Montreux to Lausanne: Private day trip
Private ride with a local driver
4h 30mRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
When the Jazz Festival needs a pause, Lausanne is the ideal escape along the lake — just 30 minutes west along the northern shore of Lac Léman, Switzerland's Olympic city rewards a full day of exploration. A Gothic cathedral of exceptional quality, the world's only Olympic Museum, a steep medieval quarter above the lake, and one of the finest collections of Art Brut anywhere combine to make Lausanne one of the most culturally substantial cities in Switzerland.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Montreux whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your driver takes you along the lake from Montreux directly into Lausanne and returns you in time for the evening program — a completely effortless connection between two of the lake's great destinations.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Lausanne should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$158
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$473
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Montreux
You choose the pickup spot. Lausanne
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 3 hours - admission not included
Switzerland's Olympic city delivers a Gothic cathedral of the first order, world-class museums and one of the most culturally substantial old towns on the lake.
What to see
- The Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Lausanne — the finest Gothic cathedral in Switzerland
- The Olympic Museum on the lakefront is the world's most comprehensive collection of Olympic history
- The Collection de l'Art Brut — an internationally significant collection of work by self-taught, outsider, and visionary artists assembled by Jean Dubuffet
- The medieval cité — the steep historic quarter around the cathedral, with its covered wooden market stairs
What to eat
- Papet vaudois — leeks and potatoes braised together and served with saucisse au chou (cabbage sausage), the signature dish of the Canton de Vaud
Take note
- Comfortable footwear is advisable for the old town streets. 
- The Art Brut collection is closed on Mondays — verify opening days before including it in the day's plan.
Back to Montreux
We’ll take you back to your starting point.Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
Lausanne strikes a unique balance between cultural depth and natural beauty. Unlike Zurich's banking focus or Geneva's international diplomacy, Lausanne offers a more relaxed, artistic atmosphere with a strong intellectual heritage from its university and the Olympic movement. The combination of Gothic architecture, lakefront views, and museums of international caliber make it one of Switzerland's most rewarding cultural destinations.
Lausanne sits about 17 miles (27 km) west of Montreux along the northern shore of Lac Leman, with the private transfer taking roughly 30 minutes. The scenic ride follows the lake the entire way, passing the vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before delivering travelers directly into Switzerland's Olympic city.
Yes, the Olympic Museum is one of the most thoughtfully designed sports museums in the world. It traces the history of the Olympic movement from ancient Greece to the modern era through immersive displays, original artifacts, and interactive exhibits. The lakefront setting, with sculptures and gardens, makes it a rewarding stop even for travelers with limited interest in sports.
Yes, the Collection de l'Art Brut is closed on Mondays, so verify opening days before including it in your plan. Comfortable footwear is essential for the steep cobblestone streets of the medieval old town. Most major museums close for at least one day a week, so checking the schedule in advance helps maximize your time at the destination.
Visit the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Lausanne, the finest Gothic cathedral in Switzerland, and the Olympic Museum, the world's most comprehensive collection of Olympic history. The Collection de l'Art Brut showcases internationally significant outsider art, while the medieval site around the cathedral features the iconic covered wooden market stairs descending toward the lake.
Lausanne is Switzerland's Olympic capital, home to the International Olympic Committee and the world's only Olympic Museum on the lakefront. The city is also celebrated for its Gothic cathedral, considered one of the finest in Switzerland, a steep medieval old town above the lake, and one of the world's most significant collections of Art Brut, assembled by the painter Jean Dubuffet.
Try papet vaudois, the signature dish of the Canton de Vaud. It consists of leeks and potatoes braised together and served with saucisse au chou, a smoky cabbage sausage. The dish is hearty and rooted in local farming traditions. Pair it with a glass of Chasselas, the white wine grown on the terraced vineyards of nearby Lavaux.
Lausanne is enjoyable year-round, but warm summer months from June through August are ideal for lakefront strolls and outdoor cafes. Spring brings blooming gardens and pleasant temperatures for walking the medieval old town. Fall is excellent for wine country tours, while winter offers quieter museums and the chance to escape to nearby ski regions in the Alps.
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