Round trip cruise from Vevey to Chillon
3.5
Round trip cruise from Vevey to Chillon
By CGN
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This 2-hour cruise offers you an exceptional view of the Vaudoise Riviera with the towns of Montreux and Vevey but also of the Alps and the Lavaux vineyards (UNESCO Heritage).
Enjoy the spectacular arrival at the Château de Chillon landing stage.
Relax aboard a Belle Epoque boat and let the landscape scroll.
At noon it is possible to eat on board (reservation required). The meal is to be paid on site.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 500 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
- Restroom on board
What's not included- Lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Soda/Pop
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Start:
- Vevey-Marché, 1800 Vevey, SwitzerlandThe landing stage is at the end of the Place du Marché. Maria Belgia platform 2
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 288471P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 288471P4
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- Boris_Idelchik0 contributionsToo bad to be trueIt's very angry feedback, sorry. According to the timetable + Internet confirmation, the last boat should take us and about twenty other passengers from Chillon to Lausanne, etc. at 16:15. However the boat didn't arrive at all. No notification was sent to phones, no info and compensations. Many people lost their tickets, were forced to approach their hotels by their own. I travel a lot, however never met such poor customer orientation. The deepest disappointmentWritten 4 October 2024
- Nomad372981554400 contributionsWas a simple boat tour on Geneva lakeThere was no audio even though I paid for an audioguided tour The views were spectacular but I had no clue what I was looking atWritten 6 September 2024
- vikasmanghnani0 contributionsnot good experienceWe booked this cruise as it mentioned it had an audio guide. but our experience was not good as the cruise did not have the audio guide and we were unable to know about the history and other info of the places which we were passing by while sailing in the cruiseWritten 23 August 2024
- Nicola_W_01080 contributionsSet sail on a scenic steamer!Easy to purchase tickets at the Jardin Anglais booth. Didn’t realise that we could have pre-downloaded an audio guide to have accessed some commentary - this wasn’t mentioned at the ticket office when booking, or on the boat. There was no queuing system when waiting to board the boat - we waited by one of the chains which appeared to be an entrance, however the staff pulled across another chain instead, so we ended up being pushed further back by other customers. Lots of people surged forward all at once, then had to try condensing into single file for tickets to be checked. Very inefficient and could have been managed better. The boat was nice and the padded covers made the seats more comfortable. We enjoyed the experience of being on a paddle steamer, and loved feeling the breeze from the lake during the journey. It was generally scenic and peaceful. I believe there should be messages on the boat reminding passengers to be courteous towards others, as despite having deckchairs, two women decided to stand up directly in front of where we were sat, for around an hour! This was very selfish and inconsiderate of them, as this obscured our view and impacted somewhat on our experience. Drinks and snacks seemed reasonably priced. Toilets appeared fairly clean, but had an unpleasant smell. The interior of the vessel was nicely decorated and felt authentic.Written 31 July 2024
- champeg20190 contributionsNo Audio no guideNo audio No guide. It was just a boat ride around in a. Circle. Pretty lake ofcourse. I also had trouble getting my tickets emailed from TripAdvisor. I had a confirmation number. At first the boat co said they couldn't help but then changed their mind and let us on.Written 28 July 2024
- WendyN6700 contributionsA disappointing experienceIt was a fine boat ride but the audio was very difficult to download and then ran out in the middle of the trip. And it was frequently ahead or behind where we were. We were tired and so just riding on the boat was fine. But I don’t recommend this at all.Written 16 July 2024
- Krosterhus0 contributionsConfusingNice boat ride on Lake Geneva. There was no audio guide. The drop off point is by the Ferris wheel, not the original meeting point. Beautiful paddle boat.Written 13 June 2024
- ivandZ9958BA0 contributionsHappy daysBest way to see geneva!!! Thank you CGN and Gabriel great informative would not have seen all Wed seen and with all its historical information.Written 28 April 2024
- jaynelF1442QY0 contributionsNo audioAdequate. Audio didn’t work. Nothing available to tell you what you were passing. Mildly interesting- wouldn’t recommendWritten 16 March 2024
- 539sharimas0 contributionsDon’t do itNo audio and expensive drinks menu Never got no information about the history of Geneva,Boat was clean and toilets. Rather book somewhere elseWritten 17 February 2024
- robertsomerville0 contributionsMissed the boatWe missed the boat! Got to Montreux with plenty of time to spare but the Christmas market made parking a nightmare,no spaces in the municipal car park,so had a long,slow walk through the crowds. So disappointing for the kids but we enjoyed the market stalls which helped make up for it. Maybe try again next time we visit.Written 25 December 2023
- Drivad0 contributionsDon’t forget to download the CGN app!Pretty good! As other reviews have mentioned, download the CGN app in advance, as you’ll need to download about 200mb of data to do the audio tour, but if you come well prepared then it’s an interesting and scenic way to spend an hour!Written 11 November 2023
- JMK-Pittsburgh0 contributionsSkip the ExtrasMy wife and I took a Rivera Cruise with wine tasting. Based on their website I was expecting 3 wines and some charcuterie. I didn’t get the charcuterie but got double-sized wine servings so I guess it evened out. The cruise itself was fine but I regret the wine tasting. I think the website is the problem but it could have been the bartender. I couldn’t tell because the bartender didn’t speak English. The company seems to be a water taxi operator that tries to make a few bucks off of tourists. Stick with the basic cruises and don’t bother with the extras. .Written 5 October 2023
- dickeek0 contributionsGusto Geyser!Great value for the money. Wish the meetup instructions were a little more definitive. Turns out there are two pickup points. The audio download guide was awesome.Written 1 October 2023
- g450000 contributionsLeisurely day outWe took a day trip from Lausanne to Evian and back. It was free with our Swiss Travel pass. There are multiple sailings per day. We left at 11 am, had a wander round the town, a delicious lunch and a ride in the funiculaire and were in plenty of time to catch the 2:45 return sailing. A very laidback trip on a nice day.Written 26 September 2023
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Karen M
Kirkwall, UK1,298 contributions
The internet advised to book this trip early, however, you can hop on & off the boat at various stops, just check the CGN schedule. As you also get discount tickets when staying in the area, another reason to wait till you get to Switzerland.
That said - I suspect it could be busy in the summer months.
We got on at Vevey (paddle steamer Italie) & had 2 hour cruise along the shore to Montreux ( it stops before here & also at Montreux) Then Chateaux de Chillon before heading towards the other side of the lake. Another couple of stops then directly back across to Vevey.
Very comfortable facilities. Worth the little extra for First class,as better seating & lounge.
That said - I suspect it could be busy in the summer months.
We got on at Vevey (paddle steamer Italie) & had 2 hour cruise along the shore to Montreux ( it stops before here & also at Montreux) Then Chateaux de Chillon before heading towards the other side of the lake. Another couple of stops then directly back across to Vevey.
Very comfortable facilities. Worth the little extra for First class,as better seating & lounge.
Written 5 September 2023
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Saitama, Japan1,389 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Shortly after leaving Vevey, you can see the fork piercing Lake Geneva in front of the Alimentarium from the lake side. The slopes of the Lavaux region were also beautiful.
I was able to spend a relaxing time in this Swiss resort. I really got a sense of the richness of Switzerland. Even if the finish line wasn't Château de Sion, it was a satisfying cruise.
I was able to spend a relaxing time in this Swiss resort. I really got a sense of the richness of Switzerland. Even if the finish line wasn't Château de Sion, it was a satisfying cruise.
Written 22 August 2023
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essie s
Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland85 contributions
Jun 2022
My 3rd season as a Horizon member. I love the Italie!!! And the service crew is exceptional. I had a wonderful cruise and lunch last week. Franck and Sophie were so professional...The service in the dining room is 1st class!!! Thank you!
Written 12 June 2022
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essie s
Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland85 contributions
Sept 2021 • Solo
The beautiful boat, good lunch and excellent service! Thank you thé thé professional service staff; Frank, Sophie!
Written 17 September 2021
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