Geneva offers a most beautiful setting, located on the banks of a crystal clear blue lake with towering snow capped mountains as a backdrop. Sophisticated and chic, bursting with luxury hotels, jewellers, Swiss chocolatiers, art galleries and headquarters of over 200 international organisations, Geneva makes a classy holiday destination.

Let us recommend an equally classy drive for your trip.

Ferrari 488 Spider

Sporting awards for ‘Best Performance Car’, the iconic Ferrari 488 Spider sets new standards for luxurious sports models. Walk around and admire the sculptural beauty of the body, enhanced by the flying buttresses which channel air flow to the engine cover. The lines are sleek and seductive andstunning to the eye.

Under the hood lurks a 3902cc turbo-charged V8 engine which can sprint this beauty from 0 to 100 km/h in a blistering 3 seconds and from 0 to 200 km/h in just 8.7 seconds. The Retractable Hard Top, RHT, drops in 14 seconds, offering an exotic drive for a couple

Ferrari 458 Italia

The awe-inspiring Ferrari 458 Italia is an instrument of pure speed! Slip behind the wheel and feel the power of the 562hp V8 engine, 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and F1-inspired suspension. It offers eye-candy sleek, seductive, aerodynamic lines and the latest technology, taking 3 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h.

Slip behind the wheel and feel the ambience of the hand crafted leather trimmed interior. All controls are placed on the steering wheel or just to the right, adding to the driver-focused design. Enjoy this magnificent car in Geneva.

Ferrari Portofino

Also highly recommended is the iconic Ferrari Portofino, a fabulous two-door, four-seater. Under the hood is a spine-tingling 3.9 litre V8 engine that races from 0 to 100km/h in 3.8 sec. The interior is sumptuously handcrafted with sophisticated materials, finishes, the finest leather and attention to detail, offering superb comfort for the passengers and state-of-the-art driving technology for the driver. Drop the top and select Comfort or Sport mode depending on your mood.

This is the sports car that doesn’t need a race track. Drive it in the city or on the open road, it makes an unforgettable experience anywhere.

FABULOUS DAY TRIPS FROM GENEVA

Take a scenic drive to Château Chillon

Set off in your Ferrari Portofino and head north along the banks of the breathtaking Geneva Lake. On one side lies crystal blue waters, on the other, towering snow covered mountain peaks. Your first stop is Lausanne, about an hour’s drive. View the magnificent Cathédrale de Lausanne, and if you are brave, climb up into the Bell Tower. Stop at the amazing Railway Museum where you can see old steam trains. Back in your car, drive for 30 minutes to Vevey set on a lake with stunning views. Visit the Monument de Henryk Sienkiewicz and then taste something sweet at the famous Nestle Alimentarium.

Enjoy a short drive to Montreux, where music lovers will be thrilled to explore the Queen Studio Experience, a museum dedicated to the rock band. Enjoy lunch at the Montreux Jazz Café, order one of their speciality seafood dishes. After lunch, drive a short distance to the famous Château de Chillon, an historic castle and one of the most visited landmarks in Switzerland. Explore the banqueting hall, Bernese Room, Heraldic Hall and the Count's Great Hall with its splendid coffered ceiling and Gothic arches. Spend time peering over the ramparts at the stunning views and then head back to Geneva.

Explore Annecy and Chambery

Get comfortable in your Ferrari 458 Italia and head south on an hour's drive to the charming town of Annecy. It is picture-perfect, set on a lake with snow covered mountains as a backdrop. Annecy was the headquarters of the Counts of Geneva in the early 1200s. Visit the beautiful restored Château d'Annecy and museum to learn more about this fascinating town. Stroll along the narrow streets and admire the Medieval houses set on small canals. Stop on the Lover’s Bridge and get a special photo! Back in your car, drive south for an hour to Chambery, the crossroad to the Alps. Stroll around the Medieval quarter and visit the Château de Chambéry. Its Chapel once housed the Shroud of Turin. Relax in the plaza under the famous Elephants Fountain, a large monument with four huge elephants.

Enjoy a lunch of traditional Fondue Savoyarde. Then drive into the country and stop at a wine estate where you can have a tasting of the region’s iconic brands. Head back north and stop at Aix-les-Bains, famous for its hot springs. Enjoy a therapeutic spa treatment before driving back to Geneva for late dinner at the Michelin-starred Il Lago.

LUXURY HOTELS IN GENEVA

- Mandarin Oriental Geneva: Stately 5-star hotel set on the banks of the Rhône, close to St. Pierre Cathedral, offering sophisticated river or garden view suites. Suites have marble bathrooms, terraces and fireplaces. On site are world class restaurants, a tapas bar, an Indian themed venue and a Parisian-style café. Address: Quai Turrettini 1, 1201 Genève

-Beau-Rivage Geneva: an opulent venue overlooking the stunning Lake Geneva, set in a 19th century building, offering antique-style furnishings and rich fabric finishes. Enjoy the stately atrium with marble columns, a gourmet restaurant, Thai restaurant, stylish bar and fitness centre. Address: Quai du Mont-Blanc 13, 1201 Genève