Top 10 Tours in Lausanne, Canton of Vaud

November 27, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Lausanne was once an intellectual capital, attracting great thinkers such as Rousseau and Voltaire. Today it is a haven for those who love water skiing, swimming and sailing. The International Olympic Committee is even headquartered here. The town's history is evident, though, in its medieval cathedral, the museums of the Palais de Rumine, and Ouchy, the port where Lord Byron wrote "The Prisoner of Chillon" and the Treaty of Lausanne was ratified. For great views, hike up to the Signal de Sauvabelin.
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1. Swiss Riviera Tour : Lausanne, Montreux & Chateau Chillon

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Explore the beautiful Swiss cities of Lausanne and Montreux on this relaxing and scenic day trip from Geneva. You’ll drive through the beautiful Swiss countryside, enjoy free time in Lausanne and Montreux, and take a tour of the famous Château de Chillon, a stunning castle that sits on Lake Geneva. This truly memorable trip highlights the very best of the Swiss Riviera. You can also choose to take a boat cruise between two cities.

Inclusions: Private vehicle and driver for 9 hours., Door to door transport from Geneva to the Swiss Riviera and return using executive style mini bus with air conditioning, Wi-fi & bottled water., Add on Package Options available

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance tickets to the attractions (Chateau and Olympic Museum), Boat cruise Tickets (if you would like to take a boat cruise)

Reviewed By WilliamCarruthers111

Looking down on the people they looked like ants Had a lovely picnic by the side of the mountain And the children built a snowman ⛄️ Well worth the trip One tip take a flask and a wee dram of whiskey as the wind was a chiller to the bones.

2. Les Jewels of Jura - all-inclusive wine and culinary day-tour

Lausanne, Switzerland Drink Moi
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The Jura/Comté region is one of France’s best kept secrets. Its geography and climate make for some intriguing still and sparkling wines that have sated the appetites of even the harshest critics. Now it’s your turn to soak up the sights, smells and sparkles of this hidden gem with this all-inclusive tour. The hosted, day-long experience, takes in the best of the region, enjoying wine tastings and cave visits, plus enjoying a sumptuous lunch with local wines. Tour Highlights: Small group experience (maximum 7 guests) Hosted by a qualified wine professional and writer All-inclusive package – includes drinks, tastings and entrance fees Learn about winemaking and local grape varieties Meet fellow lovers of wine and cuisine Comfortable transport provided Notes: Combining of groups possible. Due to tailored nature of tour, booking at least 5-days in advance is recommended *Also available with overnight option*

Inclusions: three-course lunch with wine included, Private transportation, Wine/food tastings

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Eindhoven2000

Our host, Marc, arranged a great tour - on e-bike - through the Swiss scenery. Visiting several wine makers. Marc is a great host and very knowledgeable on wines. We felt very welcome on each of the locations that we visited. Great wines to taste, food and wonderful views while cycling through the mountains. Great experience, highly recommended!

3. Day Trip to Vevey, Montreux, Chillon from Geneva

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Discover the Swiss Riviera, enjoy the unique landscape of this famous area! Discover the cities of Montreux, Vevey, the Lavaux vineyards of the UNESCO listed and Enjoy the visit of the Castle of Chillon.

Inclusions: Transportation, Guide if more than 10 people or Driver guide for small group, Chateau de Chillon ticket, Photo stop in Lavaux Unesco site, Free time in Vevey, Appetizer with local food

Exclusions: Chaplin's World, Lunch

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

4. Medieval Lausanne: Tour this historic city & its architecture on an audio walk

Rue du Pont 30, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland VoiceMap Lausanne
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Immerse yourself in centuries of Lausanne's stories, and make your own memories in the Old Town on this self-guided GPS audio tour. Lausanne is a wonderful mix of old and new, where people from many walks of life and cultures come together. Explore its history, from the Iron Age through to the present and stop in at all the major sights, spanning centuries. Author and academic, Sonja Holverson, guides you on this walk through the VoiceMap app. Sonja taught tourism marketing at an applied sciences university in Lausanne. As an ex-pat living in Switzerland, Sonja enjoys writing and publishing articles about Swiss travel tips, events, and culture making her the perfect guide for this city walk.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food and drink, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

5. Hot Baths in the Mountains

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Spend 3 hours in natural hot baths Whirlpools, massage jets, swan-necks, waterfalls, sauna, hammams Take advantage of the virtues of thermal baths sourcing in the Alps Relax in indoor and outdoor pools surrounded by mountains The pictures are not contractual. Our motto is "In the best place at the best time" : the Baths location will be chosen by our guides at the last minute, depending on what fits best for you, on the location of your hotel or on the weather (baths can be located between Geneva and Sion). The decision can also be taken directly with you, if you have a specific request.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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6. Swiss Dinner in an Igloo tour with transport & shopping opportunities

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Located in the heart of the Swiss Alps, on the shores of the Geneva Lake, travelers will be able to enjoy what the Swiss love to do the most : eat melted cheese! Passengers will have the chance to do that in the unique atmosphere of an Igloo Alps Adventure Academy will pick you in your hotel lobby and bring them to the uniqueness of Switzerland!

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7. Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk

Lutry, Gare, 1095 Lutry, Switzerland Drink Moi
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The UNESCO registered terraces of Lavaux are a site to behold. Dating back more than 600 years, the region is renowned for not only its panoramic views of Lake Geneva but also its sought after wines. In this easy and fascinating afternoon walking tour, you will discover the many stories and history of this region and sample wines from local winemakers. You will learn the art of wine-tasting and appreciation, whilst uncovering the enigma of Swiss wine and leave with many tales to tell of this beautiful region.

Inclusions: Local wine-tasting, A charcuterie platter or similar

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Eindhoven2000

Our host, Marc, arranged a great tour - on e-bike - through the Swiss scenery. Visiting several wine makers. Marc is a great host and very knowledgeable on wines. We felt very welcome on each of the locations that we visited. Great wines to taste, food and wonderful views while cycling through the mountains. Great experience, highly recommended!

8. The Olympic Museum Entrance Ticket in Lausanne

The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique)
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At The Olympic Museum, learning is about having fun and experimenting. We do everything we can to trigger interest and spark action. More than ever, scientific and cultural endeavour play a part in the Games, strengthening their influence inf the modern world.

Inclusions: Entrance to permanent and temporary exhibitions , Use of digital content

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Food and drinks, Guided tour

Reviewed By JanLinksGroningen

This is a great museum and the park is also great. Absolute a must see in Lausanne. The statues in the park are great. Kids love it also

9. Riviera line to Lausanne, Cruise to Montreux with optional olympic museum

SwissTours, Rue François-Bonivard 8, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
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Discover Lausanne, Montreux and take a cruise on Geneva lake where you can view a protected site (Lavaux Vineyard Terraces) by UNESCO as world heritage.

Inclusions: Bus trip from Geneva to Lausanne, Cruise from Lausanne to Montreux, Bus from Montreux to Geneva, Free time in Lausanne and Montreux, Olympic museum (if option selected)

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10. Montreux and Château de Chillon from Lausanne

Avenue de Rhodanie 2, 1007 Lausanne, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Discover the Swiss riviera through different cities situated by Lake Geneva. Vevey, Montreux and the castle of Chillon will make you travel through time. Understand all the artists, writers as Victor Hugo, Jean Jacques Rousseau or music artists as Led Zeppelin, Deep purple or Queen who fell in love with the riviera.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Photo stop in Lavaux UNESCO Site, Feel the atmosphere of Montreux jazz city during your free time, Experience Queen's mountain studio record, Visit Vevey, city of Nestlé and Charlie Chaplin (included in winter not summer), Bottled water, Chillon castle

Exclusions: Boat cruise, Chaplin's world

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

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