Swiss Riviera

Highlights

On the northern coast of the crystal clear Lake Geneva, the most respectable resort Swiss Riviera has spread its luxurious possessions. Due to its very good location among the caring Alpine mountains, the climate here is mild and comfortable, and at the very edge of the lake it is almost subtropical, so the embankments are often planted with palm trees, and the surrounding hills are given over to vineyards. We will start our journey with a visit to Chillon Castle, built by the Dukes of Savoy in the 12th-13th century. The combination of natural conditions and structural features allowed the castle to control the strategically important road from Northern Europe to Southern Europe that ran between the lake and the mountains. Today Chillon Castle is the most visited historical monument in Switzerland. The heart of the Swiss Riviera is Montreux, just walk along its flowering promenade, recognized as one of the most luxurious in all of Europe. Every summer Montreux hosts participants and guests of the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival. The Queen and Freddie Mercury bought Mountain Studios here and recorded many of their musical hits. Now part of the studio space has been turned into a unique Queen: The Studio Experience museum. The neighboring town of Vevey is also full of important historical events and celebrities. It is here that the headquarters of the world's largest food manufacturer Nestle is based and located. The great Charlie Chaplin lived on the outskirts of Vevey for the last 25 years of his life. The modern museum next to the mansion of the outstanding actor is one of the most visited in all of Switzerland. The highlight of your Swiss Riviera trip will be visiting the 830 hectares of terraced slopes of the Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The first grape terraces date back to the 11th century when the area was controlled by Benedictine and Cistercian monasteries. Prices & Payment: Entrance fees to the Chillon Castle and Chaplin's world museum are included in the price. Up to 2 travelers - CHF 400 Up to 4 travelers - CHF 600 Up to 7 travelers - CHF 900 Up to 16 travelers - CHF 1800 We will greet you at the lobby of your accommodation in Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, Interlaken, Neuchatel, Zermatt, Vevey, and Montreux. The static prices for the excursions provide in CHF (Swiss Francs). The services' costs can be paid in Euros or USD as well. All prices are quoted including VAT. The Tour Price is due at the time of booking.