Your ready-to-follow itinerary for castles, vineyards, lake cruises, cheese, and chocolate — whether you have 1 night or 3+ days!
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Palm trees line the lakeside promenade.
Vineyards cascade down the hills above Lake Geneva.
And medieval castles rise straight out of the water.
From here you can ride a scenic mountain train, cruise across Lake Geneva, taste Swiss cheese and chocolate, and walk through some of the most beautiful terraced vineyards in Europe.
Sounds amazing... right?
But once you start planning, the questions stack up quickly.
→ Should you stay in Montreux, or in a nearby town?
→ Is Chillon Castle actually worth visiting?
→ How do you see the Lavaux vineyards without a car?
→ Can you visit Gruyères and the Cailler chocolate factory in one day?
→ What are the best things to do in Montreux, Switzerland if you only have a short stay?
You don't have to figure this out yourself.
We've already done the exploring and planning for you.
Ready to relax on the Swiss Riviera? Here's your ticket: the 3-Day Guide to Montreux!
3 easy-to-follow, minute-by-minute itineraries that help you experience the best of Montreux and the Swiss Riviera without wasting time figuring out logistics.
Instead of guessing or Googling "things to do in Montreux," this guide delivers a clear Swiss Riviera itinerary with everything organized for you.
The stressful details are already decided.
Researched, written, and crafted by Jana + Brett. ← Who are they? The duo behind Aplins in the Alps, trusted by nearly 100k YouTube subscribers, 20K email readers, and 1000s of delighted customers.
Here's a little taste of what's inside the 3-Day Guide to Montreux + the Swiss Riviera
This first step maximizes the value you'll get out of your Guide (and your vacation).
For 99% of Swiss travelers, not having a train pass (or guest card!) is like throwing your money in the garbage.
And because confusing timetables and ticket options shouldn't be what makes or breaks your time on Lake Geneva.
On Day 1, you'll ride the scenic train to Rochers-de-Naye, explore Montreux's lakeside promenade, and visit the famous Fort or Château de Chillon.
Day 2 takes you to the Gruyère cheese factory, medieval village, and Cailler chocolate factory.
Spend Day 3 cruising across Lake Geneva, exploring the charming town of Vevey, and walking through the vineyard terraces of Lavaux — wine tastings included!
Even if Montreux is only a short part of your Switzerland itinerary, you'll leave feeling like you truly relaxed on the Swiss Riviera.
Our custom Google Maps (one for each daily itinerary) make sure you don't get lost.
And navigating public transport tickets is simplified with our spreadsheet and checklist.
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This isn't a list of ideas — it's a done-for-you Swiss Riviera itinerary.
Buy Your Swiss Riviera Guide NowThe Swiss Riviera is one of the most relaxing regions in Switzerland.
Yet many travelers pass through without realizing how much there is to experience nearby.
Whether you have a quick overnight before your flight out of Geneva Airport or you'll be spending 3+ days here, it's worth exploring the Swiss Riviera.
That's why this Guide was created on the ground, not behind a desk — crafted by real travelers, not tourism boards.
Our family of three lives near Interlaken, Switzerland. We spend our days exploring the Alps, filming travel videos, and helping travelers plan their Swiss vacation with confidence.
We've spent more than a decade exploring this country, and the 100+ pages of this Montreux Travel Guide are based on our real experiences — not marketing brochures.
It's our honest opinion about the best way to spend 3 days in Montreux and the Swiss Riviera.
Ready for castles, vineyards, lake cruises, cheese, and chocolate?
This guide is your Swiss Riviera travel companion.
For comparison, the cost of this 3-Day Guide to Montreux + the Swiss Riviera is about the same as:
A boat cruise on Lake Geneva
A wine tasting in Lavaux vineyards
2 adult tickets to Château de Chillon
If you answered “yes” to at least one of these questions, then this guide was made for you!
In that case, you'll probably want to browse our free YouTube library or blogs instead!
You could spend dozens of hours researching:
→ Or you could open this guide and follow the plan.
We've already done the exploring, testing, and organizing.
All that's left is to enjoy the lake views, castles, vineyards, cheese, and chocolate!
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Absolutely! Each daily itinerary can stand alone, or you can mix-and-match to combine the activities that are most interesting to you. For example, enjoy our customized Montreux Walking Tour and plan a visit to Château de Chillon.
This guide works well year-round, but it's the absolute best from late-April to mid-October when lake cruises, castles, and museums operate at full schedules.
Visiting outside of that season? The Guide provides alternate options and instructions.
This Guide recommends the best train tickets and passes for each daily itinerary, specific routes, charts, and map pins. Essentially, we're foolproofing your navigation!
Bonus: We also mention one of our favorite Swiss panoramic train rides that starts or ends in Montreux!
Because of its location, this Swiss Riviera itinerary pairs well with a trip to Zermatt or the Jungfrau Region. Browse all of our Guides and Bundles here.
(Need more help planning your trip? Start here!)
Yes! Each itinerary can be adapted to your family's pace and preferences, but children will likely enjoy the interactive museums, playgrounds, and boat rides.
Bonus: Kids under 6 are always free on Swiss transportation, and many of these destinations offer discounted rates for kids under the age of 16!
Our Guide includes self-guided Walking Tours, and we list the approximate distances and durations, as well as alternate options if you need less time on your feet.
However, some activities are more strenuous, such as medieval villages with cobblestone streets or castles with narrow staircases.
Our free content is like a sample. This Guide is like having Jana and Brett in your pockets as your personal tour guides! We've done all of the trip-planning research, itinerary-organizing, and seasonal adjustments for you!
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All of our Swiss Travel Guides are only available for digital purchase, but you can easily print out the PDF itinerary!
Relax on the Swiss Riviera. Here's your ticket: the 3-Day Guide to Montreux!
Your ready-to-follow itinerary for castles, vineyards, lake cruises, cheese, and chocolate — whether you have 1 night or 3+ days!
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