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From the rare truffles of the Drôme to the vineyards of Beaujolais, the Rhone-Alps reveal the treasures of French cuisine. Gastronomic pleasures are complemented by the lush countryside, filled with fields of lavender. UNESCO-designated Lyon has first-century Roman ruins and the 19th-century Basilica of Fourvière. Forts and castles dot the landscape around Grenoble. Work off excess calories on the slopes of Chamonix and Megève. Visit during fall to take advantage of the grape harvest and many festivals.
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1. Rhône Valley Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
On the tour, you will discover the history of wine in this essential region and enjoy some great wine tastings with Syrah-based appellations (Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Joseph) and Viognier-based appellations (Condrieu).
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By kstich4
We’d give Olivier more points if we could. He met us downtown Lyon and we took the long drive out to Bourgogne and had pleasant conversation the whole way. We visited a premier vineyard, a couple tasting rooms, and a couple region specific wine attractions and Olivier answered all of our questions along the way. We had a delicious lunch in a small town where we also did some sightseeing. Olivier has our full hearted recommendation for anyone looking to do a wine tour out of Lyon.
2. Beaujolais Region Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
There’s a saying in Lyon that the third river flowing in Lyon is… Beaujolais wine. Enjoy this full day tour to discover this beautiful region: the rolling hills and vineyards of the Beaujolais region. You will have the opportunity to taste various local wines, not only the world-renown Beaujolais, but also the other types of wine produced in this area, as well as meeting professional wine-makers.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By mikeF5327YZ
My wife and I, our two adult children and their partners met Olivier at our rental apartment in Lyon for a full day in the northern Rhone Valley. We visited three outstanding wineries and tasted a variety of wines, including some delicious Cornas and an unusual white Chateau-neuf du Pape. We met with the winemakers in each case and learned about the history of the wineries. Olivier gave us a lot of history of the region. Two of the three wineries were able to ship purchases to the US. One referred me to their US importer. All do carry-out purchases, of course, so our apartment is stocked. We made a lunch stop at a very nice restaurant on the Rhone. We started at 9am (earlier than normal, as crowds were large due to Women's World Cup games in Lyon). We were back by 6pm. None of the wineries we visited were crowded; there were a couple of other small groups at two of them, but we still had a very nice private tour experience. We were the only people at the third. Olivier's English is great. He was able to accommodate our largeish group with no trouble. He knows the region and has studied wines and the industry. He was born and grew up in Lyon, so has lots of good advice for the city and surrounding activities. He is flexible and can tune the itinerary to suit the customer. Highly recommended!
3. Annecy Segway Tour - 1h30
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Enjoy this fun and amazing experience on a Segway© during this 1.5 hour tour and discover the beauty of Annecy.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Use of helmet, Live entertainment
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup
Reviewed By ChrissieFrance
After cycling around the lake on e-bikes rented via Mobilboard Annecy the day before, we decided to join the Segway tour to discover more about the town, the lake and the old town. A really fun way to explore the area with a very informative and friendly guide. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Annecy.
4. Northern Rhône Valley Wine Half Day Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Do you like Syrah and Viognier grapes ? Come along with us and enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the fruity and silky taste of Syrah grape of the Northern Cotes du Rhone in their original terroir.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Restroom on board
Reviewed By BigIslandGuyTravels
Having experienced wine tours in southern France, and other wine growing regions in other countries and having members in our family that are in the wine business. I understand the importance of selecting and having local guide that is from the region and has a passion for wine to inform you about the local variations. This is why I would recommend a private tour with this outfit.
5. Gastronomic Tour of Halles Paul Bocuse in Lyon
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
About the guides: • We are all students or graduates of the Paul Bocuse Institute and therefore obviously passionate about gastronomy! We will be very happy to share with you all our gastronomic knowledge • We speak English as well as French About the visit: • Group from 2 to 10 people • 6 to 8 gastronomic stops • Wine, cheese, charcuterie, seafood, chocolates, pastries to taste Tips • Light breakfast to eat all tastings • Put on comfortable shoes and wide pants!
Inclusions: Six to eight gastronomic stops await you (cheeses, cold cuts, pastries ...), Bottled water
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Reviewed By lafilleduchef
We had a great time with Elise who explained so many things about the neighborhood, the association, and all the local food actors. From cheese, to beer, to coffee or ice cream, we tried a lot of delicious things and enjoyed it very much. Highly recommend !
6. Private tour of Les Halles Paul Bocuse
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
About the guides: • We are all students or graduates of the Paul Bocuse Institute and therefore obviously passionate about gastronomy! We will be very happy to share with you all our gastronomic knowledge • We speak English as well as French About the visit: • Private tour that can go from 1 to 15 people • 6 to 8 gastronomic stops • Wine, cheese, charcuterie, seafood, chocolates, pastries to taste Tips • Light breakfast to eat all tastings • Put on comfortable shoes and wide pants!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Six to eight gastronomic stops await you (cheeses, cold cuts, pastries ...), A guide just for you!
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Reviewed By lafilleduchef
We had a great time with Elise who explained so many things about the neighborhood, the association, and all the local food actors. From cheese, to beer, to coffee or ice cream, we tried a lot of delicious things and enjoyed it very much. Highly recommend !
7. Lyon Old Town Five Tasting Stops Walking Food Tour with Lunch
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Thanks to our gastronomic tour you will have an overview of the gastronomic tradition of this beautiful city and feel like a true Lyonese walking through the streets and tasting delicious typical dishes guided by a local friend.
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water
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8. ANNECY | Private Walking Tour of Annecy's Historical Center
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit one of the cutest cities of the Rhône-Alpes region of France: Annecy. It's situated in the Alps, so if you love skiing this is the place for you. Today, you can enjoy a private walking tour of Annecy with a private guide who will take you to all the spots that interest you most! Also known as the "Second Venice," Annecy has plenty of beauty in store. See the Palais de l'Isle, which was a prison in the 12th century, and for something completely different, move on to cross the bridge of lovers. Another must-see is the gleaming lake of Annecy, inarguably a city highlight. Before you end your day in Annecy, you are also recommended to visit the Old Town, a lovely area full of quaint cafés to keep visitors well-fueled and busy. If there is any place in particular you would like to go but it is not mentioned in the tour description, just ask your guide and he or she will be happy to take you wherever you want to go.
Inclusions: Services of an expert guide during a private guided walking tour
Exclusions: Any entrance tickets - Transportation
Reviewed By Pia G
Interesting tour presenting a good overview of Lyon. Good start of a weekend visit. Best stop was Basilisque Fourvière.
9. Cheese and Wine Accord Tour at Château de Champ-Renard
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Château de Champ-Renard, of medieval origin, welcomes you in a unique setting for a private cheese and wine pairing workshop to do with some of your loved ones. "Entrevous", you can get away for a few hours while enjoying a privileged setting. After a private tour of the property and an explanation of the work in the vineyard and the winemaking process, we offer a tasting of 4 vintages of the Château in red and white, in accordance with 4 cheeses ripened by the cheese maker, Blacé. Explore the range of possible combinations to enhance your cheese platter and the wines of the Estate.
Inclusions: Tasting of 4 wines, A screen-printed glass of the Château as a gift, Cheeses, Breadsticks, Animation by a winemaker
Exclusions: Transport
10. Self-Guided Gravel Bike Adventure in the Monts de Genève
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In the space of a few hours, experience an off-the-beaten-track adventure in both France and Switzerland at the foot of the Salève, the iconic Genevois mountain. You will follow the Arve river towards the Swiss border, passing vineyards, orchards and farmland before attacking the slopes of the Salève and discovering the unspoilt natural surroundings of our region following tracks and paths to La Chartreuse de Pomier. The route back is a mixture of paths and minor roads… the views across to Geneva and Lake Geneva are incredible.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, GPS pre-loaded with the itinerary
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