Start Selling
Geneva-Based 1 Week Itinerary: Discover Western Switzerland & Beyond

Geneva-Based 1 Week Itinerary: Discover Western Switzerland & Beyond

TheTravelingSwiss
2024 Edition Our one-week itinerary based in Geneva has been carefully curated by Louis, a born and raised Geneva local. In this guide, we'll explore the beauty of Western Switzerland, including the enchanting lake-side destinations of Montreux, The Lavaux, Gruyères, and Lausanne, and discover some hidden gems in neighboring France, like the medieval village of Yvoire, located on the shores of Lake Geneva. We make hotel, restaurant, and train recommendations along the way to take the stress out of planning - all you need to do is immerse yourself in the culture, cuisine, and natural beauty of Switzerland while enjoying a hassle-free and expertly planned itinerary! There is no need to follow the itinerary in order, each day can stand on its own (we even have an alternate day in case of rain!) to make this flexible!
Read less
Updated ago
65
Share

Hotel Recommendations

For the most convenient and accessible location in Geneva, we highly recommend booking accommodations in the area between the train station and the Lake. This central location allows for easy arrival and departure, as well as convenient access to nearby train stations for day trips.

‌We have a selection of the best hotel options for all budgets in Geneva. You can check availability and book directly from this guide via Booking.com

Transportation Pass Recommendations

We recommend the “Léman - Alpes Regional Pass” that you can buy in Geneva Airport or Geneva main station. Use the unlimited days to go to Montreux, Gruyères, Yvoire and Lausanne and the discounted days when you stay within Geneva to buy a discounted Geneva Public Transportation Day Pass.

"Léman - Alpes" Regional Pass
journey.mob.ch
link preview

Otherwise, if Geneva inscribed itself within a broader Switzerland itinerary, we recommend buying the Swiss Travel Pass. GetYourGuide offers easy cancellation options and we recommend it.

Book your Swiss Travel Pass directly
Check Prices

Buy to unlock full guide

Access all the local insights and recommendations from @thetravelingswiss when you purchase this guide.
4.0 (2 Ratings & Reviews)
"The guide provides some good ideas on what to do in and near Geneva, and fairly good directions on how to get around. It was a bit too heavy on restaurant and upscale hotel recommendations for my need..."
Read more
Mary Corbett
Mar 2024
Virginia Myers
Jun 2024
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
TheTravelingSwiss
Alexis & Louis, originally from New York City & Geneva, respectively, are the international couple behind “The Traveling Swiss.” They’ve lived together in NYC, Zurich, and are now happy to call Geneva their home. The duo has recently become a trio, with the addition of their baby girl. Coming from two different backgrounds and perspectives, their content approaches the topics of living and traveling throughout Switzerland from their unique points of view.
Read less
What's included
Digital Map
Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby
108 places
108 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
6 links
6 links from the creator to go even deeper with more info
DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Geneva, Switzerland
Switzerland
Format
Itinerary
Itineraries typically include day-by-day plans, with food, lodging and activity recommendations for each day.
COMMON QUESTIONS
What is Thatch?
Thatch is an online marketplace that provides instant access to thousands of vetted local experts and premium travel guides - making it the easiest and most affordable way to take high quality trips with less stress. For travel creators (tastemakers, travel advisors, influencers and local experts) Thatch makes it easy to curate, publish, and sell digital travel guides, itineraries and personalized planning services.
What if I’m not satisfied with my purchase?
How do I access my purchased guides?
Can I access my guide offline?
How often are guides updated?
Can I request a personalized guide or itinerary?
Can I sell my own travel guides and itineraries?
Add Promo
Save for Later
Share
Powered by Thatch
The home for unique & authentic travel
Powered by Thatch: Where great trips are made.
© TheTravelingSwiss 2024 • Help • Privacy • Terms • Copyright • Become a Seller • Seller Academy • About • Careers • Blog • Explore Places