GENEVA complete tour. Hotel PICK-UP, Geneva internat. & Old City
Overview
This experience is truly unique, offering a level of personalization that is unparalleled. We have taken care of every detail to ensure that your day in Geneva is nothing short of unforgettable. As one of the world's most beautiful cities (ranked as the 6th best city to live in), we want to give you an experience that lives up to this distinction. Not a single minute of your time will be wasted.
Our expert guide will lead you through International Geneva, followed by a visit to the secrets of the Old City (VIELLE VILLE), before concluding at the stunning waterfront. By the end of our journey together, you will feel like a true local.
We'll share fascinating facts, including records achieved here, and historical data about each point on the itinerary. We'll visit unique spots that are not on typical mass tours, giving you the opportunity to capture truly one-of-a-kind photos.
Our goal is for you to fall in love with the city and return time and time again. That's our promise to you!
Our expert guide will lead you through International Geneva, followed by a visit to the secrets of the Old City (VIELLE VILLE), before concluding at the stunning waterfront. By the end of our journey together, you will feel like a true local.
We'll share fascinating facts, including records achieved here, and historical data about each point on the itinerary. We'll visit unique spots that are not on typical mass tours, giving you the opportunity to capture truly one-of-a-kind photos.
Our goal is for you to fall in love with the city and return time and time again. That's our promise to you!
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water - We will make a quick stop to get bottled water or other beverages.
- Entry/Admission - Maison Tavel
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Quartier Generale Unhcr, rue de Montbrillant 94, Geneva 1202 Switzerland
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is the United Nations agency responsible for protecting refugees and persons displaced by persecution or conflict and promoting durable solutions to their situation.
Pass By: Palais des Nations, 14, Avenue de la Paix, Geneva 1211 Switzerland
Headquarters of the League of Nations until 1946. Today it is the European headquarters of the UN, and the second most important office of the organization after the New York headquarters.
Stop At: Broken Chair Sculpture, Place des Nations, Geneva 1202 Switzerland
Situated in the Place des Nations is the symbol of Geneva's dedication to peace and freedom. Made entirely of wood (12 meters high) is a tribute to the victims of anti-personnel mines.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: International Labour Office, Rte des Morillons 4, 1211 Genève, Switzerland
It is in charge of labor issues. Founded in 1919, by virtue of the Treaty of Versailles with the aim of achieving the worldwide expansion of workers' rights.
Pass By: Av. Appia 20, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
A UN agency specialized in managing global health prevention, promotion and intervention policies. It was initially organized by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, which promoted the drafting of the first statutes of the WHO. The first meeting of this organization took place in Geneva in 1948.
Pass By: International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent, Av. de la Paix 17, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
We will pass in front of one of the unique museums in the world. The work of the Red Cross, founded in Geneva, earned it 3 Nobel Peace Prizes in the 20th century.
Stop At: Chambesy, Chambesy
We will enjoy the view from a beautiful high point in the commune of Pregny-Chambesy. It will allow us to appreciate the Alps including the majestic Mont Blanc as well as Lake Geneva from its western shore. Perfect spot for beautiful photos.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Musée Ariana, Av. de la Paix 10, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
The Ceramic and Glass Museum contains nearly 20, 000 objects from the last 1, 200 years.
Pass By: Palais Wilson, Quai Wilson 47, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Named in honor of American president Woodrow Wilson who played a leading role in the founding of the League of Nations. It is the current headquarters of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. It was also the headquarters of the League of Nations from 1920 until it moved to the Palais des Nations in 1936.
Stop At: Manor Geneve, Route de Corvanin, 6, Geneva 1201 Switzerland
We will stop at the Biggest Flagship Store in Geneva for a short refreshment break. And of course we will visit their complete "Swiss Chocolate Corner". From here we will resume the tour, this time on foot.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Victorinox Flagship Store Geneve, Rue du Marché 2, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
We will have the opportunity to purchase a CUSTOMIZED original Swiss Army Knife or a beautiful Swiss watch. What better souvenir of your trip to Switzerland?
On the beautiful Rue de Marché, we will visit one of the few Victorinox flagship stores in the world. The iconic Swiss brand is 138 years old and its history is unique.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Place de Neuve, Pl. de Neuve, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
We will admire from Place de Neuve the Opera House - Grand Théâtre, the Geneva Conservatory of Music, the Bust of Henry Dunant (founder of the Red Cross), the old city wall and the beautiful entrance to the Parc des Bastions; our next stop.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Reformation Wall - Paul Landowski, Prom. des Bastions 1, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
Inside the Parc des Bastions is the International Monument of the Reformation, generally known as REFORMATION WALL. Its large dimensions of approximately 99 meters long and 9 meters high, is attached to a part of the ancient walls built in the XVI century and surrounded the city until the XIX century.
Pays tribute to the movement's most relevant figures: Jean Calvin, Guillaume Farel, Théodore de Bèze and John Knox.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Banc de la Treille, rampe de la Treille 5, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
A curious corner in Geneva is this huge green bench of 120 meters long, built in 1767 - Guinness record as the largest bench in the world. Its location is privileged, above the Parc des Bastions and precisely at the entrance of the old city. It is an elevated point with excellent views. Another ideal place to take nice pictures.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Maison Tavel, Rue du Puits-Saint-Pierre 6, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
We will make an obligatory stop at this beautiful historic building. The Maison Tavel is just a few meters from our previous stop, in the heart of the old town, the oldest private residence in Geneva still standing!
Unique testimony of medieval architecture in Switzerland. Destroyed by fire in 1334, the Tavels, a family of Geneva nobles, rebuilt it, giving the house its character of an urban palace. After passing through the hands of several influential families over the centuries, the City of Geneva acquired the house in 1963 and undertook an incredible restoration.
This small museum, on its 6 floors, illustrates the urban development of the city, as well as various aspects of the daily life of the former inhabitants of Geneva.
Time will not allow us to visit each floor, but we will have the opportunity to enjoy the largest model of the whole of Switzerland (approx. 30 m2): LE RELIEF MAGNIN. A spectacular reconstruction of Geneva before the demolition of its fortifications in 1850.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, Cour St-Pierre, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
The protestant cathedral of Saint-Pierre de Genève has been the main protestant church of Geneva since 1535. Before that, it was the cathedral church of the bishop of Geneva for a thousand years (from the end of the fourth century). It was last rebuilt between the 11th and 15th centuries, with a portal dating from the 18th century. This cathedral is placed under the invocation of St. Peter the Apostle and was originally named "Saint-Pierre-ès-liens" (in reference to the Roman basilica).
In July 2009, Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Geneva was included in the list of honor "of European heritage" because of its important historical-cultural value for European history.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Place du Molard, Pl. du Molard, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
The Molard Tower (1591) with the Halles building (1690) are a must during your visit to Geneva. Today it is a square surrounded by the world's largest retail brands, and gathers locals and tourists every day. Close to the Rue de Rhone, a luxurious street where you will find the stores of the most important watch and design brands in the world.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Flower Clock, Quai du Général-Guisan 28, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
One of the most typical places to take a souvenir photo in Geneva. On the shore of Lac Leman in the English Garden is this incredible clock, surrounded by a beautiful flower garden that changes design periodically. It is the only clock that changes colors throughout the year.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Monument National, promenade du Lac 2, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
Monumento de conmemoración de la Unión de Ginebra a la Confederación Suiza tras la restauración de la República en 1814. Las estatuas de Ginebra y Helvetia representadas como dos mujeres guerreras que se juntan en un abrazo. Ambas portan hermosos uniformes de guerra, coronas, espadas y escudos con los símbolos propios.
Duration: 5 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Quartier Generale Unhcr, rue de Montbrillant 94, Geneva 1202 Switzerland
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is the United Nations agency responsible for protecting refugees and persons displaced by persecution or conflict and promoting durable solutions to their situation.
Pass By: Palais des Nations, 14, Avenue de la Paix, Geneva 1211 Switzerland
Headquarters of the League of Nations until 1946. Today it is the European headquarters of the UN, and the second most important office of the organization after the New York headquarters.
Stop At: Broken Chair Sculpture, Place des Nations, Geneva 1202 Switzerland
Situated in the Place des Nations is the symbol of Geneva's dedication to peace and freedom. Made entirely of wood (12 meters high) is a tribute to the victims of anti-personnel mines.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: International Labour Office, Rte des Morillons 4, 1211 Genève, Switzerland
It is in charge of labor issues. Founded in 1919, by virtue of the Treaty of Versailles with the aim of achieving the worldwide expansion of workers' rights.
Pass By: Av. Appia 20, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
A UN agency specialized in managing global health prevention, promotion and intervention policies. It was initially organized by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, which promoted the drafting of the first statutes of the WHO. The first meeting of this organization took place in Geneva in 1948.
Pass By: International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent, Av. de la Paix 17, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
We will pass in front of one of the unique museums in the world. The work of the Red Cross, founded in Geneva, earned it 3 Nobel Peace Prizes in the 20th century.
Stop At: Chambesy, Chambesy
We will enjoy the view from a beautiful high point in the commune of Pregny-Chambesy. It will allow us to appreciate the Alps including the majestic Mont Blanc as well as Lake Geneva from its western shore. Perfect spot for beautiful photos.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Musée Ariana, Av. de la Paix 10, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
The Ceramic and Glass Museum contains nearly 20, 000 objects from the last 1, 200 years.
Pass By: Palais Wilson, Quai Wilson 47, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Named in honor of American president Woodrow Wilson who played a leading role in the founding of the League of Nations. It is the current headquarters of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. It was also the headquarters of the League of Nations from 1920 until it moved to the Palais des Nations in 1936.
Stop At: Manor Geneve, Route de Corvanin, 6, Geneva 1201 Switzerland
We will stop at the Biggest Flagship Store in Geneva for a short refreshment break. And of course we will visit their complete "Swiss Chocolate Corner". From here we will resume the tour, this time on foot.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Victorinox Flagship Store Geneve, Rue du Marché 2, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
We will have the opportunity to purchase a CUSTOMIZED original Swiss Army Knife or a beautiful Swiss watch. What better souvenir of your trip to Switzerland?
On the beautiful Rue de Marché, we will visit one of the few Victorinox flagship stores in the world. The iconic Swiss brand is 138 years old and its history is unique.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Place de Neuve, Pl. de Neuve, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
We will admire from Place de Neuve the Opera House - Grand Théâtre, the Geneva Conservatory of Music, the Bust of Henry Dunant (founder of the Red Cross), the old city wall and the beautiful entrance to the Parc des Bastions; our next stop.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Reformation Wall - Paul Landowski, Prom. des Bastions 1, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
Inside the Parc des Bastions is the International Monument of the Reformation, generally known as REFORMATION WALL. Its large dimensions of approximately 99 meters long and 9 meters high, is attached to a part of the ancient walls built in the XVI century and surrounded the city until the XIX century.
Pays tribute to the movement's most relevant figures: Jean Calvin, Guillaume Farel, Théodore de Bèze and John Knox.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Banc de la Treille, rampe de la Treille 5, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
A curious corner in Geneva is this huge green bench of 120 meters long, built in 1767 - Guinness record as the largest bench in the world. Its location is privileged, above the Parc des Bastions and precisely at the entrance of the old city. It is an elevated point with excellent views. Another ideal place to take nice pictures.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Maison Tavel, Rue du Puits-Saint-Pierre 6, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
We will make an obligatory stop at this beautiful historic building. The Maison Tavel is just a few meters from our previous stop, in the heart of the old town, the oldest private residence in Geneva still standing!
Unique testimony of medieval architecture in Switzerland. Destroyed by fire in 1334, the Tavels, a family of Geneva nobles, rebuilt it, giving the house its character of an urban palace. After passing through the hands of several influential families over the centuries, the City of Geneva acquired the house in 1963 and undertook an incredible restoration.
This small museum, on its 6 floors, illustrates the urban development of the city, as well as various aspects of the daily life of the former inhabitants of Geneva.
Time will not allow us to visit each floor, but we will have the opportunity to enjoy the largest model of the whole of Switzerland (approx. 30 m2): LE RELIEF MAGNIN. A spectacular reconstruction of Geneva before the demolition of its fortifications in 1850.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, Cour St-Pierre, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
The protestant cathedral of Saint-Pierre de Genève has been the main protestant church of Geneva since 1535. Before that, it was the cathedral church of the bishop of Geneva for a thousand years (from the end of the fourth century). It was last rebuilt between the 11th and 15th centuries, with a portal dating from the 18th century. This cathedral is placed under the invocation of St. Peter the Apostle and was originally named "Saint-Pierre-ès-liens" (in reference to the Roman basilica).
In July 2009, Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Geneva was included in the list of honor "of European heritage" because of its important historical-cultural value for European history.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Place du Molard, Pl. du Molard, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
The Molard Tower (1591) with the Halles building (1690) are a must during your visit to Geneva. Today it is a square surrounded by the world's largest retail brands, and gathers locals and tourists every day. Close to the Rue de Rhone, a luxurious street where you will find the stores of the most important watch and design brands in the world.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Flower Clock, Quai du Général-Guisan 28, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
One of the most typical places to take a souvenir photo in Geneva. On the shore of Lac Leman in the English Garden is this incredible clock, surrounded by a beautiful flower garden that changes design periodically. It is the only clock that changes colors throughout the year.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Monument National, promenade du Lac 2, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
Monumento de conmemoración de la Unión de Ginebra a la Confederación Suiza tras la restauración de la República en 1814. Las estatuas de Ginebra y Helvetia representadas como dos mujeres guerreras que se juntan en un abrazo. Ambas portan hermosos uniformes de guerra, coronas, espadas y escudos con los símbolos propios.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Kelly_H
October 2022
Alfonso was an excellent host for the day. He communicated well on a last minute pick-up change for me, was very knowledgeable of history and culture and made the trip super fun!
Alfonso was an excellent host for the day. He communicated well on a last minute pick-up change for me, was very knowledgeable of history and culture and made the trip super fun!aneilj2019
October 2022
If you're solo, short stay in Geneva, have a few hours and want to discover a few sights of interest and learn bit history. This tour is your very best option. There is no unfriendly unfamiliar bus and bus stops, annoying piture taking tourists to content with. What you get a charming and bri...
If you're solo, short stay in Geneva, have a few hours and want to discover a few sights of interest and learn bit history. This tour is your very best option. There is no unfriendly unfamiliar bus and bus stops, annoying piture taking tourists to content with. What you get a charming and brilliant man of the city that's more than a city guide. Efficient pick up at your hotel and you are in safe and secured care of Mr. Augusto. You will taken to most o the main places of interests such as thr famous nations square, the big broken chair, headquarters of the UN, Lake Geneva, Reformation Wall, cathedral St Peter, Jet d'Eau, and iconic Flower Clock. There are moments to get refreshments and spot of souvenirs shopping. So it is an endless on going stop to the next? No, Augusto tries to tailor the experience for his clients. The info and experience is what you want...trust me book this tour. Bus tours are fine...but you want a special moment, to connect with a very large place, in a short time with treasured memories this is the best.Maria Veronica E
August 2022
The tour was really complete and we had an amazing time, Augusto told us so many amazing facts about Geneva. It was complete and fun, we got to really appreciate Geneva. We loved this tour and we absolutely recommend it!!!!
The tour was really complete and we had an amazing time, Augusto told us so many amazing facts about Geneva. It was complete and fun, we got to really appreciate Geneva. We loved this tour and we absolutely recommend it!!!!Igor_F
May 2023
We had a fantastic tour. Augusto is amazing and very knowledgeable guide. He touched on several subjects that I had no idea related to Geneva. He definitely made us all fell special about the city. I will recommend this tour to all my friends who we going to visit the city .
We had a fantastic tour. Augusto is amazing and very knowledgeable guide. He touched on several subjects that I had no idea related to Geneva. He definitely made us all fell special about the city. I will recommend this tour to all my friends who we going to visit the city .Linyu_Y
November 2022
The operator gave me an excellent one-to-one guidance in the heart of city of Geneva. He was courteous, professional and very knowledgeable.
The operator gave me an excellent one-to-one guidance in the heart of city of Geneva. He was courteous, professional and very knowledgeable.Nitish P
October 2022
Augusto and the tour was amazing. His passion for the city, it's history and his genuine desire to connect and form meaningful relationships really came through. I highly recommend his tour.
Augusto and the tour was amazing. His passion for the city, it's history and his genuine desire to connect and form meaningful relationships really came through. I highly recommend his tour.