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Geneva and Annecy Tour With Optional Lake Geneva Cruise
Geneva, Switzerland
Discover the charm of Geneva and Annecy on this combination sightseeing tour. Start with a 2-hour tour of Geneva to see top attractions like the UN headquarters, the Flower Clock and Geneva Old Town. Travel by coach, tram and foot with an expert guide, followed by an optional 1-hour Lake Geneva cruise. In the afternoon, cross the border into France to explore the enchanting Alpine town of Annecy, whose medieval Old Town is a sight to be seen. Throughout the day, enjoy informative commentary from a knowledgeable guide.
Board a luxury coach at the Gare Routière station in Geneva, and begin a 2-hour city sightseeing tour, narrated by a local guide. See Geneva's major attractions, including the UN headquarters, the impressive Jet d'Eau (Geneva Water Fountain) and the Flower Clock (L’horloge fleurie) at the corner of the lovely English Garden (Jardin Anglais). After cruising through the city by coach, hop on a tram and meander through narrow streets and alleyways to Geneva’s out-of-the-way areas, learning about the city's rich history along the way. Then hop off for a walking tour through Old Town, home to some of the city’s most historic landmarks including the Barbier-Mueller Museum, Cathédrale St-Pierre, Maison Tavel and Place du Bourg-de-Four. If you choose the upgrade option, a 1-hour Lake Geneva cruise is up next. Sit back, relax and enjoy views of Geneva's UN building and Bellerive Castle, framed by the beautiful snowcapped Alps, and listen to commentary about the sights you pass. Have free time for lunch before boarding the coach in the afternoon for the 1-hour drive to Annecy. After crossing the Switzerland–France border, arrive in the gorgeous Alpine town, once home to the Counts of Geneva and today nicknamed the ‘Venice of the Alps.’ Follow your guide on a walk through medieval Old Town, and admire the picturesque canals framed by colorful houses against the backdrop of the Alps. Pause for photos in front of Palais de l’Isle, a 12th-century island fortress that once housed a prison. This is the perfect vantage point to capture Annecy’s charm. Visit the museum exhibits inside Château d’Annecy, take a stroll or bike ride along Lake Annecy, or perhaps indulge in a typical Savoyard meal (own expense). Then board the coach in the late afternoon for the drive back to Geneva.
The tour starts in Geneva, historical with all the world headquarters there. On to Annecy, pretty little town, a but overrated I think, no one the less, it was something to do. Returned to Geneva. Got on a boat and had a nice trip on the lake.
Review by: Aryooper, May 2018
One of my favorite places. I loved walking around Annecy. And Geneva remains one of my favorite cities in Switzerland.
Review by: mccorleah, March 2018
Beautiful town on the lake, a great half day tour. Just do it!
Review by: ALMIRA CLARISA S, October 2017
The Annecy tour was great. For the Geneva city tour, I wish we were given time to get down to take photos too instead of just riding on the bus.
Review by: Maureen B, October 2017
I really enjoyed this tour. Annecy is amazing. Definitely take the Cruise as well. We met some lovely people and our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. I never felt rushed or like I didn't have enough time to see all I wanted to see. Thank you so much!
Review by: Shahid R, October 2017
I have been using Viator since 2012 and have never been disappointed. We had only 2 days in Geneva, therefore I took Geneva Annecy tour with Lake Geneva cruise. The rendezvous point was at a central location and easily accessible. The tour bus was very comfortable, punctual and the guide was superb, narrating the history of Geneva and commenting on the buildings on the way. Drive to Annecy is very picturesque. After 30 min of guided tour in Annecy we had about 2 hours on our own walking around the commercial area and traditional markets. The entire experience was fantastic. Back in Geneva we stopped at the United Nations. We saw the major landmarks of the Geneva city with brief description by the guide. The Lake Geneva cruise is a good experience, but you can do that on your own too. If you want to enjoy most in one day and in comfort, then this tour will meet your expectations.
Review by: Patrine B, September 2017
Our guide Herman and driver Shamira were both fantastic. They made the day very enjoyable. Thank you.
Review by: peter.allen2, September 2017
Great tour, shame it rained ALL day long. Hector was a great guide, the only thing I would improve is making is a little clearer that the boat trip is in Geneva once you come back from the morning in Annecy, we thought for a moment we had missed our chance when we got back on the bus and only the later Geneva tour was mentioned. _br/_ The gap between the Annecy and Geneva tours is perhaps 20 minutes so would suggest going to grab lunch in Annecy, and the chain of Paul Bakeries takes credit cards if you didn't bring any Euros.
Review by: jasonthornton89, August 2017
The day went very smooth and was definitely worth doing if you have one day in Geneva. We had the same guide for the entire day which was quite comforting. Annecy was beautiful and well worth seeing. The bus tour and tramway tours were a great way to see the main points of the city with some welcome stops to take photos. The lake cruise with a free drink was a perfect compliment to the day. Good value for money!
Review by: Ronald S, August 2017
Hector was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. Annecy is a beautiful city. I am not sure the tour bus drive by near the UN is necessary maybe spend more time in the city center with the boat ride at the beginning of the Geneva tour instead of the end.
Review by: louella.starr, June 2017
My friend and I had a limited time to see as much as we can while in Geneva. A day tour with Viator was the perfect solution. The sights around Geneva was not just beautiful but historical as well. The International Organizations buildings such as the United Nations,the Red Cross was only a couple of the many educational locations. The guide was so informative and professional in getting out the important aspects of the tour. We were well informed._br/_ The trip to Annecy is a taste of medieval times....ancient ruins in a lovely setting. And the the Lake Geneva Cruise is a refreshing end of a well planned day tour. Relaxing while enjoying a drink and experiencing the lake and the wonderful views around it! Geneva is a must when visiting Switzerland!! Will recommend Viator.
Review by: Nily S, March 2017
I was on my own while my husband was attending a conference in Annecy. This tour was a very nice way for me to tour by myself. I really enjoyed all parts of the Geneva/Annecy tour. I did the Lake Geneva cruise too. I have only positive things to say. It was a very lovely day.
Review by: John L, October 2016
Our tour took us from 'new' Geneva to the Old Town and included the perspective of a lake Geneva cruise.
Review by: Yin Yin L, October 2016
Geneva and Annecy tours were separate. Annecy in the morning, short guided walk by tour guide, about 2hrs free and easy time. Got back in time to hop on city tour bus with different group. Lasted a little short of 2hrs.
Review by: Hoi W, October 2016
Both parts of the trip are excellent. Annecy is pretty and Lake Geneva cruise is relaxing and very pleasing to the eyes. Geneva city tour is very educational. Well worth the visit.
Review by: Melissa C, September 2016
This was a great tour. The tour guide was very friendly and informative!
Review by: Lucine G, September 2016
Interesting tour
Review by: Clayton K, September 2016
Very good tour. Gets you oriented and gives you ideas where to go next.
Review by: Pamela S, September 2016
The morning bus tour of Geneva was excellent. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable.
Review by: Filippos N, August 2016
Nice way to spend a day. Annecy is very expensive. A hat that normally costs 5 euro will cost you 30. Annecy is also full of mosquitos. Take a lotion with you.
Review by: James Malcolm C, August 2016
Annecy was beautiful and we really enjoyed it. The Geneva bus tour was cancelled due to the Geneva Lake Festival closing off roads in the city. This didn't matter at all as it turned out, although perhaps the booking website could have anticipated this and prevented customers from booking in the first place.
Review by: Rosemary G, August 2016
A really intersting trip and our guide Hector was so obliging and helpful.As we were doing both trips there was not enough time for a proper lunch but we had taken sandwiches so not a problem.
Review by: Bhadrayu T, July 2016
Geneva city tour was excellent, our guide forgot his name was very through and concerned about all tourist, every stop he was so patient with all of us , if someone is late he will personally go and find them no attitude, each point of attraction are covered in Geneva City Tour. _br/_ We were lucky to have same Tour guide for Annecy, Enjoyed our drive to Annecy and had same experience as Geneva City Tour, This 2 tours completes the History and culture of Geneva, would recommend to one and all.
Review by: alrfaidi, June 2016
It was exciting but we were about to miss the bus to Annecy as no one told us that it was two different tours and after the boat tour you need to get to the meeting point yourself. (We could have missed the Annecy tour )
Review by: FRANK C, June 2016
Excellent day tour of Geneva and #39;s highlights. A great, inexpensive, non-demanding way to get the BIG PICTURE on a new city, especially after a 15 hour fight.
Review by: Abdulrahman A, June 2016
I had issues to get back my money
Review by: John K, June 2016
Tour guide gave us wrong directions to use at the end of the boat,cruise and we ended up on the wrong side of lake Geneva. We missed the bus and the end of the tour. The guide was not on the cruise which was a mistake. I called and e-mailed the tour company and gave them the same informati
Review by: Faris, October 2015
trip was fantastic we enjoyed our time, guide was good
Review by: Fadi K, October 2015
Fair
Review by: Izya R, October 2015
It was excellent!
Review by: John N, October 2015
The entire experience with Key Tours was excellent. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience wonderful. We toured the city and learned quite a bit about Geneva, took a boat ride and then went to Annecy which was the highlight of the afternoon. I would recommend this tour and service to anyone.
Review by: Paul S, September 2015
Great commentary by the local guide on the Geneva tour especially by way of history, and Annecy is such a beautiful place a visit could never have gone wrong.
Review by: Kerry K, September 2015
Only did Geneva and Annecy portion of this tour. Geneva was redundant because we had toured Geneva on our own. Annecy was fantastic., highly recommend you visit
Review by: kimdao.du, August 2015
The highlight of the tour is Annecy. We enjoyed it.
Review by: AMR M, August 2015
The trip was very excellent and the tour lady was amazing and very knowledgeable , of course Annecy was lovely and very good experience but I suggest increasing the Annecy tour timing.
Review by: Cameron T, August 2015
Neat tour, great guides
Review by: Paul H, August 2015
Professional Guide, good English, very comfortable coach. Fulfilled my expectations.
Review by: Peter J, July 2015
It was a great and well organized trip with friendly and knowledgable staff.
Review by: Digvijay G, July 2015
Good tour, very helpful guide.
Review by: William F, July 2015
The tour of Geneva was quite good, with an English speaking tour guide provided, allowing you to get a good look at Geneva. The lake tour, which was simply boarding one of the cruise boats that go around the lake was also good, giving you a different perspective of Geneva and its surrounds from the water. No formal tour guide, but the cruise operator provided on board commentary. The tour to Annecy was really no more than a bus trip to the town where you did your own thing. No tour guide, no formal tour, which was disappointing.
Review by: Randall M, June 2015
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Klaus, June 2015
Excellent tour. Good combination of city tour, boat tour and time in Annecy. We could have used a little more time for lunch between the boat tour and the trip to Annecy
Review by: devinder.me, June 2015
This tour was replaced by another one by us.
Review by: Riad E, June 2015
This tour was very nice. I will recommend to all
Review by: Deby, June 2015
The lake cruise was a waste of time. No clue of what we were supposed to be looking at when the boat would stop. Some narration or printed info would be nice. The tour to Annecy could easily be shortened by at least 30 minutes. City tour was great
Review by: Michael S, May 2015
Annecy is a beautiful town. Very clean.
Review by: Tessa S, October 2014
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Nada B, October 2014
this tour was amazing we had a very good time
Review by: Algonzo5, October 2014
Enjoyed the tour of both Geneva and Annecy._br/_ One recommendation is that the tour include headsets while walking through the city.
Review by: smanscher, September 2014
liked a lot .. very cute french town. could have spent all day there.
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