Switzerland · MONTREUX & LAKE GENEVA

The 15 Best Montreux & Lake Geneva Tours

24 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Chillon castle sits on the water, the Lavaux terraces climb behind it and Chaplin’s house looks down on both. These 15 cover the castle, the vineyards and the lake boats, priced and timed.

Chaplin's World Entrance Ticket - Enter the studio and meet the Tramp again
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Chaplin’s World Entrance Ticket

1.Chaplin’s World Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 516 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

At Chaplin’s World in Corsier-sur-Vevey, explore Charlie Chaplin’s former manor, family rooms, film sets, studio displays, and a 10-acre park above Lake Geneva. This self-guided admission includes a paper ticket but no guide or transport. Allow 2 to 3 hours, and check the museum’s rules before bringing a dog.

“This is a must do activity for Chaplin fans, both young and old. The whole life of Chaplin, the films he made, his costar, all have been dealt with very well. The film clips and models are also worth watching.”

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Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux - Entering through the Savoy fortress
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Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux

2.Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $18Best value

Visit Château de Chillon at your own pace with a mobile admission ticket. Follow the printed route through Savoy halls, courtyards, towers, armory, and lakeside rooms, or add an audioguide for more context. The castle sits beside Lake Geneva, with bus and train access, a café nearby, and about one to two hours needed for a brisk visit.

“The castle is a really cool experience. The audio guide you can buy is very informative and keeps you moving around the castle so you can see the most possible.”

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Day Trip to Montreux, Chaplin's World & Chillon Castle& apéritif - Lavaux vineyards and the local aperitif
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Day Trip to Montreux, Chaplin’s World & Chillon Castle& apéritif

3.Day Trip to Montreux, Chaplin’s World & Chillon Castle& apéritif

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 178 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $213

Travel from Geneva through Lausanne, Vevey, Lavaux, Chillon, and Montreux in an air-conditioned minivan. Visit Chaplin’s World, enjoy a local wine and cheese aperitif, cruise Lake Geneva on a Belle Époque steamer, and explore Chillon Castle. Guides such as Roger, David, and Normunds are known for adding humor and useful local context.

“Driver/Guide Normunds added to this trip with his unique sense of humor. He took pride in sharing procedural information about what we could expect at each site and how to best maximize our time at each location. It was interesting to learn how each place visited contributed to Switzerland's history.”

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Geneva and Annecy Tour With Optional Lake Geneva Cruise - Annecy Old Town, canals, and the Palais de l’Isle
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Geneva and Annecy Tour With Optional Lake Geneva Cruise

4.Geneva and Annecy Tour With Optional Lake Geneva Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 151 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $162

Travel by coach from Geneva to Annecy for a guided Old Town walk and free time beside Lake Annecy. Return for Geneva highlights, including the UN district, Flower Clock, St. Pierre Cathedral, and an Old Town tram or walking tour. Add the seasonal Lake Geneva cruise, and arrive ready for a full nine-hour day.

“Having Gabriel for a guide made it complete,! Pretty town, great market - would have stayed longer if possible! The boat trip was also fun, bus tour of the city was very informative.”

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Glacier 3000 and Montreux Riviera from Geneva - The Peak Walk by Tissot and glacier trail
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Glacier 3000 and Montreux Riviera from Geneva

5.Glacier 3000 and Montreux Riviera from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $152

Travel from Geneva by coach to Les Diablerets and Glacier 3000, where you can ride the cable car, walk across the Peak Walk by Tissot, and try paid snow activities. Finish in Montreux with time for Freddie Mercury, Queen, lake views, and town wandering. Guides such as Roger, David, and Kris are praised for friendly service.

“had an excellent time, and the guide was really friendly. It's handy having the office nearby. I would definitely recommend them! Would have preferred an extra hour at the glacier as it flies and you struggle to cram things in, maybe leave off Montreux stop. Would use again and book with faith”

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Geneva: Private Cruise on Lake Geneva with Aperitif - Passing Geneva’s beaches and lakeside park
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Geneva: Private Cruise on Lake Geneva with Aperitif

6.Private Cruise on Lake Geneva with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Join Julien for a 90-minute private cruise from Geneva’s Eaux-Vives port. You’ll pass the water jet, Geneva’s beaches, and a leafy lakeside park while enjoying an aperitif with wine or champagne and light snacks. Julien adds local history and personal insight, and warm-weather departures may include time for a short swim.

“Julien was a gracious host and great captain. Good conversation and knowledgeable about the area. Would highly recommend spending time on the lake for a different perspective of Geneva.”

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Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk - Meeting Marc at Bossière in Lutry
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Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk

7.Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $309

Join Marc for a 3.5-hour, 3-kilometer walk through Lavaux and Lutry’s vineyard terraces. You’ll learn about Swiss wine, local culture, and grape growing while stopping for tastings with local winemakers and a charcuterie platter. The group is capped at 12, with some uneven paths and steps.

“Our Wine Walk with Marc was probably the most fun we had on a tour during our trip to Switzerland earlier this month. He was a blast to spend time with - great sense of humor, knowledgeable about the region (and the wine), and just generally fun to be around. The views were great, the wine and snacks were delicious, and we learned a bunch! Marc has an open invitation to hang out with us the next time he's in Nashville :-) Highly recommend this tour!”

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Vevey, Montreux, Chillon Day Trip from Geneva - Leaving Geneva and reaching Corsier-sur-Vevey
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Vevey, Montreux, Chillon Day Trip from Geneva

8.Vevey, Montreux, Chillon Day Trip from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $212

This full-day Swiss Riviera outing links Geneva with Vevey, Lavaux, Montreux, and Chillon Castle by bus. You’ll have time for Chaplin’s World, lakefront statues, Queen’s recording studio, a vineyard wine stop, and a prebooked castle visit. Guides such as Roger and Normunds are noted for friendly commentary, though the packed schedule leaves little spare time.

“Beautiful scenery. Guide was knowledgeable but couldn’t be heard very well on the bus because there was no microphone. Would have been nice to spend less time at Charlie Chaplins world and more time in vevey or walking around the vineyards. Also be forewarned to eat lunch somewhere, snack was light and we got home 2 hours later than scheduled, missed our dinner reservation and were famished”

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(KTG302) - Day Trip to Montreux & Château de Chillon from Geneva - The road to Château de Chillon
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(KTG302) – Day Trip to Montreux & Château de Chillon from Geneva

9.(KTG302) – Day Trip to Montreux & Château de Chillon from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $210

Travel from Geneva to Montreux by comfortable coach, visit Chaplin’s World and Château de Chillon, pause in Lavaux, and explore Montreux independently. Guides such as Roger, Norman, Hector, Maggie, and Yolanda have led the trip, though exact stops and add-ons should be confirmed before booking.

“I would have liked more time to spend at Charlie Chaplin studios and Chateau Chillon with a shorter break at Montreux which requires not more than 45 min to stroll through th etown.”

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Private sailing cruise on Lake Geneva from Geneva - Geneva’s harbor and Mont Blanc views
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Private sailing cruise on Lake Geneva from Geneva

10.Private sailing cruise on Lake Geneva from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $204

Join Nico for a private three-hour sailing cruise from Cologny. On his 24-foot monohull, you can learn basic sailing, help steer and handle the sails, or simply enjoy Geneva’s harbor, Mont Blanc, and Lake Geneva. A bold crew can pass through the Jet d’Eau’s spray. The cruise runs in English and returns to its starting point.

“We had an amazing time with Nico! It was so fun to chat with him and he’s an awesome teacher. It was a beautiful day and we would come back in a heartbeat!”

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In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury - Starting at the covered market at 5:30 pm
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In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury

11.In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $38

Meet at Montreux’s covered market at 5:30 pm for a gentle one-hour English tour tracing Freddie Mercury and Queen through the town. You’ll pass the Casino Barrière, hear stories drawn from Peter Freestone’s testimony, view archival photos and videos, and finish at Freddie’s statue. The route covers about 1 km and is limited to 15 people.

“El estudio de grabaciones y la vista de su departamento y los lugares donde el caminaba y se inspiraba”

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Round trip cruise from Montreux to Chillon - Leaving Montreux for the Vaud Riviera
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Round trip cruise from Montreux to Chillon

12.Round trip cruise from Montreux to Chillon

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 27 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Take a CGN boat from Quai Edouard-Jaccoud in Montreux along Lake Geneva to Chillon Castle and nearby towns. The roughly two-hour cruise offers grand lake and mountain views, onboard restrooms, mobile entry, and the option to leave the boat at Chillon. Check the timetable carefully before planning your return.

“This was a great journey. Saw lots of spectacular sights. Would definitely recommend. We were lucky we had the perfect weather”

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In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury (Extended 2h30 version) - Starting at Le Petit Palais on Avenue Claude-Nobs
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In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury (Extended 2h30 version)

13.In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury (Extended 2h30 version)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $64

Follow Freddie Mercury and Queen through Montreux on an easy 2-kilometer walk lasting about 2 hours 30 minutes. Your English-speaking guide uses rare images and video, visits music-related sites near the Casino Barrière, and finishes at the lakeside Freddie Mercury statue. The free Queen Studio Experience can be visited separately.

“Nonostante la giornata di pioggia siamo state trasportate dalla magia e dall’atmosfera di Montreux, il tour operator molto simpatico e disponibile, e che dire, il tour è stato a dir poco emozionante! Dalle immagini ai video alla passeggiata per il lungolago, super consigliata!”

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Day trip to Glacier 3000 from Montreux - What You See at 3,000 Meters
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Day trip to Glacier 3000 from Montreux

14.Day trip to Glacier 3000 from Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $125

Travel by bus from Montreux to Les Diablerets, then spend about four hours around Glacier 3000. Choose transport only, add the cable car, or select the Gold option with the Peak Walk by Tissot, Swiss tasting, and Alpine Coaster. Guides such as Normunds, Bobby, and Roger have helped make the trip enjoyable, though timing and guide quality can vary.

“Normunds was a fantastic tour guide. He really made our trip. Very informative, let us make the most of the day. We wouldn’t have known all the things to do with out him. He was so funny as well. Gave us a good laugh along the way. The views were stunning, the bridge and walking in the glazier all fantastic what an incredible experience”

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Geneva to Lausanne, Montreux and Château Chillon Private Tour - Geneva pickup and the road to Lausanne
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Geneva to Lausanne, Montreux and Château Chillon Private Tour

15.Geneva to Lausanne, Montreux and Château Chillon Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · from $546

Spend about nine hours exploring the Swiss Riviera from Geneva in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Olympic Museum, Montreux, Vevey, Château de Chillon and Lavaux vineyards. Your driver may tailor stops, but check your package carefully: some options provide transport only, while tickets, lunch and winery drinks cost extra or come included.

“The driver was very accommodating. We were able to see so much of the area. He customized for us to see what we were interested in touring. Very good tour.”

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