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Private Excursion From Geneva to Montreux and Chillon Castle
Lausanne
Embark on a private excursion from Geneva to Montreux and Chillon Castle. Explore the Swiss Riviera, visit Lausanne, Vevey, and Montreux, and enjoy the beauty of Lake Geneva in a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Le Port d’Ouchy - This is the first stop of the excursion, here you can stroll around the port and admire the lake landscape, with a breathtaking view of the Alps, without forgetting to admire and photograph the magnificent Château d’Ouchy Impressive modern.
There is also the possibility of renting pedal boats right in front of the castle, eating a good homemade ice cream or having a coffee in one of the many cafes and terraces, including those of the castle. -
The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique) - Not far from the Château d’Ouchy is the Olympic Museum. It is one of the most renowned attractions of the Olympic Capital, the city of Lausanne.
Here you will learn everything related to the Olympic Games, its history, from its creation in Greece to the present day.
Our driver/guide will accompany you to the entrance of the museum, will send you the entrance tickets as well as the audio guides (or access to the audio guide on your smartphone) the planned visit is audio-guided . At the end of the visit, he will take you back to the car for the rest of the excursion. - Vineyard Road (Route du Vignoble) - Road very appreciated for its beauty, crosses the small villages in the middle of the vineyards of Lavaux, a region listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, while offering visitors a unique panorama of the terraced vines, the banks of the Lake Lake Geneva and in the background the view of the Alps with Mont Blanc (if the weather is favorable). Stops to take photos at permitted locations, if desired.
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Montreux Lakeside - While walking along the quays of Montreux you can admire exotic flowers, palm trees and enjoy an exceptional view of Lake Geneva with the Alps mountains in the background.
You will pass by the Montreux Jazz Festival Pavilion, the Fairmont Hotel (Montreux Palace), the Place du Marché, where the imposing statue of Freddie Mercury is located.
You will also see the Place de l’Eurovision on the quay, because it was in Montreux that the first Eurovision broadcast took place on June 6, 1954.
Depending on the season, you can find various kiosks on the quays, including the Christmas market. -
Chateau de Chillon - Chillon Castle is the main tourist attraction of this excursion, it is in fact the most visited historical monument in Switzerland.
The castle was built in the thirteenth century to control the passage along Lake Geneva. It served at times as an arsenal, prison and residence of the counts of Savoy.
There are numerous visit possibilities, individual or group visits, free, guided or audio-guided.
The exterior of the castle also deserves the attention of visitors who take photos of it, walking around and enjoying the view.
Three years ago the castle completed its exterior redevelopment program and inaugurated its cafeteria pavilion, the Byron café, where you can quench your thirst or have a small snack.
This being the last visit, the return to Geneva will be by motorway, a journey of around an hour.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information
This trip involves being collected from your hotel or selected meeting point, and traveling in an opulent Mercedes Benz car. You’ll journey with a driver/guide who will aim to show you the greatest highlights and picturesque parts of the Lake Geneva region. You will visit the popular tourist spots of the Swiss Riviera, including Lausanne Ouchy with its harbor, castle, and the Olympic Museum, as well as the town of Vevey where Charly Chaplin resided, followed by Montreux and the Château de Chillon. This trip is designed to cater to the desires of most tourists, however, minor adjustments can be made along the way with the agreement of your driver/guide if you would like to replace a certain visit with another. Your driver/guide will be at your service throughout the journey.
Location
Le Port d'Ouchy
Place du Port
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
