Rapperswil & Einsiedeln Day Trip + Chocolate & Cheese Visit
Day Trip Details
At the indicated time, we'll depart from the Sihlquai bus parking lot in Zurich, heading south.
Firstly, we'll skirt the scenery of Lake Zurich until we reach Rapperswil, a beautiful medieval town in the Canton of St. Gallen located on the shores of the lake. Upon arrival in this town, known as “the city of roses”, we'll have a short guided tour of its old town, whose main monument is its spectacular castle.
After touring Rapperswil, you'll have about 1 hour of free time to have lunch in the historic centre. After eating, we'll continue our day trip, heading to Einsiedeln, the main pilgrimage site in Switzerland thanks to its devotion to the Virgin Mary.
In this town we will visit its Benedictine monastery, a baroque monastery with four cloisters where we'll see the carving of the Black Madonna, a masterpiece from the 15th century, which is located in the monastery chapel.
After visiting the church, we'll continue our tour of Einsiedeln with a visit to the Milchmanufaktur dairy factory, where we'll enjoy a welcome drink and a delicious tasting of Swiss cheeses.
At the end of the tasting, we'll head to Kilchberg, where the Lindt Home of Chocolate is located. You'll be able to visit this famous museum at your leisure, where you'll have an audio guide in English to discover the different rooms. At the end of the tour, you'll also enjoy an irresistible Swiss chocolate tasting.
After tasting these exquisite cocoa products, we'll return to the meeting point in Zurich, where we'll conclude this 9-hour activity.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to Einsiedeln Abbey
Admission to Milchmanufaktur factory with a welcome drink and cheese tasting
Admission to the Lindt Home of Chocolate with an audio guide in English and chocolate tasting
Up to 20% discount on the official ticket price.
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 5 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Best Of Switzerland Corporate name: Best of Switzerland Tours AG Registered Office: Webereistrasse 55 Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): CHE-105.484.137 MWST Contact information: Send an email to the provider o call
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Sihlquai Bus Parking Lot (Limmatstrasse 2, Zurich)
