Swiss Riviera Boat Tour

About this experience

The Swiss Riviera Boat Tour is a two-hour lake excursion departing from Quai Edouard-Jaccoud in Lausanne, taking passengers along the northern shore of Lake Geneva through one of Switzerland's most varied stretches of Alpine waterfront. The route passes Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress that dates to the 12th century and sits directly on the lake's edge, as well as the wetland nature reserve at the eastern end of the shore. The surrounding Alps form a continuous backdrop, with forested slopes running down to the water's edge for much of the crossing. During the two hours on the water, the boat moves through a series of small lakeside villages that line the Lausanne and Montreux shoreline, giving passengers a close view of the architecture and vineyards that characterise this part of western Switzerland. The Lavaux vineyard terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are visible from the water between Lausanne and Vevey. Tickets cover the full two-hour circuit and are non-transferable once the departure date has passed, so cancellations must be made before the scheduled date. Note that the vessel is not wheelchair accessible.

Highlights

• Two-hour boat tour along the northern shore of Lake Geneva
• Departs from Quai Edouard-Jaccoud in central Lausanne
• Pass Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress dating to the 12th century
• Views of the Alps with forested slopes running to the waterline
• Route takes in a wetland nature reserve at the eastern shore

What is included

• 2-hour Swiss Riviera tour

Before you go

Arrival and timing Make your way to Quai Edouard-Jaccoud and arrive in good time before departure. The tour runs for two hours, so factor this into your day when planning onward arrangements. During your visit The tour takes place on an open-water vessel, so dress for the weather and consider bringing a layer, as conditions on the lake can be cooler than on shore. Photography is welcomed throughout, though be mindful of other passengers when moving around the deck to get a shot. Food and drink policies vary by operator, so check with the crew on board if you plan to bring your own refreshments. As this is a moving vessel departing on a fixed schedule, late arrivals cannot be accommodated once the boat has left the quay, so punctuality is important.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to the day of the experience.