Montreux Holidays

Transfer Approx. 3hrs by rail. Your journey involves two changes of trains.

Transfer Approx. 1 1/4hrs by rail. Your journey may involve a change of trains. 

Flight supplements may apply and are based on 7 nights midweek/weekend departures. Other UK regional airports are available on indirect flights.

Luggage Services

‘Bagsahead’ - If you would like to have your luggage collected direct from your home, we recommend Bagsahead.

Car hire available: No

Evening resort bus service: No

Local bus services:

Parking available: No

Resort Ski bus available: No

 PRE-BOOKABLE

‘Riviera Tour ’ lake cruise

From £14, daily
A 2 hour cruise on the picturesque ‘Haut-Lac’ where the most beautiful scenery and impressive backdrops of the upper part of Lake Geneva can be enjoyed.

Great Value Travel Passes

Purchase a travel pass and only pay one inclusive price for your trips!
Prices shown include Travel Card discount.

Montreux Regional Pass

Lake Geneva Regional Pass best for unlimited travel on trains, boats and mountain railways in the Lake Geneva region including Vevey, Evian, Geneva and Rochers de Naye from £84 (any 3 days within 7, 2nd class)

Chocolate train & Gruyères Cheese Dairy

From £60, daily (Jul & Aug) / Fri, Sat, Sun ( Jun ) . Train will run from 11 June - 31 August 2021

Travelling in authentic train carriages from the “Belle Epoque”, style the Chocolate Train allows passengers to discover the landscape and Swiss products. Starting in Montreux, train will cross sunny vineyards, mountain pastures and pass famous chocolate factory in Broc to arrive at the picturesque medieval village Gruyères. Upon completion of this gourmet experience, you will know all there is to know about traditional and tasty Swiss milk choco­late and the famous Gruyères cheese.

Included :

Belle Epoque train Montreux – Montbovon

• Coffee and chocolate bread served between Montreux and Montbovon

• Entrance to "La Maison du Gruyère" and entrance to "La Maison Cailler" with chocolate tasting

• Guiding

• Coach transfer from Montbovon between sites and travel back to Montreux

Other days out from Montreux

Visit  Glacier 3000

There is only one suspension bridge in the world that connects two mountain peaks. It is called Peak Walk by Tissot and it can be found at Glacier 3000. An adventure that you will not easily forget. Take a scenic train journey from Montreux to Gstaad and from there a Post bus to the station of Glacier 3000. Take two gondolas to the top from where views are far reaching to Jungfrau, Matterhorn and Mont Blanc mountains. Various activities from tobogganing, glacier walk, snow bus, alpine coaster, dog sled ride and place to have lunch will keep you occupied for hours.

The Olympic Museum in Lausanne

Learn all about the origins of the games, Olympic symbols, opening and closing ceremonies. Interactive tools allow you to put yourself in the shoes of an athlete and embody the Olympic spirit on 8000m2 of park area. Take a train from Montreux to Lausanne and plan approx. 4hours to visit the museum.

Prices shown include Travel Card discount.

Please note that we act at all times as selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions.

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing but may vary up or down; correct prices will be advised at the time of booking.

• Sightseeing
• Lake cruises
• Walking
• Lakeside Strolls
• Flora and fauna
• History and culture museums
• Festivals
• Cinema
• Cycling
• Shopping
• Watersports

Montreux, Switzerland is a wonderful base from which to explore the region, by boat, train, bus or on foot. Montreux has a beautiful lakeside promenade lined with palm trees and flowers. A visit to the well-known landmark, the charming 'Château de Chillon', is a must, whilst visitors can spend many relaxing days visiting other places of interest along the shores of the lake, such as the city of Geneva itself, or Evian-Les-Bains in France, either by charming lake steamer, or excellent rail links. Alternatively, take the little mountain train up to Rochers de Naye, one of Switzerland's favourite viewpoints.

Resort Card - Free to all guests

The Free ‘Montreux Riviera Resort Card’ is provided by your hotel upon arrival and gives you:

• Free Travel on resort buses, including to Villeneuve nature reserve, Vevey and Glion viewpoint above the lake
• Free Welcome drink at the tourist office upon arrival
• 50% reduction on entrance to many local attractions, including Château de Chillon and Swiss Toy Museum
• Reduced fares on some mountain railways

Subject to change.

Other things to do in and around Montreux

• Famous 12th century Chateau de Chillon (50% reduction with resort card)
• Visit the old town of Vevey, with its cobbled streets, little shops and local history museum (entrance Free)
• Charlie Chaplin Museum in Vevey
• ‘Lavaux Vinorama’ vineyards with wine-tasting and info about this UNESCO world heritage site
• Lavaux Passion wine festival (approx 10-11 September) in nearby Vevey (approx. Sfr30 daily entrance)
• ‘Marmotte Paradise’ (entrance free) observation area at Rochers de Naye
• ‘Les Grangettes’ nature reserve in Villeneuve
• Scenic boat trips to Evian, Lausanne etc.
• Montreux Jazz festival with live music (approx 29-30 Jun)
• Excellent train links to city of Geneva for shopping and sightseeing
• ‘September Musical’ classical music festival (dates tbc)
• Regular folk markets take place in Vevey on Saturdays Jul-beg Sep
• Street Artists festival with free shows in Vevey (dates tbc)

DiscountTravel Card included for all Inghams guests

Save up to 50% with your travel card on trips of your choice across the Swiss transport network. Included in the price of your holiday, and worth over £100!

Travel card sent to you before departure with your rail transfer tickets.

Exploring on the Swiss Transport Network

Switzerland's excellent public transport network of mountain railways, cable-cars, steam boats and buses makes it a pleasure to explore the sights, at your own pace.

Great Value Travel Passes

Purchase a travel pass and only pay one inclusive price for your trips!
Prices shown include Travel Card discount.

Montreux Regional Pass (pre-bookable)

Lake Geneva Regional Pass best for unlimited travel on trains, boats and mountain railways in the Lake Geneva region including Vevey, Evian, Geneva and Rochers de Naye from £84 (any 3 days within 7, 2nd class).

Car hire is available.