Lake Geneva cruise Vevey to Chillon: Belle Époque boat

Watch the shoreline unfold from a historic boat built for exactly this view

A 2-hour round-trip cruise from Vevey aboard a Belle Époque boat passes through Montreux and stops at Château de Chillon, with views of the Lavaux vineyards (UNESCO Heritage) and the Alps. You can board directly with your mobile ticket, stay aboard for the full route, or disembark at Chillon Castle to explore and rejoin the boat two hours later. A restroom is available on board. Lunch can be ordered in advance and paid on site.

The experience

The boat leaves Vevey several times daily and follows the Lake Geneva shoreline past Clarens and Montreux before reaching Château de Chillon. The route then continues to Villeneuve, Le Bouveret and St Gingolph before returning to Vevey. The Belle Époque design of the vessel itself is part of the experience. The boat is built to let you sit and watch the landscape without the distraction of a guided narrative. The Lavaux vineyards rise on one side, terraced down to the water. The Alps sit across the lake.

Château de Chillon is the main stop. You can stay on the boat for the full round trip, or get off to visit the castle and board the next boat two hours later. The schedule is posted so you can plan which departure works. If you want to eat, you'll need to reserve a meal in advance. It's paid when you board. The boat has a restroom, and you board directly without exchanging your mobile ticket at a counter.

What’s included

• Restroom on board.
• direct boarding with mobile ticket.
• views of Montreux, the Lavaux vineyards and the Alps from the water.
• the option to disembark at Château de Chillon and rejoin the cruise two hours later.

Options for this experience

2 options

Riviera CardAvailable from 24 Apr 2027Holders of the Riviera Card receive 30% off; show the Riviera card you were given by your hotel at check-out

Vevey to Chillon round-trip cruise, second classAvailable from 24 Apr 2027

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 24 Apr 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (6 to 15 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 500 · max 9 per booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by CGN

Is this one for you?Choose the full round trip if you want to see the entire shoreline without leaving the boat. Pick the Chillon stop if you want to explore the castle and have time to spare in the afternoon. The schedule runs all day, so you can fit the cruise into whatever free time you have in Vevey.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I get off at Chillon Castle and come back on a later boat?

Yes. You can disembark at Château de Chillon to explore the castle, then board the next boat that passes through two hours later. Check the online schedule before you board so you know which departure to catch on the return.

What is Château de Chillon?

Château de Chillon is a medieval castle on the Lake Geneva shore between Montreux and Villeneuve. It sits on a rocky outcrop and is one of the most visited monuments in Switzerland. The cruise gives you a close view from the water before you decide whether to land and go inside.

Is food included on the cruise?

No, but you can order a meal in advance and pay for it on board when you arrive. Lunch must be reserved ahead. Coffee, tea, soft drinks and alcohol are not included and must be purchased separately.

What time does the boat leave Vevey?

The boat departs several times throughout the day from Vevey. The schedule shown online lists the Vevey departure times. If you're boarding at another stop like Montreux or Chillon, check the online timetable for the times at those landings.

Do I need to exchange my mobile ticket before boarding?

No. You can board directly with your mobile ticket. There's no need to exchange it at a counter first.

Is the boat accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes. The boat and all transportation options to reach it are wheelchair accessible. Infants can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. Service animals are allowed on board.