Lausanne

Tours

Our most recommended Lausanne Tours

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  1. From Geneva: Swiss Riviera Tour

  This tour will give you the chance to enjoy the beauty of the Swiss Riviera at Lake Geneva (or Leman, as it is also known), while giving you the option to tailor the trip to your needs and interests.  Starting from Geneva, you will board a comfortable coach and drive through the Vaud countryside, passing Lausanne and stopping at Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exquisite wine production. During the spring and summer months, you will also have the chance to visit a vineyard there, where local wine will be served.  Leaving Lavaux, the next stop will be Vevey. Take an overall tour of the city, the Nestlé headquarters, the covered market, and have some free time for lunch. This is also where you will have the option to discover Chapin’s World — a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the artist and man. Go on an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical wor...

  I consider the 'Swiss Riviera' tour an absolute "must do", for anyone visiting Geneva! Every turn along the journey left me smiling. Indeed, the absolute beauty of this region is something both unique and special!

  Reviewed by Jerome, United States, 7/15/2021
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  2. From Geneva: Swiss Riviera Private Tour

  Embark on a guided tour along Lake Geneva, with stops at several beautiful locations. Start with pickup from Geneva and travel along the shores of the lake through the Vaud countryside. Enjoy a photo stop at the Olympic Museum of Lausanne, which is the symbol of the city.  Continue towards the town of Corsier sur-Vevey. Enjoy some free time to explore this charming village where Charlie Chaplin lived for several years. You have the option of visiting Chaplin's World Museum to learn more about his life and see a collection of memorabilia. Then, enjoy a ride through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lavaux, known for its beautiful terraced vineyards.  In the afternoon, visit the town of Montreaux, a glamorous resort popular with international travelers. You can also visit Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress is located on a beautiful small island near the town. After exploring Montreaux, ...

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  3. Lausanne: Self-Guided Boat Excursion to Evian

  Explore Evian and stunning lake Geneva on this excursion by boat. Begin your self-guided tour from Lausanne and cruise on beautiful Lake Geneva towards the little town of Evian.  Reach this gem on the shore of the lake in about 35 minutes. Once the boat docks, hop off and start exploring at your own pace. Walk through the small streets and little allies of the quiet town, stop at a cafe or visit some of the local shops. Discover the beautiful lake promenade and marvel at the breathtaking views of this stunning landscape. You can also take the historic funicular to enjoy a beautiful view on the shores of the lake. If you visit between May and September, you can see the art nouveau Source Cachat, the first Evian water source, and enjoy a free glass of the world-famous Evian water. Soak up the atmosphere of this charming place.

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  4. Lausanne: Walking Tour with a Local Guide

  Discover Lausanne during a short tour and learn about the history of the city with a local guide. Meet your guide in front of the Cathedral and start the tour from there. Explore Lausanne through the eyes of a local, and discover what everyday life is like and find out where the city gets its characteristic ambience from. Discover parks, monuments, and historical architecture. Get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your stay.

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  5. Montreux: Swiss Fondue Experience with Panoramic Tour

  Your one-of-a-kind fondue experience will begin with a spectacular panoramic tour of the Swiss Alps in a unique panoramic tour bus. Sit back and relax, enjoying a beverage of your choice onboard in comfort while you indulge in stunning views of the deep blue lake and endless mountains of the Alps and the Lavaux Hills, an experience like no other.  After ascending 1150 meters, you’ll arrive at an elegant restaurant where you’ll be seated and treated to a delicious traditional Swiss fondue and locally sourced wine, all while overlooking the lake, the mountains, and the Montreux Riviera. After dining in style you’ll be dropped back at your hotel relaxed and satisfied.

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  6. Panoramic Cheese Tour to Gruyère with Fondue Tasting

  Explore the picture-perfect region of Gruyère on board a panoramic bus, paired with a cheese fondue tasting in a Swiss chalet nestled in the mountains.   After pickup from your accommodation between Lausanne and Montreux, travel in a spacious and comfortable bus to Gruyère, a region of central Switzerland. Through the bus’s panoramic windows, admire its rolling green landscapes and the peaks of the Fribourg pre-Alps. Pass through medieval towns with charming cobble-stoned streets and traditional Swiss architecture. As you go, your tour guide will explain to you all there is to know about Gruyère and the history of Swiss cheese making.   You’ll then arrive at a typical Swiss chalet to savor in a delicious and typical Swiss fondue, paired with a glass of wine. After this perfect indulgence, you’ll board the bus again to be dropped off at your accommodation.

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  7. Geneva: Lausanne, Montreux & Chateau Chillon Tour

  The Olympic Museum (Musée Olympique)  The Olympic Museum in Lausanne-Ouchy celebrates the Olympic movement including the history of the games, its organization and of course athletes. The museum is modern with many interactive displays complimenting the wide range of items directly related to the games, its organizers, and the athletes.  Montreux  Montreux town is nestled in a sheltered Lake Geneva bay, surrounded by vineyards and against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Known to many as the city of music and famed for its international Jazz festival, Montreux is a wonderful city to visit. Its lakeside promenade is bursting with flowers & scents that create the perfect photo opportunity.  Château de Chillon  Chillon Castle is located on the banks of Lake Geneva on a very small island. The water castle is the most visited historic building in Switzerland. For nearly fo...

  the scenarios, the choice for restaurant and cafe and the professionalism of the tour guide

  Reviewed by Faezah, 10/10/2019
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  8. Lausanne, Montreux and Chillon: Private Trip from Geneva

  Your driver-guide will meet you at any location convenient to you in Geneva. In the course of this trip you will have an opportunity to admire the breath-taking landscape of the Swiss countryside as you travel through Lausanne, the cultural center of Switzerland. When you arrive, take a short city tour, enjoy the exhibits of the Olympic Museum, or stroll along the shore of Geneva Lake. While driving along the shoreline of the lake, enjoy the fascinating views of the one of the most beautiful roads in Switzerland. It will take less than an hour to arrive at the impressive Chateau de Chillon, an amazing lakeside castle, the most famous one in the country. Take a guided tour through the castle discovering the important historical background of the Chateau de Chillon. Afterwards disembark at the town of Montreux to see a glamorous tourist resort associated with rock legend, Freddie Mercury...

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  9. Lausanne: Private Airport Transfer to or from GVA

  Whether your trip is just beginning or coming to an end, ensure a hassle-free holiday from start to finish when you book your airport transfer service in advance. Avoid long taxi lines, busy public transport, and language barrier confusions, then simply sit back and relax on your trip to or from your Lausanne accommodation and GVA Airport. Your private transfer service is tailored to suit your every need, whether you’re traveling in a bigger group or with extra luggage. To further ensure a relaxed transfer experience, you will receive a text message shortly before your scheduled pickup with your booking reference, a customer service number, and your driver's name and contact details. When you book your private transfer, remember to include your flight details as your driver will track your flight so that he’ll be there to greet you no matter what. For arrivals to GVA Airport, collect y...

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  10. From Lausanne: Swiss Riviera Tour

  Start your tour of the Swiss Riviera at Lake Geneva, leaving from Lausanne on a comfortable motorcoach. Enjoy a drive through the Vaud countryside to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lavaux known for its exquisite wine production, also called The Wine Road. In spring and summer the tour will stop to visit a vineyard and taste some local wine. Leaving Lavaux you'll continue to Vevey. Here you'll have a chance to Discover Chaplin’s World, a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the actor, filmmaker, and composer. Embark on an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical world of cinema. Afterwards, if you've chosen the option for the lake cruise you will board an old steamer boat called the Belle Epoque. The cruise will pass through the beautiful scenery of Lake Geneva on the way to the Castle of Chillon, built during the 11th-century. If you did not select the cruise option you...