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Gourmets, when they hear the word “Gruyère,” are reminded not of monuments of art, but of the famous “Gruyère,” a local cheese whose fame has long transcended the borders of the region.

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Excursion to Annecy from Geneva

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Excursion to Annecy

I invite you on an excursion to the French city of Annecy, which tourists fall in love with at first sight. This love is not accidental! It is difficult to remain indifferent to a city with a long history, beautiful Gothic and Romanesque architecture, narrow streets and endless flower beds.

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Legends and secrets of Geneva

Dear tourists,
Geneva is not only about world watch brands, delicious chocolate and a world famous Motor Show. Geneva is an old city, steeped in history, traditions and the smell of the Middle Ages. I invite you to look at Geneva through legends, riddles and anecdotes.

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District Carouge

A frequent and very pleasant surprise for guests of Geneva is the discovery of the Carouge district. Genevans themselves love to come here for joy, to say nothing of tourists. This area can be described by many epithets: historical, trendy, bohemian, traditional, simple, tolerant...

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Auto-walking tour of Lausanne

The capital of Vaud, the largest French-speaking canton in Switzerland. The capital of the Olympic movement, which received this honorary title thanks to Pierre de Coubertin in 1894. A pearl of the Swiss Riviera, set on green hills covered with vineyards, surrounded by snow-capped Alpine landscapes.

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Auto-walking tour of Geneva

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Geneva is a large, lively, developed city. A sightseeing tour of it, if it is on foot, can easily last six hours - which, of course, not every tourist can handle. Therefore, the best option for getting to know the third most important Swiss city would be a combined driving and walking tour of Geneva, the program of which can be completed in about three hours. During this time, Geneva guides will show you at least the famous fountain almost 150 m high, the flower clock, St. Peter's Cathedral, the Old Town Hall - and, of course, the Place des Nations, the headquarters of the UN and the International Red Cross. The rest, as they say, is optional. And you will certainly have a desire: Geneva is so original and interesting that it can captivate anyone.

All excursions in Geneva sooner or later come to Lake Geneva - be it the beginning, middle or end of the route. While the residents of Lausanne are sure that it is from their city that the lake looks the most beautiful, Genevans serenely ride on ferries, walk along the embankment, admire the monumental Jet d'Eau fountain - all this is almost mandatory for any tourist .

At one time, a huge number of celebrities “checked out” in Geneva, many of whom even lived here permanently. One of the types of excursions around Geneva is a walk “in the footsteps” of its famous residents: Charlie Chaplin, Audrey Hepburn, members of royal families and genuine oil kings. It should be noted that the Russian trace in the history of Geneva is perhaps the most striking. Many tourists from our compatriots will be interested in seeing places associated with the names of Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Herzen, Karamzin. And, of course, the Russian Church, inseparable from them.

Those for whom one tour of Geneva is not enough should pay attention to exclusive tours in its surroundings. Their prices are quite high, but you will be able to see things that are not included in any standard program. For example, go from Geneva to Annecy, a tiny town on the lake of the same name. And don’t be confused by the fact that Annecy is no longer Switzerland, but France: it’s really the most convenient way to travel here from Geneva. But it’s worth coming: at least read about Annecy on our portal, and you will be convinced of it yourself.

Of the cities in Switzerland, after Zurich and Basel, Geneva is the third most important city. The city is located in the southwest of the country, on the shores of Lake Geneva, near the border with France, and is surrounded by the Alps and Jura mountain ranges. Geneva is the capital of the French-speaking canton of the same name. The city was first mentioned by Julius Caesar in the 1st century BC. like the Celtic settlement of Genava.

For those visiting this city for the first time, a sightseeing tour of Geneva is perfect, which will introduce guests to the largest fountain in the world with a height of 140 meters, the Grand Theater of Geneva, the shopping streets of the city and the famous St. Peter's Cathedral. For those who like walking through open-air museums, there are walks around historical Geneva, or rather through the Old Town area, where each building is associated with some events and names of famous people.

Individual excursions in Geneva are designed for different ages. Even for the youngest travelers there are short, but no less interesting and eventful walks with stories about Burgundian princesses, climbing the highest tower and even visiting the guillotine.

Excursions in Geneva in Russian will not prevent you from feeling like a real Swiss: all day from breakfast to dinner, the guest will feel like a local resident thanks to meals in little-known cafes and walks along the untrodden paths of the city. Everyone knows about expensive Swiss watches, but not everyone knows how dear they are to the Swiss heart - they are everywhere here. Where did the tradition of installing clocks on towers come from, and why the best watchmakers from all over Europe settled in Geneva - excursions in Geneva are dedicated to this irreplaceable attribute of life.

“Geneva, excursions” - if these words make you bored and you want extreme sports, then the national hobby of the Swiss will come in handy, and on a clear Saturday day you can master orienteering among forests and meadows, far from tourist trails and the noise of the city. Everyone will enjoy gastronomic excursions in Geneva and its environs: the local original cuisine will not leave anyone indifferent, especially the famous Swiss chocolate, and a trip to the vineyards founded in the 12th century by Franciscan monks will not be complete without tasting and purchasing excellent wine.

The pearl of the Alps and Switzerland awaits everyone and has something special for everyone.

All popular excursions are collected in one place. Below is a list of the best excursions in and around the area that will allow you to get to know the city and see all the unique attractions.

We offer a variety of excursions to choose from. Bus and walking, for the whole day or for several hours, outdoor or museum excursions.

"Magnificent Geneva (driving and walking tour)"

Geneva is a city that received its name from Julius Caesar, the smallest of the largest cities, which became the “capital” of the world thanks to its ancient and unshakable democratic principles, known since the 13th century, and which embodied the art of negotiation in gold. Walking part: Inspection of the Geneva embankment lakes - where the Austrian Empress Sisi loved to walk and was killed by an anarchist, the Mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his entire fortune to Geneva, the Mont Blanc Bridge - dividing the city into 2 parts, the mouth of the Rhone River - where Geneva originates. The famous Flower Clock in the English Garden - a monument to the Swiss watch industry, and the Geneva Fountain, 140 m high, a walk through the Old Town: Promenade Saint Antoine the Guardian of Geneva and Place Bourg de Four, St. Peter's Cathedral, Calvin Auditorium, Geneva Town Hall, the ancient Arsenal with cannons from the Napoleonic era and mosaic panels, as well as the monument to the Genevan diplomat Pictet de Rochemont, on the chestnut Boulevard De La Treille, laid out on the ancient defensive walls. Holy Cross Cathedral - Russian Orthodox Church and House-Museum of the Genevan bourgeois Tavel family. Automotive part: International Quarter - offices of the WTO, UN, UNICEF, Geneva Botanical Garden, Villa Ariana and Wilson's Palace. The new square is surrounded by the Opera House, the Philharmonic Hall, the Rath Museum, with a monument to General Dufour. From here the road leads to the University of Geneva, which grew out of the theological academy organized by John Calvin, and the Bastion Park, where the “Wall of the Reformation” is located with four-meter statues of the founding fathers of the Reform Movement .

From 300 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Amazing Geneva

Half of Geneva's territory is occupied by international organizations, half of the city's population are foreigners from 157 countries. All the languages of the world are heard on the streets of Geneva, and among them Russian is not the most exotic.

The Fountain soaring into the sky sparkles like a rainbow, in the distance above Geneva “the white mountain, exposed in the morning, shines like an unearthly revelation” (Tyutchev about Mont Blanc). The air is clean and transparent, despite the thousands of cars silently rushing through the city.

Watches, watches, watches... The most varied, for every taste and budget, from 50 to 1 million francs

Banks, banks, banks... Buying them is a little more difficult than buying a watch.

Hotels... everywhere, especially on the embankments. Modest on the outside, luxurious on the inside, never cheap.

“Well, what’s so special here?” - the experienced traveler will exclaim. A local guide needs only 2.5 hours to answer this question. The tour passes through the area of international organizations, central streets, embankments and parks (about 1 hour by car), an hour and a half on foot through the Old Town. Photos during the excursion, lunch and dinner and shopping afterwards are an integral part of a successful day.

Route: We don’t visit 300 international organizations, we just glance at them. Place des Nations and the famous "Chair". Park "Living Waters". Russian Church of the Ascension of the Holy Cross. New square. Wall of Reformers. Alley de la Treille. City Hall (visit possible). Historical Museum of Geneva. St. Peter's Cathedral.

Car and walking tour in a Lexus for 1-4 people 350 euros.

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From 350 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Excursion around Geneva, the history of the brilliant Capital of the World.

Geneva, traditionally discreet and eternally luxurious, is a city of ancient secrets and traditions, where different faiths and religions are intricately intertwined, a city of meetings and international conferences, salons and fairs.

The main offices of organizations such as the World Labor Organization, the World Trade Organization, the World Health Organization, the International Council of Churches, the International Committee for the Protection of Intellectual Property, the International Red Cross, the International Telecommunications Union, and the High Commission for Refugees are located here. The UN European Headquarters and the European Nuclear Research Center are also located here.

Walking part: Inspection of the embankment of Lake Geneva, where the beautiful Sisi, the Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary, loved to walk and was killed, the Mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his entire fortune to Geneva, the Mont Blanc bridge, dividing the city into 2 parts, the mouth of the Rhone River, from where Geneva takes its Start. The famous Flower Clock in the English Garden - a monument to the Swiss watch industry, and the Geneva Fountain, 140m high, a walk through the Old Town: Holy Cross Cathedral (Orthodox Church), Bourg de Fours Square, St. Peter's Cathedral, Calvin Auditorium, Geneva Town Hall, Arsenal , the house where JJ Rousseau was born and the House of Tavel, the oldest house in Geneva.

By car: International Quarter - offices of the UN, World Trade Organization, Red Cross and Crescent Society. New Square, Conservatory and Opera House.

A combined excursion is possible: excursion Geneva - Yvoire, a beautiful, flourishing French village - a fortress of the early 14th century.

From 150 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Geneva - capital of the world

Geneva, surrounded by mountains, lies on a hill near the shores of a huge blue Alpine lake and the Rhone River, right on the border with France. Once upon a time, the city began as a Roman settlement, but thanks to a happy coincidence and the will of its inhabitants, it turned into the unofficial capital of the world. The headquarters of the United Nations Office for Europe, the World Health Organization, and more than 200 international organizations are located in Geneva.

Geneva's Mont Blanc embankment has been the traditional habitat of the “Russian Swiss” for the last 200 years. Not far from here at different times lived Herzen, Ogarev, Dostoevsky, Karamzin, Tolstoy, Bakunin, Tyutchev, Tolstoy. Many world celebrities choose Geneva as their permanent place of residence - Charlie Chaplin, Georges Simenon, Audrey Hepburn, Charles Aznavour, Alain Delon, Peter Ustinov, crowned heads and oil kings. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a citizen of Geneva, Lord Byron sang her praises.

We will start the tour from the old town. You will see the Conservatory, the Bolshoi Theater, the Rath Museum, monuments to General Dufour and Henri Dunant, the shady Bastion Park and the Wall of the Reformers. Climb the hill to the old town and explore the Arsenal building, City Hall, St. Peter's Cathedral, Bourg des Fours square. Descent through the shopping districts of Geneva to the flower clock on the embankment of Lake Geneva, from where there is a magnificent view of the Geneva Fountain - the Jet Deau. Notre Dame Cathedral.

Inspection of the Place des Nations and the quarter of international organizations: the UN, the World Labor Organization, the World Trade Organization, the World Health Organization, the International Council of Churches, the International Committee for the Protection of Intellectual Property, the International Red Cross, the International Telecommunications Union, the High Commissariat for Refugees.

Next we go past the Pearl of the Lake park to the Mont Blanc embankment. You will see the mausoleum of the Duke of Graunschweig. Then, along the Mont Blanc bridge past the island of J. J. Rousseau, we will cross to the left bank of the Rhone River. Past the national monument, flower clock and the English Garden, move to the rose garden of the Park of Living Water. Next we will visit the Russian church.

Time to breathe in the aroma of coffee in one of the Geneva cafes. In which... Be sure to have a view of the famous Jet dEau fountain, the stream of which bursts from under the surface of the lake to a height of 147 meters. The fountain pumps 500 liters of water per second. With the help of its water plume, Genevans learn the direction of the wind.

If the wind isn't too strong, it's a good idea to go for a walk on Lake Geneva. To do this, you don’t have to leave the Mont Blanc embankment: this is where the city’s largest pier for pleasure boats and yachts is located, and an exciting boat cruise with lunch on board will leave an indelible impression.

If you wish, visit the Museum of History and Art. A majestic palace decorated with statues of Venus and Adonis - so romantic that they take your breath away.

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From 300 ₣ per group

Duration: 3 hours

Auto-walking tour of Geneva

" The world hasfive parts of the world:
Europe, Asia, Africa, America… AndGeneva! "
French Foreign Minister Talleyrand

The small town on the shores of the largest lake in Europe has been visited for centuries by refined souls, connoisseurs of beauty, thirsting for peace and harmony. In a city where there are more millionaires than unemployed people, representatives of 157 nationalities coexist peacefully. Geneva is a city that will seem familiar to you from the first minute, as if you spent the best years of your childhood or your past life here.

Our journey begins in the international quarter. You will see the Place des Nations and the UN, the International Red Cross and many other world organizations. And the background will be the turquoise surface of Lake Geneva framed by the snow-white Alpine mountains. You will admire the beautiful embankments, the rose garden of La Grange Park and the symbol of the city - the famous fountain flowing directly from the lake!

Bright flashes in memory will remain the huge Flower Clock, the mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, the monument to Rousseau and the Russian Orthodox Church, dear to our hearts. And while walking through the cozy Old Town, you will watch local Genevans playing giant checkers and chess in the park, get acquainted with the “Wall of the Reformers”, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Palace of Justice, the Town Hall, the House of Tavel, the commercial district and the lovely old square of Bur- de-Four.

And don’t forget to throw a coin into the azure waters of the lake, because you will definitely want to come back here!

From 400 ₣ per group

Duration: 3 hours

Photowalk around Geneva

During our photo walk I will show you the most beautiful places in the city. Walking or driving options are available.

At your service - photo walks in Switzerland - Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, as well as in France - Paris, Annecy, Ferney-Voltaire, the French Alps - Courchevel.

Enjoy your adventures and travels!

See you later,

Anastasia

From 240 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Sightseeing tour of Geneva

From 730 € per group

Duration: 8 hours

Geneva and Annecy

A beautiful Geneva morning. In a comfortable car we go to the quarter of international organizations, to the Square of Nations. It is this quarter that makes Geneva the capital of the world: the European Headquarters of the United Nations, the World Labor Organization, the World Trade Organization, the World Health Organization, the International Red Cross, the High Secretariat for Refugees and many others. Past the city park Pearl of the Lake, our path leads to the Mont Blanc embankment, overlooked by the buildings of fashionable Geneva hotels, and a stop at the mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick. Here we are on the Mont Blanc Bridge, on the right as we move along the island of J. J. Rousseau, and on the left is the National Monument and the famous Flower Clock near the English Garden. To the Russian Orthodox Church and admiring the play of the sun in its golden domes, we go to the observation deck in Colonie, from where an unforgettable view of Geneva and the lake opens. After enjoying Geneva from the car window, we go for a walk in the medieval city. We will start from the Conservatory, the Bolshoi Theater and the Rath Museum and then through the Bastion Park and past the Reformation Wall we will climb the hill to the old city: chestnut alley, the Arsenal and City Hall building, St. Peter's Cathedral (you can climb to the observation deck, which is located on the tower of the cathedral ), Bourg de Four square. Through the shopping districts of Geneva we descend to the Flower Clock on the promenade of Lake Geneva. After lunch, our path lies to the west, to France, to a city that has earned the magnificent title: Venice of Savoy - Annecy. Travel time is 40 minutes. Arrival in Annecy. The beginning of the excursion is a walk through the old medieval city, visiting churches and cathedrals, the famous Palais de L᾽ile. Annecy's waterways make it feel like Venice, but at the same time the city has its own authentic charm. From the old town the road leads to the lake - a walk along the lake, through the famous Europa Park, where a unique collection of trees from all over the world is collected. On the Lovers' Bridge, don't forget to kiss your better half (if you have one with you). The union sealed with a kiss on the Lovers' Bridge in Annecy will be eternal.

From 730 € per group

Duration: 8 hours

Swiss Riviera

Sightseeing tour of Lausanne. Automotive part: headquarters of the International Olympic Committee, excavations at the site of the Roman settlement of Luzonna, Vidi Park, Uchi embankment, Olympic Museum (walk through the Olympic Museum park), Tsvetaeva's house, Cecil Hotel, St. Francis Square, Federal Court building in Mont Park Repo. Walking tour through the old town: two medieval bishops' castles, the Academy, the best Gothic cathedral in Switzerland, Notre Dame, Palud Square with the Town Hall, Rumina Palace. Transfer to Vevey. From Lausanne we climb to the terraces above the lake, where the famous Lavaux vineyards are located. Optional wine tasting in one of the wine castles. Transfer to Vevey. Car tour of Vevey: Nestlé headquarters, Russian Orthodox Church, Protestant Church of St. Martina, old town, embankment with a monument to Charlie Chaplin (stop for photography), Market Square. A walking tour along the Montreux embankment: monuments to Nabokov and Freddie Mercury, hotels in the Belle Epoque style. Visit to the 13th century Chillon Castle - the former residence of the Counts of Savoy, the place of imprisonment of Byron's Chillon prisoner.

From 200 ₣ per group

Duration: 2 hours

Walking tour of Geneva

Geneva is an international city. At one time it claimed to be the capital of Switzerland. However, having given up this place to Bern, he remains far from aloof from the political, economic and other social spheres of the country’s public life, and on the world stage too.

Geneva is a dynamic business city, a major financial and important international center. The European headquarters of the United Nations and 23 international organizations are located here. It was in Geneva that the Red Cross and Red Crescent organization was born in August 1864.

Despite the fact that Geneva is a small city, and according to the imperial standards of the inhabitants of some countries of the Old World, it may well seem provincial, you can think of many walks along the colorful streets of the old city, well-groomed embankments or shady parks. The city is divided into two parts by the Rhone River.

The old town - the historical center of Geneva - is located on the left bank, in this part there are the main historical architectural monuments. Among them, the undoubted decoration of the city is St. Peter's Cathedral. Its construction began in the Romanesque era in the 11th century and continued throughout the Gothic period; in the 16th it became one of the main churches of Protestantism. Not far from the cathedral is the Burg de Four square, which once served as a market square and forum. Also on the left bank of the Rhone is the University of Geneva and the Reformation Monument - a giant panel with carved figures of figures of the Reformation - Jacques Calvin, Knox, Zwingli and others.

Geneva, like any other city, can be known and unknown. Famous Geneva fits easily into several landmarks and historical monuments that have become the city's hallmark. To the attractions mentioned above, you can add the Geneva Fountain, the flower clock and, of course, Lake Geneva itself, the largest in Europe.

We invite you to a fascinating walk around Geneva, and also, if time permits, around its surroundings. We will provide the opportunity to see and get to know this city, to learn about those events that may have previously eluded your attention.

From 200 ₣ per group

Duration: 2 hours

Walking tour of Geneva

In order to properly get to know such an ancient city as Geneva, it is not enough just to drive through it. Only a walking tour will allow you to fully experience the spirit of Switzerland, which is most concentrated here.

What to see on a walking tour

A walking tour is a real journey into history, since the main part of it takes place in the old part of the city. You can see:

Lake Leman and the most famous fountain in Switzerland, which originally served for technical purposes, but at the request of citizens, rebuilt and equipped with the latest technology; A little later you will see another fountain - Escalade, decorated with ancient bas-reliefs;
Rousseau Island - you can admire it from the ancient machine bridge. The island is a favorite vacation spot for the residents of Geneva; they take care of it as if they were their own gardens, so the vegetation here is uniquely beautiful;
Tower De Lisle - I will tell you the story of the execution of the Duke of Savoy. According to legend, it was in this tower that his life’s journey ended;
Places Grand Rue and Bourg de Four. There are ancient mansions of the nobility here. Having visited this square and the street of the same name, you can imagine yourself as a lady or gentleman from the 17th-18th century, the picturesque buildings are so well preserved. On the Bourg de Four, the Palace of Justice and the Lutheran Church are interesting;
The Town Hall and the Rousseau Museum, located next to it. The museum itself and the area around it where the ancient cannons are installed are also interesting.
Church of San Germain, St. Peter's Basilica, where you can hear organ music on Saturdays;
The oldest Tavel house in Geneva;
Bastion Park, botanical garden;
Rue Etienne de Mun - the former “street of beauties”;
The Wall of Reformers, decorated with sculptures of famous personalities;
Place Neuve, with buildings located on it - the theater, conservatory, Simon Ratta Museum and other interesting sights of Geneva.

How does the excursion work?

You can select all the points in the standard excursion program, or you can replace them with more important ones for you. For example, you can include in the program a visit to a cafe or restaurant, relaxation in the park, part of the oral program can be narrated during relaxation.

From 550 € per group

Duration: 14 hours

Geneva is the unofficial capital of Switzerland. Beautiful Montreux and Vevey.

Geneva is the unofficial capital of Switzerland.

Beautiful Montreux and Vevey.

Do you want to see the tallest fountain in the world? The most accurate flower clock? An artificial island with a bronze statue of J. J. Rousseau? The ancient Town Hall where the Geneva Convention was signed? The state chestnut by which the arrival of spring is determined? All this will be possible when visiting Geneva. In this city - one of the most important administrative centers in Europe - we will get acquainted not only with its modern life, but with the most interesting history of Geneva - the capital of the Reformation. You will enjoy beautiful views as you stroll along the promenades of Lake Leman and the Rhone River. We will visit the beautiful Russian Orthodox Church, Calvin College, and get acquainted with the interesting stories of the Duke of Brunswick, Empress Sissi and Henri Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross.

And then we will visit the beautiful Montreux and Vevey, along whose embankments the Great Chaplin, Nabokov, Mercury and many, many others walked!

The international city is waiting for you!

From 650 € per group

Duration: 5 hours

Excursion around Geneva with a visit to the ancient 14th century fortress of Yvoire

Geneva-Yvoire combined excursion: Walk along the embankment of Lake Geneva, where the beautiful Sisi, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary, loved to walk and was killed, inspection of the Mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his entire fortune to Geneva, the Mont Blanc bridge dividing the city into 2 parts, the mouth of the Rhone River , where Geneva originates. The famous Flower Clock in the English Garden - a monument to the Swiss watch industry, and the Geneva Fountain, 140m high, a walk through the Old Town: Holy Cross Cathedral (Orthodox Church), Bourg de Fours Square, St. Peter's Cathedral, Calvin Auditorium, Geneva Town Hall, Arsenal , the house where JJ Rousseau was born and the House of Tavel, the oldest house in Geneva. By car: International Quarter - Place des Nations: UN, World Trade Organization, Red Cross and Crescent Society. New Square, Conservatory and Opera House. Rounding the shore of Lake Geneva, we will see the brilliant Geneva from the other side, we will pass by the Geneva port and the Geneva beach. A fabulous, cozy and blooming Yvoire awaits us - included in the register of the most beautiful villages in France, standing for 7 centuries exactly in the middle of Lake Geneva, on a protruding cape. Even in Roman times, the village was called Acuaria, that is, “a place where there is water.” The name has been transformed over the centuries into “Ivoire”. Built in the 15th century, the village was a guard fortress of the Duke of Savoy Amedee V the Great, since it offers a magnificent view of Geneva, Lausanne and most of Lake Geneva. The town has completely preserved its medieval style and appearance, and resembles the scenery for a film about the good fortune of native knights and beautiful ladies based on the plot of the novels by Alexandre Dumas. 5 hours

From 160 € per group

Duration: 2 hours

Geneva - Protestant Rome

The second largest city in Switzerland. International Center of the Confederation, the city in which the UN, the Red Cross, the WTO, the International Labor Organization and the World Meteorological Organization have their headquarters.

Geneva is the heart of the Reformation, “Protestant Rome”, this is exactly the reputation it had for several centuries, thereby attracting the brightest minds and pure hearts of Europe. The birthplace of philosophers and philanthropists, the city that inspired service to people and which today serves the prosperity of peace throughout the world.

Located on one of the few trade routes connecting the north and south of Europe, Geneva became the most important economic center of the region at the beginning of the first millennium AD, and to this day is the tenth largest financial center in the world. The canton's financial policy attracts the largest trading companies, and the banking secrecy of the world's wealthy people.

I invite you to take a walk through this amazing city to listen to the historical events that made it so unique.

Promenade de la Treille and Place Bourg de Four, St. Peter's Cathedral and the city hall, where the city council has been meeting for 5 centuries. Tavel's House, the English Garden, the mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick and of course the Fountain, one of the tallest in the world, which has been a symbol of the city for more than 100 years.

From 600 € per group

Duration: 6 hours

Swiss Riviera

The northern shore of Lake Geneva, from Lausanne to Montreux, where the majestic gray-haired castle of Chillon stands, is called the Swiss Riviera. Karamzin, Nabokov, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Bunin, Tsvetaeva, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and Diaghilev are just a small list of those who left their mark in these parts. We invite you to a sightseeing tour of the Swiss Riviera. We will drive along the autobahn to Montreux to enjoy the most beautiful views of this region from an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level, and then climb even higher to the observation deck, from where you can see a piece of England. Then we will go down to the lake and Chillon Castle to immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of past eras and maybe even meet ghosts in its dungeons. Next we will have a walk along the Montreux embankment, Vevey, tasting Swiss wines and of course Lausanne.

Lausanne is often called the Swiss San Francisco - steep streets, the magnificent Notre Dame, the Ryumin Palace, and of course the Ouchy embankment, which was sung by Marina Tsvetaeva, the International Olympic Committee, museums and parks - we can start or end our trip here.

On the stretch of coast between Lausanne and Vevey there are dozens of square kilometers of the famous Lavaux vineyards. All of them are privately owned by families who have been carefully caring for the grapes for many years and making the most delicious wine in Switzerland. Grape varieties grow here that are not found anywhere else on the planet.

Vineyards.... mountains.... lake.... most likely the combination of these three words does not evoke any special emotions... but this is only until you have visited the Swiss Riviera.

The town of Vevey, where Karamzin and Herzen, Hugo and Tchaikovsky, Hemingway and Rousseau loved to walk along its embankment, Gogol began writing the second volume of Dead Souls here, and Dostoevsky wrote the last chapters of the novel The Idiot. Charlie Chaplin spent the last 30 years of his life here. And Coco Chanel and Audrey Hepburn admired the magnificent views of the French Alps here.

Montreux is the cradle of the world famous jazz festival, which is held here every July. Montreux is Monaco in miniature. Nabokov spent the last 17 years of his life here. Here Tchaikovsky wrote “Eugene Onegin”, “Joan of Arc” and “Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D Minor”.

Many world celebrities visited Montreux: representatives of the aristocracy, artists, poets and musicians. This city gives inspiration. It’s not for nothing that the most romantic moments in the lives of the heroes of “New Heloise” take place in this city. Rousseau wrote so beautifully about these places that carriages of travelers, inspired by this story, flocked here from all over Europe. Mansions and villas are surrounded by greenery of magnolias, cypresses, palm trees and almonds. Montreux is truly the pearl of the Swiss Riviera. To be in Switzerland and not visit these places is a real crime...

Chillon Castle has been towering over the surface of the lake for almost a thousand years. The Romans began to build the fortress, because this place was ideal for controlling one of the very few trade routes connecting the north and south of Europe. And already in the 12th century, the Dukes of Savoy built a castle on this site, which we invite you to visit.

From 160 € per group

Duration: 2 hours

Geneva

Beauty Geneva

From 260 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Geneva by car and on foot

Beauty Geneva

Beautiful Geneva, the international capital of Switzerland, the city of Calvin, Protestant Rome, modern Babylon - all these epithets are not able to convey the charm and magic of this ancient city, spread out along the shores of an equally ancient and no less beautiful lake. All guidebooks call Lake Geneva, but the Swiss themselves call it Leman.

Ancient Geneva traces its origins to the Celts and Allobojas, who were conquered by Gaius Julius Caesar in 58 BC. It was he who first mentioned this place as “Genois”, which translated from the Celtic dialect means “Mouth”. Under the Romans, Christianity became the dominant religion, the city flourished, and then declined when Rome was destroyed by barbarians. Several centuries will pass and Geneva will become a strong city-state, a center of fair trade, here very early (in the 11th-12th century) the City Council and craft (guilds) guilds will be formed.

In the 15th century, Protestantism came to Geneva, led by the French theologian and philosopher Jean Calvin, thanks to whom Geneva became Protestant Rome. Strict rules are established in the city, the city begins to pray and work, Protestant pastors are trained here and sent to preach throughout Europe. At the same time, waves of refugees from Europe come to the city, bringing their professions with them. It was during this period that the foundations of an international city were laid for the first time.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, Geneva strengthens its economic and political positions, becomes a Republic, and the post-Napoleonic reorganization of Europe in the most unexpected and interesting way allows Geneva to finally join the Swiss Confederation.

The end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries marked the beginning of the era of international arbitration and laid the foundations for the eternal neutrality of Switzerland. The European headquarters of the League of Nations is located in Geneva, and after its closure in 1946, the UN and all specialized European UN organizations are based here.

These are just the main milestones in the history of this ancient city. During our tour of Geneva we will see many medieval buildings and historical promenades, ancient squares and alleys, Gothic cathedrals and churches that are most closely connected with the history and modern life of Geneva. Our route will pass through the famous Flower Clock, the Russian Orthodox Church, Place Bourg-de-Fours, the Palace of Justice, St. Peter's Cathedral, the famous Tavel House, the Arsenal, the courtyard of the building where the Geneva City Council has regularly met for 600 years, through the house where Jean-Jacques Rousseau was born, the promenade des Treuilles, Bastion Park with the famous Reformation Wall, New Square.

The walking tour of Geneva lasts 2 hours. If you choose a car-walking tour, which lasts 3 hours, we will stop at the international city where the UN is located and the village of Colonie, where world celebrities live (Charles Aznavour, Alain Delon, Isabelle Adjani, etc.), we will stop at the panoramic platform in the center Colony for a wonderful view of Lake Geneva.

From 250 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Pedestrian Geneva - the history of the brilliant capital of the world

The walk will begin on the embankment of Lake Geneva, where the promenade overlooked and where the beautiful Sisi, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary, was killed, and from where in sunny weather you can see the proud peak of Mont Blanc. We will see the Mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his entire fortune to Geneva, the Mont Blanc bridge, dividing the city into 2 parts, Rousseau Island, dedicated to the great philosopher native of Geneva, and the mouth of the Rhone River, where ancient Geneva originates. The famous Flower Clock awaits us in the English Garden - this is a monument to the Swiss watch industry, the Geneva Fountain, 140m high, will amaze us with its power, and a walk through the Old Town will surprise us with the number of museums: Museum of the History of Fine Arts, Holy Cross Cathedral (Orthodox Church), Place Bourg - de Four - the oldest square in Geneva, St. Peter's Cathedral, Calvin's Auditorium, the Geneva Town Hall, the ancient Arsenal, the house-museum of J-J Rousseau - an honorary citizen of Geneva and the Tavel House-museum - the oldest house in Geneva.

From 180 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Cycling tours around Geneva (with optional tasting)

The canton of Geneva is home to ancient French-style villages, beautiful nature, beautiful vineyards and green fields, the emerald Rhone and the milky blue Arve with numerous swans and ducks. And of course, the famous Lake Leman, from the shores of which it is so pleasant to admire the Swiss Jura Mountains or the French Mont Blanc.

I invite you to ride a bicycle, enjoying the most beautiful alpine landscapes, we will go out into the bosom of Swiss nature, see villages with history and take a break from the bustle of the city.

On the way, I will give you a brief excursion into the history and nature of the Geneva canton. From the beginning of June to the end of September, the walk can be combined with a swim on the lake's remote, crystal-clear beaches - so don't forget your swimsuits. ;)

On one of the routes it is possible to have a wine tasting at a family winery. The tasting is free, but winery owners typically expect you to buy one or two bottles afterward. The cost of wine is the same as in stores, the wine is very good.

We will meet at Geneva Central Station. A bicycle is provided free of charge. The walk is also possible with small children, as you can choose a bicycle with a child seat. Please note: part of the route passes through Geneva.

There are three routes to choose from. Two along the lake - to the border with France and to the ancient Swiss town of Hermance, the other - in the direction of the canton of Vaud and the ancient town of Nyon, the third - deep into the canton, along the Rhone, through vineyards and Swiss villages. It is also possible to ride bicycles around Geneva itself. Therefore, write - what you like best, and we’ll go there!

From 180 € per group

Duration: 3 hours

Vine trail with wine tasting

Geneva is not only a clock and a fountain, but also delightful old French villages overlooking the dazzling snowy peaks of the Alps, with endless paths among vines and peacefully grazing sheep, these are friendly small family wineries, lost among the Swiss meadows.

With me you can walk along the path of grapevines, plunge into the atmosphere of French villages, meet winemakers, whose generations carefully select and cultivate the best grape varieties.

You can also taste and buy wine at these wineries. During our walk, I will tell you about how wine is grown, what wines the region is famous for, about the nature of Switzerland and a little history.

Please note that the wineries are not open every day, so the time must be agreed in advance. The tasting is free if you subsequently purchase one or two bottles at the winery. The cost of wine is approximately the same as in stores - varies from 12 to 18 francs on average.

The duration of the walk varies from 2.5 to 3.5 hours depending on your desire. We will meet at Geneva Central Station and hit the road – our ride won’t be long at all, about 15 minutes. Usually hotels give travelers a transport card, but if you don’t have one, one trip will cost 3.5 francs.

From 550 € per group

Duration: 10 hours

Geneva

Excursion to Geneva

You are purposeful and active, you know how to manage not only the rapid passage of time, and you will undoubtedly want to visit the diplomatic and financial capital of the world, a treasure trove of secrets of success and prosperity.

Or maybe you are a true connoisseur of the little joys of life and cannot imagine a day without a cup of aromatic coffee, a glass of fine wine or contemplation of stunning panoramas.

Whoever you are, Geneva is the city that was created for you!

Visit to the Geneva Motor Show

The Geneva Motor Show has been held since 1905, and in 2015 it will open for the eighty-fifth time. About two hundred automakers from all over the world will present their new developments. The organizers of the auto show are preparing to welcome more than 700,000 guests.

At the opening ceremony of the Geneva Motor Show, which will be held ... (initially the exhibition will be open only to journalists and specialists), the winner of the World Car of the Year competition will be announced. Last year, this title went to the Volkswagen Golf hatchback, and this year there are seven finalists vying for the main prize: BMW i3, Citroen C4 Picasso, Mazda 3, Mercedes S-Class, Peugeot 308, Skoda Octavia and Tesla Model S.

Dear tourists,

We invite you to Geneva!

This city, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, received the title of city of “peace” and reformation. It was here that J.J. lived and worked. Rousseau, J. Calvin, Walter, Lenin, etc. Many also call Geneva the city of international organizations and the city of parks, the city of museums and shops. One can only imagine what Geneva will be like for you.

We offer several excursion options for tourists. Excursions mayvary depending on your desires and capabilities.

1. Sightseeing tour of the Old Town (2 hours), walking

This excursion is suitable for those who are in Geneva for the first time and want to learn general information about the city, its history and famous residents. This walking tour starts on the right bank of Lake Geneva, with stunning views of the Alps and the fountain, which is the tallest in the world. Tourist sites during the excursion: Zh.Zh. Island Rousseau, English Park, flower clock, theater square of Geneva - Place Neuve, Bastion Park with the "Wall of the Reformation", fortress walls of Geneva, Russian Church, Government House, Town Hall, Cathedral of St. Petra and others

Cost* of the excursion:

2. Sightseeing tour of Geneva by car (3 hours)

A tour of Geneva by car for those who want to see the city in its entirety. The excursion includes a visit to the old city (pedestrian part), the embankment of Lake Geneva, the Carouge district, as well as “International Geneva” with a mention of most World organizations. The tour also includes the English Park, the Bastion Park and the island of J. J. Rousseau.

Cost* of the excursion:

* The price of the excursion does NOT include payments for tickets to the tour. objects

3. Tour of the quarter of international organizations in Geneva (1.5 -2 hours), walking

This excursion will take you closer to the Geneva International Organizations area. The city of Geneva ranks first in the world in terms of their number. There are more than 160 of them here. The excursion route is planned so that you can learn as much as possible about the functioning, tasks and missions of such organizations as: the UN, the International Labor Organization, the International Health Organization, the International Telecommunications Union, the International Committee of the Red Cross and Crescent, and also many others. During the excursion you will learn not only the history of their founding, but also the features of their activities and influence on world events.

Cost* of the excursion:

* The price of the excursion does NOT include payments for tickets to the tour. objects

4. Combined excursion (2 hours), by car

A combined tour of Geneva is suitable for organized groups who are limited in time and would like to see the main attractions of Geneva. During the first part of the excursion you will get acquainted with the area of International organizations: UN, ICRC, Ministry of Health, IOB, SMT and others. This part of the excursion also includes such objects as: the Geneva fountain, flower clock, English park, Place Neuve. During the second, pedestrian part, you will be able to visit the Old Town of Geneva, where you will learn more about the founding of Geneva, traditions, cultural features and historical events associated with the city.

Cost* of the excursion:

* The price of the excursion does NOT include payments for tickets to the tour. objects

5. Visiting museums

If you still have free time and would like to spend it in Geneva, then we invite you on a tour of Geneva museums. This excursion can be an addition to the main sightseeing tour of the city. With a Russian-speaking guide, we suggest you go to:

1. Museum of Art and History, 1 hour.

2. Museum of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, 2 hours.

3. Tavel House (Geneva History Museum), 1 hour.

4. Museum of Watchmaking 1 hour.

5. Museum of the History of Science. More information: .

6. International Museum of the Reformation:

Cost* of the excursion:

* The price of the excursion does NOT include payments for tickets to the tour. objects

**transportation service is NOT included in the price of the excursion

We invite you on excursions around Geneva!

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or by phone +41 763 827 076, +37 254 698 054

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Overview

Duration: 2.5 hours

A rich program of walking around Geneva will introduce you to the main attractions of the city, striking historical facts and information about modern realities. You will also hear stories about famous people and events associated with each building of the Old Town, and get acquainted with the peculiarities of Genevan cuisine.

Overview

Get to know and love the city in 2 hours

Duration: 2 hours

Geneva is snow-white swans peacefully cutting through the waters of a picturesque lake. Or is it the capital of the world, where political affairs of various kinds are carried out and regulated. Or maybe Geneva is all of this together? To understand the Swiss city and feel its character, come with us on a rich and meaningful walk!

Price: 30 EUR per person

Overview

Duration: 2.5 hours

You will see the main streets, squares, fountains, palaces and courtyards of Geneva. You will learn the history of the city from its foundation to the present day, local legends and anecdotes. You will also get acquainted with the traditions of Switzerland and the mentality of its inhabitants, imbued with the flavor of this picturesque and very friendly country.

History and architecture

Discover the Russian trace in the history of the Swiss city

Duration: 2.5 hours

Geneva is the most Russian city in Switzerland. It would seem, what does “Protestant Rome” have in common with Russian history and culture? But many Russian writers and musicians, businessmen and public figures contributed to the life of Geneva, becoming an integral part of its history since the 17th century! I will introduce you to this side of the city and show you the most remarkable places related to the theme of our walk.

In the country

Take a walk around the postcard town, enjoy the panoramic views of the lake and find out how the Swiss live

Duration: 6.5 hours

We will go on a short journey into the depths of Switzerland. In one day you will get to know Lausanne, see the Lavaux vineyards and appreciate wine from local wineries. I will share interesting stories with you and help you feel the atmosphere of this country - all against the backdrop of breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the Alps.

In the country

Fabulous panoramic views of the mountains and lake

Duration: 4.5 hours

The excursion will be of interest to those who have already explored Geneva and want to expand their understanding of this region. You will admire the highest mountain ranges of Western Europe without straying far from the comfort of a big city. You can hike up the mountain or get there by car - along the way you will see cozy villages, and at the top you will find delicious coffee and traditional local pie.

Gastronomic

Learn recipes for Genevan dishes and understand the taste preferences of the locals

Duration: 2.5 hours

Our city is famous for its world-famous chocolate, which you will definitely try here, but what else do you know about Genevan cuisine? Which one is more similar to - French or Swiss, if similar at all? I will introduce you to typical Genevan dishes so that after a tour of local restaurants you will feel like a real gourmet, having learned the essence of the local gastronomic culture. And I’ll teach a little sommelier skills - what would a dinner be without good wine!

Overview

Duration: 3 hours

I invite you to a sightseeing tour of Geneva, where you will get acquainted with the main attractions and interesting facts from the history of the city, as well as with the traditions, secrets and way of life of Genevans in the intricacies of different cultures.

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Price: 30 € Group

For those who want to get acquainted with both the history and modern life of Geneva, to see it through the eyes of local residents, we present our useful sightseeing tour “Geneva daily at 15:15. Every day at 15:15 you can join a group of like-minded people on sightseeing walks around Geneva, accompanied by a guide. One of the guides from our team will show you a real “living” city and tell you what only its residents know and are not published in guidebooks. You have no risk of getting lost, missing something or not understanding. You will get the most out of your trip and save time searching for iconic places; in addition, you will receive a lot of useful practical information. In 2 hours you will begin to navigate among the main attractions, form a clear picture of the centuries-old history of the city and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of local life. After the excursion, walking on your own will be much more interesting! We offer two routes to explore the city: the red and blue route. The routes alternate every other day. Please make your reservations in advance! The number of places in the group is 15.

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Price: 262 € Individual

Geneva, a city that took its name from Julius Caesar, is the smallest of the largest cities, which has become the “capital” of the world thanks to its ancient and immutable democratic principles, known since the 13th century, and embodied the art of negotiation in gold. Walking part: Inspection of the embankment of Lake Geneva - where the Austrian Empress Sisi loved to walk and was killed by an anarchist, the Mausoleum of the Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his entire fortune to Geneva, the Mont Blanc Bridge - dividing the city into 2 parts, the mouth of the Rhone River - where Geneva originates. The famous Flower Clock in the English Garden - a monument to the Swiss watch industry, and the Geneva Fountain, 140 m high, a walk through the Old Town: Promenade Saint Antoine the Guardian of Geneva and Place Bourg de Four, St. Peter's Cathedral, Calvin Auditorium, Geneva Town Hall, the ancient Arsenal with cannons from the Napoleonic era and mosaic panels, as well as the monument to the Genevan diplomat Pictet de Rochemont, on the chestnut Boulevard De La Treille, laid out on the ancient defensive walls. Holy Cross Cathedral is a Russian Orthodox church and the House-Museum of the Genevan bourgeois Tavel family. Automotive part: International Quarter - offices of the WTO, UN, UNICEF, Geneva Botanical Garden, Villa Ariana and Wilson Palace. A new square surrounded by the Opera House, the Philharmonic, the Rath Museum, with a monument to General Dufour. From here the road leads to the University of Geneva, which grew out of the theological academy organized by John Calvin, and the Bastion Park, where the “Wall of the Reformation” is located with four-meter statues of the founding fathers of the Reform Movement.

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Price: 390 € Individual

Lausanne is a medium-sized Swiss city and is located in the French lousanne.jpg part of Switzerland, in the canton of Vaud. If you are traveling to Lausanne from Geneva, then on the way the guide will begin his story about Switzerland, the Swiss and everything connected with them. You will learn about the history of the state, its formation and political system. On the way to the Olympic capital, unforgettable landscapes of Lake Geneva and the Alps will open before you. During a tour of Lausanne itself, you will get acquainted with the history of the city from the times of the Roman Empire to the present day, its features and traditions. Lausanne is called the Olympic capital, because the International Olympic Committee is located here, as well as the Museum of the Olympic Games. During the excursion you will pass through the narrow streets of the city, which lies on the hills. Be prepared for the fact that while walking along it you will descend and ascend to a height of almost several tens of meters. The houses that appear ahead during the walk will seem unusually tall, which gives this place a special charm. While walking around the city you will visit such objects as: Castle of St. Mary (administration of the canton of Vaud), Place de la Pole with the 17th town hall, Church of St. Franciska. During the excursion you will see the interiors of the 13th century cathedral, which is recognized among the Swiss as the most beautiful church in the country. The Gothic window in the form of a “Rose” from the 13th century requires special attention.

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Price: 390 € Individual

We invite you on an excursion from Geneva to Chillon Castle with a visit to the cities of Montreux and Vevey. Chillon Castle is one of the most mystical symbols of Switzerland. The castle is located on the shores of Lake Geneva, three kilometers from the town of Montreux. Already on the way to it, as well as during walks in nearby cities, the picturesque landscapes of the Alps and Jura will open before you. The one-way journey takes about 1.5 hours and during this time you can listen to an interesting story from the guide about Switzerland, its history and traditions, as well as enjoy the views. The excursion includes a walk around the city of Vevey, around the city of Montreux and a visit to Chillon Castle.

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Price: 330 € Individual

We invite you on a tour of the city of Annecy in Eastern France. The city is located in one of the most beautiful places - at the foot of the Alps, near Lake Annecy. This small town attracts thousands of tourists with its charm, architecture and unique atmosphere of the Middle Ages and modern times. An excursion to the city of Annecy from Geneva includes a meeting with a guide in Geneva, in a place convenient for you (hotel, airport, etc.), transfer to Annecy, during which you will admire the picturesque panoramas of the Alps and Haute-Savoie, and also listen to the guide’s story about the region, its history and traditions. At the request of tourists, there can be a stop at the drawbridge over the gorge. In Annecy, you will have an educational tour of the Old Town (the castle on the island, Sag-Claire Street, the Palace of the Bishops, etc.), as well as many unforgettable impressions that you will gain here, because... Annecy leaves no one indifferent. The excursion lasts a minimum of 4 hours including travel from Geneva and back. At your request, the tour can be extended if you wish to stay longer in Annecy or visit the suspension bridge along the way.

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Price: 50 € Group

Regular group tour of Geneva. The excursion route passes through the central part of the city and the embankment. Attractions you will see: the flower clock, the Geneva Fountain, the English Park, the Promenade de la Treille, the architectural monuments of the Old Town, St. Peter's Cathedral, the Reformers' Wall and much more. In a short 2-hour tour, I will try to convey to you as much as possible about Geneva: touching stories and facts, past and present, love and wars. The excursion takes place on TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS and FRIDAYS Notes: 1. The excursion takes place in any weather. 2. The tour may be canceled if the minimum number of people is not met. 3. Maximum group size is 15 people.

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Price: 160 € Individual

This excursion is suitable for all those who are in Geneva for the first time. A walk through the Old Town and the Lake Geneva promenade will take you through the main attractions and most interesting places. In addition, you will learn the fascinating history of Geneva with all its details and legends, as well as how Geneva lives today. Excursion route: - flower clock, - Jeu d'eau fountain, - Bourg de Four square, - city hall and arsenal, - main cathedral of St. Peter's, - embankment - University of Geneva, - Wall of the Reformers, - and others.

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Price: 160 € Individual

More than 300 international organizations have their headquarters in Geneva. That is why the proposed excursion route will introduce you to Geneva as the world capital! This tour will be complemented by a tram ride (if you live in the heart of Geneva), which will be a good opportunity to feel like a local. Once on the Place des Nations, your gaze will be drawn to a giant chair on three legs - one of the symbols of the city. What is his idea and what he calls for, you will definitely learn from the story. Immediately behind it is the famous Avenue of Flags and the main entrance to the UN. Why Geneva was chosen as the center of diplomatic negotiations, why the country was not affected by the First and Second World Wars, and what the “spirit of Geneva” is, you will learn on this route. On the route you will see the building of the Red Cross Committee and learn its touching history of its founding, admire the beautiful Ariana Palace and be surprised at how expensive gifts Geneva received from its residents and much more. This excursion also touches on the modern life of the city, including educational issues and social problems. A walk around the block will be not only educational, but also pleasant, because... Most of the routes pass through luxurious parks with beautiful views. The end of the tour is planned at the botanical garden.

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Price: 140 € Individual

One of the most interesting places in Geneva is certainly the Carouge district. This area can be called both historical and artistic, and the adjectives that fit it are ultra-modern, anarchic and traditional. What will Carouge be like for you? True to its traditions (which are different from those of Geneva), in Carouge you can hear the history of a completely different city and a different people. The first memories of this place date back to the reign of Julius Caesar, although Carouge as a city was officially founded in the 18th century. It had no fortress walls and was always open to everyone and everything, regardless of religion, social status and political views. Thus, Carouge created great competition for neighboring Geneva. It is incredible, but true, that this feeling has remained in the mentality of the residents to this day. During our tour of the area, you will not only admire the unique architectural ensembles, cozy courtyards and urban structure of the area, but also learn what contribution it made to the development of the Geneva economy and how it influenced the course of European history. Is it only European? Figures of the revolutionary movement, including its great leader, Vladimir Lenin, often spent their time in Carouge. That is why Carouge can be called a little Russian. Having thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of this place, do not rush to part with it! After all, there is so much to spend your free time here: private galleries and exhibitions, small shops with handmade products (cosmetics, jewelry, clothes and chocolate), antiques, and of course restaurants with local cuisine. Only in Carouge I recommend trying raclette, cheese fondue and tartiflette.