Top Geneva Outdoor Activities

Discover the allure of the European Alps on a full-day trip to Chamonix and Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe, from Geneva. With a guide, travel through the splendor of the countryside to Chamonix, a picturesque Alpine town. Upgrade options include ticket to ascend the Aiguille de Midi peak in a modern cable car; a scenic railway ride to Montenvers, home to Mer de Glace; and a French-style lunch in Chamonix.

Feast your eyes on the medieval monuments and colorful, half-timbered houses of Annecy on a half-day tour from Geneva. Admire the stunning Swiss countryside as you travel by air-conditioned coach to the French town considered by many to be the "Venice of the Alps." Take a guided tour of the quaint cobbled streets of Annecy and delve into the town’s rich history as you visit interesting landmarks like Palais de l’Isle and Château Annecy. Take a stroll on the shores of Lake Annecy and then spend the remaining tour time exploring the Alpine gem at your own leisure.

Enjoy an alternative sightseeing experience in Geneva, the city hailed as Switzerland’s cultural capital, on a tour by coach, tram, and boat. See the city’s most spectacular attractions from a variety of vantage points and delve into Geneva’s rich history with commentary from a professional guide. Cruise on a coach and see natural landmarks like Lake Geneva and the Geneva Water Fountain; stroll the Old Town and listen to intriguing commentary as you take a tram tour down winding backstreets.

Immerse yourself in the architectural beauty of Geneva and Annecy on a full-day tour of the stunning cities from Geneva. Begin your day with a panoramic sightseeing tour of Geneva on a luxury coach and admire top attractions like the charming Old Town and the Flower Clock. Opt to enjoy a tranquil Lake Geneva cruise and then cross the border over the France to see the visual delights of Annecy, an Alpine town shrouded in medieval history. Enjoy entertaining and educational commentary from a knowledgeable guide throughout this tour.

See Chamonix and Mont Blanc in just half a day on this excursion from Geneva. With a choice of a morning or afternoon departure, the experience is perfect if you’re short on time but still want to see mighty Mont Blanc from a classic French mountain town. Travel by coach from central Geneva, enjoy free time in Chamonix, and include a cable car or cogwheel train ride, if you wish. Numbers are capped at 15 people for a more intimate small-group trip.

Get acquainted with the spectacular sights of Geneva on this introductory sightseeing tour. Cruise the city in an air-conditioned coach and listen to captivating commentary from your knowledgeable guide as you see top city attractions. Marvel at the distinctive beauty of Jet d’Eau; gaze at the shimmering surface of Lake Geneva; and disembark for a leisurely walking tour around Geneva’s charming Old Town. Climb aboard the city’s quaint mini-train to discover landmarks like St Pierre Cathedral and the Palace of Nations.

Visit Chamonix in a way that suits you best with this customizable day trip from Geneva. Opt for a transfer-only option to reach the pretty French mountain town with minimum fuss direct from your hotel or select the full package option to also include tickets to the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Montenvers railway. Otherwise, splurge on the all-inclusive day trip that teams transport and tickets with lunch at one of Chamonix’s acclaimed restaurants.

There are many things for which Switzerland is famous—Alpine peaks and stylish watches to name but two—but chocolate surely trumps them all. On this tour, explore Geneva by land and water, delve into the decadent world of Swiss chocolate, and see this tasty treat in all its colorful guises. Discover artisan shops where chocolate is made the traditional way, and sample the delicious treats on offer.

Explore the mountainous majesty of Chamonix, a picturesque village nestled at the foot of the magnificent Mont Blanc, on a half- or full-day tour from Geneva. Cross the border between Switzerland and France in a vehicle and admire quaint Alpine villages as you travel. Explore the beautiful village of Chamonix independently and ascend to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi in a cable car if you opt for the full-day option. Choose to include a train ride up to the renowned Mer de Glace glacier when booking your tour.

Delve into the rich traditions and picturesque landscapes of Switzerland during a full-day train and coach trip from Geneva. Climb aboard a luxury coach and travel to the quaint village of Broc to sample divine chocolate made in a traditional factory. Head into the hills and visit the beautiful mountaintop town of Gruyeres to savor the rich flavor of renowned Gruyere cheese in a local dairy.

Take a steamboat cruise and see the Swiss cities of Lavaux and Montreux on this day trip from Geneva. Travel through the Swiss countryside, and visit Chaplin's World, a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin. Visit the Lavaux UNESCO-listed vineyards and take a guided tour of the opulent chambers of Château de Chillon, and cruise along Lake Geneva on an old steamer boat. Top off the day with time to explore Montreux before heading back to Geneva.

Combine a passion for chocolate and cheese on a full-day epicurean excursion from Geneva to Gruyères. With a gastronomic guide, travel through the Swiss countryside to the village of Gruyères to visit a chocolate factory and a cheese-making facility. Uncover the secrets behind their production during guided tours. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Geneva on this excursion sure to pleasure your palate.

Immerse yourself in Switzerland’s mountain-and-lake scenery on a full-day Glacier 3000 and Montreux trip from Geneva. Ride a cable car to Glacier 3000 (if option selected) at 10,000 feet (3,000 meters), and absorb the spectacular mountain views. Then, enjoy a glacier walk and optional activities (additional cost). Later, enjoy free time to explore Montreux, overlooking Lake Geneva. Round-trip transport, and cable car ticket to Glacier 3000 included.

Let the Alpine majesty of Switzerland seduce you on a spectacular 4-day tour that weaves through the rural beauty of Italy and Liechtenstein. From Zurich, venture to idyllic Alpine towns like St Moritz, Zermatt and Lugano and relish their stunning natural scenery. Cruise the shores of Italy’s luscious Lake Como; see the impressive historical monuments of Vaduz, Liechtenstein’s quaint capital; and marvel at the visual magnitude of Switzerland’s rolling countryside. Transportation by air-conditioned coach and overnight stays in 4-star hotels are included on the tour.

Discover natural beauty and spectacular scenery around majestic Mont Blanc on this 10-hour Chamonix sightseeing tour from Geneva. Take the Aiguille du Midi cable car to the top of the French Alps with a guide and discover a world where the snow never fully melts. Take in panoramic views over surrounding peaks such as the mighty Matterhorn in Switzerland. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local Chamonix restaurant. Then travel by traditional cogwheel railway up the steep mountainside to the Mer de Glace Glacier before returning to Geneva.

Ski in Chamonix on a hassle-free day trip from Geneva that includes everything you need to zip down the slopes with ease: ski rental, lift pass and transport. Choose the half-day pass to enjoy a ride on the Aiguille du Midi cable car plus an afternoon on the slopes. Or upgrade to the full-day pass for a full day of skiing. Both options cover Chamonix’s acclaimed Brevént or Grands Montets ski areas.

Book your Lake Geneva sightseeing cruise online, and have your ticket ready in hand to board at ease. Saving you time at the Mont-Blanc pier, this convenient option lets you focus on sightseeing without the stress. Download the audio guide to your cell phone before you depart, then relax as you cruise, learning all about Geneva from its celebrities to its sights.

Meeting by sunrise, we will stroll along the lake shores for 2 hours to enjoy the waterfowl of Lake Geneva. There are always many great birds to see. Also, depending on the time of the year, there can be great rarities as well as unusual spottings. The tour will end at the same meeting point.

Visit Les Diablerets at the Col du Pillon in the western Swiss Alps, and spend a day in the mountains with ease. From Geneva, you’ll travel by prebooked bus, stopping at Lausanne, Vevey, and Montreux as you go. In the mountain village itself, your time is your own to stroll amid authentic Swiss chalets or visit Glacier 3000 where alpine activities and a peak-to-peak footbridge await; just upgrade to include a ticket when you book.

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Explore the countryside outside of Geneva on this multi-stop day tour that includes Vevey, the Lavaux vineyards, and Montreux. There's no need to rent a car, and you can enjoy the pleasing scenery on the journey. Listen to insightful narrative as you travel on the area's history, culture, viniculture, and architecture.

Within 6 hours you will experience 2 countries, riding from Switzerland into France along the Arve river, 3 different modes of transport (cycling, cable car and short hike) and memorable views over Geneva and the Alps’ largest lake. Enjoy a delicious meal at the top of the Salève as you watch the sunset over Geneva and its lake before we transfer you back to Geneva at the end of your evening.

Explore the frozen witchery of the French Alps on a private day-trip to Chamonix, the most famous resort in France, and Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe, from Geneva. Cross the French-Swiss border and ascend to the summit of Aiguille du Midi for sweeping panoramas of the area's Alpine magnificence. Pleasure your palate with the gourmet offerings of a Michelin-starred restaurant in Chamonix and then feast your eyes on a picturesque tableau of countryside as you ride the renowned Montenvers Railway. Relish the freedom and flexibility of this private tour, on which the undivided attention of your guide is guaranteed.