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Escape the city and unwind on a full-day tour to Lake Geneva and Anderson Japanese Gardens, where lakeside strolls, historic estates, and optional boat rides offer serene views.

Highlights

• Fun and Insightful Bilingual Tour Guides
• Unlimited Bottled Water & Complimentary Snacks
• Themed Attractions with Seasonal, Adventurous & Playful Highlights
• Exclusive Travel Keepsakes

Description

We will depart from Chicago early in the morning and arrive at the small town of Lake Geneva. Here you can stroll along the lakeside paths surrounding Lake Geneva and get up close to historic estates and charming homes with beautiful grounds and gardens. You can also choose to take a cruise on Lake Geneva at your own expense and enjoy the scenery of Lake Geneva in the middle of the lake. Afterwards, we will take a bus to the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most exquisite Japanese gardens in the world, to experience the Japanese-style gardening landscape. After the tour, we will return to Chicago with a good mood, ending this day's nature trip! Itinerary: Chicago --Travel Distance:130km Travel Time: 1.5hrs -- Lake Geneva (3 hours optional boat ride) -- Travel Distance:60km Travel Time: 1hr -- Anderson Japanese Gardens (optional, 1.5 hours) -- Travel Distance: 140km Travel Time: 1.4hrs -- Chicago Lake Geneva The Shore Path around Geneva Lake offers you an up-close view of historic estates and stunning homes with beautifully landscaped yards and gardens. As you enjoy a walk along the lake's shore, you'll be mesmerized by the clear blue waters of the lake and the tranquility of sailboats, excursion boats, and even antique vessels as they glide across the pristine waters. Sunsets over Geneva Lake are as special as they come, and watching one from anywhere along the Shore Path is an experience you won't soon forget. There is so much beauty around Geneva Lake that you'll want to explore it over and over again, taking in new sights from different segments of the path. The shoreline of Geneva Lake is approximately 21 miles, but the path reaches up to almost 26 miles as it weaves in and out of wooded areas along the shoreline.In autumn, the trees around Lake Geneva are colorful, and the red, orange, and yellow colors are reflected on the lake, which is very charming. Taking a boat tour on the lake allows you to appreciate the autumn scenery of the lakeshore from a different perspective and is a very popular way to enjoy the maple leaves. Anderson Japanese Gardens Anderson Japanese Gardens is a beautiful outdoor setting that inspires the mind and calms the soul. It is a twelve-acre Japanese garden with streams, waterfalls, winding paths and koi ponds. Originally a personal vision to create a unique retreat for the Rockford area, the Anderson Japanese Garden has grown into an internationally acclaimed public garden. The founder's philosophy of original design, first-class craftsmanship and world-class maintenance has made the garden one of the finest Japanese gardens in the world. **Collect the Memories:Guests will receive an exclusive Local Exploration Travel Passport. For every Local Exploration tour you join, you’ll collect a unique stamp. Gather 10 stamps to receive an invitation to our Annual Explorer Gala — a joyful celebration where travel lovers connect, share stories, and relive their favorite moments on the road!**

Includes

Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day) Professional Humor and Heart Bilingual Tour Guide & Driver Exclusive 'Local Exploration'Travel Passport – 10 stamps earns a spot at our Annual Explorer Gala! Unlimited Bottled Water Throughout the Trip Twice-Daily Treats – Sweet snacks and candies, delivered with a smile! Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide All inclusive tickets to: admission fee of Anderson Japanese Gardens and Best of the Lake Cruise (If 'All ticket inclusive tour'price option selected)

Important Information

• By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms. Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time. Confirm with the operator after booking and check the “Meeting & Pick-up” section for details. Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour. Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance. Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks. Children under 6 may need a booster seat (rental available, contact operator). Itinerary and timings may vary depending on weather, park rules, or guests’ condition.

Easy cancellation

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