Day Trip to Appenzell and Hoher Kasten

Let yourselves be captivated by rural Switzerland on this day trip to the village of Appenzell. We'll visit a traditional cheese factory and go up Hoher Kasten by cable car.

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll set off from the Sihlquai Bus Station parking lot in Zurich towards northeastern Switzerland.

During our bus ride, we'll drive along Lake Zurich and pass by Rapperswil Castle. The journey will continue to the hills of Appenzell, where we'll visit a traditional farm and have the chance to try a glass of fresh milk.

Our next stop will be the Appenzeller cheese factory, where we'll learn how raw milk is turned into Switzerland's most aromatic cheese. We'll visit its warehouse, which holds up to 12,500 wheels of cheese, followed by a cheese tasting to sample different varieties.

After the cheese factory visit, we'll take the cable car up Hoher Kasten Mountain, reaching a summit of 1,794 metres (5,885 feet). From the top, enjoy scenic views of the Alpstein massif, Rhine Valley, Lake Constance, and the Principality of Liechtenstein. A revolving restaurant is available for lunch.

Once lunch is over, we'll take the cable car back down and head to the picturesque village of Appenzell for a guided tour to explore the wooden facades. This tour includes a visit to a chocolate boutique for a chocolate tasting.

After the guided tour, you'll have half an hour of free time in the village. We will then start our return trip to Zurich, providing you with a bag of Swiss products along the way. The 11-hour day trip concludes with goodbyes at the starting point in Zurich.