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Explore a preserved Old Town known for its architectural charm and cultural legacy. Discover traditions rooted in cheese making and artisanal craftsmanship passed through generations. Experience local culture enriched by culinary heritage and regional identity. Walk through historic streets where medieval influence and daily life remain closely connected. Each moment blends cultural depth, architectural beauty, and authentic regional traditions. This journey offers a refined experience shaped by heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless Alpine culture. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

The Maison Cailler invites you to live an unforgettable experience in the world of chocolate. Our interactive tour immerses you in the history of chocolate, from the Aztecs to the latest innovations. Discover how we use cocoa beans and selected ingredients with the utmost attention to make exquisite chocolate creations. Finally, you can indulge your taste buds with an incredible variety of flavors during an unforgettable chocolate tasting. Please go to the ticket office reception (separate building to the left of the main entrance) to exchange your ticket and receive your departure time.

Maximise your time in Geneva with this private tour, led by your own personal guide. In just a few hours, you’ll see the United Nations building (Palais des Nations), hear the history behind St. Peter’s Cathedral, and discover landmarks such as the Flower Clock. Hotel pickup is included with this private tour, along with the flexibility to focus on the parts of Geneva’s history and culture that interest you most.

Begin your day with a comfortable pickup at your Geneva hotel. Enjoy the scenic drive along Lake Geneva’s northern shore to Lavaux, where your first stop is the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyard terraces. Take a short walk through the vines, admire stunning lake and Alpine views, and relax with a coffee at a local café terrace (at your own expense). Join a wine tasting session led by a local winemaker and sample some of Lavaux’s renowned Chasselas white wines. Continue on to Gruyères, the charming alpine village, where you’ll learn about traditional cheese-making with a fresh tasting at the Gruyère AOP factory. Explore the medieval Gruyères Castle and stroll through cobblestoned streets. Enjoy free time to visit local shops or savor lunch at a village restaurant if you wish. End your journey at the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, where an interactive tour and generous tasting await. After a full day of Swiss sights and flavors, relax on your drive back to Geneva.

This private walking tour reveals Geneva’s historic heritage shaped long before the United States. Step into an ancient city where medieval streets reflect centuries of European civilization and cultural transformation. What stories emerge from Geneva’s architectural and cultural legacy? Explore a museum that preserves artistic and historical heritage across generations. Admire a grand cathedral built above archaeological remains that reveal ancient foundations. Walk through a historic park where a monumental wall reflects religious transformation and intellectual influence. Discover refined architecture that represents Geneva’s cultural evolution through time. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Explore the highlights of Montreux, Chillon, and Lavaux on this day trip from Geneva. Learn about the life of artist Charlie Chaplin with a visit to Chaplin's World, before traveling past the sprawling vineyards of the UNESCO-listed Lavaux region by coach. Take a guided tour of Château de Chillon, an opulent lakeside castle hailed as one of Switzerland’s most iconic attractions, and then top off the day wandering the charming streets of Montreux.

Lausanne is a hub of art and culture, home to world-renowned museums, galleries, and music venues. From the Olympic Museum to the Collection de l'Art Brut, Lausanne offers something for everyone. With its stunning architecture, picturesque streets, and scenic lakefront, Lausanne is a must-visit destination for culture lovers. Whether you're interested in contemporary art, music, or history, Lausanne has it all. Whether you are visiting Lausanne as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better or it is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Lausanne you will get to know more about the city’s cultural heritage or get insight about the city’s galleries and museums. I will share with you the most significant cultural and historical insights and details of the colorful and multi-faced Lausanne.

This Experience is provided by a private local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Lausanne? Challenge accepted! Discover Lausanne during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. We will meet right in front of the cathedral and go on our stroll from there :-) Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from, by seeing it through the eyes of a local. Walking through the city, you will discover exactly what makes Lausanne special! This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit during your time here, and learn how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect experience for someone visiting the city for the first time, or someone that wants to rediscover it!

This private tour follows a fixed itinerary, yet it can be 100% customised. Your local driver and guide is a Switzerland Travel Expert with a high sense of hospitality and service. The trip includes comfortable drives and beautiful views, including magnificent views of Lake Geneva, the steeped vineyards and the Swiss Alps! You will be travelling in a clean and modern SUV, equipped with a sunroof, access to WIFI, with comfort stops along the way.

Take a walk through Geneva on this private tour with a guide who can tailor the experience to your group as they show you the city’s attractions and answer your burning questions. Explore the city with your group to see attractions around Geneva including the Old Town, Tavel House, and Monument to the Reformation. This private group tour has a limit of 15 travelers.

If you just have one hour to fall in love with Lausanne, this tour will make it happen. Led by a private local guide in a small group (6 people max), you'll discover the elements that make Lausanne so special. After meeting in front of the BENU Pharmacie Gamma (Palais de Rumine), we'll begin the tour with intriguing city facts and show you the local lifestyle and places that make it great.

Discover the best of Gruyères on this full-day tour from Geneva combining art, history and Swiss flavors in one seamless experience. Travel in comfort through the scenic countryside to the medieval village of Gruyères. Explore the surreal HR Giger Museum, home to the Oscar-winning artist behind Alien, then stroll the charming cobbled streets and visit Gruyères Castle for panoramic views. Continue to the famous Maison Cailler chocolate factory to learn about Swiss chocolate making and enjoy tastings. This small-group tour includes round-trip transport, museum entries and free time to explore at your own pace. Perfect for art lovers, film fans and first-time visitors wanting to see beyond Geneva in a single unforgettable day.

Discover the beauty of Lavaux on this full-day tour from Geneva. Travel along Lake Geneva as your guide shares insights into the region’s history and charming lakeside towns. Visit the UNESCO-listed vineyards, walk among the terraces, and enjoy wine tastings at two wineries. Savor a local lunch with lake and mountain views. Explore Saint-Saphorin, one of Switzerland’s most beautiful villages. End the day with a scenic Belle-Époque boat cruise from Vevey to Lausanne before returning to Geneva by van.

Upgrade your Instagram feed and impress your friends with your Geneva travel snaps. Ideal for photo lovers who don’t yet know the city’s best vantage points, this Geneva photo tour showcases the places where gorgeous snaps are guaranteed. Discover the city from a local’s perspective, hear photography tips, and pose for photos by standout sites. Even better: The experience is capped at eight people for a more intimate tour.

Explore the European home of human rights on this private half-day tour of Geneva. See the international headquarters of many world-famous organizations, including the United Nations and Red Cross, and learn more about the city’s history directly from your local guide as you explore together on foot. Benefit from the personalized service of a private tour and further uncover the city’s artistic heritage with an included visit to Ariana Museum.

Stop asking strangers to take your group photo, or accepting the subpar images that happen with selfies. Instead, spend time with a professional photographer who will take you to some great locations in Geneva, and capture your time in high-quality, high-resolution images. Not only does your local photographer know the best places to go, they will help style your images, make you/your group feel comfortable, and provide the best images of your time within 48 hours.

Foodies unite for Vines, Wines & Stories... Enjoy the true beauty of Lavaux in this unique food, wine & vineyards experience, traversing this exceptional UNESCO World Heritage region. Discover, taste and celebrate the many stories and people of this iconic region, where winemaking was born more than a thousand years ago. Revel in a sumptuous two-course lunch overlooking the vines and discover your "sommelier palate" experiencing stellar wines and pairings. Hosted by Marc, official UNESCO World Heritage Guide, journalist and sommelier, he will lead you along vineyard paths, share stories lesser-known and allow you to soak in all the sights, smells and tastes of Lavaux at every turn.

Pride and love, gluttony and moderation, justice and anger, envy and courage go hand in hand in Geneva. In this tour you will not only manage to see all the main sights of this city, but also look at them from a different angle — from the perspective of human vices and virtues. The monument in honour of Empress Elisabeth ”Sissi”, who was stabbed to death, is located not far from the “doing a good deed” Jet d'Eau fountain. The monument to Jean-Jacques Rousseau reminds visitors of a man who promoted ideas of social equality, but at the same time confessed to affairs with married women and masochism. The building known to serve as a shelter to orphans and bread for the poor in the Middle Ages was also used to lock up beggars and the insane, but the theologians depicted on the Reformation Wall were later taunted with inflexibility, mercilessness and heartlessness. We will guide you through the key places of Geneva and tell the true story of the real people and their sins and virtues.

The Geneva Choco Pass allows you to discover the best of Geneva artisan chocolate, at your own pace and without a guided tour imposed. Enjoy tastings in 4 carefully selected artisan chocolate factories, each with its own style and specialities. Unlike a classic visit, you are free to organize your route according to your desires and enjoy the city in between each stop. All you have to do is present your Reservation Code in each shop for a simple, gourmet and authentic experience. ✔️ Flexible and autonomous experience ✔️ Local artisan chocolate shops ✔️ Tastings included ✔️ Ideal for chocolate lovers and visitors wishing to discover Geneva differently An original and tasty way to explore Geneva, one tasting at a time.

The tour is carried out by an independent Guide, local passionate about the history and local life of his city at heart. You are often in small numbers (from 2 to 6 on average, max 10 people) , see in private group. I want to offer an original tour, different from those sometimes offered by the city, with a duration adaptable according to your pace and desires. I offer a digest and a balanced mix of history, urban development and local life with facts and anecdotes. I can give you suggestions for typical or unusual Things to do, places or food to allow you to extend your experience in Lake Geneva or Switzerland. See you soon!

There’s no better way to acquaint yourself with a new city than under the guide of a local. Learn about the peace capital of the world and learn about the rich history that put Geneva on the world map. Discover the city’s secrets when you visit the less-touristy spots and get a proper feel for the city.

If you’re short on time in Switzerland, this full-day excursion combines Chamonix’s alpine charms with Geneva’s highlights. You’ll cross the Swiss-French border to spend free time in Chamonix, a mountain town dominated by Europe’s highest peak, Mt. Blanc. Here, you can upgrade to include an Aiguille du Midi cable car ticket. Finally, return to Geneva where sights of St. Pierre Cathedral and the U.N. Palais des Nations await.

This is the ideal choice for travelers looking for a scenic day trip from Geneva. Save hours researching nearby highlights, and instead have a comprehensive itinerary organized for you. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport routes by having private round-trip transport from Geneva included. You’ll visit Lausanne and Montreux in a day, and enjoy highlights such as The Olympic Museum (entrance excluded), Chillon Castle (entrance excluded), and Lavaux Wine Terrace. You can also choose to take a boat cruise between two cities (at extra cost). This truly memorable trip highlights the very best of the Swiss Riviera.

This self-guided audio tour winds back Geneva’s contemporary and ancient history on a lakeside stroll. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll along Geneva's left bank. Where does the name Geneva come from? Why isn’t a watch called a clock? I’ll share the stories behind these questions and several others as we stroll along the left bank of the world-famous Bay of Geneva and across the river Rhone. Whether this is your first time in Geneva or you’re a seasoned visitor, during this walking tour, you’ll hear plenty of tales that’ll surprise you. You’ll learn about watchmaking, finance, industry, philosophy, the Celts, the Romans and the struggle for our city’s independence. Join me on this eye-opening walk and discover what makes Geneva the smallest internationally important city in Europe.