The Swiss Chocolate Train
The Swiss Chocolate Train is a joint venture between the Golden Pass and Nestlé. Enjoy the first-class comfort of the 'Belle Epoque' Pullman car as you depart from the beautiful town of Montreux in the Lake Geneva region, traversing the magnificent scenery of the Gruyères vineyards. In one day, explore the art of cheese and chocolate making. In the morning, the train stops at the cheese factory in Gruyères, the birthplace of the famous hard cheese (AOC), which has been produced for centuries and exported worldwide. In the afternoon, the train takes visitors to the chocolate factory in Broc, where an interactive audio-visual program reveals the history and secrets of real chocolate making.
Alimentarium Vevey
The Alimentarium in the small town of Vevey tells the story of the food empire's past and present. It uses the early 20th-century Nestlé company headquarters building and introduces food from historical, folkloric, and scientific perspectives. After visiting, it will definitely overturn your 'food view'! Interestingly, you can not only see what the Western world eats for three meals a day but also directly taste it.
Golden Round Trip in Mt. Pilatus
Mount Pilatus is composed of several peaks and is located at the junction of the cantons of Obwalden, Nidwalden, and Lucerne. From the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, you can see the majestic and steep Mount Pilatus, which is steeped in dragon legends. Mount Pilatus is a world-class attraction known for having the world's steepest cogwheel railway and the 'Golden Round Trip' project. Along the way, you can enjoy the changing alpine vegetation, the majestic mountain body, and occasionally see antelopes passing by. At the top, there is a Dragon Path and a viewing platform where you can take in the scenic beauty of Lake Lucerne and its surroundings.
Rochers-de-Naye Marmottes Paradis
Rochers-de-Naye Marmottes Paradis is located on the mountain east of Montreux (at an altitude of about 2000 meters). Here, you can overlook the panoramic view of Lake Geneva, admire the surrounding towering peaks, and on clear days, you can see Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Europe, from Rochers-de-Naye. You can also get up close and personal with the naturally timid marmots. The park is home to 14 species of marmots from Europe, Asia, and America. You can learn about their living habits and geographical distribution around the world. There are many hiking routes to choose from, giving you the opportunity to observe wild marmots directly in the mountains.
Dreamy Town Stein am Rhein
On the Rhine River at the junction of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, there is a small town that floats like a gem in the center of the river, and this is the beautiful Stein am Rhein. Stein am Rhein is a thousand-year-old town, with each house featuring unique frescoes and bay window decorations. The entire city resembles a living medieval art gallery. On both sides of what is considered the most beautiful medieval street in the world, colorful old buildings exude an antique charm, unfolding like a long scroll of precious paintings. In the alleys, statues and fountains can be found everywhere, and every window is adorned with colorful flowers. Clear river water flows past the edge of the town, swans gracefully glide on the river surface, flowers bloom on both banks, and continuous vineyards stretch from the riverbank to the hills, making it a place one would never want to leave.
Fairytale Ranch Emmental
Most people who have been to Emmental believe it is the most beautiful place in Switzerland. Here you can find the most classic Swiss pastoral scenery: rolling emerald green meadows under the blue sky, leisurely cows and sheep, and wooden cottages scattered like stars. During the flower season, there are endless seas of flowers, pure and beautiful like a poem. Not only is the scenery beautiful, but it is also one of the three major cheese-producing regions in Switzerland. The holey cheese that Jerry craves in 'Tom and Jerry' is called Emmental. To protect the diversity and traditional characteristics of cheese, Swiss national law stipulates that a region can only produce cheese from that region. At the cheese farms in Emmental, you can visit the entire authentic process of handmade cheese production—from stirring, filtering, coagulating, weighing, to molding. You can also taste the most authentic cheese fondue.
Swiss Museum of Transport (Verkehrshaus der Schweiz)
Located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, the Swiss Museum of Transport is the largest transport museum in Europe. With 3,000 exhibits displayed over an area of 20,000 square meters, various types of transportation are showcased in different themed sections. The museum offers many interactive activities and segments, making the visit more engaging and incorporating elements of a theme park. Interesting activities include: antique car stage, simulated landscape train driving, rowing competition, driving test, car crash test, fighter jet simulator, glider simulator, locomotive maintenance, IMAX cinema, planetarium, and more.
Grindelwald
Take the cable car to enjoy the beautiful alpine meadows and the majestic north face of the Eiger from various angles. Upon reaching the First station, you can choose to hike to Bachalpsee, where you can see the beautiful reflection of the Jungfrau in the pristine alpine lake; or opt to take the sky chair or bike down, and play in the outdoor children's playground amidst the scenery.
Olympic Museum in Lausanne
The Olympic Museum is located on the shores of Lake Geneva in the Ouchy district of Lausanne. In front of the museum square, the Olympic flame burns year-round, and there are many statues depicting different sports, showcasing the strength and beauty of athletic competition. The Olympic Museum uses numerous competition documentaries and computer multimedia to display the evolution and history of the Olympic Games, introducing outstanding athletes such as Muhammad Ali and Carl Lewis, as well as various mascots from different countries, the design of medals from past games, and the display of the Olympic torch. The museum provides a portable audio guide system with explanations in various languages, including Chinese. While viewing the exhibitions, visitors can use the audio guide to gain a deeper understanding of the interesting historical backgrounds of the exhibits, allowing children to appreciate the Olympic spirit.
Glacier 3000 Snow Park
A 15-minute cable car ride takes you from Pillon by Lake Geneva to the 3000-meter-high summit, surrounded by more than 24 peaks over 4000 meters above sea level. The 360-degree panoramic view includes the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Matterhorn, and Mont Blanc, offering a breathtaking sight of the majestic Alps that captivates visitors. Here, you can enjoy various snow activities all year round, such as the thrilling new flat-bottomed sled on the super track. This sledding route, at an altitude of 3000 meters, is the highest Alpine sledding track in the world; it is 1000 meters long and features 12 turns (including a 560° turn), 11 undulations, 3 jumps, and 2 bridges. Additionally, there are fun activities like snow bus tours, dog sledding, and glacier hiking.
Château-d'Oex Hot Air Balloon Flight
Since the mid-20th century, Château-d'Oex has been a paradise for hot air balloon enthusiasts. Today, Château-d'Oex is the venue for the annual international hot air balloon competition, attracting over 90 hot air balloons from at least 15 countries each year. During the week of the competition, various hot air balloons decorate the sky with vibrant colors, creating a mesmerizing spectacle! Visiting Château-d'Oex with children during the International Hot Air Balloon Week not only offers a visual feast but also provides the opportunity to experience a hot air balloon ride and the wonderful sensation of flying in the sky.
