POST-tour:
lausanne, switzerland &
the Lake Geneva Region
HIGHLIGHTS:
-Lausanne, Switzerland. A truly three-dimensional city, a traveler's Lausanne is divided into two parts: the lakefront Ouchy district, and the steep Old Town. Also home to the famous Olympic Museum.
-Yvoire, France. A leisurely boat ride across Lake Geneva takes us to Yvoire, voted one of the most beautiful villages in France. The town is dotted with restaurants and shops, and is ideal for strolling, people-watching, and a picturesque meal. Major sights include the chateau and the Garden of Five Senses.
-Chateau de Chillon. We enjoy Switzerland's most famous castle during this day out with friends, who also take us for lunch at the panoramic Auberge de Sonchaux and an evening in famous Gruyeres.
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-Lausanne, Switzerland. A truly three-dimensional city, a traveler's Lausanne is divided into two parts: the lakefront Ouchy district, and the steep Old Town. Also home to the famous Olympic Museum.
-Yvoire, France. A leisurely boat ride across Lake Geneva takes us to Yvoire, voted one of the most beautiful villages in France. The town is dotted with restaurants and shops, and is ideal for strolling, people-watching, and a picturesque meal. Major sights include the chateau and the Garden of Five Senses.
-Chateau de Chillon. We enjoy Switzerland's most famous castle during this day out with friends, who also take us for lunch at the panoramic Auberge de Sonchaux and an evening in famous Gruyeres.
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LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND
YVOIRE, FRANCE
CHATEAU DE CHILLON, LUNCH AT
AUBERGE DE SONCHAUX & GRUYERES
AUBERGE DE SONCHAUX & GRUYERES