Winter Tour: Montreux & Chaplin's World from Lausanne
About this activity
Highlights
- Stroll along Montreux's lakeside promenade
- Visit the iconic Chillon Castle
- Explore Chaplin's World museum
- See the Freddie Mercury statue
- Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Geneva
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Lausanne
- Guided tour of Montreux's lakeside promenade
- Admission to Chaplin's World museum
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Admire the beautiful views on the lake leman, with the Alps in the landscape
Discover Chaplin’s World in the morning - a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the artist and the man. Enjoy an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical world of cinema, designed by Grévin. For the next 1 hour 30 minutes, prepare to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century through the sets of his greatest films at this Hollywood-style Studio.
This UNESCO site is unique with vineyards on terraces. Snap a picture of the land of the 3 suns in this memorable land.
Experience Chillon Castle and visit this historical landmark for about an hour. Chateau de Chillon has a beautiful location on a small island in the far western end of Lake Geneva between Montreux and Villeneuve. This romantic castle was long of strategic importance in controlling trade in the Lake Geneva region. The dungeons inspired Lord Byron's writings.
Feel the atmosphere of Montreux on a free time- a glamorous tourist resort - where you'll spend approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to savor a tasty lunch (at own expense). Feel the atmosphere of all the great artists who have visited this place such as Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, BB King, Ray Charles and many more. The emblem of the city is the statue of Freddy Mercury who once said, "If you want peace of soul, you should come to Montreux." This artist, who lived several years in Montreux recorded his last album with the group Queen, "Made in Heaven," in the Mountain Studio, which is inside the casino. You will have the chance to visit Queen’s old recording studio and time to wander through the streets full of fancy shops and landmarks of the famous jazz festival.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; other language options may be available upon request
- Children under 6 years old may join for free; please confirm in advance
- Tour may be subject to weather conditions; cancellations or modifications can occur
Know before you go
- Dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes
- Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
À very beautiful day
We had a pleasant day with Rogers and we received a lot of information about the places we visited. He is funny and profesional guy!
David was a great host...
David was a great host and very accommodating. He was flexible with the itinerary and had insight into each museum. We got to spend a bit of extra time at Chaplin’s World and at Chillon which made the visits more relaxed. Both were great to see. We did have trouble with the meeting location in Lausanne and were afraid we would miss the bus. The address given did not make sense as it wanted us to go down a hill basically through traffic. A photo of the meeting spot would have been very helpful. We deduced the correct spot but feared it was wrong.
Worth the money
Worth the money and the time. You will get to see many places and learn about them. The small bus was very comfortable and Norman, the guide, was excellent.
Beautiful sights, a friendly and helpful tour guide
A very friendly and personable tour guide. He was Knowledgeable and willing to share history of the places we visited. Beautiful sights, including Chaplins world and a medieval Chateau, a visit to the town of Vevey and the beautiful Montreux. Enough time at each location to wander around and explore on our own. The beauty of Lec Lehman and the surrounding mountains is indescribable in words.
Great visit, would highly recommend
Guide (David) and driver (sorry not remembering his name), were very professional and also down to earth. Everything ran smoothly even when there were issues no one could control, like road closure. Very good communication about drop off and pick up points, as well as location of toilets, cafés, etc. Great way to see several beautiful sites in one day. I’m traveling for work so I was solo, but still had a good time with other people on the tour. If I have time, I will definitely schedule another experience this group.