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Cruise Geneva's Splendor: Sightseeing Adventures
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- When you're through with sightseeing on land in Geneva, take to the shimmering waters of Lake Geneva for a soothing & idyllic sightseeing experience.
- The lake provides a unique perspective on Geneva's beauty and is enveloped by the towering Mont-Blanc mountain and the surrounding Alps.
- Turn on your audio guides and listen to the informative commentary about the marvelous sights of Geneva.
- You'll pass along several iconic landmarks in Geneva, like the Pierres du Niton, Pointe à la Bise, Jet d’Eau, and more.
- All the while, be lulled by the beauty of perfectly manicured gardens along the lake shores and striking flora and fauna.
Inclusions
- 50-minute sightseeing cruise on Lake Geneva
- Audio guide
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Wheelchair access is usually possible but it depends on how busy the boat is and its size. Toilets for disabled people are available on all our boats except the "Col-Vert" and the "Général-Guisan".
- Dogs will not be permitted onboard. Dogs generally need a second-class half-fare ticket. They may also travel first class. However, small dogs (no more than 30 cm shoulder height), in a basket or similar, travel free of charge.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Board a comfortable paddle steamer boat for a 2-hour cruise upon the gleaming waters of Lake Geneva, a must-try experience for locals and visitors alike.
- You will set sail off the Montreux pier and drift towards one of Switzerland's most renowned historical landmarks, Chillon Castle.
- Your route will be dotted with iconic towns, like Villeneuve, Le Bouveret, and St Gingolph. You'll also be enveloped by the scenic beauty of the Swiss & French Alps.
- Make sure to catch sight of the town of Vevey and the remarkable Lavaux vineyards.
- The boat stops at the Castle, where you're free to explore on your own (entry into the castle is not included in the price of your ticket).
- Whenever you're done, hop back onto the boat and head back to the starting point: the Montreux pier.
- There are multiple departure timings for the boat throughout the day, so you can spend as much time as you'd like at the castle (make sure to check timings beforehand).
Inclusions
- 2-hr cruise (1st/2nd class)
- Access to upper deck (1st class only)
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Food & drinks onboard
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- First-Class Ticket
- Second-Class Ticket
- Infants aged 5yrs and below go free. Children aged 6-15yrs and adults with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Your boarding point is at Montreux Pier.
- Address: Quai Edouard Jaccoud, 1820 Montreux.
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Getting There
- The closest bus stop is Montreux, Débarcadère, a 2-min walk to the pier.
- Buses 209, 209 & 291 will bring you here.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Take to the gleaming waters of Lake Geneva for a truly remarkable sightseeing experience for a good 2 hours!
- You'll be sailing on an iconic paddle steamer boat that lends all the right feels during your experience.
- Gaze out into the horizon and catch stunning views of the Swiss and French Alps, city landmarks, attractions, vineyards, and charming towns.
- You'll be heading towards one of Switzerland's most cherished historic landmarks, the Chillon Castle, where you may deboard if you please.
- Feel free to visit the attraction at your own expense (entry is not included in the price of this ticket).
- Whenever you're done exploring, just re-board the boat back to Vevey. The boats have departure timings throughout the day, so you won't be waiting for long.
Inclusions
- 2-hr cruise (1st/2nd class)
- Access to upper deck (1st class only)
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Food & drinks onboard
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- First-Class Ticket
- Second-Class Ticket
- Infants aged 5yrs and below go free. Children aged 6-15yrs and adults with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Your boarding point is at Vevey Marché Pier.
- Address: Quai Marie Belgia 2.
Get Directions to the Boarding Point
Getting There
- The closest bus stop is Vevey, Hôtel de Ville, a 6-min walk to the pier.
- Buses 201, 202 & 290 will bring you here.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- In search of a quick getaway? Escape Lausanne and enjoy a short ferry ride across Lake Geneva to the beautiful French town of Évian-les-Bains.
- It will take you 35 minutes to get there and along the way, you can admire the crystal clear waters of the lake, picturesque lakeside towns, and snow-capped mountains.
- Upon reaching Évian, take your time to walk along the lovely lake promenade or explore the winding streets of the old town.
- One of the must-see sites when in Evian is the Cachat Spring, the first source of Evian water.
- It is named after Gabriel Cachat, the owner of the garden in which it flowed at the end of the 18th century.
- Today, the spring belongs to the Evian mineral water company, and you can even fill your bottle with "free" Evian mineral water here.
- Other interesting things to do here include exploring the Palais Lumière Museum and going on a ride on the historic funicular (cable railway).
- Choose between first-class and second-class seats; the former gives you access to the upper deck of the boat for more seating space and a better view.
- Note: To enter French territory, Swiss citizens must have a valid identity document (ID card or passport). All others will need an ID card or passport with a valid visa if required.
Inclusions
- Boat trip from Lausanne to Evian and back to Lausanne in the selected travel class (1st or 2nd class).
Exclusions
- Food and drinks are not included. You can buy snacks and drinks onboard.
- Infants aged 0-5yrs go for free. Children aged 6-15yrs, as well as anyone with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) aged 16yrs and above, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Your boarding point is at Lausanne Ouchy Pier - 1.
- Address: Quai Jean-Pascal Delamuraz 1006 Lausanne.
- The boarding point is a 5-minute walk from the metro station 'Ouchy Olympique.'
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- The best way to enjoy the beauty of Lake Geneva is to go on a restful 3-hour circular cruise.
- Start your journey from Lausanne Ouchy and sail away on a paddle steamer.
- To your left, treat your eyes to the most beautiful part of Lake Geneva, the spectacular Lavaux Vineyards.
- As Switzerland's largest contiguous vineyard area, this UNESCO region is a sight to behold.
- Move on to see both the Swiss and French Alps. As you cruise towards Chillon Castle, soak in the unique views of the region.
- You will also make quick stops in Vevey and Montreux, better known as the “Pearls of the Swiss Riviera.”
- For lunch, you are welcome to dine onboard (make sure to book your table in advance) before you head back to Lausanne.
Inclusions
- 3-hour cruise from Lausanne in the selected travel class (1st or 2nd class).
Exclusions
- Food and drinks are not included. You can buy snacks and drinks onboard. At lunch it is possible to eat onboard. It is mandatory to book your table in advance
- Infants aged 0-5yrs go for free. Children aged 6-15yrs, as well as anyone with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) aged 16yrs and above, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Your boarding point is at Lausanne Ouchy Pier - 1.
- Address: Quai Jean-Pascal Delamuraz 1006 Lausanne.
- The closest metro station is Ouchy Olympique, a 5-min walk to the pier.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Immerse yourself in the enchanting Lake Geneva region on a full-day guided tour with round-trip transfers to landmarks like Chillon's Castle and Lavaux.
- An expert guide will accompany you to these lakeside alpine towns, starting with Corsier-sur-Vevey and Chaplin’s World, a museum on the legendary actor.
- Stop by the UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards of Lavaux and delight in a cheese and wine tasting session with gorgeous views.
- Bask in the musical legacy of the resort town Montreux, a spot frequented by celebs like Ella Fitzgerald, housing a bronze statue of Freddy Mercury.
- Gain entry to the awe-inspiring medieval Chillon Castle, the inspiration for Lord Byron's poem The Prisoner of Chillon, sitting on the lake nearby.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Lake Geneva region
- Round-trip bus transfers from Geneva
- Expert driver and guide
- Entry to Chillon Castle
- Entry to Chaplin’s World
- Visit to Lavaux and Montreux
- Apéritif and local food products
- Geneva
- Vevey
- Chaplin's World
- Lavaux
- Chillon Castle
- Montreux
- Tip: Rock-n-roll fans, this tour includes a chance to visit the old recording studio of the band Queen in Montreux. Ask your guide for more information!
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.