Escape the crowds and discover one of Switzerland's most spectacular landscapes on this private journey through the Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage site overlooking Lake Geneva. Together with your local guide, you'll stroll through centuries-old vineyard terraces, admire breathtaking viewpoints and uncover the history behind one of Switzerland's most celebrated wine regions. Along the way, you'll learn about the famous Chasselas grape, local traditions and the people who have shaped this remarkable landscape for generations.

Explore the charming wine village of Saint-Saphorin before visiting the Vinorama museum, where a short film brings the vineyards to life throughout the seasons. If you wish, you can complete your experience with a tasting of Lavaux wines. You'll taste wine that rarely leaves the country, since only 1 percent of the production is exported, which makes this one of Switzerland's best kept secrets.

As this is a private tour, there's plenty of time to stop for photos, enjoy the scenery and ask questions along the way. You'll travel in a comfortable car, with pickup and drop-off included anywhere in the Swiss Riviera, Montreux and Vevey area. With a passionate local guide by your side, you'll experience Lavaux beyond the guidebooks and discover why this corner of Switzerland leaves such a lasting impression.

If you'd like to make a day of it, Tout Un Monde, one of Lavaux's finest restaurants with a stunning view over the vineyards, offers an excellent discovery menu with wine pairing, paid directly at the restaurant. Add the optional extended tour so your guide can stay with you through a relaxed, unhurried lunch.