Discover wonderful views of Switzerland, the Alps mountains and Geneva Lake. Your guide will meet you in the morning in a centrally located place in Chamonix. Ride your comfortable coach from Chamonix through the Arve Valley. Have a short stop in Geneva and continue through the Vaud countryside. You will make a photostop to see the highlight of Lausanne: the Olympic committee which was created by the Baron Pierrede Coubertin in 1896.
Continue to Vevey, and discover Chaplin’s World: a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the artistand the man. Embark on an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical world ofcinema. Prepare to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century through thesets of his greatest films at the Hollywood-style studio.
Next, enjoy a ride hrough the World heritage UNESCO protected site of Lavaux, also called “the Wine road”: a vineyard region with terraces. You will enjoy a break in the middle of the vines to taste some local products such as cheese, wine or grape juice. Just before lunch, explore Vevey city with the visit of Nestl□ headquarters, the covered market and finally get some free time to enjoy your lunch (not included).
In the afternoon, board an old steamer boat “Belle Epoque”, a cruise that will surprise you with the splendor of the landscape. You will arrive to the castle of Chillon, one of the most visited castles in Switzerland, built in the 11th century. This castle is situated on a small island in the far western end of Lake Geneva, between Montreux and Villeneuve. This romantic castle was long of strategic importance in controlling trade in the Lake Geneva region. The dungeons inspired Lord Byron.
Your last stop will be Montreux, a glamorous tourist resort. Feel the atmosphere of all the great artists who have visited this place such as Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, BB King, Ray Charles and many more… The emblem of the city is the statue of Freddie Mercury saying: “if you want peace of soul, you should come to Montreux”. This artist, who has lived several years in Montreux, recorded his last album with the group Queen, "Made in Heaven", in the Mountain Studios, located in the Montreux Casino. You will have the chance to visit Queen’s old studio record. You will also have time to wander through the streets full of fancy shops and landmarks of the famous jazz festival.
At the end of your tour, you will take the bus back to Chamonix.