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Boat cruising on Central Europe’s largest inland lake every which way. Passengers can embark and disembark on the Swiss as well as the French side of the lake.

The Belle Époque boats have been navigating Central Europe’s largest inland lake for 140 years and offer fantastic cruises between France and Switzerland. The views from the boat extend from harbours and castles (Chillon, Morges, Rolle, Yvoire among others) over vineyards (Lavaux UNESCO and La Côte) to the snow-covered summits of the Swiss and Savoyan Alps. The boat landings are starting points for many exploration activities like city tours (Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey).

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Top 5 Boat Tours & Cruises in Lake Geneva, Switzerland

Explore the beauty of Lake Geneva with our curated selection of the best boat tours and cruises. Whether you’re seeking breathtaking views or cultural insights, embark on unforgettable boat tours in Lake Geneva experiences. From scenic journeys past iconic landmarks to immersive experiences with multilingual guides, find your perfect adventure on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.

Welcome to the breathtaking shores of Lake Geneva, where the serene waters beckon adventurers to embark on unforgettable boat tours and cruises. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland, Lake Geneva, also known as Lac Léman, offers a mesmerizing setting for exploration and relaxation alike.

As one of the largest lakes in Western Europe, Lake Geneva boasts a rich tapestry of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and scenic wonders. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, lush vineyards, and charming lakeside towns, this magnificent body of water captivates visitors with its ethereal charm and timeless allure.

Our journey begins amidst the elegance of Geneva, the cosmopolitan heart of Switzerland , where travelers can set sail on a variety of boat tours and cruises to uncover the hidden gems of Lake Geneva. From leisurely sightseeing cruises to thrilling excursions to historic landmarks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on these captivating voyages.

Join us as we reveal the top 5 boat tours and cruises that showcase the splendor of Lake Geneva in all its glory. From the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain to the majestic Mont Blanc towering in the distance, each tour promises unparalleled views and unforgettable experiences that will leave you enchanted by the beauty of this magnificent destination. So, pack your bags and prepare to embark on an adventure of a lifetime as we explore Lake Geneva’s top boat tours and cruises .

1. Boat Tour In Lake Geneva: 50-Minute Lake Geneva Cruise

Embark on a captivating journey through Geneva aboard a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva . Marvel at the majestic Mont-Blanc mountain and the breathtaking Swiss Alps while soaking in fascinating insights about the area through your audio guide.

Enhance your experience by downloading the CGN Tours app, providing you with all the essential information right at your fingertips. Cruise from Pierres du Niton to Pointe à la Bise , passing iconic landmarks like the renowned Jet d’Eau fountain and notable buildings such as the UN headquarters.

As you glide along, revel in the beauty of meticulously maintained gardens lining the lake’s shores and the enchanting flora and fauna surrounding you. Conclude your voyage back at the dock, completing an unforgettable exploration of Lake Geneva’s scenic splendour.

About this Activity

• Free Cancellation : Enjoy the flexibility of cancelling up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Reserve Now & Pay Later : Secure your spot without immediate payment, keeping your travel plans flexible.
• Duration : 50 minutes
• Audio Guide Included : Delve into the tour’s narration available in French, German, English, and Chinese through the provided audio guide.
• Escape the city hustle with a serene 50-minute cruise on Lake Geneva.
• Marvel at panoramic vistas of the lake and the majestic Swiss Alps.
• Access a free app featuring an informative audio guide for an immersive experience.

Customer Reviews

• Overall Rating : 4.3/5 based on 1910 reviews

Price : $21.06 USD per person

Ready to explore Lake Geneva’s wonders? Book your tour now!

2. Boat Tour In Lake Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

Experience Geneva from a fresh angle aboard a scenic cruise. Glide across Lake Geneva and immerse yourself in Swiss beauty, with stunning views of the Alps and Mont Blanc . Meet your friendly crew outside the Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva and hop aboard your boat.

Settle in as you depart from the shore and onto the lake. Sip on a glass of wine and unwind as you soak in the picturesque scenery. Pass by the United Nations Office and the Bain des Paquis before gazing up at the majestic Mont Blanc and the Alps.

• Free Cancellation : Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Reserve Now & Pay Later : Book your spot without immediate payment , keeping your travel plans flexible.
• Duration : 1 hour
• Driver : Available in French and English

• Experience the serene tranquility of Lake Geneva as it gently laps against the shores.
• Marvel at breathtaking vistas of Mont Blanc and the Alps mountain range.
• Enjoy a smooth glass of wine and indulge in some snacks onboard the boat.
• Catch sight of the United Nations Office and the Bain des Paquis from the water.
• Overall Rating : 4.2/5 based on 523 reviews

Price : $32.15 USD per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today.

3. Geneva City Tour and Boat Cruise

Embark on a journey through Geneva’s Old Town and international district with this guided tour. Witness iconic landmarks like Jet d’Eau, St. Pierre’s Cathedral, and the Flower Clock before indulging in a delightful boat cruise.

This 3-hour city tour of Geneva begins with a bus ride to explore the city’s international quarters, where you’ll encounter notable institutions such as the UN, UNESCO, UNICEF, WHO, and ILO. You’ll also visit main tourist attractions like the majestic Jet d’Eau fountain in Lake Geneva and the charming Flower Clock.

Experience Geneva’s rich history through a walking or mini train tour (depending on season, weather, and availability), delving deeper into the Old Town’s fascinating heritage.

Conclude your adventure with a relaxing 1-hour cruise on Lake Geneva.

• Duration : 3 hours
• Host or Greeter : Available in English and French
• Explore Geneva’s Old Town on foot or by mini train (depending on availability).
• Discover the international section of the city, including the United Nations Office.
• Admire Lake Geneva’s iconic Jet d’Eau fountain on both land and water.
• See the exquisite Flower Clock and explore St. Pierre’s Cathedral.
• Overall Rating : 4.2/5 based on 280 reviews

Price : $94.23 USD per person

Don’t miss out! Reserve your place on our unforgettable cruise.

4. From Geneva: Swiss Riviera Tour

Experience the enchanting beauty of Leman Lake and the Swiss Riviera as you journey through the picturesque canton of Vaud. Pass by the charming towns of Vevey and Montreux, soaking in the breathtaking scenery along the way.

This tour offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the splendour of Lake Geneva (also known as Leman) while customizing the trip to suit your preferences. Hop on the coach in Geneva and travel through the scenic Vaud countryside, passing by Lausanne and making a stop at Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional wine production. During the spring and summer seasons, you’ll even have the chance to visit a local vineyard and indulge in some delicious wine tasting.

Continuing your journey, you’ll arrive in Vevey where you’ll enjoy a comprehensive tour of the city, including notable landmarks like the Nestlé headquarters and the covered market. Take some free time to savor a leisurely lunch and explore Chaplin’s World, a captivating homage to the legendary Charlie Chaplin, where you can delve into the magic of cinema through sets inspired by his iconic films.

If you’ve opted for the lake cruise, embark on an unforgettable voyage aboard an old steamer boat to the Castle of Chillon. Perched on the shores of Lake Geneva, this historic castle dates back to the 11th century and is one of Switzerland’s most visited attractions . Guided tours of the castle are available for those who choose this option, while others will be transported directly to the castle by bus.

Your final destination is Montreux, a glamorous resort town steeped in artistic history. Explore the streets that once welcomed legendary figures like Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, BB King, and Ray Charles, and browse through upscale shops and landmarks synonymous with the renowned jazz festival.

• Reserve Now & Pay Later : Book your spot without immediate payment , ensuring flexibility in your travel plans.
• Duration : 8 – 10 hours
• Live Tour Guide : Available in English
• Savor a glass of wine in Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
• Wander through the charming streets of Vevey.
• Explore the famed town of Montreux and follow in the footsteps of music legends.
• Enjoy a scenic lake cruise aboard an old steamboat (if option is selected).
• Marvel at the historic Castle of Chillon.
• Overall Rating : 4.4/5 based on 94 reviews

Price : $176.26 USD per person

Experience Lake Geneva like never before – book now!

5. Sirène Cruise on Lake Geneva

Embark on the Sirène cruise to explore a part of Lake Geneva , with a duration of 1 hour and an audio guide available in 5 languages on the boat.

The departure point for the Sirène cruise is located opposite the Beau-Rivage hotel, with departures scheduled three times a day from Wednesday to Sunday. To ensure environmental sustainability, the company requires a minimum of 10 people for each departure.

During the cruise, you’ll sail past the famous Water Jet and along the shores where you can admire the beautiful properties of COLOGNY and PREGNY-Chambésy. On clear days, you’ll have the opportunity to catch sight of the majestic Mont-Blanc and the French Alps. The cruise also includes a journey into the Rade de Genève to view its iconic Protestant cathedral. Don’t miss out on the chance to enhance your experience with a Zakynthos island boat tour , adding an extra layer of excitement to your adventure.

• Live Tour Guide : Available in French, English, German, Spanish, and Italian
• Audio Guide Included : Available in French, English, German, Spanish, and Italian
• Relax for 1 hour on the stunning Lake Geneva , often regarded as one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe.
• Witness the enchanting mermaid of Lake Geneva.
• Admire the splendid residences along the shores.
• Enjoy the convenience of an audio guide available in 5 different languages.
• Overall Rating : 4.3/5 based on 11 reviews

Price : $16.62 USD per person

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What are the best tours in lake geneva.

• Geneva: 50-Minute Lake Geneva Cruise
• Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
• Geneva: Open-Top Sightseeing Bus Tour
• From Montreux: 2-Hour Riviera Cruise
• Geneva: 2-Hour Tour of International Quarters and Old Town

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What are the best boat tours to do in Lake Geneva with kids?

• Lausanne: 3-Hour Riviera and Lavaux Region Cruise
• From Lausanne: Glacier 3000 Experience Tour
• Switzerland: Private Skiing Day Tour for any level
• Geneva: City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone

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What are the best outdoor activities to do in Lake Geneva?

• Lausanne: 2-Hour Lake Geneva Cruise Along Lavaux Vineyards
• Geneva City Tour and Boat Cruise

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What are the best indoor activities in Lake Geneva for rainy days?

• Geneva: City Pass with 60 Activities
• From Geneva: Swiss Riviera Tour

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What are the most popular museums and exhibitions in Lake Geneva?

• Geneva: Self-Guided Audio Tour
• Geneva’s Time Capsule: A Historic Journey Through the City
• Geneva to: Lausanne Olympic Museum, Boat trip & Evian Tour
• Geneva: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

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Treat yourself to a boat trip on Lake Geneva, the largest inland lake in Central Europe, and explore its picturesque beauty. You can cruise across the lake and explore the fascinating landscape and charming towns along its shores. Whether you want to explore the Swiss or the French side of the lake, the boat allows you to do both.

Romantic cruise on Lake Geneva

The Compagnie Générale de Navigation sur le Lac Léman (CGN) is responsible for passenger shipping on Lake Geneva. It serves over 35 ports along the lake and operates an impressive fleet of motor and steamboats. The largest and best-known ships include the paddle steamer “La Suisse”, the motor vessel “MS Lausanne” and the steamboat “Simplon”.

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Experience the beauty of Lake Geneva with a boat trip on CGN’s ships, which offer a variety of routes. One of the most popular routes is from Geneva to Lausanne and includes stops in the charming towns of Morges and Nyon. From Lausanne, you can also head west to St-Gingolph, stopping off in well-known towns such as Vevey, Montreux, Chillon Castle and Villeneuve. For crossings in the direction of France, there are departures from Lausanne to Évian and Thonon, as well as from Nyon to Yvoire .

The ships of CGN offer you the opportunity to explore Lake Geneva in a comfortable and picturesque way. While on board, you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the lake and its surroundings and let yourself be carried away by the relaxed atmosphere. The CGN passenger boat trip is a wonderful opportunity to discover the sights along Lake Geneva and enjoy unforgettable travel experiences.

Relax on the deck as the ship glides gently over the sparkling water. Enjoy the fresh air and the view of the surrounding landscape, which is characterized by picturesque towns, green hills and majestic mountains. The CGN ships are comfortably equipped and often also offer gastronomic facilities where you can sample local delicacies.

Experience the unique feeling of gliding along the sparkling waters of Lake Geneva while enjoying the majestic surroundings. During the cruise on Lake Geneva, you have the opportunity to hop on and off at various landing stages to explore the sights and attractions along the route. On the Swiss side, for example, you can visit the charming city of Geneva, which is known for its impressive architecture and cultural diversity. On the French side, picturesque towns such as Évian and Thonon-les-Bains, famous for their relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty, await you.

Whether you want to make a short crossing from one side of the lake to the other or take an extended cruise, exploring Lake Geneva by boat offers you a unique perspective on this fascinating region. Immerse yourself in the relaxed atmosphere of the lake and enjoy an unforgettable journey with a boat trip on Lake Geneva as you discover the many facets of Lake Geneva.

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Ferry Boats and Pleasure Cruises from Lausanne on Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva passenger ferry boats connect Lausanne with Evian and Thonon while pleasure cruise boats go to Montreux, Nyon, Yvoire, and Genève.

Lausanne is one of the best departure ports for cruises on Lake Geneva. A large number of ferry and pleasure boats depart from Lausanne-Ouchy while the Alpine background on these cruises are more spectacular than on excursions closer to Geneva. Passenger ferries operate year-round from Lausanne-Ouchy in Switzerland to Evian and Thonon in France. Pleasure cruises frequently sail from Lausanne to other Lac Léman destinations including Montreux, Chillon Castle , Vevey, the Lavaux , Yvoire , Nyon , and Geneva. Lunch, dinner, and event cruises also depart frequently from Lausanne on Lake Geneva.

The cruise seasons on Lake Geneva are:

• High Season / Summer – end June to early September
• Shoulder Season / Spring & Fall – mid-April to end June and early September to late October
• Low Season / Winter – late October to mid-April

Ferries from Lausanne to Evian and Thonon

Ferryboats cross Lake Geneva year-round from Lausanne-Ouchy in Switzerland to Evian-les-Bains and Thonon-les-Bains in France. The Lausanne-Evian ferry is often the only sensible cruise option during the winter season on Lake Geneva. Passenger ferryboats operate up to 13 times per day between Lausanne and Evian. The Lausanne-Evian crossing takes around 35 minutes with sailing generally every 90 minutes every day of the year.

The Lausanne-Thonon crossing takes between 27 (Navibus) and 50 (regular boats) minutes. The Thonon-Lausanne route can see up to 14 crossing on a summer weekday but does not operate on Sunday outside the summer season.

CGN boats do not connect Evian and Thonon. No car ferries operate on Lake Geneva.

• For more details see: Passenger Ferryboats from Lausanne .

Pleasure Boat Cruises from Lausanne on Lake Geneva

CGN pleasure boat cruises from Lausanne follow two main routings: either to the Upper Lake / Montreux area with spectacular Alpine scenery or down to Geneva. Probably the most scenic cruises on Lake Geneva is in the Haute Lac (Upper Lake) area – the part of the lake between Lausanne / Evian and the Montreux / St Gingolph areas. Here the Alps provide a magnificent backdrop to the south while the spectacular UNESCO World Cultural Heritage-listed vineyards of the Lavaux cover the northern banks of the lake. Cruising time from Lausanne is around an hour to Vevey, two hours to Montreux / Chateau de Chillon , and 2h40 to St Gingolph.

In summer, around six cruises are available daily and two during the shoulder season. Further cruises on this route starts from Vevey.

• See Lake Cruises from Vevey and Lausanne for more details on these cruises.

The four-hour Lausanne to Geneva cruise is also very popular, stopping en route at amongst others Nyon and Yvoire . During summer, steamboats connect the two largest Lac Léman cities twice per day in each direction. During the shoulder season, the cruise operates once per day on weekends and national holidays only.

• See Passenger Boats between Geneva and Lausanne for more details.

During the winter season , pleasure boat cruises on Lake Geneva from Lausanne are limited to a lunch cruise to Chateau de Chillon or the passenger ferry services to Evian.

Lunch and Dinner Cruises from Lausanne

Food and drinks are available on almost all boats cruising on Lake Geneva – the Navibus to Thonon is generally the only exception. The first class restaurants on the steamships are particularly pleasant. Food and drink are not included in ticket fares and consumption is not obligatory, except on special cruises. Reservations for lunch and dinner are generally not essential but highly recommended, as the restaurants can sit only a limited number of passengers. Prices are similar to good quality restaurants on land, i.e. not cheap but the quality of food is good. After the main lunch has been served, it is possible to simply have coffee (and cakes) as seats become available again. Picnicking is allowed on the open decks.

During the shoulder and winter seasons, special dinner cruises depart usually on Thursday and Friday from Lausanne at around 19:30. The food is usually a special theme for the year, e.g. cheese fondue, Asian buffet, or gourmet food and wine. Reservations for these cruises are essential.

Boat Landing at Lausanne-Ouchy

All boats on Lake Geneva depart in Lausanne from the boat landing in Lausanne-Ouchy. This lovely lakeside area is quite a distance from downtown Lausanne and the train station. Very steep inclines make this definitely not an easy hike, although it is a pleasant stroll from the boat landing to the Olympic Museum .

The easiest way to reach Lausanne-Ouchy from central Lausanne is to use the Metro. M2 stop Ouchy is right across the road from the boat landings. The one-way fare is CHF3.70 (steep, but so are the hills when walking) but is included in the price of a train ticket if “Mobilis Zone 11” is printed on the ticket.

Tickets for CGN Lake Geneva Boat Cruises

Tickets for CGN Lake Geneva boats may generally be bought anywhere where train tickets are for sale. The simplest is from ticket windows at the boat landings, or when these are close on the boat itself. The price is always the same. (The exception is the Navibus Autocontrol cruises – mostly Lausanne-Thonon ferries – where tickets must be bought before boarding the boats.)

It is also possible to buy most tickets and make boat restaurant reservations online from  CGN .

All regular Swiss transportation system and Swiss Railways discounts may be applied to CGN regular cruises and passenger ferryboat services, e.g. half-fare card and Junior Card for children.

See Savings Deals on Lake Geneva Cruise Boats for a range of savings options to make cruising in Lac Léman boats cheaper.

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• Pleasure Boats and Ferries on Lake Geneva
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• Passenger Ferries on Lake Geneva
• Book Cruises at GYG or at CGN
• Passenger Ferries and Cruises from Lausanne to Evian and Thonon
• Savings Tickets for CGN Lake Geneva Boat Cruises
• Summer Lake Geneva Boat Excursions and Day Cruises
• Spring & Autumn Cruises on Lake Geneva
• Winter and Christmas Cruises on Lake Geneva
• Pleasure Boat Excursions to Yvoire
• See the Historic Paddle Steamers at the Parade Navale
• New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruises on Lake Geneva

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• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• When you're through with sightseeing on land in Geneva, take to the shimmering waters of Lake Geneva for a soothing & idyllic sightseeing experience.
• The lake provides a unique perspective on Geneva's beauty and is enveloped by the towering Mont-Blanc mountain and the surrounding Alps.
• Turn on your audio guides and listen to the informative commentary about the marvelous sights of Geneva.
• You'll pass along several iconic landmarks in Geneva, like the Pierres du Niton, Pointe à la Bise, Jet d’Eau, and more.
• All the while, be lulled by the beauty of perfectly manicured gardens along the lake shores and striking flora and fauna.
• 50-minute sightseeing cruise on Lake Geneva
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• Wheelchair access is usually possible but it depends on how busy the boat is and its size. Toilets for disabled people are available on all our boats except the "Col-Vert" and the "Général-Guisan".
• Dogs will not be permitted onboard. Dogs generally need a second-class half-fare ticket. They may also travel first class. However, small dogs (no more than 30 cm shoulder height), in a basket or similar, travel free of charge.

2-Hour Riviera Cruise from Montreux

• Board a comfortable paddle steamer boat for a 2-hour cruise upon the gleaming waters of Lake Geneva, a must-try experience for locals and visitors alike.
• You will set sail off the Montreux pier and drift towards one of Switzerland's most renowned historical landmarks, Chillon Castle.
• Your route will be dotted with iconic towns, like Villeneuve, Le Bouveret, and St Gingolph. You'll also be enveloped by the scenic beauty of the Swiss & French Alps.
• Make sure to catch sight of the town of Vevey and the remarkable Lavaux vineyards.
• The boat stops at the Castle, where you're free to explore on your own (entry into the castle is not included in the price of your ticket).
• Whenever you're done, hop back onto the boat and head back to the starting point: the Montreux pier.
• There are multiple departure timings for the boat throughout the day, so you can spend as much time as you'd like at the castle (make sure to check timings beforehand).
• 2-hr cruise (1st/2nd class)
• Access to upper deck (1st class only)
• Food & drinks onboard

This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:

• First-Class Ticket
• Second-Class Ticket
• Infants aged 5yrs and below go free. Children aged 6-15yrs and adults with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
• Your boarding point is at Montreux Pier.
• Address: Quai Edouard Jaccoud, 1820 Montreux.

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Getting There

• The closest bus stop is Montreux, Débarcadère, a 2-min walk to the pier.
• Buses 209, 209 & 291 will bring you here.

2-Hour Riviera Cruise from Vevey

• Take to the gleaming waters of Lake Geneva for a truly remarkable sightseeing experience for a good 2 hours!
• You'll be sailing on an iconic paddle steamer boat that lends all the right feels during your experience.
• Gaze out into the horizon and catch stunning views of the Swiss and French Alps, city landmarks, attractions, vineyards, and charming towns.
• You'll be heading towards one of Switzerland's most cherished historic landmarks, the Chillon Castle, where you may deboard if you please.
• Feel free to visit the attraction at your own expense (entry is not included in the price of this ticket).
• Whenever you're done exploring, just re-board the boat back to Vevey. The boats have departure timings throughout the day, so you won't be waiting for long.
• Your boarding point is at Vevey Marché Pier.
• Address: Quai Marie Belgia 2.
• The closest bus stop is Vevey, Hôtel de Ville, a 6-min walk to the pier.
• Buses 201, 202 & 290 will bring you here.

Ferry Ticket From Lausanne To Evian

• In search of a quick getaway? Escape Lausanne and enjoy a short ferry ride across Lake Geneva to the beautiful French town of Évian-les-Bains.
• It will take you 35 minutes to get there and along the way, you can admire the crystal clear waters of the lake, picturesque lakeside towns, and snow-capped mountains.
• Upon reaching Évian, take your time to walk along the lovely lake promenade or explore the winding streets of the old town.
• One of the must-see sites when in Evian is the Cachat Spring, the first source of Evian water.
• It is named after Gabriel Cachat, the owner of the garden in which it flowed at the end of the 18th century.
• Today, the spring belongs to the Evian mineral water company, and you can even fill your bottle with "free" Evian mineral water here.
• Other interesting things to do here include exploring the Palais Lumière Museum and going on a ride on the historic funicular (cable railway).
• Choose between first-class and second-class seats; the former gives you access to the upper deck of the boat for more seating space and a better view.
• Note: To enter French territory, Swiss citizens must have a valid identity document (ID card or passport). All others will need an ID card or passport with a valid visa if required.
• Boat trip from Lausanne to Evian and back to Lausanne in the selected travel class (1st or 2nd class).
• Food and drinks are not included. You can buy snacks and drinks onboard.
• Infants aged 0-5yrs go for free. Children aged 6-15yrs, as well as anyone with Halbtax (Half-fare card of the Swiss Railway SBB) aged 16yrs and above, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
• Your boarding point is at Lausanne Ouchy Pier - 1.
• Address: Quai Jean-Pascal Delamuraz 1006 Lausanne.
• The boarding point is a 5-minute walk from the metro station 'Ouchy Olympique.'

3-Hour Cruise of Riviera Region: Lausanne – Lavaux – Chillon Castle

• The best way to enjoy the beauty of Lake Geneva is to go on a restful 3-hour circular cruise.
• Start your journey from Lausanne Ouchy and sail away on a paddle steamer.
• To your left, treat your eyes to the most beautiful part of Lake Geneva, the spectacular Lavaux Vineyards.
• As Switzerland's largest contiguous vineyard area, this UNESCO region is a sight to behold.
• Move on to see both the Swiss and French Alps. As you cruise towards Chillon Castle, soak in the unique views of the region.
• You will also make quick stops in Vevey and Montreux, better known as the “Pearls of the Swiss Riviera.”
• For lunch, you are welcome to dine onboard (make sure to book your table in advance) before you head back to Lausanne.
• 3-hour cruise from Lausanne in the selected travel class (1st or 2nd class).
• Food and drinks are not included. You can buy snacks and drinks onboard. At lunch it is possible to eat onboard. It is mandatory to book your table in advance
• The closest metro station is Ouchy Olympique, a 5-min walk to the pier.

Full-Day Guided Tour of Lake Geneva with Chaplin’s World & Chillon Castle

• Immerse yourself in the enchanting Lake Geneva region on a full-day guided tour with round-trip transfers to landmarks like Chillon's Castle and Lavaux.
• An expert guide will accompany you to these lakeside alpine towns, starting with Corsier-sur-Vevey and Chaplin’s World, a museum on the legendary actor.
• Stop by the UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards of Lavaux and delight in a cheese and wine tasting session with gorgeous views.
• Bask in the musical legacy of the resort town Montreux, a spot frequented by celebs like Ella Fitzgerald, housing a bronze statue of Freddy Mercury.
• Gain entry to the awe-inspiring medieval Chillon Castle, the inspiration for Lord Byron's poem The Prisoner of Chillon , sitting on the lake nearby.
• Full-day tour of Lake Geneva region
• Round-trip bus transfers from Geneva
• Expert driver and guide
• Entry to Chillon Castle
• Entry to Chaplin’s World
• Visit to Lavaux and Montreux
• Apéritif and local food products
• Chaplin's World
• Chillon Castle
• Tip: Rock-n-roll fans, this tour includes a chance to visit the old recording studio of the band Queen in Montreux. Ask your guide for more information!

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Castle Cruises

Lake Geneva, on either french or swiss lakesides, is surrounded by many imposing castles, from different centuries, that can be admired from the boat, or by stepping ashore to go and visit them

CHATEAU DE CHILLON | CLOSE TO MONTREUX | lake geneva

THE  LARGEST CASTLE ON THE LAKESIDE

CHATEAU DE COPPET | VILLAGE OF COPPET | Lake Geneva

Once The residence of french baroness and writer known as Madame De Stael

CHATEAU DE COPPET | VILLAGE OF COPPET 

CHATEAU DE TOUGUES  |  FRANCE | lake geneva

PRIVATE DOMAIN

CHATEAU DE NYON  |  NYON | lake geneva

CHATEAU DE PREGNY | lake geneva

PRIVATE RESIDENCE

CHATEAU DE COLLONGES-BELLERIVE | lake geneva

Once the residence of prince sadruddin aga khan

CHATEAU D’YVOIRE | YVOIRE | FRANCE | lake geneva

THE MIEDIEVAL VILLAGE AND THE CASTLE’S GARDEN of five senses CAN BE VISITED

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Experience more with so much included

• Seven visits and tours, including Lyon, Arles, Avignon and Vienne; a wine tasting in Beaune, and excursions to the Ardèche Gorges, Popes’ Palace and the Pont du Gard 
• Four additional visits and tours including Chillon Castle, Lake Geneva cruise, Glacier 300 visit and Golden Pass train
• Seven nights on board in your choice of luxury cabin or suite, with river views 
• Three nights in an centrally located hotel in either Lausanne or Montreux
• All meals on board from dinner on your day of arrival through to breakfast on your day of departure, including a welcome dinner and the Captain’s Dinner
• B&B and one lunch on the extension tour
• Five-star service from an English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides 
• Complimentary on-board tea and coffee 
• Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi

Make the very most of your vacation in this spectacularly scenic region with a three-night stay on the elegant shores of sparkling Lake Geneva with its chic lakeside towns, Mediterranean flavor and incredible Alpine backdrop. Soak up the old-world charm of picturesque Annecy, cruise the sophisticated palm-fringed Montreux Riviera and experience the thrill of Glacier 3000 and the magnificent Golden Pass, one of the world’s most scenic mountain rail journeys.

Your Itinerary

• DAY 1 EMBARK IN AVIGNON
• DAY 2 AVIGNON
• DAY 3 ARLES & PONT DU GARD
• DAY 4 ARDÈCHE GORGES & TOURNON
• DAY 5 VIENNE
• DAY 6 BEAUNE & BURGUNDY
• DAY 8 ANNECY
• DAY 9 CHILLON CASTLE AND LAUSANNE
• DAY 10 GLACIER 3000 AND GOLDEN PASS
• DAY 11 EXTENSION CHECK-OUT

EMBARK IN AVIGNON

Arrive in Avignon, where your five-star floating hotel is moored in the picturesque historic center. The dedicated English-speaking crew will welcome you on board and help you to your cabin. After settling in to your spacious and tastefully furnished accommodation, there’s time to familiarise yourself with this five-star floating hotel.

The light catching the red roofs of Avignon’s majestic skyline is a sight to behold over breakfast, after which we embark on a guided tour of one of the most extraordinary and intriguing cities in France. Avignon’s destiny changed during the 14th century when the Pope’s court moved here to avoid strife in Rome. Igniting a century of prosperity, the pontiff commissioned a host of ambitious building projects, and today the city is immaculately preserved, nestling behind its almost intact 14th-century walls and boasting more remarkable monuments, superbly decorated buildings, churches, chapels and convents than you can possibly count.

Most important is the stunning Popes’ Palace, made up of two buildings that together form the largest Gothic palace in the world. With turrets, towers, parapets, and other fortifications, its exterior resembles a mighty fortress, while the interior is a tour de force of medieval architecture and ornamentation, adorned with priceless frescoes, Gobelin tapestries, and graceful sculptures. The ceremonial hall, chapels, cloisters, and private apartments are all unmissable. But to truly embrace the feel of papal Avignon, imagine yourself here during the Middle Ages amid the Palace’s rich furnishings and extravagant decoration, with cardinals, princes, and ambassadors milling about its candlelit halls and corridors, while in the streets below countless pilgrims eagerly anticipate benediction. This was Avignon’s brief golden age when it was truly the center of Christendom.

After lunch you’re free to explore as you wish, perhaps visiting the nearby Petit Palais, the former home of the archbishops of Avignon, to cast a critical eye over the remarkable collection of over 300 paintings and sculptures from the Middle Ages and Renaissance, including works by Botticelli and Carpaccio. Or take a stroll on the iconic Pont d’Avignon, which, dramatically, ends halfway across the river, made famous by the melody we all recall from our first French lessons. You may wish to do some shopping, or just find a quiet café in a shady Provençal square to watch the world go by. Perhaps though, return to the luxurious surroundings of our ship, finding a quiet spot to contemplate the many wondrous places you’ve seen and experienced over a quiet cup of tea.

Returning on board for dinner, the ship sets sail towards our next destination, Arles arriving later that evening.

ARLES & PONT DU GARD

You awake under the azure skies of deepest Provence, amid the warm stone colors of Arles, many of whose historic monuments are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Although small in size, it was the key stronghold on the Roman road to Spain, one of the empire’s richest possessions. Seagoing ships could reach here and the city became a regional capital, briefly ruling over Gaul, Spain, and Britain. Our guided tour will help you appreciate the finer points of Arles’ magnificent Roman remains, including the splendid amphitheater, one of the best-preserved in the world, the earlier theatre built during the reign of Augustus and the Alyscamps, the ancient necropolis with its extraordinary atmosphere. The disturbed but great genius of an artist, Van Gogh, lived in Arles for just over a year, from February 1888. It was his most prolific period and, inspired by Arles and the light and beauty of the Provençal countryside, he produced around 300 works, including The Night Café , The Sower and, of course, Sunflowers .

After lunch, we visit the amazing Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct, one of the wonders of the ancient world. No amount of fame can diminish the first sight of this 2,000-year-old structure, which was the highest bridge built in the Empire – the Romans themselves considered it the most important testimony to their greatness. Its statistics are staggering: over 900 feet long and almost 160 feet high, with its stones each weighing up to six tons. To put this in perspective, the span of the Pont du Gard is greater than the width of the River Thames at London Bridge – and no mortar was used in its construction! The situation is lovely too, with pine- and cypress-covered hills adding to the harmonious setting. Re-joining the ship in Avignon, we cruise towards Viviers during dinner.

ARDÈCHE GORGES & TOURNON

This morning we disembark after breakfast and whilst our ship effortlessly cruises upstream towards Le Pouzin, we will explore one of France’s most outstanding landscapes – the Ardèche Gorges, whose scale is a fitting reminder of Mother Nature’s awesome power. Sheer limestone cliffs plunge almost 1,000 feet to the river’s blue waters, which elegantly snake their way through stupendous rock formations, culminating in a huge natural arch, the Pont d’Arc. We enjoy marvelous views at every turn of caves, grottoes, and natural sculptures before returning to the ship moored in Le Pouzin. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board – perhaps catching up on some reading or just lazing in the sun as the temperature rises, before we arrive in the pretty provincial town of Tournon with its lovely tree-lined avenues. Across the river, you’ll see the vine-covered hillsides producing Hermitage, yet another of the world’s most revered wines – a fitting view as we enjoy another exquisite dinner in the ship’s excellent restaurant.

During breakfast this morning, we’ll slip our moorings and cruise north through one of the most spectacular sections of the Rhône Valley, as the river squeezes and twists pasts Condrieu, Saint-Rambert-d’Albon, and Saint-Vallier, with wooded cliffs rising high on both sides. Traditionally these stretches were the most dangerous due to fierce currents and varying water levels but, with the waters now tamed by a series of locks whose complex mechanisms never cease to fascinate, you can relax on the Sun Deck taking in the exceptional views. After lunch we arrive in the ancient Roman stronghold of Vienne, first a Celtic settlement, then a Roman stronghold under Julius Caesar. Here you'll be taken by train for a captivating tour, hosted by a local expert. Strikingly located in a narrow section of the Rhône, where the river meanders dramatically around a steep bluff, Vienne is a treasure trove of historic remains, including the stunning Roman Temple of Augustus and Livia, and a walk around its streets really brings its heritage to life.

You will also have some free time to explore at your leisure before returning to the ship for dinner, during which we commence our cruise towards Chalon-sur-Saône.

BEAUNE & BURGUNDY

Overnight we have made steady progress north and mid-morning we arrive in and berth in Chalon, the gateway to Burgundy and the home of Nicéphore Niépce, the inventor of photography. On today’s tour, we see some of the pretty yet surprisingly small villages that produce some of the world’s most sublime wines – Meursault, Volnay, Pommard, Gevrey-Chambertin and many more. Nearby is medieval Beaune, Burgundy’s wine capital, which is wonderful to wander around. At its center is the Hospices de Beaune, also known as the Hôtel-Dieu. Originally built in the 15th century as a hospital for the disadvantaged, it’s a jewel of High Gothic architecture, instantly recognizable for its colorful glazed roof tiles arranged in dazzling geometric patterns. A prestigious annual wine auction takes place here each November, with proceeds going to benefit the Hospices and its charity work. Of course, you can’t visit Burgundy without sampling its amazing wines, so we visit the cellars of a leading traditional winemaker for a tour and tasting.

Later we return to ship and as we slip our moorings once again, enjoy an aperitif with newly made friends in the convivial bar before tonight’s dinner.

One of river cruising’s great pleasures is the fascination of waking in a completely different location and on waking this morning, the ship arrives in Lyon. After our last splendid breakfast, we’ve a leisurely start enjoying a guided tour of Lyon, one of France’s most fascinating cities. The Rhône Valley had been the route of choice for marauding armies and peaceful traders for centuries, and Lyon’s current site, at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône Rivers, cried out to be fortified. In 43 BC the Romans founded the city, which subsequently grew in importance; Emperor Claudius, conqueror of Britain, was born here. There are many Roman remains to see, but it was the production of silk that brought Lyon to prominence during the Middle Ages, and throughout the city you can see signs of the wealth that poured in – Renaissance buildings, imposing churches and Europe’s largest pedestrian square, Place Bellecour, with a statue of Louis XIV as its focus. The Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is crammed with antique shops and intriguing traboules – narrow covered passageways enabling silk merchants to transport their wares to the river without getting wet – that today are a joy to amble through. As well as its glorious architecture, Lyon is generally acknowledged as France’s (and to locals, the world’s) gastronomic capital. In fairness it has much to commend it: nouvelle cuisine was invented near here and the city boasts a huge array of speciality food shops and eateries, including 20 restaurants with one or more Michelin stars and countless little places to eat.

It’s our final afternoon in which you are free to explore Lyon further or perhaps though, return to the sumptuous surroundings of your ship, head up on to the Sun Deck and just contemplate the wondrous places you have seen and experienced over a quiet cup of tea. This evening the Captain’s dinner takes place, serving specialities of the regions you have visited during your voyage of discovery through this fascinating country.

For those continuing with our three-night extension, we depart the ship in beautiful Lyon and head northeast to Geneva into the Bugey region. As we leave the city behind for the landscapes of the Haut-Rhone you’ll enjoy some of Europe’s most wonderful scenery so have your camera at the ready. The views are breath-taking, with gorges, lakes and marshes, interspersed with rich forest and pristine meadows and the world-famous alpine backdrop on the far horizon.

We break for some free time and lunch at leisure in the delightful alpine town of Annecy where Lake Annecy feeds into the Thiou River. Wander the quaint cobbled streets of its charming old town where its winding canals weave their way amongst the pastel-colored facades. The beautifully restored medieval stone walls and terracotta roofed turrets of the Château d’Annecy, once home to the Counts of Geneva, stands proud over the town. Today it contains a museum with a substantial collection of religious artworks, furniture and regional art and natural history exhibits. 

Sample some typical Savoie cuisine – a hearty bowl of gratin de crozets , a take on macaroni cheese with lardons, cream and local pasta made from buckwheat or perhaps indulge in a classic fondue! Afterwards you might want to walk it off with a visit to the art and history museum housed in a medieval prison in the middle of the canal.

We continue our scenic drive this afternoon arriving in Lausanne or Montreux on the edge of spectacular Lake Geneva, the largest lake in Switzerland. The chic Montreux Riviera is renowned for its picture-perfect landscapes of glass lakes, pristine meadows and a sensational mountain backdrop that has attracted artists, writers and travelers through the ages in search of tranquility and inspiration. We arrive at our hotel for the next three nights in either Montreux, or Lausanne. Enjoy dinner at leisure this evening and perhaps take a lakeside stroll along the palm-studded shores of this glistening lake. (B)

CHILLON CASTLE AND LAUSANNE

After breakfast we take a scenic drive  to Chillon Castle. This striking medieval fortress dating back to the 12 th century is dramatically located on a rocky promontory, enjoying exceptional views over the crystal water. It was once the residence and toll station for the Counts of Savoy and today is the most visited historic building in Switzerland. We enjoy a guided tour with a local expert learning more of its fascinating past and exquisite surroundings. Later we embark on a superb cruise of the lake. Enjoy lunch as we sail these clear glistening waters encased by high snow-capped peaks, whose fertile foothills are draped in row upon row of lush, neatly terraced regiments of vines and the views simply take your breath away.

The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore Lausanne under your own steam. Home to the International Olympic Committee headquarters, you might fancy visiting the Olympic Museum or head for the old town with its medieval labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets lined with traditional little shops, at the center a fine 12 th -century Gothic cathedral with strikingly ornate façade. Perhaps head for the 19th-century Palais de Rumine, an elegant Florentine Renaissance building housing impressive historic, scientific and fine art collections or simply unwind with a little café culture over tea and cake in the sun in this most refined city. If staying in Montreux, a return transfer to the hotel is included.

Enjoy dinner at leisure; seek out a cosy restaurant serving locally inspired dishes, a fusion of French and Swiss cuisine – try papet Vaudois , a sausage with cabbage in it and leeks and potatoes cooked together, or malakoff, pieces of cheese battered and fried. Don’t forget to sample some of the exceptional local wines, the best known is produced from the white Chasselas grape; wine production in the Lavaux dates from the 11 th century and today these painstakingly tended vineyards, creating a striking pattern on the landscape, are UNESCO protected. Only 1% of Swiss wine is exported - and when you taste it, you’ll realise why it’s such a well-kept secret! (B, L)

GLACIER 3000 AND GOLDEN PASS

This morning we head to Col du Pillon and take a memorable cable car ride into this world-famous alpine landscape. Prepare for an onslaught of jaw-dropping views from all sides as we climb 3000 meters to Glacier 3000, the highest point of the Vaudois Alps, their lofty summits iced with snow. Excitement mounts as we reach the summit with increasingly stunning views of the most iconic peaks in the world - the mighty Eiger, Jungfrau and Matterhorn. When we arrive there’s free time for lunch and to enjoy some of the activities on offer in this winter wonderland. Not for the faint-hearted, try the exhilarating Peak Walk – a 107 meter suspension bridge and the only one in the world linking two summits! Enjoy a thrilling ride on the Alpine Coaster or a fun sleigh ride drawn by huskies as you take in the dazzling panoramic vistas.

Later we take a short but stunning drive to the smart resort of Gstaad in the heart of the Bernese Oberland to board the magnificent Golden Pass train, one of the world’s greatest rail journeys. Sit back and savour the views from the train’s panoramic windows of this exquisite mountain scenery – a fairytale landscape where the sheer mountainsides are cloaked with dark pine forest and laced with surging mountain streams, bubbling springs cascade into the valley below, and dotted here and there, picturesque mountain villages nestle into the slopes as we journey over high bridges and through incredibly engineered tunnels. As we pass through the Jaman tunnel, you’ll spot the names of the villages change from German to French and we begin to descend into a lush Mediterranean landscape once again as we approach Montreux.

On arrival in Montreux departures staying in Lausanne will take the short drive back to the hotel.  

Tonight, enjoy dinner at leisure after which perhaps a final stroll by the lake to soak up the views before a digestif in the hotel’s bar. (B)

EXTENSION CHECK-OUT

Today we check out of the hotel at the appropriate time after a truly fascinating and memorable tour into one of the most unspoilt corners of Europe.

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of Sole Occupancy cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes: 

• Full board from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day; if you choose to travel with us on any of the full day excursions by coach, a packed lunch will be provided. Anyone choosing to stay on the ship may of course have lunch in the restaurant.
• Morning/afternoon tea and coffee on board the ship
• All visits and excursions as mentioned
• Coach travel as mentioned
• The services of a Riviera cruise director

The Extension:

• Three nights in a hotel in Lausanne or Montreux with breakfast. 1 lunch included on the lake cruise.
• An expert Riviera tour manager

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• Currency: Euro & Swiss Francs/CHF
• Language: French
• Country: France & Switzerland

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for the duration of your cruise. Please note that speeds may vary.

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We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements.

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your vacation with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the vacation due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns. General information on mobility in connection with our tours can be found here .

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Scenic lake cruises and boat trips in Switzerland

With around 1,500 lakes in total, Switzerland is home to some sizable bodies of clear, sparkling water. Over 100 of these have a surface area exceeding 30 hectares. Lake Geneva (Lac Léman in French) is the largest of these, and is known all over the world. 

Many major European rivers also flow through Switzerland, so for a landlocked country there is a lot of water. Exploring these lakes and rivers can be a highlight of any Swiss vacation, but it goes way beyond that.

In Switzerland, taking journeys by boat is often a practical matter of getting from A to B. In addition to leisure trips operated by the likes of Lake Geneva cruise lines, there are public transport boats connecting destinations so a daily commute may involve travelling across the lakes or down the rivers. 

For the Swiss, in many instances the easiest way to get from one place to another is in fact by boat, so this is simply a way of life. Boat trips are therefore an essential part of the national transport system. 

As a visitor, you may be able to choose between taking a train and hopping onto a boat when planning how to get from one village, town or city to another.

A typical example is the trip between Bern and Interlaken, which can involve a cruise across Lake Thun. Though this is more time-consuming, it’s a great way to see more of the country while getting from one destination to another. 

This guide will take you through all you need to know about lake cruises and boat trips in Switzerland – including scenic cruises typically taken by tourists as well as Swiss Travel Pass boat rides holders can take for free. 

From the famous shores of Lake Geneva to the River Rhine, these are the best boat trips in Switzerland. Which ones will you take? 

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Handy tip: Holders of a Swiss Travel Pass can travel free on most lake cruises in Switzerland.  Simply present your valid Swiss Travel Pass at the ticket counter before boarding.  If you don’t have a Swiss Travel Pass, we have included links below to purchase tickets for individual cruises.

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Quick Summary of Swiss boat trips covered in this guide

Lake geneva cruises.

For many visitors, there’s no Switzerland cruise that is as highly anticipated as a Lake Geneva cruise.  As one of the largest lakes in Western Europe, Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman as it is known in French), is located in western Switzerland.

Covering an area of 580km², the crescent-shaped lake is partly in Switzerland and partly in France and lies just north of the Alps.

Stretching from the westernmost point at Geneva to Montreux on the eastern shores, Lake Geneva is also at the feet of some other attractive Swiss cities and towns including Nyon, Lausanne and Vevey.

Above the latter two towns, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed terraced Lavaux Vineyards cover 800 hectares and make the ideal backdrop to the crystal clear waters of Lake Geneva.

The most popular routes among Lake Geneva boat tours include the cruise from Geneva to Lausanne, from Geneva to Evian-les-Bains on the French shore, and from Lausanne to Evian. Cruises to or from Geneva, Montreux or Vevey are also available. 

If you are planning to take one of the above Lake Geneva boat tours, Swiss Pass holders can travel for free whilst those without a Swiss Pass can buy a ticket at the boat pier.

Another option is to take the Yvoire boat from Geneva to visit this small, medieval French destination on the shores of the lake. Boats on this route also stop at Nyon, and you can find out more about this and other routes via the CGN website . 

There is also the option to book a dinner cruise on Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

Vessels operating on Lake Geneva include a fleet of Belle Epoque paddle steamers and modern motor boats.

Below you will find some of the most popular Lake Geneva boat cruises.

One hour sightseeing Lake Geneva cruise

This one hour boat ride on Lake Geneva is taken by many holidaymakers so they can see the city from the water. During this cruise you can see landmarks like the famous Jet d’Eau fountain, Mont Blanc and of course the mighty Swiss Alps. 

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Two hour Montreux cruise to Chillon Castle

If you’re staying in the Montreux area, this is a great choice amongst the options of Lake Geneva boat cruises. It takes in the majestic Chillon Castle, as well as the lake which was immortalised in Deep Purple’s song Smoke on the Water . The cruise takes place aboard a historic paddle steamer and there are fabulous views of the Swiss and French Alps. 

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Three hour Riviera cruise from Lausanne

Departing from Lausanne, this three hour boat trip takes in the Lavaux vineyards,  Montreux, Chillon Castle and Vevey. 

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Two hour Lake Geneva cruise from Vevey

If the idea of spending two hours aboard a paddle steamer appeals, this trip departing from Vevey is recommended. You’ll travel on Lake Geneva to Montreux, seeing Chillon Castle and the French and Swiss Alps en route. 

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Self-guided boat trip from Lausanne to Evian

This one day ticket allows you to take a boat trip whenever you please from Lausanne to the charming town of Evian-les-Bains. The journey takes 35 minutes each way and you can explore Evian’s historic Old Town and lakeside promenade after arrival. 

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Lake Lucerne cruises

At 38 kilometres long, Lake Lucerne may not be Switzerland’s longest lake but it is one of the most uniquely shaped. The lake has four distinct ‘arms’ and several sharp bends which makes a superb scene when viewed from one of the surrounding mountains such as Mt. Rigi or Mt. Pilatus .

Officially called Vierwaldstattersee in German (which translates to ‘four forest sites’), the lake is shared between the cantons of Uri, Schwyz, Unterwalden and Lucerne.

When planning a lake cruise, Lucerne is the most popular starting point and there are numerous options to choose from.

You can take a cruise on Lake Lucerne that includes a three course gourmet lunch, hop aboard a luxury yacht for a scenic tour or take a journey across Lake Lucerne to Vitznau as part of a Mount Rigi day trip.

Other options include the Lucerne to Fluelen boat ride across Lake Lucerne, which is part of the Gotthard Panorama Express route. Find out more about this iconic journey via the Gotthard Pass in Switzerland in our dedicated guide here .  

From 2022, five paddle steamers will be in use every summer between late May and mid September. Travel on these Lake Lucerne steamers is also included with the Swiss Travel Pass (food and beverages are additional). 

As well as the paddle steamers and a fleet of modern motor boats, Lucerne is also home to MS Diamant , Switzerland’s first climate-neutral boat in regular service. The vessel is also the first Swiss hybrid boat in operation.

Popular Lake Lucerne cruises include:

Two hour Lake Lucerne cruise with lunch

This Lake Lucerne panoramic sightseeing cruise includes a gourmet lunch, so you’ll enjoy three delicious courses made from fresh local produce while admiring the mountainous Swiss landscape. Key Lucerne landmarks can also be viewed from the water.  

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One hour yacht cruise in Lucerne

Taking a trip aboard a panoramic yacht can help to make your stay in Lucerne truly memorable. The yacht will take you towards Meggenhorn Castle and includes views of upmarket homes, local landmarks and rolling green hills. This Lake Lucerne cruise is perfect for those who have limited time but don’t want to miss the experience of cruising on the tranquil waters.

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Self-guided Mount Rigi trip with lake cruise

The Lake Lucerne cruise price is included in this self-guided Mount Rig i day trip . You will also travel by train and cogwheel railway to reach the mountain summit. This trip to the Queen of the Mountains is not to be missed while in Switzerland. 

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Lake Thun & Lake Brienz cruises

Located either side of the holiday resort town of Interlaken, Lake Thun and Lake Brienz offer totally different experiences for those who’d like to cruise in the Bernese Oberland.

With a choice of both paddle steamers and modern motor boats, there is a cruise to suit everyone.

The larger of the two lakes, Lake Thun stretches 17.5 kilometres (10.8 miles) from Interlaken to Thun.   

Lake Thun boat tours call at Oberhofen and Spiez where you can disembark to see the impressive castles, or you hop off at St. Beatus Caves to explore the network of caverns, stalactites and stalagmites, before rejoining a later service.   

If you are short on time and don’t wish to disembark enroute, the cruise from Interlaken to Thun – or vice versa – takes just over two and a half hours.  The boat pier is located by the Interlaken West train station.

The return journey can be taken by boat (subject to the timetable) or train.

Boat trips on Lake Brienz stop at the pretty village of Iseltwald and at Giessbach Falls before continuing on to Brienz, well known for its wood carving. If you choose to disembark at Giessbach Falls, you can take a funicular to the Giessbach Hotel for lunch or a snack and view the magnificent waterfalls.

You can reach Brienz from Interlaken by boat in 75 minutes. The boat pier is located beside Interlaken Ost train station and, just like the boat trips on Lake Thun, the return journey can be made by boat or train.

Lake Brienz boat trips operate from April to October only.

Why not make your day out extra special by including a ride on the Brienzer Rothorn steam train when you reach Brienz?

Interlaken Lake Thun cruise day pass 

This Interlaken cruise pass allows you to travel all day on Lake Thun, plus Lake Brienz if you travel between early April and mid-October. As you travel over the water you can see pretty Swiss villages with traditional chalets and snow-capped mountain peaks.  

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Lake Brienz cruise day pass

Between early April and mid-October, a day pass is also available for Lake Brienz. Regular services connect Interlaken and Brienz with stops at Iseltwald and Giessbach Falls, making this one of the most popular boat tours Interlaken has to offer.

The cruise day pass is essentially a self-guided ‘tour’ giving you the flexibility to hop on and off as you wish. 

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Lake Zurich cruises

Imagine commuting to work in Switzerland’s largest city across a tranquil lake with the spectacular Swiss Alps as a backdrop!  Many folks in Zurich do just that and you can experience this serene way to travel too!

The city of Zurich sits at one end of the 40-kilometre (25-mile) long banana-shaped Lake Zurich, and there are numerous different cruises available depending on how much time you have available.

The Lake Zurich Navigation Company operates 17 different ships – including two paddle steamers – with round trip cruises ranging from 90 minutes to 4.5 hours in duration. 

One of the most popular boat trips is from Zurich city to the Lindt Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg which takes just 27 minutes. 

The boat trip from Zurich to Rapperswil is another I personally recommend. Rapperswil, known as the City of Roses, is well worth visiting and is a relaxing two hour boat ride from Zurich. 

Make it a full day’s excursion by cruising both ways or travel by train one way (40 minutes) and boat the other.  Both modes of transport are free with your Swiss Travel Pass .

The Zurich boat pier is located at Bürkliplatz. 

3.5 hour Zurich sightseeing tour with cruise 

This Zurich lake cruise price covers a boat trip across Lake Zurich as well as guided tours of the city on foot and by bus. As you glide across the water, your guide will tell you all about the history and famous sights of Switzerland’s biggest city. 

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Lake Lugano cruise

Fringed with palm trees and framed by surrounding Alps, there’s a real Mediterranean vibe around Lake Lugano.

The lake is shared between Switzerland and Italy and cruises and boat trips on the lake offer the chance to visit both countries. 

Popular cruise destinations include the villages of Morcote, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Switzerland, the fishing village of Gandria and Cassarate where passengers can disembark and take the funicular to Monte Bre.

Lunch and dinner cruises are also available.

Cruises on Lake Lugano operate from April to October.  The boat pier can be found at Lugano Centro.

4.5 hour Monte Bré trip via Lake Lugano

This four-and-a-half hour trip includes a scenic boat ride from Lugano to Cassarate, a small harbour town. A picturesque return journey on the funicular railway to Monte Bré is also included, as is a visit to the Museum Wilhelm Schmid. You can then walk or take a bus back to Lugano. 

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3 Lakes cruises – Neuchâtel, Biel and Murten

The Three Lakes area encompasses Lakes Neuchâtel, Murten and Biel/Bienne in the Jura region in Switzerland’s west. This area has a gentle landscape awash with Swiss farmland and rolling vineyards, and also connects with the Aare River. 

Cruises operate on all three lakes and passengers can choose from cruises on just one lake, two or three as the lakes are connected by canals.  Lake Biel Navigation Company operates the boat trips on Lake Biel, whilst Lacs de Neuchâtel et Morat offer cruises on Lake Neuchâtel and Murten.

On Lake Biel/Bienne, the village of Ligerz and St. Peter’s Island are popular places to disembark and stroll around.  The medieval town of Murten (on Lake Murten) and the well-known wellness town of Yverdon-les-Bains (Lake Neuchatel) are other much-visited cruise destinations.

You can take a Three Lakes cruise from Biel to Erlach to Murten lasting for a little over three hours. It’s free with the Swiss Travel Pass – as is the epic 8-hour cruise that operates on special occasions.

Lunch and dinner cruises, as well as theme cruises are available.

In total, there are 28 landing stages on the three lakes which can be found in the cantons of Neuchatel, Fribourg , Vaud and Bern.

A fleet of seven vessels operate on the Three Lakes, including the only lake and river steamer in Switzerland.  Cruises are from Spring to Autumn (Fall).

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Lake Constance cruises

Bordering three countries – Switzerland, Austria and Germany – Lake Constance, or Bodensee as it’s known in German, is fed by the Rhine River. It’s also the third largest freshwater lake in Central Europe.

From the Swiss shores of Lake Constance it’s possible to cruise to the German side in around one hour. Routes include Romanshorn to Friedrichshafen and Rorschach to Lindau .

Travel on these routes is not fully covered with the Swiss Travel Pass but a 50% discount applies to pass holders.

Rhine River cruises

If you would prefer to experience a Switzerland river cruise there is the possibility to take a boat trip on the Rhine. The Rhine River originates in the Swiss Alps so it’s only natural that a cruise on this majestic waterway is popular with visitors.

Options include a cruise between Schaffhausen and Kreuzlingen which takes around four hours, or from Basel to Rheinfelden.  Further details can be found below.

Rhine River cruise from Schaffhausen to Kreuzlingen

This route takes you from Schaffhausen to Kreuzlingen with numerous stops along the way.  Two towns worth disembarking at are Diessenhofen, which is a member of the Most Beautiful Villages in Switzerland organisation, and Stein am Rhein, a pretty medieval town with an attractive Old Town.

Find out more about this cruise here . 

Rhine River cruise from Basel to Rheinfelden

Despite being located in a landlocked country, Basel has something of a maritime air due to the fact that it’s at the mouth of the mighty River Rhine. Local company Basler Personenschifffahrt operates boat trips from Basel to Rheinfelden between March and October. 

These boat trips last for about four hours and you can see various Basel landmarks. You should even be able to make out parts of Germany and France as you glide across the water, and you’ll also pass a couple of major locks, namely Birsfelden and Augst. 

Cruises and boat trips in Switzerland: Useful things to know

If you’re interested in taking trips around Switzerland by boat or cruising the lakes or the Rhine, there are some useful facts worth knowing to help you plan your trip. 

Swiss Travel Pass

The first thing to consider when planning any trip to Switzerland is the purchase of a Swiss Travel Pass . As mentioned above in various sections, the pass covers boat trips on the major lakes in the country.

A Swiss Travel Pass also gives the holder free public transport in all Swiss destinations, plus some cogwheel, funicular and scenic railway routes. Entry to hundreds of museums is also included. 

Alternatively you could buy a Swiss Half Fare Card to receive 50% off the price of boat trips. 

Learn more about the Swiss Travel Pass and the Swiss Half Fare Card in this article . 

1st and 2nd class travel in Switzerland

Swiss public transport such as trains and some boats includes first and second class travel options. You can select either option when buying individual tickets or passes. On boats, the first class section is usually found on the upper deck. 

First class carriages are generally more spacious and private, and may give you better views over the landscape. This option is ideal for the trip-of-a-lifetime or honeymooners, as well as those who don’t mind paying more for a bit of extra space.

Swiss boat piers

As they form such an important part of the Swiss public transport network, boat piers in Switzerland are often located right next to the train station. This allows for seamless travel via several modes of transport – and makes it easier for visitors to find them. 

Restaurants on Swiss boats

A number of Swiss ferries and boats have on-board eateries, making it convenient to dine while you travel. 

Swiss boat timetables 

You can find timetables for each Swiss boat operator via their websites or on the Swiss Federal Railways website sbb.ch or the SBB app. Do bear in mind when planning your trip that some services may be seasonal: this particularly applies to funicular and cogwheel railways, cable cars and boats. 

Swiss lake names – See, Lac or Lago

Switzerland has four official languages – German, French, Italian and Romansch – and therefore you’ll notice the word for lake differs depending on which language-speaking region you are in.

In German-speaking Switzerland, the word for lake is see so Lake Zurich is called Zürichsee whilst Lake Thun is Thunersee, and so on.

In Geneva and the Three Lakes Region where French is the local language, Lake Geneva is referred to as Lac L é man and Lake Neuchâtel as Lac Neuchâtel .

Lake Lugano, in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino, is called Lago Lugano .

Lake cruises and boat trips in Switzerland: Final thoughts

Whether you opt to take a boat trip to help make your Swiss journeys more seamless or more scenic, there are so many possibilities to enjoy a Switzerland cruise. 

The abundance of lakes and rivers here makes the journey all part of the experience – not least when you have soaring peaks, rolling hills, undulating vineyards, lush meadows, Alpine chalets and crystal clear waters as the picturesque backdrop. 

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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