Chambéry and the lac du Bourget

MORNING - Discovering Chambéry

10 am: Discover the city of the Dukes and admire the rich decorations of the castle of the Dukes of Savoy and the Holly Chapel. Then enjoy a visit of the historical center: push the doors of the private courtyards, walk through the labyrinth alleyways, and let the adventures of General de Boigne be told, in memory of whom the picturesque elephant fountain was built.

12 pm: Enhance your visit with a musical touch with a 15-minute concert of the Grand Carillon of Chambéry. With its 70 bells, this carillon is the largest in Europe. Its homogeneity of tone and its innovative carbon fiber mechanism, give it a personality and a richness of sound unique in the world.

12:30 pm: Lunch in a traditional restaurant in the historical center.

Afternoon - Discovering of the lac du Bourget

2 pm: Bus transfer to the port of Aix-les-Bains.

3 pm: Embark on a discovery cruise on the Lac du Bourget.

You will discover the beauty of the largest natural lake in France, its wild coastline and its many riches. You’ll enjoy a breathtaking natural landscape.

3:30 pm: Stopover in Hautecombe and audio-guided visit of the Abbey, a 12th century Cistercian building overlooking the lake.

5:30 pm: Return to the port of Aix les Bains, end of the visits.