The 10 Best Tours in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

August 9, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014; it resulted from the merger of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes.
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1. Rhône Valley Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon

Au Tour Du Vin Tours
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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

Au Tour Du Vin Tours
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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

Mobilboard Annecy - Location de vélo électrique et visites guidées à Segway, 8 Bis Place aux Bois, 74000 Annecy, France Mobilboard Annecy
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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

Tourist Office of Vienne and its region, Pavillon du tourisme, Cours Marc-Antoine Brillier, 38200 Vienne, France Rhône Trip
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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. Private tour of Les Halles Paul Bocuse

Les Halles - Paul Bocuse, 69003 Lyon, France Le Tour des Terroirs
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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 !

6. Lyon Old Town Five Tasting Stops Walking Food Tour with Lunch

Place Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon, France Do Eat Better Experience - Lyon Food Tour
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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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7. ANNECY | Private Walking Tour of Annecy's Historical Center

3 Quai Eustache Chappuis, 74000 Annecy, France Akopso
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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.

8. Private Tour of Parc de la Tête d'or in Lyon

Porte des Enfants du Rhône, Parc de la Tête d'Or, Rue de Créqui, 69006 Lyon, France Lyon Pedicab Tours
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105 hectares, including a 16 hectare lake, three million visitors per year, 8,800 trees, 6,500 m2 of greenhouses, 30,000 rose bushes, a 3.9 km tour, the names of 10,600 dead for France engraved on a monument, 800 animals cared for by 21 agents and nearly a hundred gardeners ... Can we summarize a park such as that of the Tête d'Or by a few figures? The answer is absolutely NO. For this reason, let yourself be advised by your passionate guide who will tell you about all the wonders that this magical park hides. Combining a structured route to discover the different secrets of the park. Through its origins and its history, its botany and its curiosities we will discover this magnificent park and in the background we will discover the history of the city of Lyon. The tour includes two options: the walking tour for group tours and a pedicab option (maximum 2 people) for people with reduced mobility.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water

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Reviewed By sophiesF5934YZ

highly recommended in order to discover the old town of Lyon. I was the only participant of the day, but the guide didn't mind of it. He explained enthusiastically important facts of the history of Lyon. Very pleasant experience ! 신청했던 다른 투어는 일방적으로 캔슬당했는데 이 가이드는 매우 친절하게 투어를 진행했습니다. 리옹 여행 첫날에 신청해서 구시가지를 훑은 덕분에 남은 여행이 더욱 알찼습니다.

9. Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

Bartholdi Fountain, Place des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon, France M&T Tours & Travels
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Plunge into the exciting stories that Lyon hides. Stories, anecdotes and legends that create unforgettable memories - as do its outstanding museums, dynamic cultural life, its past as a France's foremost publishing center, capital of the Three Gauls and "capitale de la Résistance française" and all the facts that have turned Lyon into France's gastronomical capital. During the 3 hours we will spend together you will linger in the major monuments but also discover the most awe-inspiring hidden secret places. The world is a book and those who do not travel and discover read only one page. *Don't hesitate to contact us if you want us to host the experience at a different time, if the experience is fully-booked or if you want us to organize a personalized and private visit.

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10. Paragliding Tandem Flight over the Alps in Chamonix

Brévent - Télécabine de Planpraz, 61 Route Henriette d'Angeville, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France Air Sports Chamonix
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Paragliding is one of the best things to do in Chamonix. Enjoy a paragliding tandem flight over the Alps. You will fly up to 30 minutes just in front of the Mont-Blanc. This flight is the perfect way to get introduced to paragliding. While flying, you can admire the wonderful and unique views over the Alps and their summits. Your pilot will ask you to try yourself to fly the parapente. Thanks to our professional instructors, you will be able to do this activity safely. All our instructors hold official french paragliding teacher certificate, and subscribe to a full insurance, valid for you and for them.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Use of helmet, Inssurance

Exclusions: Photos and HD video of the flight (available to purchase: 30 euros), Ticket for the cable car to reach the takeoff place (available to purchase in our office: about 16€)

Reviewed By ambroisef2016

I did an acrobatic tandem flight and a hike at the Aiguille du Midi. It was perfectly organized and the pilots were all very nice, thank you Airsport Chamonix !!!

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