Lausanne to Glacier 3000: Peak Walk, Les Diablerets & Montreux

Summary

Swiss Alps day trip from Lausanne with glacier views, village strolls and Montreux jazz

You’ll start in Lausanne and wind through Swiss countryside before reaching Les Diablerets’ wooden chalets. Ride a cable car up to Glacier 3000 for icy air and that wild Peak Walk bridge moment. Try snow activities if you want—or just stare at those endless peaks—then finish with free time in Montreux’s lakeside music scene. It’s a day that lingers long after you’re back.

What’s the experience like?

We’d barely left Lausanne when the landscape started changing—those rolling fields giving way to sharp pines and wooden chalets. I kept craning my neck out the bus window (probably annoying my seatmate), just trying to catch every glimpse. Our driver, Marc, handed out maps and grinned when he heard me mispronounce “Les Diablerets”—he said it means “little devils,” which somehow fits. The air smelled like wet earth and wood smoke when we stopped in the village. There was this bakery with fresh bread that made me wish we had more time there.

The cable car up to Glacier 3000 felt almost too smooth for how high we were going—I kept expecting a jolt but it just floated upwards, fifteen minutes of white peaks slowly swallowing everything below. At the top, the wind hit hard and cold; my cheeks stung a bit. The main thing everyone talks about is the Peak Walk bridge. Honestly, I hesitated before stepping on—it sways more than you’d think. But standing there between two peaks, with nothing but snow and sky in every direction (and my heart thumping), I got why people do it. Marc pointed out some of the bigger mountains by name—he seemed proud of them.

I tried the fun park chairlift even though I’m not really a snow person—ended up laughing with a couple from Zurich who kept daring each other to roll down a hill. We all looked ridiculous by the end. Later, back down in Montreux, everything felt softer: lake breeze instead of mountain gusts, jazz drifting out of open doors, teenagers skateboarding near Freddie Mercury’s statue. My hands still smelled faintly metallic from holding onto that bridge cable earlier. I didn’t expect to feel so different in each place on this day trip from Lausanne to Glacier 3000—it’s like you get three moods in one go.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Glacier 3000 and Montreux

• Discover the village of the Diableret
• Take cable car to Glacier 3000
• Enjoy views of 200+ peaks
• Free time on famous rock band tracks
• Experience jazzy atmosphere in Montreux

Top questions

How long does the day trip from Lausanne to Glacier 3000 take?

The tour is a full-day trip including travel time, stops at Les Diablerets village, Glacier 3000, and free time in Montreux before returning to Lausanne.

Is cable car access to Glacier 3000 included?

Cable car access is included if you select that option when booking; otherwise it may not be part of your package.

What happens if weather is bad at Glacier 3000?

Weather can affect visibility and access to activities like the Peak Walk or chairlift; these are not guaranteed until arrival due to mountain conditions.

Is lunch included on this tour?

No lunch is included; you have free time in both Les Diablerets and Montreux where you can buy food.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult throughout the trip.

Does this tour include pickup from my hotel?

No hotel pickup; departure is from a central meeting point in Lausanne as noted on your ticket.

Do I need special equipment for Glacier 3000?

No special equipment is needed but warm clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended due to cold temperatures at high altitude.

What’s included

Your day includes roundtrip bus transport from Lausanne through alpine scenery, bottled water for the ride, a friendly driver-guide who gives out maps and tips along the way, plus your cable car ticket (if selected) for access to Glacier 3000’s Peak Walk bridge, ski lift and fun park activities—plus free time to explore both Les Diablerets village and lakeside Montreux before heading home.