8 days in Geneva & Annecy Itinerary

Get some cultural insight at Chateau de Chillon and Chateau De Glerolles. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre and Corniche Lavaux Vineyards. There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva, kick back and relax at Bains des Paquis, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Anglais, and admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain.

For maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Geneva vacation planning website.

Sofia, Bulgaria to Geneva is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Sofia to Geneva due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Sofia, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Geneva, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can go by car to Annecy.

Get in touch with nature at Lake Annecy and YAKAPEDALER. Your inner history buff will appreciate Abbey of Cluny and Monastere Royal de Brou. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Annecy: Ville Ancienne (in Chambery) and Aix-les-Bains (Casino Grand Cercle & Spa La Parenthese). There's lots more to do: make a trip to La Vieille Ville, snap pictures at Pont des Amours, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Semnoz, and examine the collection at Palais de l'Ile.

For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Annecy trip planner.

Traveling by car from Geneva to Annecy takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 9°C. You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Sat) before leaving for home.