Proposal for 1-day wine tasting tour, hike, & picnic in Lavaux
TIMELINE GROUP
Your project
“A day event as part of a PR trip this August with editors from the US and the UK. We’re looking to organise a fully customised wine tasting and tour through Lavaux for a group of around 15 people.
A few key elements we’d love to include: a lunch set in the Lavaux vines, ideally near the lake, to create a truly memorable and immersive experience, and an overall atmosphere that feels VIP, with of course plenty of breathtaking views along the way.”
Your goal
Your event details
A gallery of inspiration
Possible itineraries
Grandvaux /Epesses
- Tasting and orientation chez Domaine Croix Duplex, tour of the cellars.
- Hiking down and accross through winemaker village Riex into Epesses. (Interpretive: Lavaux history and wine culture).
- Tasting and picnic in vintner’s garden.
- Hike down to Epesses train station (Epesses-Cully)
- Return to Geneva by boat (Cully CGN 16h15 to Lausanne).
Grandvaux/Lutry or Cully
- Tasting and orientation chez Domaine Croix Duplex, tour of the cellars.
- Wander down through Grandvaux (interpretive cultural, vinicultural).
- Lunch picnic in the Aire du Picnic (3.5 min to WCs).
- Continue down to Lutry for a final tasting in a modern winery (with nice WCs and AC).
- Finish Lutry (CGN 16:30 to Lausanne).
Proposed picnic menu for a summer picnic
A fresh, vibrant, and satisfying spread designed for sunshine, conversation, and relaxed atmosphere.
Breads & Spreads
Warm za’atar flatbread
Soft and aromatic with toasted sesame and wild thyme
Creamy hummus with sundried tomato swirl
Rich and tangy, topped with olive oil and paprika
Baba ganoush
Smoky eggplant dip with tahini, lemon, and a hint of garlic
Mouhammara
A sweet and spicy red pepper and walnut dip with pomegranate molasses
Savoury Bites
Crispy falafel
Golden, herb-packed chickpea patties, served with tahini sauce
Stuffed vine leaves (dolma)
Filled with rice, herbs, and a touch of lemon zest
Grilled halloumi skewers (optional addition)
Squeaky, salty cheese with cherry tomatoes and mint
Salads & Sides
Tomato & cucumber salad
With red onion, mint, parsley, and a lemon-sumac dressing
Herbed couscous or bulgur tabbouleh (optional addition)
Fresh and zesty with chopped parsley and juicy tomatoes
Platters to Share
Seasonal vegetable crudités
Carrots, cherry tomatoes, radishes, snap peas, cucumber spears, served with a mint-yogurt dip
Summer fruit platter
Watermelon wedges, berries, cherries, melon balls, and grapes
Artisan cheese & charcuterie board
A curated selection of local cheeses and cured meats, served with seasonal pickles and fresh bread
Refreshments
Homemade mint lemonade
Bright, citrusy, and ultra-refreshing
Infused water
Cucumber-mint, strawberry-basil, or citrus-rosemary
Selection of wines
A local vintner’s (depends on location)
About Edible Switzerland
We connect food lovers (locals and tourists) to the best resources we can find in anywhere in Switzerland
Our core team
Jen Burke: Founder and operator of EdibleSwitzerland.com. Passionate foodie and creator of unique foodie experiences.
Judit Zollai: Private Chef and Diet Coach for groups, workshops, gastronomy events, consulting. Postpartum diet and hormonal balance specialist.
EdibleSwitzerland
Experiences to savour
What did our guests love about us! Read their reviews!
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Our tour of the beautiful terraced vineyards of Lavaux was everything for which we could of hoped. Jennifer put a lot of effort into finding wineries that were open... read more
Anne West
We were four men on an amazing guided winetour with Jen in Lavaux. Jen was very helpful throughout the planning phase and very flexible in reorganizing the tour when the... read more
Mikkel Just
Thanks to Jen we had the most wonderful time in Switzerland. Talk about a very caring, knowledgeable, and great communicator! You can tell her passion for travel and her zest... read more
Zach Bauder
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My husband and I booked the wine tour in lavaux for our honeymoon and it was absolutely amazing! It is a great way to spend the day hiking through the... read more
Amanda Page
We had a wonderful afternoon with Jen. Her picnic was picture perfect and the wineries she took us to were fantastic! We loved our time in Lavaux!
kristi mccluskey
My husband and I did the Wine tasting in Chardonne vineyards tour as part of our honeymoon. We had a fantastic time with Jennifer from Edible Switzerland and it was... read more
Kaylie Cullison
Why work with us?
Local expertise
Our team has deep-rooted connections with local chefs, winemakers, and other terroir artisans, ensuring you get an authentic and insider experience.
Personalized service
We take the time to understand your preferences and tailor every detail of your trip to create a unique and memorable journey.
Seamless planning:
From the initial consultation to the final booking, we handle all the logistics, allowing you to relax and enjoy your trip without any stress.
Unique experiences
We go beyond typical tourist attractions to offer exclusive and off-the-beaten-path experiences that truly capture the essence of Swiss foodie culture.
A focus on sustainable experiences
At EdibleSwitzerland, we are committed to practising sustainable tourism, running zero waste experiences, events, & tours, and giving back to our community.
We aim to be committed Swisstainable in 2025.
We are committed to serving the local economy. Quite literally, we serve local ingredients (be it honey, meat, vegetables, and other artisan products) paired with local wines and other beverages and artisan products.
We minimise waste through avoidance, reduction, recycling and separate disposal.
At our dining events, we use vintage plates, cloth napkins, real cups, glasses, and cutlery.
We encourage public transportation to and from events and experiences.
We work with local businesses & guides to provide alternative transportation eBikes, electric tuk-tuks, and other interesting tours and options to move people around. Be it offering guided tours, or tastings, or just an interpretive hike.
Additionally, we work with a partner agency to provide green energy for lights and sound (especially for outdoor events).
Supporting community: A portion of our proceeds goes towards creating a fund to help small food businesses launch and grow their business (be them actual food products, experiences, cooking classes, tours, or others) or specific charities.
Proposed budget
150 CHF / person (15 people)
2250 CHF for the experience
Price includes:
- Tasting at two vintners (or vinotheques)
- Catered lunch in a unique space
- Guide for day
Not included:
- Tent rental and setup in case of nasty weather
- Privatize vintner’s garden (250 CHF)
Next steps
- Wait for your feedback on experience details.
- We confirm bookings at vintner’s and all elements that make your chosen experience unique.
- We send you the final itinerary and final budget by 3 days after accepting our proposal.
