Private Excursion From Geneva to Montreux and Chillon Castle

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.

Not far from Ouchy Castle is the Olympic Museum. It is one of the most famous 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 pass you the entrance tickets as well as the Audio Guide (or access to the Audio Guide on your smartphone) the planned visit is audio-guided. At the end of the tour he will drive you back to the car for the rest of the tour. Important Review: The Olympic Museum is closed every year exceptionally on 1 January, 23, 24, 25 and 31 December. If you book the excursion on one of these dates, the Driver/Guide will offer you a visit to another Attraction according to your taste.

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.

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.

Chillon Castle is the main tourist Attraction of this excursion, as it is the most visited historical monument in Switzerland. The castle was built in the thirteenth century to control the passage along Lake Geneva. It served in times as an arsenal, prison and residence of the Counts of Savoy. The outside of the castle also deserves the attention of visitors who take pictures of it, walking around and enjoying the view. This being the last visit the return to Geneva will be by motorway, about one hour journey. Important review: Chillon Castle is closed every year exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th. If you book the excursion on one of these dates, the Driver/Guide will offer you a visit to another Attraction according to your taste.