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Montreux

Private Gruyères Castle,Cheese and Chocolate Tour

You will be enchanted by this private tour to the charming and picturesque medieval town of Gruyères, the most beautiful town in Western Switzerland. The town has given its name to the area and to its delicious cheese. Explore the small town that has been unaffected by the passage of time since the middle ages, built in a superb setting in the Fribourg Alps. Visit one of the most beautiful medieval castles in Switzerland, a walk through 8 centuries.

Learn all about the secrets of Swiss cheese and chocolate during a visit to both factories nearby, and, of course, more importantly, enjoy tasting them!

Lunch will be on your own, a chance to enjoy the best cheese Fondue or Raclette in Switzerland, amongst other local specialities.

Private 8 hour excursion

Half day Montreux architectural walking tour

If you are interested in architecture, Montreux certainly has a lot to offer.

The variety of styles, from Belle Epoque grandeur, to the decorative Art Nouveau features, on buildings constructed in the early 20th century when the town was a tourist hot spot.

We will also visit two villages - vieux (old) Montreux and Veytaux - perched up on the hills, with their cobbled streets, fountains, traditional farm buildings, and hidden paths. Montreux has a plethora of different styles of architecture to discover.

These are best viewed as part of a walking tour during which you will be encouraged to look up to see all the interesting architectural features which often go unnoticed.

From Belle Epoque palaces to old villages

Vevey, a picturesque town on the shores of Lake Geneva, is famously home to Nestlé's global headquarters. The company’s founder, Henri Nestlé, revolutionized baby food in the 19th century by creating a milk-based infant formula. His partner, Daniel Peter,  used Nestlé innovative product and made history himself by inventing milk chocolate we all love nowdays. 

The town is also closely associated with Charlie Chaplin, who spent his final 25 years at Manoir de Ban, a beautiful estate overlooking Lake Geneva, where he enjoyed the tranquility and breathtaking scenery.  Today, his legacy in Vevey is celebrated at Chaplin's World, a museum dedicated to his life and work, offering visitors a glimpse into his personal and professional life. 
Vevey celebrates its deep wine-making traditions with the Fête des Vignerons, a once-in-a-generation festival honoring the local vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 

Explore the town where the milk chocolate was invented! 

Discover the highlights of Vevey - private walking tour 

I invite you for a picturesque walk through Lavaux, the Switzerland's largest contiguous vineyard area with almost one thousand-year history. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lavaux wine region is famous for its unique landscape, long traditions and absolutely stunning views!

Stretched on 32 km. between Lausanne and Montreux, this region is the most instagrammable location on the Lake Geneve shore.

Apart from enjoying the atmosphere and the scenery, you will learn the history of the region, the varieties of grapes that are grown here, the local wine’s characteristics and why only around 1% of Swiss wine is exported.

And for a complete immersion in the Lavaux charm you will visit the local winery for a wine tasting! 

Please note, the tour is roughly 4 km in length and it is mainly hilly. Comfortable foot wear and a bottle of water are strongly advised

Since the local wineries are not open for public every day, kindly ask you to get in touch with me before requesting the tour.

Immerse yourself in the history of Lavaux terraced vineyards and try local wine, enjoying the views on lake Geneve and the Alps

Lavaux vineyards: unique Swiss wine among stunning views

Get to know everything about Swiss cheese and see that same pastoral Switzerland!

Gruyère has an amazing concentration of medieval architecture. With that, there is no feeling of a lifeless museum, on the contrary, you’ll find yourself in a real ancient Switzerland with it’s ringing cow bells, green meadows and.. the smell of aromatic cheese around!

What to expect:

•	Nice walk through the medieval town and around the 13th century Gruyere Castle with charming views, which you may visit by wish. 
•	Gruyère cheese factory visit. Here you will get to know how the process of producing the famous Gruyère cheese is look like and will taste 3 pieces of different varieties of local cheese. 
•	Giger's Bar, designed by the famous designer Hans Giger, the creator of the images for the movie “Aliens”. 
•	Lunch (optional). For a total immersion in this Swiss cheese paradise, I'll book a table in one of the local restaurants to let you try the famous fondue.


 Idyllic landscapes of pastoral Switzerland and the most delicious cheese

Gruyère, the medival cheese capital of Switzerland

Indulge in a delightful journey through Lausanne, where Swiss chocolate and history blend into a unique and immersive experience. Perfect for history buffs and chocolate lovers alike, it offers a sweet and cultural exploration of Lausanne’s past and present.

This private guided tour takes you through the picturesque streets of Lausanne's old town, uncovering the fascinating stories behind its ancient landmarks, from the majestic Lausanne Cathedral to the charming Place de la Palud. 

Along the way, we'll stop at some of the city's finest chocolatiers to taste the world-renowned Swiss chocolate, learn about the craftsmanship and tradition that make it so special. You’ll discover the origins of chocolate in Switzerland and how it became an iconic part of the nation’s identity.

Discover Lausanne through its sweet history!

Chocolate&History Tour of Lausanne 

Private Wine tour in the UNESCO Lavaux Vineyards

Come on a private tour into the spectacular Unesco World Heritage site of the Lavaux vineyards, stretching out over 830 hectares. Learn all about and taste some of our Swiss wines, (one of our best kept secrets!)which were first planted by the Romans in the 2nd century.
If the weather permits, we can take a walk into the vineyards before visiting the Vinorama museum where a short film shows us the typical year of a local wine-maker and explains about our local speciality grape variety: chasselas. A light, lime-blossomed, mineral flavoured variety that we drink as an aperitif wine, with fresh fish from the lake or with local cheese dishes. We only export 1% of our production so you must taste our wines during your stay!

A half day tour to discover and taste Swiss Wines.

Montreux Half day walking tour - literary and musical heritage

Montreux and the Swiss Riviera have inspired many writers who have either passed through or lived here, from Rousseau, Tolstoy, to Byron, Nabokov and Hemingway.

Its musical influence is equally important with composers such as Stravinski, Tchaikovsly and more recently David Bowie and of course Freddie Mercury, not forgetting Deep Purple and their famous song "Smoke on the Water".

Montreux still celebrates its musical background annually with the Montreux Jazz Festival which is in its 53rd year and the Septembre Musical, a week of classical concerts that attracts orchestras from around the world.

The best time to do this tour would be in the morning during the jazz festival from July 3 to July 18, 2020.

Writers and musicians have been inspired by Montreux

This is a wonderful cosmopolitan city, where the narrow old streets of the historic center harmoniously combine with new modern quarters, and the views on the Lake Geneva and the Alps will touch your heart. 
During our walk you'll get to know the history of Lausanne, will see its hidden gems and will discover interesting facts about celebrities living here, Coco Chanel and David Bowie being among  them!


Lausanne is a unique city on the shores of Lake Geneve with a special resort flair. You will walk through its streets and admire the medieval architecture of the Old Town

Lausanne, the Olympic Capital, its charm and history

Take a private tour to learn all about the history and culture of the charming town of Montreux, the Swiss Riviera, famous for its beautiful flora, due to the benefits of the special micro-climate we enjoy.
We will stroll along the lake shores where the summer Jazz Festival takes place, see the Freddie Mercury statue and the majestic 13th century Chillon Castle, (the most visited monument in the whole of Switzerland and inspiration to numerous poets, novelists and artists over the past 300 years), on our way up to the old town to appreciate stunning views over the lake and pass by the oldest house in Montreux, dating back to the 16th century.

2 hour walking tour

Private Montreux City Tour

Discover an unexpected walks in a beautiful gorge above Montreux.

We will start by visiting the old town of Montreux and walk up to through the gorge to Glion, maybe have a break in the historic Hotel Victoria a former palace, still decorated in a somewhat colonial style, with stunning views over the lake. We will continue downhill towards Montreux or the village of Veytaux, depending on the time and weather. Then the walk will take you along the lake past buildings of interest to the centre of Montreux, the market place and possibly a couple of the Belle Epoque hotels. I'll explain Montreux's musical legacy and general history.

A certain level of fitness is required as the walk has some steep uphill parts. Hiking boots necessary. If the weather is wet or the conditions too slippery due to previous rainfall, we will do some of this walk on tarmac, taking in the same places.

Off the beaten track to a beautiful gorge, Half Day Walking Tour

Montreux Gorge, Villages, lakeside

Private Lausanne and Geneva City Tour (8hrs)

Travel along the north shore of the lake on a private tour to visit the Roman town of Lausanne, the capital of the Vaud county and home to the International Olympic Committee with its beautiful gothic cathedral, pedestrian old town, shopping streets and port of Ouchy. After our walking tour of Lausanne, we will continue along to the end of the lake to discover the cosmopolitan town of Geneva, full of history and a paradise for shoppers, as well as headquarters to over 200 international organisations including the United Nations, Red Cross and World Health Organisation. Our walking tour will take us from the renowned water fountain, via the luxury shopping area up to the Cathedral in the old town and the Reformation wall in the Bastion Park. Visiting the famous Patek Philippe watch museum or the Red Cross are optional possibilities, entrance fees are not included. Lunch can be arranged according to your wishes, (not included).

Discover the beautiful cities of Lausanne and Geneva

Visit Vevey, the old Roman town of Vibiscum, with the biggest market place in Europe and home to Charlie Chaplin, Swiss chocolate and Nestlé, during a private tour.
We will take a local electric bus (15 min) or train ride (6 min) from Montreux along the lake side to discover this pretty, cultural town, the cobbled pedestrian streets and the lakeside promenade.
Vevey is host to the famous Wine Grower's Festival, which only takes place every 20 to 25 years, and has a colourful local market on Tuesday and Saturday.
We will return again to Montreux by bus or train.

3 hour visit on foot and local bus or train

Private Vevey City Tour

Enjoy visiting the beautiful cities of Vevey and Montreux, the Swiss Riviera with a private guide walking tour.

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