Chaplin, Montreux and Chillon castle Gold tour with cruise
On this day trip, discover the Chaplin's Museum, more than a simple museum it's an amazing adventure through the reconstitution of an Hollywood Studio! Then relax on a 1st class boat cruise from Vevey to the Castle of Chillon. Visit the famous castle of chillon and enjoy a free time in Montreux in this special place.
Fall in love with the Swiss riviera sceneries around Leman Lake. Ride in a comfortable coach from Geneva, driving through the Vaud countryside to Vevey, discover Chapin’s world: a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the artist and the man. Take an extraordinary adventure, across time, and through the magical world of cinema. Prepare to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century through the sets of his greatest films at our Hollywood-style Studio.
Then, enjoy a ride through the World heritage site of Lavaux with an aperitif: vineyard terraces with stunning views over Lake Geneva and the Alps.
In the afternoon, board an old steamer boat “Belle Epoque”, for a cruise across the lake. The Lake of Geneva is the home of the world's most important, most elegant and most homogeneous fleet of side-wheel paddle boats.
You will arrive to the Castle of Chillon, this medieval fortress is located on a beautiful small island. Enter the Middle Ages as you cross the little castle’s covered bridge into its walled courtyards. This is no fairytale castle, but rawly beautiful nonetheless. Rough-hewn stairs lead up to battlements cut with arrow slits, though the chateau was never attacked. The rocky dungeon was the inspiration for a famous poem.
Then discover the Artistic and famous city of Montreux, feel the good vibes of this well known tourist resort before to ride back to Geneva. Because of the exceptionally mild climate Montreux’ plants are associated with the Mediterranean, such as pines, cypresses and palm trees grow here. Charlie Chaplin, Freddie Mercury and several other famous people of world-renown lived and continue to live on the Vaud Riviera.
