Exclusive Geneva Tour UN Old Town and Hidden Gems

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About this activity

This is not a typical Geneva tour, it’s a private, luxury experience curated and led personally by Augusto Gortaire, one of the city’s top-rated guides.

While most tours follow fixed routes and scripted commentary, this experience is fully tailored to you. From hotel pick-up in a premium private vehicle (BMW) to exclusive insights into diplomacy, history, and Swiss luxury culture, every detail is designed for comfort, depth, and authenticity.

Explore the global capital of diplomacy, uncover hidden corners of the Old Town, and discover the refined world of Swiss watchmaking ; all at your own pace.

Enjoy a privileged visit to the Victorinox flagship store, where you will receive exclusive, personalized service and access to unique Swiss craftsmanship. Upon request, create your own custom Swiss Army Knife, a truly memorable and personal keepsake.

No crowds. No rush. No generic tour. Just a seamless, personalized journey through Geneva, in comfort, in style, and true insider knowledge.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 4 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Augusto

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (14–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation: Premium vehicle (Air-conditioned)
Included: Bottled water
Included: Victorinox flagship store - Priority access & seamless experience (closed on Sundays)
Included: Private guided experience, fully personalized walking tour
Included: Flexible experience adapted to your interests, pace, and preferences.
Included: Private driver service (hotel pick-up)

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Dinner
Not included: Umbrella

Itinerary

Palais des Nations

Passing by

Headquarters of the League of Nations until 1946. Today it is the European headquarters of the UN, and the second most important office of the organization after the New York headquarters.
Quartier Generale Unhcr

Passing by

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is the United Nations agency responsible for protecting refugees and persons displaced by persecution or conflict and promoting durable solutions to their situation.
Broken Chair

10 min

Situated in the Place des Nations is the symbol of Geneva's dedication to peace and freedom. Made entirely of wood (12 meters high) is a tribute to the victims of anti-personnel mines.
Stop 4

Passing by

It is in charge of labor issues. Founded in 1919, by virtue of the Treaty of Versailles with the aim of achieving the worldwide expansion of workers' rights.
Stop 5

Passing by

A UN agency specialized in managing global health prevention, promotion and intervention policies. It was initially organized by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, which promoted the drafting of the first statutes of the WHO. The first meeting of this organization took place in Geneva in 1948.
Stop 6

Passing by

We will pass in front of one of the unique museums in the world. The work of the Red Cross, founded in Geneva, earned it 3 Nobel Peace Prizes in the 20th century.
Chambesy

5 min

We will enjoy the view from a beautiful high point in the commune of Pregny-Chambesy. It will allow us to appreciate the Alps including the majestic Mont Blanc as well as Lake Geneva from its western shore. Perfect spot for beautiful photos.
Stop 8

Passing by

The Ceramic and Glass Museum contains nearly 20,000 objects from the last 1,200 years.
Stop 9

Passing by

Named in honor of American president Woodrow Wilson who played a leading role in the founding of the League of Nations. It is the current headquarters of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. It was also the headquarters of the League of Nations from 1920 until it moved to the Palais des Nations in 1936.
Manor Geneve

15 min

We will stop at the Biggest Flagship Store in Geneva for a short refreshment break. And of course we will visit their complete "Swiss Chocolate Corner". From here we will resume the tour, this time on foot.
Stop 11

20 min

We will have the opportunity to purchase a CUSTOMIZED original Swiss Army Knife or a beautiful Swiss watch. What better souvenir of your trip to Switzerland?

On the beautiful Rue de Marché, we will visit one of the few Victorinox flagship stores in the world. The iconic Swiss brand is 138 years old and its history is unique.
Stop 12

10 min

We will admire from Place de Neuve the Opera House - Grand Théâtre, the Geneva Conservatory of Music, the Bust of Henry Dunant (founder of the Red Cross), the old city wall and the beautiful entrance to the Parc des Bastions; our next stop.
Stop 13

10 min

Inside the Parc des Bastions is the International Monument of the Reformation, generally known as REFORMATION WALL. Its large dimensions of approximately 99 meters long and 9 meters high, is attached to a part of the ancient walls built in the XVI century and surrounded the city until the XIX century.

Pays tribute to the movement's most relevant figures: Jean Calvin, Guillaume Farel, Théodore de Bèze and John Knox.
Banc de la Treille

5 min

A curious corner in Geneva is this huge green bench of 120 meters long, built in 1767 - Guinness record as the largest bench in the world. Its location is privileged, above the Parc des Bastions and precisely at the entrance of the old city. It is an elevated point with excellent views. Another ideal place to take nice pictures.
Maison Tavel

Passing by

We will pass by this beautiful historic building. The Maison Tavel is just a few meters from our previous stop, in the heart of the old town, the oldest private residence in Geneva still standing!

Unique testimony of medieval architecture in Switzerland. Destroyed by fire in 1334, the Tavels, a family of Geneva nobles, rebuilt it, giving the house its character of an urban palace. After passing through the hands of several influential families over the centuries, the City of Geneva acquired the house in 1963 and undertook an incredible restoration.

This small museum, on its 6 floors, illustrates the urban development of the city, as well as various aspects of the daily life of the former inhabitants of Geneva.

Inside there is the largest model of Switzerland (approx. 30 m2): LE RELIEF MAGNIN. A spectacular reconstruction of Geneva before the demolition of its fortifications in 1850.
Stop 16

5 min

The Molard Tower (1591) with the Halles building (1690) are a must during your visit to Geneva. Today it is a square surrounded by the world's largest retail brands, and gathers locals and tourists every day. Close to the Rue de Rhone, a luxurious street where you will find the stores of the most important watch and design brands in the world.
Cathedrale Saint Pierre

15 min

The protestant cathedral of Saint-Pierre de Genève has been the main protestant church of Geneva since 1535. Before that, it was the cathedral church of the bishop of Geneva for a thousand years (from the end of the fourth century). It was last rebuilt between the 11th and 15th centuries, with a portal dating from the 18th century. This cathedral is placed under the invocation of St. Peter the Apostle and was originally named "Saint-Pierre-ès-liens" (in reference to the Roman basilica).

In July 2009, Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Geneva was included in the list of honor "of European heritage" because of its important historical-cultural value for European history.
Stop 18

5 min

One of the most typical places to take a souvenir photo in Geneva. On the shore of Lac Leman in the English Garden is this incredible clock, surrounded by a beautiful flower garden that changes design periodically. It is the only clock that changes colors throughout the year.
Monument National

5 min

Monument commemorating the Union of Geneva to the Swiss Confederation after the restoration of the Republic in 1814. The statues of Geneva and Helvetia represented as two warrior women who come together in a hug. Both carry beautiful war uniforms, crowns, swords and shields with their own symbols.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

The specific meeting point in the square will be under the BROKEN CHAIR. The Broken Chair is a monumental red wooden sculpture, 12 metres high.

End point

Once the tour is over, to continue your beautiful day in Geneva, we will provide eating options depending on the time of day, as well as other nearby points of interest.

This location is near to the center of the city and therefore to the hotel zone. It is possible to walk, the distances are short.

Pickup points

Hotel At Home
Greet Hotel Prevessin Geneve Aeroport
Cite Universitaire de Geneve
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
Meiningen
Hotel Phoenix
Geneva Residence
Appart'City Classic Geneve Gaillard
Hotel Mon-Repos
Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport By IHG
Hotel Eden Geneva

and 137 more pickup points

The meeting point is the Place des Nations (Place des Nations). It is also possible to pick up passengers from their accommodation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.