Geneva & Annecy Weekend: Chocolatiers and Pearls of the Alps

Flights and transfers aren't included, so you're free to choose your own travel times and routes. Geneva is accessible by plane or train from all over Europe. From the airport, the Léman Express will whisk you to Annemasse in just 15 minutes. Accommodation will be in Annemasse, a strategic base between Switzerland and France. Time to drop those backpacks, break the ice, and get to know each other during the Welcome Meeting: we'll discover who our adventure buddies will be amidst chocolatiers and alpine lakes.

Fancy a drink to kick off the weekend? You bet! Right after, we'll dive into the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the Franco-Swiss border with a welcome beverage. Amidst chats, laughter, and clinking glasses, our alpine weekend officially begins.

Get ready: Swiss chocolate, romantic canals, and breathtaking views await. The best is yet to come!

Wake up to an Alpine view! After breakfast, we'll head to Annecy, ready to explore one of Europe's most romantic cities. We'll kick things off with a visit to the Château d'Annecy, perched on the hill: from the top, breathtaking panoramas of the colorful rooftops and the turquoise lake will leave you speechless, so get your cameras ready! Then, we'll wander down into the Vieille Ville for our included crêpe (sweet or savory) at a typical local crêperie. Enjoy it while sitting by the picturesque Palais de l'Île, suspended over the crystal-clear water: pure Savoyard magic.

In the afternoon, a romantic stroll awaits at the Pont des Amours and some relaxation on the shores of Europe's purest lake. For the more active: try stand-up paddleboarding, a pedal boat, or kayaking on the transparent waters, or enjoy some free time to get lost among artisan boutiques and postcard-perfect scenes that look like they're straight out of a movie. We'll head back to Annemasse in the evening, with hearts full of unforgettable memories. Tomorrow? Geneva awaits us again!

Last day of cosmopolitan elegance! After breakfast, we'll use the daily public transport ticket to catch the Léman Express: in just 25 minutes, we're in the heart of Geneva. We'll start with a stroll through the historic chocolatiers of the old town, where the aroma of artisanal Swiss chocolate fills the cobblestone streets. Here, every boutique tells a centuries-old tradition of excellence – impossible to resist a taste! Then comes the most iconic moment: we'll hop aboard the Mouettes Genevoises, the famous yellow boats that cross the lake. With the included pass, we'll glide across the water, passing close to the majestic Jet d'Eau, the city's iconic fountain soaring 140 meters high. Seeing Geneva from the water is an unforgettable experience, with the Alps in the background and the elegance of the shore reflecting in the blue. Our alpine weekend is coming to an end, but the memories will last forever!