Cimes Evasion, an incoming agency in Savoie Mont-Blanc, designs tailor-made stays and organized tours for groups in Savoie and Haute-Savoie. Located between the peaks of the Aravis Massif and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Annecy, we are a human-sized team, passionate about our region and committed to helping you discover it in a different way. Specialists in tailor-made trips, we create authentic journeys combining nature, traditions and new experiences, and accompany you in the discovery of the most beautiful sites in the heart of the Alps.
Put your trust in our local expertise for a unique stay in Savoie and Haute-Savoie!
Ideally located in the heart of the Northern Alps, Savoie and Haute-Savoie offer privileged access to the international airports of Geneva and Lyon.
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Discover Savoie and Haute-Savoie in a different way, with a tailor-made tour designed especially for your group!
Because people and authenticity are at the heart of everything we do, we rely on five essential values that inspire each of our Savoie and Haute-Savoie trips.
✨ Creativity: We design tailor-made trips with services that suit you.
👥 Proximity: A single point of contact for seamless support in complete confidence.
🤝 Expertise: Over 15 years' experience and local roots that make all the difference
🌿 Respect: Committed to protecting our territory and promoting local know-how
❤️ Passion: A team of passionate advisors always on the lookout for local nuggets
You can visit Savoie and Haute-Savoie all year round! The best time to visit will depend on the sites and activities you wish to discover. Winter sports enthusiasts will prefer the period from December to March, while lovers of swimming and water sports on Lake Annecy or Lake Geneva will prefer the summer season (July/August), while cultural and landscape enthusiasts will explore our region in spring, when temperatures are mild, or in autumn, when the forests are decked out in their autumn colors.
Each season offers a different landscape, highlighting the richness and diversity of this Alpine region.
The region boasts a large number of must-see sites, but here are just a few of our favorites:
- Nature and landscapes: the Mont-Blanc tramway ride up from Saint Gervais, the Aiguille du Midi for an exceptional 360° view of Mont-Blanc and the surrounding mountains, Lake Annecy, renowned for the purest waters in Europe, the Cirque de Sixt Fer à Cheval classified as a Grand Site de France.
- Villages and heritage: Yvoire, classified as one of France's most beautiful villages, Chanaz, the little Savoyard Venice renowned for its crafts, Chamonix, a legendary mountaineering resort at the foot of Mont-Blanc, Annecy and its old town of canals and colorful facades.
- Cultural and gastronomic activities: the impressive Beaufort ripening cellars, the majestic Hautecombe Abbey on the shores of Lac du Bourget, the Savoy Wine Route from Jongieux to Chignin via Montmélian, the Paccard bell foundry in Sevrier.
While you're here, don't forget to try our famous cheese dishes, such as tartiflette with reblochon, fondue savoyarde, raclette or berthoud, a speciality made from Abondance. We also recommend savoring a dish of diots (Savoyard sausage generally cooked in white wine) accompanied by crozets (small square pasta), farcement (a sweet-savory preparation made from grated potatoes, bacon and prunes) or potato fritters at a mountain inn. Gourmets can round off their meal with a delicious Gâteau de Savoie, a soft blueberry tart and a touch of génépi (traditional alcohol made from alpine plants).
You can discover all the charm and authenticity of Savoy by visiting Yvoire, a medieval village classified as one of France's Most Beautiful Villages. If you're heading for the mountain resorts, don't miss Samoëns, an authentic village renowned for its stone masons, La Clusaz, cradle of heritage and agripastoralism, Megève, whose charm can be seen in its typical chalets, or Le Grand-Bornand, known for its Savoyard atmosphere at the foot of the majestic Aravis mountain range.
In Savoie, we recommend Beaufort for its authentic atmosphere and its cheese cooperative, Conflans the medieval town on the heights of Albertville, Bonneval-su-Arc classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, and Val d'Isère with its typical houses and timeless charm.
We recommend that you consult a local service provider who has a perfect command of the terrain, genuine experience of the area and a valuable address book that only proximity can provide. Our travel and incoming agency Cimes Evasion can draw on all these skills to design a tailor-made program to suit your expectations and profile. Our human-sized team and your single point of contact will offer you the best of Savoie and Haute-Savoie to make your seminar or corporate event memorable and unifying.
There are 1001 ways to discover the alpine landscapes of the 2 Savoie regions:
- water sports: kayak, paddle, canoe, pedal boat, guided cruise... you'll have a wide choice of ways to discover the 4 great natural lakes of Annecy, Le Bourget, Aiguebelette or Lac Léman.
- hiking: from easy family strolls to trail running, our exceptional playground has something to satisfy every desire to discover breathtaking landscapes.
- cycling and mountain biking: take on the mythical cols for which the Tour de France is famous, or tackle the more rugged trails on a mountain bike, with or without electric assistance, for maximum pleasure.
- Mountain activities: rock climbers can try their hand at rock climbing or via ferrata, while thrill-seekers can opt for a paragliding experience over Lake Annecy or facing the majestic Mont-Blanc. The more adventurous will be thrilled by a session of rafting, canyoning or caving.
Savoie and Haute-Savoie boast 110 ski resorts, making them one of the world's leading winter sports destinations. A wide range of activities and leisure activities are available at these resorts:
- traditional snow sports: hurtle down the slopes on downhill skis, explore the cross-country ski trails or snowboar down the slopes
- Nordic activities: landscape lovers can opt for a snowshoe hike or a cross-country ski itinerary, while animal lovers can enjoy the incredible experience of dog sledding at La Clusaz or Megève, for example.
- fun and unusual activities: the thrill of a toboggan ride, the thrill of a snowmobile baptism in Tignes or Val Thorens, building and spending the night in an igloo, ice skating in Megève or La Clusaz or a sleigh ride through the mountain villages.
The ski resorts of Savoie and Haute-Savoie are easily accessible and very well served from major French cities. Numerous direct TGV trains arrive at Annecy, Geneva, Chambéry, Moutiers and Bourg Saint Maurice.
If you prefer to fly, there are numerous coach services between Geneva and Lyon airports and the major ski resorts.
If you're bringing your own car, the resorts and accommodations are equipped with parking facilities, but don't forget your mandatory winter equipment (snow tires or chains).
The 2 Savoie region offers a rich program of cultural and festive events.
We recommend the following highlights:
- Fête du Lac d'Annecy (Lake Annecy Festival): a spectacular fireworks and music show on Lake Annecy.
- Le Retour des Alpages d'Annecy: a traditional October festival featuring costume parades, demonstrations of traditional skills and herd wanderings.
- Les Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly: close to Lake Geneva, this event is the biggest medieval festival in France, with raptor shows, jousting, fights and plenty of entertainment for all.
- La Fête du Reblochon et de l'Artisanat: a traditional festival held every August in La Clusaz, showcasing Savoyard heritage, craft demonstrations and local gastronomy.
