The 15 Best Montreux Tours

1.Chaplin’s World Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 516 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Spend two to three hours exploring Chaplin’s former home, personal belongings, family life, film sets, and a large studio devoted to his career. The self-guided admission includes the manor, studio, park, and Bentley garage shop. No guide or hotel transfer is provided, and the ticket is non-refundable.

“Chaplin'world is a wonderful exhibition, highly recommended. Don't book through Viator! Boo directly at Chaplin's world - much cheaper!Auto-translated”

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2.Maison Cailler chocolate factory Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 339 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

At Maison Cailler in Broc, Switzerland, you’ll follow chocolate from Aztec traditions to modern production through an interactive one-hour visit. Admission includes the exhibition and tasting, with many samples to try. The official experience is offered in English, and Spanish audio may be available. Allow 45 minutes to 90 minutes, including time in the shop or café.

“La historia de Cailler y del chocolate la cuentan de una manera interactiva y divertida. Me encanto, vale la pena la visita y la degustación de los chocolates.”

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3.Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $18Best value

Visit Château de Chillon near Montreux with a prebooked mobile ticket and explore at your own pace. Follow the printed route, add an audio guide for extra context, or choose a costumed guide when available. Allow 1 to 2 hours, though history lovers may want longer. Public transport stops nearby, and Café Byron is 50 meters away.

“Seeing the happy children on the donkey and the pottery. The castle history was quite informative. Easily accessible. Public transportation at the door.”

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4.Glacier 3000 Ticket Including Cable Car and Peak Walk by Tissot

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $56

Make your own way to Les Diablerets, collect your ticket, and ride the panoramic cable car to Glacier 3000. At the summit, cross the Peak Walk by Tissot, walk beside the glacier, use the Ice Express chairlift, and visit the snow park. Allow about three hours, dress warmly, and choose a clear day.

“Attraction was closed due to Wx. Still waiting my refund from Viator. Customer agent said that refund should be asked 24-48h before (yes, you need to know exactly in advance how will be the weather in 2 days ). Maybe with this information I could work as a weather forecast analist..”

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5.Maison Cailler Visit and Walk A Pioneer in the Meadows

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $22

Visit Maison Cailler in Broc, Gruyère, Switzerland’s oldest chocolate brand still in production. Your included admission gives you time to discover Cailler’s chocolate-making tradition and taste its creations. The experience is offered in English, lasts about one to three hours, and suits families, couples, and anyone with a sweet tooth.

“That was amazing, excited. I and my daughter were very happy. Thank you very much. You can taste the chocolates.”

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6.Private Ski and Snowboard Lessons – 3 hours Verbier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Meet your English-speaking PDS Snowsport instructor at Verbier Bike Park for three hours of private coaching. Claudio and Paloma are named instructors associated with the experience. Lessons suit beginners, families, and stronger skiers, with time for technique, confidence, or guided runs. Lift passes are not included.

“My experience was great! Claudio was really helpful and made the whole experience really smooth. The evolution is evident every time”

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7.In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $38

Join an English-language, one-hour walking tour from Montreux’s covered market to the Freddie Mercury statue. You’ll follow a gentle 1-kilometer route past the Casino Barrière, hear Peter Freestone’s personal Queen anecdotes, and view period photos and videos. Lucien Muller is the provider contact. The small group is limited to 15 people.

“It was a magical moment standing next to Freddie and in Queen the studio experience it felt like all four members were in the room at the mixing desk. A kind of magic.”

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8.Round trip cruise from Montreux to Chillon

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 27 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Take a CGN boat from Montreux along the Vaud Riviera toward Chillon Castle, Villeneuve, and other Lake Geneva ports. The roughly two-hour cruise offers open-water views, onboard restrooms, mobile entry, and the option to leave at Chillon. Check the timetable closely: the next suitable return boat may be two hours later, and not every sailing follows the same stop pattern.

“Beautiful trip around the lake, gorgeous weather and wonderful scenery. Easy to book and well organised.Well worth the money.”

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9.In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury (Extended 2h30 version)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $64

Walk about 2 kilometers through Montreux with an English-speaking guide, following Freddie Mercury and Queen connections from Le Petit Palais to the lakeside statue. Expect exclusive photos and videos, stops near Casino Barrière, and a flat route suitable for most people. The free Queen Studio Experience is nearby but not included inside the tour.

“This is a must do for any Queen fan, it is fantastic, full of interesting facts about the music scene in Montreux, our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable about all things Freddie, all flat walking and very easy, it takes you into places that the general public cannot go, I recommend the full extended tour, absolutely worth doing and all in the beautiful surroundings of the Lake, worth every penny. Awesome, thank you for a fab experience, sadly don't remember the name of our friendly tour guide.”

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10.Day trip to Glacier 3000 from Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $125

Travel by bus from Montreux to Les Diablerets, then spend about four hours in the Swiss Alps. Choose transport only, cable car access, or the Gold Tour with the Peak Walk by Tissot. Guides such as Normunds and Bobby are praised for clear directions and good humor, but check exactly what your ticket includes before booking.

“We had a great time! Super easy to find the meeting point, plenty of time to explore once there and then got back to the bus to find some hot wine and Swiss cheese for us! Normund was a great tour guide, fun and informative. Highly recommend!”

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11.Full Day Private Ski Lesson in Verbier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend a full ski day in Verbier with a certified private instructor from European Snowsport. Set your own goals, from first turns to stronger red-run technique. Instructors such as Martina, Jonas, Kate, Mattia, and JT have helped families, children, beginners, and advanced skiers. Lift tickets and equipment cost extra.

“Martina was the best! Very good with our kid and he loved her!! Highly recommend!!”

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12.Round trip cruise from Vevey to Chillon

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 15 reviews · from $37

Board a CGN Belle Epoque boat at Vevey-Marché for a roughly two-hour round trip past Clarens, Montreux, Territet, Chillon, Villeneuve, Le Bouveret, and St Gingolph. See the Lavaux vineyards, Alps, and Château de Chillon from Lake Geneva. You can leave the boat at Chillon and return on a later sailing, subject to the timetable.

“Cruising on Lake Geneva in your old fashioned lake bateau was an amazing fun experience. The views from the boat were spectacular ! And arriving by bateau to Chillon Castle was a million dollar view! One comment: a return schedule posted on that board by the dock would have been helpful.”

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13.Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000 from Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $104

Travel by bus from Montreux to Les Diablerets and Col du Pillon, then ride the cable car to Glacier 3000. You can cross the Peak Walk, try seasonal rides, and enjoy mountain views. Guides such as Tom, David, Roger, and Zak have been praised for humor and helpful advice. Cable car and activity access depend on your selected option and weather.

“The views were incredible, weather perfect. We had a great time. Van was comfortable, driver experienced and professional.”

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14.Day Trip to Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise from Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $206

Travel from Montreux to Zermatt by air-conditioned bus, electric vehicle, and the Matterhorn Express cable car. You get free time in Zermatt, a visit to Glacier Paradise at 3,883 meters, and a look at old Hinterdorfstrasse. Driver-guides such as Bibis keep the day organized, but you explore the mountain independently.

“The snow covered mountains are beautiful. In November, The trees are an orange yellow and contrast with the snow was spectacular. Our guide, Bibis, was great. He had a great sense of humor, and kept us on track to see everything. We shared the gondola and lift with skier which was fun. the only thing I would recommend is not to eat up top with the skiers. It was crowded and hot. It would have been more fun to eat in Zermatt and spend a little extra time in the town.”

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15.Explore Montreux in 60 minutes with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $105

Explore Montreux with an independent local in a small group of up to eight people. You’ll connect Freddie Mercury’s legacy, Casino Barrière, Territet, and Chillon Castle while hearing about local life and recent changes. The route adapts to your interests and pace, though transport, entry fees, and personal costs are extra.

“This is a wonderful experience, totally worth it especially with Adrienna. She was marvelous and made it educational with facts, fun and very flexible”

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