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5 hours
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Dubbed the ‘Venice of the Alps,’ the French town of Annecy is a feast for the eyes (and all the other senses, really). Board a coach in Geneva for an easy 1-hour drive to this romantic village at the base of the snowcapped Alps. Follow your guide on a brief introduction of charming Annecy Old Town to visit iconic Palais de l'Isle, Château d’Annecy and glittering Lake Annecy, the third-largest lake in France. Afterward, you'll have 1.5 hours to spend as you please in this storybook Alpine town.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
Tour is operated in English and French unless otherwise specified
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Important: in July and August for the 2:15pm option, there is not guide but audio guide
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Return trip in coach
Air-conditioned vehicle
Free time for shopping
Guide for more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups
45 minutes Guided Walking Tour
Food and drinks
Entrance fees (Chateau d'Annecy: 12 euros)
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Lake Annecy
Pass by Lake Annecy, the purest lake of Europe.
391 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Katherine M,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
Easy to find the pick up/drop off location. Bus was very comfortable for the one-hour bus ride each way. Guide was informative. Plenty of restaurants, shops, outdoor activities/walks and sights to occupy your three hours of meandering before getting back on the bus and returning to Geneva. Wish I could go back for a longer stay. It was relaxing.
Caitlin J,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
Annecy is worth the visit. Whether you do it with this tour is worth putting some thought into. On the one hand, I didn’t have to think or plan much, and it allowed me more time in Geneva. On the other, it wasn’t enough time if you happen to fall in love with it or you want to enjoy a relaxed meal or visit more than one museum. Things to note: The bus may be too cold, bring a jacket There is an Italian influence/history in this town, and some museums and shops close from noon to 2pm. Plan accordingly. Unfortunately this tour left you in town during a chunk of that period. Public restrooms are bare bones in many parts of France, including this town, and you will need to bring your own TP. If you walk too far along the canals, you will reach the spot where drug dealers and addicts hang out. Overall, this tour was worth it for me, but I wish I had had more information before I left. Plan a full day on your own if you want to shop and eat at a leisurely pace. Also walking around…it’s completely gorgeous. I enjoyed learning more about the Savoy history from our guide.
Lori L,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
Nice guide, no real interaction with the driver. We got just enough information and and tour time with our guide that it was pleasant. And it was really appreciated then to have a designated amount of time to explore on our own. I also appreciated that for the most part the return of home was quiet so we could nap. I definitely would recommend it and do it again.
Zoran N,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
Very nice old town, fully touristic, with nice lake nestled in a foot of the mountains. Walkable. It takes 3-3,5 hrs to circle around, enjoy a slow drink and just not be in a hurry.
Robin B,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
What a beautiful city/village. You have a combination of old and modern but one does not impose upon the other. The lake was fantastic. Very quaint walks along the lake.
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