5 hours
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English
Overview
Depart from a centrally located Geneva pickup point in an air-conditioned coach and embark on a scenic journey across the Switzerland-France border. Gaze at the snow-capped spires of the Alps as your guide sets the historical scene of Annecy, a medieval town shrouded in legend.
As you approach, marvel at the emerald waterways that weave their way around the town hailed as the "Venice of the Alps;" appreciate the picturesque tableau of colorful houses decorated with flower-filled balconies, and set out on a short orientation tour of the town, exploring the Old Town and its charming collection of monuments. Capture photographs beside the renowned Palais de l’Isle, a 12th-century island fortress, and absorb sweeping city vistas from its vertiginous vantage point.
Venture to Château d’Annecy, a grand castle whose hilltop perch affords more impressive panoramas, and peruse the interesting exhibits housed in its museum. See models of Alpine chalets and informative panels on the history of Lake Annecy.
Enjoy some leisurely free time to eat lunch and then explore the town independently for the remainder of your tour.
After thoroughly exploring Annecy, reconvene with your guide and group and relax during the journey back to Geneva.
Operated by
Keytours (Switzerland)
Ratings & Reviews
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We enjoyed our tour to...
Kelly_C, Aug 2026
We enjoyed our tour to Annecy. Cute little town. We ate ice cream and shopped. This is in France so bring Euros.
We needed more time than...
Anne_D, Jul 2026
We needed more time than was allowed. We stayed an extra 3 hours and took the Blabla bus back to Geneva.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Anne, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time so much that you decided to extend your stay and return to Geneva later. Our tour is advertised as a half-day excursion, with the duration clearly indicated before booking. The schedule is designed to provide enough time to discover the destination while allowing guests to return to Geneva within half a day. We understand that some visitors would like to spend even more time exploring, which is why many guests, like yourself, choose to stay longer and return independently using public transportation or other services. Thank you again for your comments, and we hope to welcome you on another Keytours Switzerland experience in the future. Best regards, The Keytours Switzerland Team
Great tour
Scott_L, Jul 2026
Nice bus to and from, Gabriel our tour guide was great, a short guided tour and then 2 hours to wander and find lunch.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Scott, Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the comfortable bus journey and that Gabriel made your experience even more enjoyable. His knowledge and enthusiasm are greatly appreciated by our guests, and we'll be sure to share your kind words with him. We're also glad you enjoyed having free time to explore at your own pace and discover the local area. Thank you for choosing Keytours Switzerland. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon! Best regards, The Keytours Switzerland Team
Short tour for old town...
Sophia_N, Jul 2026
Short tour for old town annecy - good to spend time in the market and eat French fare Not comparable to Venice, Venice is much nicer
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review, Sophia. We're glad you enjoyed exploring Annecy's charming Old Town, visiting the market, and sampling the local French cuisine. Annecy and Venice each offer a very different experience, and we appreciate your perspective. We hope you still came away with some wonderful memories of your day in the "Venice of the Alps." Thank you for choosing Key Tours, and we hope to welcome you on another excursion in the future.
Itinerary
KeyTours S.A.
Meet your guide in our office
10 minutesLake Annecy
Pass by Lake Annecy, the purest lake of Europe.
Annecy
After an hour journey, you'll arrive in Annecy, dubbed the ‘Venice of the Alps'. Follow your guide on a 1-hour walking tour of charming Annecy Old Town.
1 hourPalais de l'Ile
Take this opportunity to snap some pictures of the iconic Palais de l’Isle, a 12th century castle that's a symbol of the town, and the dominating castle of Annecy, once the residence of the Bishop of Geneva.
Musee-Chateau d'Annecy
You'll pass the 12th century castle, now a museum.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 45 minutes Guided Walking Tour ( if option selected)
- Return trip in coach
- Flexible return
- Free time for shopping
- Guide for more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Chateau d'Annecy
Additional Information
- 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
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.