2-Hour Riviera Cruise from Vevey

A 2-hour cruise is just enough time to discover the beauty of Switzerland from aboard its shimmering waters. At the Vevey pier, you'll board a historic paddle steamer and depart towards the city of Montreux. As you sail upon Lake Geneva, you'll notice stunning views of the Swiss and French Alps envelop around you. You'll then see the famous Chillon Castle: one of Switzerland's most visited historic monuments.

Feel free to deboard here and explore the castle further on your own (note that entry into this attraction is not included in the price of your ticket and must be self-sponsored). Whenever you're done, reboard the paddle steamer and head back to the Vevey pier, the beginning of your tour. This boat has several departure timings during the day, so you needn't worry about time restrictions at the castle. You'll sail past the towns of Villeneuve, Le Bouveret, and St Gingolph on your way back, and have extensive views of the famous Lavaux vineyards on the shore.

2-Hour Riviera Cruise from Vevey

Dive into a mesmerizing journey along Switzerland’s idyllic coast as you glide past breathtaking panoramas on an iconic paddle steamer boat, visiting the historic Chillon Castle where medieval charm meets modern elegance, exploring charming villages nestled between verdant vineyards and majestic mountains. This cruise is crafted for explorers of serene landscapes, devotees of historical landmarks, and seekers of tranquil waterscapes, offering a window into Switzerland’s rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural heritage. With panoramic views from the upper deck available upon request, this voyage weaves together the romance of travel and the serenity of nature, creating unforgettable moments to cherish while acknowledging that each journey is a unique encounter with time.

Discovering Chillon Castle Medieval Charm

Experience Chillon Castle during the tour’s highlight segment where the boat docks for you to step onto its stone ramparts and delve into centuries of history. As part of your comprehensive itinerary, this castle showcases a blend of architectural grandeur and historical significance, with its imposing towers reflecting on Lake Geneva calm waters like whispers from the past. Marvel at the intricate stonework that tells tales of knights and nobles who once called these walls home, while also discovering the serene beauty of the castle’s gardens and courtyards that offer a peaceful escape from bustling modern life.

Wandering Through Vevey Charming Villages

Access Vevey charming villages included in the tour package, enabling you to explore quaint streets lined with colorful houses and rustic shops. These villages represent the tour’s centerpiece where visitors can immerse themselves in a slice of Switzerland’s rural life, from sampling local cheeses at roadside stalls to admiring the intricate details of Swiss chalet architecture that dot the landscape like fairy tale cottages amidst rolling hills.

Experiencing The Alps' Majestic Landscapes

Visit the Swiss and French Alps as part of your scenic cruise, featuring some of the world’s most breathtaking mountain ranges. This tour’s unique selling point is its ability to provide a vantage point from which you can appreciate the scale and beauty of nature grandeur, with panoramic views that stretch across snowy peaks and deep valleys like a canvas painted by nature itself.

Tour Highlights

• Set sail from Vevey pier towards Montreux spectacular
• Visit Chillon Castle historic landmark included comprehensive
• Explore Swiss Alps stunning mountain ranges highest viewpoint
• Discover charming villages picturesque streets quaint authentic
• Feel free to deboard castle explore further own pace optional
• Reboard boat back Vevey pier departure times daily convenient

Emerge for explorers of serene coastlines, devotees of historic landmarks, and seekers of tranquil waterscapes, this 2-hour cruise weaves together the romance of travel through Switzerland’s idyllic Riviera like a tapestry of enchanting moments. Crafting memories that unfold like chapters in a timeless story, each turn reveals new wonders to cherish forever.