Title: Visit Canton of Vaud: Best of Canton of Vaud Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Canton of Vaud Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Canton of Vaud](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Canton of Vaud Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Canton of Vaud](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Canton of Vaud Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Canton of Vaud Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Canton-Of-Vaud.d6052374.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Canton of Vaud Travel Guide ## Switzerland ![Canton of Vaud](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/223000/223741-Chateau-De-Chillon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Christophe Racat/Diableretes Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129676-Les-Diablerets-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Christophe Racat/Diableretes Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129676-Les-Diablerets-Ski-Resort.jpg) ![Photo provided by Guillaume Megevand/Diableretes Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129683-Les-Diablerets-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Guillaume Megevand/Diableretes Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129683-Les-Diablerets-Ski-Resort.jpg) ![Chateau de Chillon which includes mountains, a lake or waterhole and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81855-Chateau-De-Chillon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Canton of Vaud](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81857-Chateau-De-Chillon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### If you’re booking a holiday to the Vaudois Alps in Switzerland, be ready for a fun-filled adventure with far-reaching views and lots to do both summer and winter. As an idyllic Swiss skiing destination, the Vaudois Alps are home to a total of 260 miles of pistes, as well as a host of other winter sports, from snowboarding and ice-skating to curling and tobogganing. If you’re up for something a bit different, you can also try your hand at ice climbing, dog sledding and heli-skiing during your winter holiday. But the Vaudois Alps are equally appealing in the summertime too. Come late spring, wildflowers cover the pastures and valleys and miles of hiking and biking trails open up for you to explore the stunning alpine scenery. You’ll find cultural and historic attractions too. Head to the centuries-old working salt mine at Bex, a fascinating underground labyrinth of passageways and tunnels where you can learn about the history of mining salt from 1684 to the present day. Also nearby is the distinctive turreted castle in the Medieval town of Aigle, which has since become home to the Vine and Wine Museum, recognising its prominent position in the Vaud wine region. Other places worth visiting include the family-oriented Deer Park and the Gentiana Botanical Garden, both in the ski resort of Leysin, and the Glacier 3000 ski area in Les Diablerets. Here you’ll find numerous winter fun activities. Take a chair lift to the top of the mountain and have a high-speed ride down on the alpine coaster, a trip on the snow bus or a vertigo-inducing stroll over the Peak Walk suspension bridge – or you could just head to a mountain hut and enjoy a meal, looking out across the valley. Like most holidaymakers, you’ll probably fly into Geneva International Airport and make your way to your chosen resort by road or rail. Three of the best known ski resorts – Leysin, Villars and Les Diablerets – are easily accessible from any direction, and a narrow gauge railway links them to the towns of Aigle and Bex. But there are plenty of worthwhile excursions beyond the main ski resorts, including to the charming waterfront towns strung along the northern shoreline of Lake Geneva. The obvious places to start are Montreaux and Vevey, linked to each other by a lakeside path, and both home to some fabulous dining, shopping and mountain views. Also worth exploring in more depth is the Vaud canton capital of Lausanne, which was designated the Olympic Capital in 1994 and houses the Olympic Museum and archives. Alternatively, to the east of Lake Geneva, on the other side of the ski resorts, the exclusive village of Gstaad is also within easy reach. For a weekend getaway or a full family holiday, you’ll find loads of things to do in Vaudois Alps and enjoy a great selection of hotels to choose from. ### Popular cities in Canton of Vaud [LausanneKnown for Lakes, Dining and Shopping](https://expedia.co.uk/Lausanne.dx4474) This Olympic city along Lake Geneva is the perfect destination for a short trip with its alpine panorama, the historical old town as well as exciting nightlife. ## Reasons to visit - Ouchy Port - Olympic Museum - AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Lausanne.dx4474)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Lausanne-Hotels.d4474.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ormont-DessusKnown for Skiing, Mountains and Glaciers](https://expedia.co.uk/Ormont-Dessus.dx6143754) Come to quaint Ormont-Dessus and enjoy its skiing, adventures and rock climbing. ## Reasons to visit - Les Diablerets Ski Resort - Jorasse [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ormont-Dessus.dx6143754)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ormont-Dessus-Hotels.d6143754.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [MontreuxKnown for Lakes, Shopping and Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Montreux.dx4480) Palm trees, snowcapped mountains and the majestic Lake Geneva all come together in this charming city, often identified as the jewel of the Swiss Riviera. ## Reasons to visit - Freddie Mercury Statue [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Montreux.dx4480)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Montreux-Hotels.d4480.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [LeysinKnown for Mountains, Skiing and Small town](https://expedia.co.uk/Leysin.dx6023369) Get away to quaint Leysin! Enjoy the skiing, adventure and hiking. ## Reasons to visit - Tobogganing Park [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Leysin.dx6023369)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Leysin-Hotels.d6023369.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [OllonKnown for Skiing, Mountains and Cheese](https://expedia.co.uk/Ollon.dx6143753) Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains and bars in upscale Ollon. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ollon.dx6143753)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ollon-Hotels.d6143753.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [VallorbeKnown for Natural parks and Museums](https://expedia.co.uk/Vallorbe.dx6035372) Vallorbe awaits: its parks, museums and more! [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Vallorbe.dx6035372)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Vallorbe-Hotels.d6035372.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Canton of Vaud ![Montreux](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/489000/489531-canton-of-vaud.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Montreux Palm trees, snowcapped mountains and the majestic Lake Geneva all come together in this charming city, often identified as the jewel of the Swiss Riviera. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Montreux.dx4480) ![Lausanne showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81720-Lausanne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lausanne This Olympic city along Lake Geneva is the perfect destination for a short trip with its alpine panorama, the historical old town as well as exciting nightlife. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lausanne.dx4474) ![Vevey showing a lake or waterhole and outdoor eating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81729-Vevey.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vevey You might find this charming Swiss Riviera city overlooking Lake Geneva extra sweet because it is the global headquarters of food and candy company Nestlé. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vevey.dx5504) ![Villars-sur-Ollon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/489000/489540-villars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Villars-sur-Ollon Bring the family for a friendly ski vacation in this sunny village, complete with fine restaurants and spectacular golf. 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