Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour
8 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Lyon, Chamonix, Annecy, Lake Geneva, Geneva, Thônes
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Experience the enchanting Lake Annecy with our 7-night tour, staying at the charming family-owned Les Grillons Hotel in Talloires. Delight in the stunning lake and mountain scenery, explore picturesque lakeside villages like Yvoire, and visit elegant spa towns such as Evian. Enjoy thrilling excursions to Chamonix with its cable cars and rack railways, and discover the historical allure of Annecy. The tour includes return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon, full coach touring, and a dedicated tour manager throughout. Unwind in the tranquil grounds of Les Grillons Hotel, renowned for its warm hospitality and superb homemade cuisine.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1:Travel By Eurostar From St Pancras Or To Lyon Via Lille.
Location: Lyon
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
On arrival, transfer by coach to Talloires (approx. 2 hours) and the Hotel Les Grillons.
Day 2: Full Day Tour To Chamonix.
Location: Chamonix
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A busy and cosmopolitan town, Chamonix sits at the foot of Mont Blanc surrounded by the best of mountain scenery – glaciers, snow-capped peaks and lush green meadows. It is the base for all mountain based activities, in summer and winter - for spectacular views take the Aiguille du Midi cable car up Mont Blanc itself, or, for those who aren’t big fans of heights, try the Montenvers rack railway which will take you to the foot of the Mer de Glace glacier.
Day 3:Full Day Tour To Annecy.
Location: Annecy
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
One of the most attractive and popular resorts in the French Alps, the town of Annecy sits on the banks of the lake surrounded by breath-taking alpine scenery. The imposing château on the hill and the Palais de l’Ile provide much historical interest, and you’ll find the canals and narrow passages of the 16th century old town enchanting, especially when the town’s many flowers are in bloom.
Day 4:A Full Day Free To Explore Or Relax At Your Leisure.
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:Full Day Tour To Lake Geneva, Évian And Yvoire.
Location: Lake Geneva
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The expanse of Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman to the French) forms a natural border between France and Switzerland. The awe-inspiring scenery and fine climate made the shores of the lake popular for health resorts the most well-known being Évian-les-Bains, where you can take a lovely stroll along the tree-lined waterfront. Take a bottle along to taste the famous water from the Source Cachat on the Avenue des Sources. Picturesque Yvoire is a lovely medieval village of narrow cobbled streets and stone houses sloping down to the edge of the water. The castle and two stone gateways date from the 14th century.
Day 6: Full Day Tour To Geneva.
Location: Geneva
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In terms of being international and cosmopolitan there aren’t many cities that can compare with Geneva. Its location is fantastic, strung along the shore of mountainbacked Lake Geneva, and it is the place that many international organisations choose to base their European headquarters – you may see the UN, WHO and Red Cross. The museums here are world class and the old town is wonderfully picturesque – heading up the 16th century St Peter’s Cathedral gives great views over the city, lake and mountains beyond.
Day 7: Full Day Visit To Thones, The Resistance Museum And Chateau De Menthon
Location: Thônes
Accommodation Name: Les Grillons Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we head to the town of Thones for a visit to the Resistance Museum which tells the story of the underground fighters in WWII and free time for exploration and a spot of lunch (not included). This afternoon we visit the impressive medieval Chateau de Menthon, dating back in parts to the 12 th century and lavishly updated during the Renaissance. It has been home – and remains so – to the Menthon family for centuries.
Day 8:
Location: Lyon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer back to Lyon station to catch the return TGV to Lille. At Lille, board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.
What's Included
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Return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille
Return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille is included.
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Seven nights' accommodation on dinner, bed and breakfast basis at three star Les Grillons Hotel in Talloires based on shared occupancy of a double room
Seven nights' accommodation on a dinner, bed, and breakfast basis at the three-star Les Grillons Hotel in Talloires, based on shared occupancy of a double room, is included.
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Full coach touring programme as detailed in the itinerary above conducted by tour manager
A full coach touring programme as detailed in the itinerary, conducted by a tour manager, is included.
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Tour manager throughout
A tour manager will be present throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
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Double for sole use supplement
A supplement for double rooms used for sole occupancy is not included.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included.
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Standard Premier/1st Class upgrade on Eurostar/TGV
Upgrades to Standard Premier/1st Class on Eurostar/TGV, which include upgraded seating and a light meal with a complimentary drink on the Eurostar and upgraded seating only on the French railway leg, are not included.
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Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those stated in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls
Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille, followed by a coach transfer to Talloires. The return journey includes a TGV from Lyon to Lille and Eurostar back to St Pancras.
Accommodation
The three-star family-run Les Grillons Hotel, located 2km south of Talloires and 10km south of Annecy, offers extensive grounds, a seasonal swimming pool, jacuzzi, bar, restaurant, and comfortable rooms with modern amenities. Guests enjoy 100% home-made food and a warm welcome with a drink on arrival.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes seven nights' accommodation on a dinner, bed, and breakfast basis at the three-star family-run Les Grillons Hotel in Talloires. The hotel features extensive grounds, a seasonal swimming pool, jacuzzi, bar, restaurant, and comfortable rooms with modern amenities including air-conditioning, wifi, safe, telephone, and TV.
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What activities are available in Chamonix during the tour?
In Chamonix, you can take the Aiguille du Midi cable car up Mont Blanc for spectacular views or the Montenvers rack railway to the foot of the Mer de Glace glacier. Chamonix is a busy and cosmopolitan town surrounded by glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and lush green meadows.
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What can I expect to see in Annecy?
In Annecy, you can explore the canals and narrow passages of the 16th-century old town, visit the imposing château on the hill, and the Palais de l’Ile. The town is known for its beautiful alpine scenery and many flowers in bloom.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, Day 4 of the tour is a full day free to explore or relax at your leisure.
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What are the highlights of the Geneva tour?
In Geneva, you can visit international organizations like the UN, WHO, and Red Cross. The city offers world-class museums and a picturesque old town. Climbing up the 16th-century St Peter’s Cathedral provides great views over the city, lake, and mountains.
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What is special about the visit to Lake Geneva, Évian, and Yvoire?
At Lake Geneva, you can enjoy the awe-inspiring scenery and fine climate. In Évian-les-Bains, you can stroll along the tree-lined waterfront and taste the famous water from the Source Cachat. Yvoire is a picturesque medieval village with narrow cobbled streets, stone houses, a castle, and two stone gateways dating from the 14th century.
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What is the transportation arrangement for the tour?
The tour includes return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille and a full coach touring program conducted by a tour manager.
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Are there any special amenities at the Les Grillons Hotel?
Yes, the Les Grillons Hotel offers extensive grounds, a seasonal swimming pool, jacuzzi, bar, restaurant, and a lift to all floors. The rooms are equipped with modern amenities including air-conditioning, wifi, safe, telephone, and TV. Guests will also receive a welcome drink on arrival.
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What historical sites are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to the Resistance Museum in Thones, which tells the story of the underground fighters in WWII, and the impressive medieval Chateau de Menthon, dating back to the 12th century and lavishly updated during the Renaissance.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.