Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

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Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

8 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom

Visiting: Lyon, Chamonix, Annecy, Lake Geneva, Geneva, Thônes

Tour operator:

Travel Editions

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2342

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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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

  • Glorious lake and mountain scenery

  • Pretty lakeside villages - Yvoire is delightful

  • Spa towns - Evian is an elegant resort

  • Cable cars or rack railways - Chamonix offers both

  • Full day tour to Chamonix

  • Full day tour to Annecy

  • Full day tour to Lake Geneva, Évian and Yvoire

  • Full day visit to Thones, the Resistance Museum and Chateau de Menthon

Itinerary

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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

  • Return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille

    Return train travel from St Pancras to Lyon via Lille is included.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tour manager throughout

    A tour manager will be present throughout the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Double for sole use supplement

    A supplement for double rooms used for sole occupancy is not included.

  • Holiday insurance

    Holiday insurance is not included.

  • 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.

  • Meals other than those stated

    Meals other than those stated in the itinerary are not included.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Anonymous  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

21-September-2019

Sadly the two rail companies ( Euro Star and TGV) left much to be desired. The French TGV on the return journey was a disgrace with flooded toilets in the First Class area, closed bar with no food or drink and wrecked tables and refuse containers in the bar. On Euro Star return journey the First Class area and facilities seemed to be clean and well prepared but I understand the Standard Class was disgusting with blocked toilets and foul odours throughout the caraiges and passengers having to request seating in First Class to escape the stench. Not the usual standards expected from these two companies. Travel Editions were, as usual. excellent in all areas of customer satisfaction, thank you.

Sharman  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

30-September-2023

Tour manager Gill was fantastic - as before on previous trips she was effective, informative and friendly. The trip was very enjoyable, the hotel nice, the food good, the location beautiful and the weather good too ! The travel tor/from London was more stressful/tedious than usual because of the very large numbers of other travellers (possibly related to rugby events) and the number of changes. A train to Annecy itself would be better, or perhaps even via Geneva rather than Lyons ? One other point worth mentioning: at evening meals the tables were set for 8 people making it difficult to talk to those across the table owing to the high level of noise in the restaurant. Is it possible to set tables for 6 maybe? and to make moving around the tables on successive nights easier, rather than being stuck with the first group you happen to meet, as seemed to happen?

Anonymous  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

21-September-2019

Our highest praise goes to our wonderful tour guide (? Karen Dean if I remember aright ?), who was a source of abundant information making every part of our holiday more fulfilling, and never ceased to watch out for those needing extra help. Also of exceptional merit was our mamzing family run hotel, with a gastronomic delight every evening, and creative menus using locally sourced ingredients.

Pendry  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

03-September-2018

Our guide Karen proved to be immensely capable , knowledgeable and charming.

Anderson  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

01-October-2022

Travel editions provided a most enjoyable holiday aided by warm sunny October weather. The rail coach journeys both out and back worked well with tour guide Karen ensuring we were at the right place at the right time. Les Grillon hotel proved to be a lovely place to stay with very friendly and efficient staff . Excellent continental breakfasts launched the day with fine dining provided in the evenings . The latter might have been too rich for some but courses could be easily skipped if so. Tours gave a good feel for the beautiful region. Karen was efficient and friendly throughout. We will certainly look to see what rail tours Travel Editions come up with in 23/24

Anonymous  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

01-October-2022

It has been many years since our last Travel Editions holiday. The hotel was excellent in every way and Karen Blackwell our Tour Manager has reignited our interest in TE holidays. She was friendly, flexible, knowledgeable and got the balance just right.

Seabrooke  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

30-September-2023

Excellent holiday with interesting excursions at a really good hotel.Very nice room with balcony and view over garden ,lake and mountains. The Tour Manager Gill was first rate.She was very articulate and her management skills were excellent and knowledge was very impressive. My only criticism of the holiday was the inadequate portion size of vegetables with the dinners.

Anonymous  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

06-May-2022

Outward journey was good. Only rated transport poor because of TGV breakdown between Lyon and Lille-Europe on the return journey. Great effort by Angela to get all of us seats on the later Eurostar

Bullock  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

30-September-2023

Anonymous  

Lake Annecy 7 nights Tour

06-May-2022

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