EXPERIENCE A PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR IN GENEVA

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1 EXPERIENCE A PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR IN GENEVA or an excursion in the surroundings! Each tour can be personalised to meet your requirements. We offer different themes which you can discover below, as well as private bus, minivan or car hire at preferential rates. PERSONALISED OFFER AND RESERVATION / info@geneve.com / / geneve.com Private tours

2 SUMMARY SUMMARY 1 UNMISSABLE 2 A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA 3 MUST-EXPERIENCE HISTORY & CULTURE 3 The old town and its treasures 6 A walk on the waterside 10 The Reformation & Calvin 3 The essentials of Geneva 4 International Geneva 4 Geneva, cradle of prestige watchmaking 5 Henry Dunant, the Red Cross and humanitarian Geneva 5 Carouge and its bohemian atmosphere 6 Geneva Food Tour 7 Calvin & Luther: who were they? 7 Geneva, tales and legends 8 Saint-Gervais, the Old Town of the people 8 Geneva, a green and sustainable city 9 Wine-making tour of Geneva 10 The centre of the Escalade, immerse yourself in the history of years of architectural history and town planning in Geneva 4 OTHER SERVICES 5 GENEVA YOUR WAY 6 HOW TO BOOK 12 Transfers 12 Chauffeur-driven mini-bus hire 12 Scenic cruise 13 Private guided tour or excursions 4 hours, 5 hours or 8 hours on request 14 You are more than welcome SAVE TIME WITH OUR INTERACTIVE GUIDE We have made it easier for you to browse this PDF document by integrating clickable links that will take you directly to the desired pages and contents. A tree view is available at the top of each page to let you know where you are in the document and let you go back to the menu whenever you wish. Happy interactive reading.

3 SUMMARY / UNMISSABLE UNMISSABLE / THE OLD TOWN AND ITS TREASURES Geneva, as you don t know it yet In the company of a professional guide, discover the Old Town of Geneva, Switzerland s greatest historic city, dominated by St-Pierre Cathedral, the centrepiece of the Reformation. Explore the area s narrow streets with their shaded terraces, each one home to numerous treasures from Geneva s history that your guide will reveal to you. Appreciate the Reformation Wall in its exceptionally verdant surroundings, a monument to the people who made Geneva the Protestant Rome. / THE ESSENTIALS OF GENEVA Explore all the facets of Geneva! A tour with commentary will tell you everything about Geneva past and present. Become immersed in the history of Geneva, Capital of Peace, as you pass through the green and tranquil district of international organisations. Stroll along the cobbled streets of the Old Town, dominated by the magnificent Saint-Pierre Cathedral. Take in the sights and sounds of the world s most beautiful harbour and the famous Jet d Eau, symbol of the city. Duration On foot By bus 3

4 SUMMARY / UNMISSABLE / INTERNATIONAL GENEVA One city, one vocation A cannon tied in a knot, Switzerland s largest painting on ceramic, a chair for a giant, Chinese monoliths older than life on Earth and many other curiosities await you on this tour. In the midst of green open spaces and centuries old trees, you ll be able to discover the history and activity of many of the organisations which symbolise the international vocation of Geneva. Public transport not included in the tour price. / GENEVA, CRADLE OF PRESTIGE WATCHMAKING The identity of a city recounted through precision artistry Set off to discover a world of refinement, luxury and absolute precision! The watch industry has shaped Geneva over the course of the centuries. From the famous Flower Clock to less well-known but equally symbolic sites, you will discover a savoir-faire unique in the world. And of course, this tour offers plentiful windowshopping along the famousrue du Rhône, with its countless boutiques representing the world s greatest watchmakers. Treat yourself, now is the time! Duration On foot By bus 4

5 SUMMARY / UNMISSABLE / HENRY DUNANT, THE RED CROSS & HUMANITARIAN GENEVA History revisited in the heart of the city This tour will guide you through 150 years of history in the heart of the city, capital of the Red Cross and cradle of humanitarian action. The name Geneva evokes a special place where women, men and institutions take action to protect the victims of armed conflict and situations of violence. Today this action extends to all corners of the globe and its history from its origins to the present day will be yours to discover. / CAROUGE AND ITS BOHEMIAN ATMOSPHERE Enjoy a change of scene in Carouge! A few minutes from Geneva city centre, Carouge will surprise you with its laid-back feel. A town within a city, Carouge is the Greenwich Village of Geneva. Accompanied by your guide, meet the artisans, artists and other personalities who give Carouge its charm. Its shady squares are astonishingly reminiscent of Italy, yet only a few minutes from the city centre. Soak up this unique atmosphere at any hour of the day or night. 2h Duration On foot By bus 5

6 SUMMARY / A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA / A WALK ON THE WATERSIDE Geneva, where water is part of this little paradise Discover the Geneva s harbour and its beautiful Jet d Eau! Marvel at the world s most beautiful harbour with its famous Jet d Eau, the symbol of the city, and the lush banks of the Rhône. The invigorating walk will reveal all the secrets and anecdotes that link Geneva with the water. / GENEVA FOOD TOUR The best of Switzerland in one mouthful! Taste Swiss specialities such as fondue, «Valaisanne plate» and chocolate in renowned restaurants of the local culinary world. Along the banks of lake Geneva and through the old town, the professional tour guide will delight your taste buds by sharing culinary anecdotes with you and by showing you iconic places of the town. On your marks, get set, eat! The tour includes alcoholic beverages and is not suitable for vegetarians or people with allergies. 3h Duration On foot By bus 6

7 SUMMARY / A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA / CALVIN & LUTHER: WHO WERE THEY? The men behind the Reformers Jean Calvin and Martin Luther have been the subject of much discussion since the 16 th century, and that is set to continue in 2017 with the 500 th anniversary of the Reformation. Find out who Jean Calvin was, the father, the faithful friend and pastor. Extracts from their correspondence will intersperse the guided tour. From the Reformation Wall via St. Pierre Cathedral, and many other important sites of the Reformation, walk in the footsteps of Calvin and Luther! 2h / GENEVA, TALES AND LEGENDS History revisited in the heart of the city, recounted by an official guide Surprising tales and legends are the backdrop to a fun-packed guided tour of the Old Town! Discover the heart of Geneva as you listen to stories you never imagined; tales and legends that echo down the cobbled streets. You ll learn much about the mysteries of the Old Town and will see it in a new light. Duration On foot By bus 7

8 SUMMARY / A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA / SAINT-GERVAIS, THE OLD TOWN OF THE PEOPLE A district full of stories and memories Come and discover this old town on its hill overlooking the city s upper reaches, a tinder box of political, social and religious uprisings between the 18 th and 19 th centuries. A district marked by a melting pot of populations, it is also home to every trade practised by Geneva s watchmakers and is a living testimony to many links between past and present. Its bustling narrow streets filled with contrasts will lead you to medieval courtyards, timeless cafés and examples of alternative lifestyles. / GENEVA, A GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE CITY Objective: 100 % renewable! Whether to renovate an industrial district, develop a city park as a nursery for seedlings and a source of honey, meet the needs of conservation and modernisation of the botanical gardens or supply energy to an entire international district, Geneva is determined once and for all to follow a strategy of 100% renewable by Public transport not included in the tour price. Duration On foot By bus 8

9 SUMMARY / A DIFFERENT SIDE TO GENEVA / WINE-MAKING TOUR OF GENEVA Experience Geneva s countryside Take a deep breath in, and then let it out again: you are in the great outdoors, right in the heart of Geneva s countryside. With your professional guide, discover the peaceful landscape of Geneva s vineyards and meet some passionate and inspiring wine-makers. Explore the 3 rd biggest vineyard in Switzerland! * *2 hours without tasting or 3 hours with wine tasting Duration On foot By bus 9

10 SUMMARY / MUST-EXPERIENCE HISTORY & CULTURE MUST-EXPERIENCE HISTORY & CULTURE / THE REFORMATION & CALVIN The movement that changed the history of Europe Who was John Calvin? What was his life like? How did he contribute to the development of Protestantism? Why did the Reformation play such an important role in Geneva s intellectual and international influence? All these questions can now be answered, thanks to a fascinating tour, in the company of a professional guide! / THE CENTRE OF THE ESCALADE, IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE HISTORY OF 1602 Geneva, a date, a history A guided tour which will take you back in time... As night falls, follow your guide through streets and lanes as you set off in search of an historic landmark of 1602 which affirmed the independence of Geneva: the Escalade. Your guide will bring this unique event to life as if you were present yourself, through captivating and surprising stories. 100% suspense guaranteed! Duration On foot By bus 10

11 SUMMARY / MUST-EXPERIENCE HISTORY & CULTURE / 850 YEARS OF ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY AND TOWN PLANNING IN GENEVA Span 9 centuries with an official guide! Experience the thrill of travelling through time. With your personal guide, discover the main sites in the heart of Geneva across different periods. Between historical insights and fascinating anecdotes, learn how the city transformed itself over time and discover the role played by Swiss neutrality in the preservation of our architecture. 2h ou 3h Duration On foot By bus 11

12 SUMMARY / OTHER SERVICES OTHER SERVICES / SERVICES TRANSFERS Relax & enjoy, we re taking care of everything We organize your transfer assistance with a guide, with transport included (coach, minivan, car) or not, from/to Geneva Airport or main station Cornavin to/from you hotel or any other place in Geneva (rate per hour). / CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN MINI-BUS HIRE / SCENIC CRUISE All the beauty of the Geneva shores in less than one hour From Pierres du Niton to the Pointe à la Bise, you will have a spectacular view over the Jet d eau, the Mont-Blanc massif, the monuments, famous villas, the UN and the parks and gardens adjacent to the lake. Cruise with commentary in French & English. Brochure available on board with detailed commentaries in French, German, English, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Chinese. A taylor-made service Rent a vehicule as a bus, minivan, car with driver (with or without a guide). 12

13 SUMMARY / GENEVA YOUR WAY GENEVA YOUR WAY / PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS OR EXCURSIONS Should you wish to spend a half-day or a fullday excursion with a professional touristic guide to discover Geneva or another famous city in Switzerland, we make offers with transport included (coach, minivan, car) or not. Please don t hesitate to send us your request to info@geneve.com. 4, 5 OR 8 HOURS ON REQUEST Duration On foot By bus 13

14 SUMMARY / HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK / YOU ARE MORE THAN WELCOME Looking forward to welcoming you to Geneva, we thank you and remain at your service for any additional information. BOOK NOW e info@geneve.com p