Private tour in Montreux Clare K
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Clare K.
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My name is Clare. I am a private tour guide offering private tours in and around Montreux, the pearl of the Swiss Riviera, for over 20 years. There is so much history and culture in Switzerland to learn about, numerous places to visit, many fun activities to enjoy and delicious local specialities to taste. I'm very fortunate to live in Switzerland - the most beautiful country in the world with fabulous wines, cheeses and chocolate amongst other wonderful produce. The stunning views of the lakes and mountains will literally take your breath away! I grew up in England and moved here to Switzerland in 1984 to continue my career in skiing. I started tour guiding for a travel company in Montreux in 1987 and today, not only teach skiing in the winter, being a fully qualified Swiss Ski Instructor with Brevet Federal, but am an experienced tour guide, licensed member of ASGT, the Swiss Association of Tour Guides, guiding mainly private tours from April to December. I also give Swiss wine tastings and teach French and English during the year. In my spare time I enjoy most sports, particularly skiing, snow-boarding, mountain-biking, tennis, wake-boarding, wind-surfing, trampolining as well as cooking, travelling and reading. I adore meeting people and sharing my local knowledge and love of Switzerland with them in an interesting and informative way - it's always a pleasure to show and explain our country to visitors, and I want all of of my guests to have a fabulous time in Montreux and to share their unforgettable holiday memories with their friends and family on their return home. Apart from the tours I already offer, I will be more than happy to personalise your tour depending on your interests and desires, so please do not hesitate to ask me for your tailor-made tour! Maybe you would like to visit Chamonix, Zermatt, Interlaken or Bern during your stay? Maths and French A-levels City and Guilds Cookery Degree French Language and Civilisation certificate Fully qualified Swiss Snowsports Ski Instructor with Brevet Federal English teacher (TEFL) French teacher for Ski Morgins School since 1985 Licensed member of ASGT Swiss Tour Guide Association Professional TPP122 Driver General Culture,Tourism and Law SSSA Diploma Wine Representative Rouvinez/Imesch Vins since 1994 Guiding within Chillon castle is not allowed so audio-guides are recommended. Whilst I do have my Professional TPP122 Swiss driving licence to drive clients in my own car, a signed liability release waiver is still required for this service.
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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!
Clare was a fantastic guide! She was so knowledgeable about the Lavaux vineyard area, and curated the perfect tour for us. She also provided great recommendations for things to do in Montreux. I would definitely recommend Clare and Tours by Locals.
We had an amazing tour. Clare was so knowledgeable about the wines and history of Switzerland. We learned so much and enjoyed the scenic tour. The walk through the vineyards and wine tastings were a highlight of our trip. We highly recommend!
Wow, what an incredible day our group had touring this spectacular wine region. Clare was top notch. She customized our day and was so knowledgeable and friendly. I would not hesitate to book a tour and enjoy all the Lavaux valley has to offer. A special day that we will cherish!
Clare was amazing. Personable, knowledgeable, very friendly. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting to know more about the Swiss wine region and gave us great travel tips. Take her tour!
Claire is a wonderful guide. So nice and knowledgeable about wines and the area. You will thoroughly enjoy your time with her.
Claire was very helpful and informative. She provided great tips on local things to do. The walk through the vineyard was lovely and the wines tasted we enjoyed. Following Claire’s recommendations we had lunch in the Alimentarium, ate chocolate from the chocolate shop and enjoyed the Chaplin museum - a great day thank you finished off with a bottle of local wine with a delicious dinner at Caveau de Vignerons. Would recommend Claire as a guide
We will leave Montreux or Vevey either by local train or in a private limousine to reach the heart of the Lavaux vineyards. We can take a walk in the vineyards, (one of the top 12 most beautiful walks in the country!)and visit a local wine village dating back to Roman ages, before visiting the Vinorama museum. Here we will watch a 20 minute film all about the work involved in the vineyards, as well as the production of our delicious Swiss wines. After this we will discover and taste the wines - the best part of the excursion, before returning to your hotel.
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Transport by local bus and/or train, you may rent your own vehicule or be driven by me in my private car (Toyota Rav 4x4) at 1.- per km with a signed liability waiver. Some walking is also involved and can be adapted to personal wishes.
Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland
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