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Geneva's Old Town

Set off on a half-day trip to Annecy from Geneva and fall in love with this picturesque French town, awarded France’s prestigious Art and History designation. Stroll along the quaint streets that run alongside the river with free time to explore the many shops and breathtaking scenery. Get picked up from Geneva and make the 45-minute scenic journey into France. On arrival, embark on an introductory guided walk of Annecy before getting plenty of free time to explore on your own. The guided tour is not included in the Afternoon Tour option. Instead, guests will be provided with an audio guide. As you wander through the streets of this charming town and follow alongside the River Thiou, you’ll come across numerous food and flea markets as well as historic monuments and landmarks. Browse the artisan shops and stop for a bite at one of the many traditional restaurants or cafés.

Join this delicious guided chocolate tour of Geneva to experience one-of-a-kind, award-winning chocolate creations. Visit some of the city’s best artisanal chocolateries – from traditional to modern. You’ll experience chocolate in all shapes and forms: from chocolate pralines to truffles, ganaches, drinking chocolate, and pastry. During the tour, learn the secrets of the origins and manufacturing of chocolate, as well as the history of Swiss chocolate. The tour includes a visit to the old town, and you will hear anecdotes and stories about Geneva, and experience Geneva’s most important tradition – breaking the chocolate “marmite” (cauldron). There is also a fun boat ride on the tour. The best way to discover a city is through its flavors, its local artisans and its stories, so have fun with this exciting, sweet, and exhilarating sensorial experience.

This 2-hour city tour of Geneva will take you by bus to visit the international quarters of Geneva, as well as the main tourist attractions of the city, such as the beautiful fountain (Jet d'Eau) in Lake Geneva, and the wonderful Flower Clock. You will also get a taste of Geneva’s fascinating history during a lively tramway tour and delve deeper into the Old Town on an informative guided walking tour.

1 pass, 60 activities: Discover the best of Geneva with the Geneva City Pass! A city pass is a card that allows you to enjoy a variety of activities for free or at a very low price. Visit a museum, take a cruise on the lake, go on a guided tour, go rafting: enjoy 60 free or discounted activities for both young and old in Geneva for a duration of 24, 48 or 72 hours! Examples of savings with the Geneva City Pass -One entry to MAMCO (Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art) costs CHF 15. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free! -The breathtaking “Geneva Tour” cruise costs CHF 19. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free. -A 30-minute pedal boat ride on the lake costs CHF 14. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free. -With the Geneva City Pass you’ll get a CHF 10 discount on the rental of a licence-free motorboat.

This 3-hour city tour of Geneva will take you by bus to visit the international quarters of Geneva, see the broken chair, UN, Unesco, Unicef, WHO, Ilo... As well as the main tourist attractions of the city, such as the beautiful fountain (Jet d'Eau) in Lake Geneva, and the wonderful Flower Clock by bus. You will also get a taste of Geneva’s fascinating history during walking or mini train tour ( depending on season, weather and availibilty) and dig deeper into the Old Town. To complete the tour, continue with a 1-hour relaxing cruise.

On this 7-hour combined program, you’ll head to Annecy, located just 45 minutes away by bus. Annecy is often referred to as the Venice of the Alps and draws visitors to its romantic landscapes. You’ll have a half-hour orientation to the old town and its colorful pedestrian streets. The town, crossed by the River Thiou, offers a picturesque and enchanting scene, and numerous food markets and flea markets enliven the streets. Rich in cultural activities, including museums and castles to visit, Annecy has received the coveted Art and History designation. After spending some free time in Annecy, get to know Geneva on a 2-hour guided tour that takes you to the city’s international district that’s home to the world’s peacemaking organizations, and to the city center as well. Enjoy a mini-train tramway tour and a guided walk through the historic old town area.

After meeting your guide, get accustomed to your E-Bike. Visit the Nations Square and head up hill with ease on your E-Bike to see the Japanese Bell, United Nations Museum and Red Cross Museum. Wizz downhill passing the botanical gardens and Zoo. Head through the tunnel to the United Nations Lake and World Trade Organisation. Take a little tour of the Science Museum. Cruise around the lake to the island of Jean Jacques Rousseau. Visit the Sujet Dam and head on to the Reformation Wall. Enjoy these beautiful gardens of Geneva life and continue to the St Peter's Cathedral, Jet D'eau and English Gardens.

Your expert local city guide will show you the city's best parts, including hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this walking tour will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. STANDARD Sightseeing places we can easily visit during the tour are: • Geneva’s Old Town: Switzerland’s largest historical city, dominated by St. Peter’s Cathedral. Historical buildings, mysterious museums and famous secret passageways are well kept by the residents. • Jet d’Eau: Large fountain and one of the city’s most famous landmarks. • St. Pierre Cathedral: It was a former Roman cathedral that was converted to a reformed protestant church during the Reformation. • L’Ancien Arsenal: A small compact artillery museum with a collection of vintage canons and colourful battle-themed mosaics. • Place du Bourg-de-Four: A fortified city and a lovely old square with restaurants and shops. • Reformation Wall: Found on the grounds of the University of Geneva, it was built to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the university’s establishment. • Geneva Flower Clock: It is an outdoor flower clock that has around 6,500 plants and shrubs used for the clock face. Several plants open and close their flowers at different times of the day. • Geneva Opera House: Features opera and dance performances, recitals, concerts and occasionally theatre. Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we can visit include: • Bain des Paquis: Popular public bathhouse on a pier in Lake Geneva that turns into a sauna during winter. • Bâtiment des Forces Motrices: French for “Power plant building” is the powerhouse of a former hydropower plant. • Bibliothèque de Genève: The Library of Geneva that occupies different buildings around the city. It focuses on mostly humanities and social sciences. • Musee d’Art et d’Histoire: Largest art museum in Switzerland with monumental art pieces. Please note that it is not guaranteed to visit all the sightseeing places listed here. How many places you can visit depends on the length of the tour booked and how much time you spend at each place. After booking you can discuss the detailed itinerary with your guide.

This experience is truly unique, offering a level of personalization that is unparalleled. We have taken care of every detail to ensure that your day in Geneva is nothing short of unforgettable. As one of the world's most beautiful cities (ranked as the 6th best city to live in), we want to give you an experience that lives up to this distinction. Not a single minute of your time will be wasted. Our expert guide will lead you through International Geneva, followed by a visit to the secrets of the Old City (VIELLE VILLE), before concluding at the stunning waterfront. By the end of our journey together, you will feel like a true local. We'll share fascinating facts, including records achieved here, and historical data about each point on the itinerary. We'll visit unique spots that are not on typical mass tours, giving you the opportunity to capture truly one-of-a-kind photos. Our goal is for you to fall in love with the city and return time and time again. That's our promise to you!

Enjoy an exciting journey to Switzerland in one action-packed 7-day trip to the charming cities, natural beauty, and spectacular views. Stay in 4-star accommodation and relax beside picturesque Swiss lakes and mountain scenery. Sunday - Day 1: Arrival at Zurich Airport. Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Zurich. Free time in the evening. Monday - Day 2: Zurich – Rhine Falls – Luzern – Interlaken region Breakfast Zurich panoramic walking tour of the city’s historical quarters. Discover the pedestrian medieval part of the city Stein-am-Rhein with many unique bay windows and frescoed buildings. Excursion to the Rhine Falls the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Excursion to Lucerne, home to the world’s historical heritage and outstanding architecture in each corner. Transfer to Interlaken region. Free time in the evening. Tuesday - Day 3: Interlaken region – Waterfalls Valley – Jungfraujoch (optional) Breakfast From November to March Discover the magnificent Lauterbrunnen Waterfalls Valley, the pearl of the Bernese Oberland. Explore the delightful waterfall Giessbach We will visit the lovely village of Iseltwald on the shores of Lake Brienz. Then you will visit the Panoramic Sigriswill Bridge. or Day trip to Jungfraujoch (optional) - Enjoy an exciting journey to the highest railway station in Europe - Jungfraujoch. A guided train and Eiger Express journey will take you to Europe's highest station at 3,454 meters above sea level, with a breathtaking halfway stop at the Eismeer station. From April to October - Waterfalls Valley – Region of Bernese Oberland Discover the delightful Lauterbrunnen Waterfalls Valley, the pearl of the Bernese Oberland. Climb the only waterfall in Europe inside the mountain - Trummelbach. Visit the famous Reichenbach Falls, which Conan Doyle made famous by making it the site of the death of Sherlock Holmes. Then you will pass through the unique Aareschlucht glacial gorge and Wednesday - Day 4: Interlaken region – Bern – Gruyere – Montreux region Breakfast Explore Bern City with many fountains, sandstone facades, and arcade streets. Visit the medieval city of Gruyères, the cheese factory La Maison du Gruyère, and the chocolate factory Maison Cailler. Lodging at the hotel in Montreux region. Thursday - Day 5: Montreux region Breakfast. Free Day. The heart of the Swiss Riviera is Montreux. Just walk along its flowering promenade, enter the legendary Queen: The Studio Experience museum, or visit the amazing Chaplin’s World Museum of the outstanding Charlie Chaplin. Friday - Day 6: Montreux region – Lausanne – Geneva After breakfast, we will visit Chillon Castle the most visited historical monument in Switzerland. Discover the magnificent embankments of Montreux. Visit the cozy Olympic Park in Lausanne. Enjoy the sightseeing Geneva City walking tour. Lodging at the hotel in Geneva. Saturday - Day 7: Geneva Breakfast. Enjoy free time in the city until it’s time to transfer to the airport.