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Things to do in Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Bus Tours
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. 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!
2. Vienne & Côte Rôtie Private tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Wine lovers, you will fall under the spell of the beauty of this vineyard and the quality of its wines. An authentic tour with a cultural and gourmet discovery. Discover the famous Côte-Rôtie vineyards with this half-day tour which combines cultural discovery and tastings of local specialities and wine. Your passionate driver-guide takes you to the heart of the roman city of Vienne, where you will discover antic and medieval buildings. You will also enjoy a gourmet stop where you will taste the local charcuterie and cheeses and wine. The tour will continue with a visit of a family-run winery in the Côte-Rôtie vineyard. You will stroll in the wines and get a chance to meet with the winemaker and exchange with him. Of course, you will have a wine tasting of several wines. The Côte-Rôtie vineyard will no longer have secrets for you!
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Food tasting
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By J_from_Dusseldorf
I unfortunately cannot recommend this tour operator. I booked a tour with them and got the information that the tour was fully refundable. Given the Corona crisis, I had to cancel my tour. After the initial information that refunds need a bit longer (which I fully understand), nothing happened. I still haven´t received the refund after months and I have not received any information when/if this will happen at all, either. Any attempt to contact the company is being ignored. Neither do they answer to messages nor phone calls. Very disappointing...
3. Macon & Beaujolais Wine Tour - Full Day - Small Group Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Pouilly Fuissé, Pouilly Vinzelles, Mâcon Villages, St Véran, Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly, Moulin-a-Vent ... Welcome to Macon & Beaujolais Crus regions where some of the best Chardonnay and Gamay wines are produced! Along this wine tour in South Burgundy, visit 2 family wineries and make yours the famous French adage which says "Whites then reds won't go to your head; reds then whites and you're out for the night"!
Inclusions: Air Conditioned minibus - very confortable., English and French speaking guide., Wine tasting with about 11/12 wines tasted.
Exclusions: Food and drinks are not included., Lunch is not included but the local restaurant where we will stop suggest a menu of the day (around 20
Reviewed By RenaeMalaga
This was an excellent day trip from Lyon. Oliver was the perfect guide for this region. He was very knowledgeable & friendly. We learned so much about the grapevines & making of wine. He guided us through the scenic countryside & medieval villages providing much interesting history on the region. Very enjoyable!
4. Beaujolais Crus Wines & Castles - Morning - Small Group Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Brouilly, Morgon, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Moulin-a-Vent, Juliénas, etc. Welcome to the Northern Beaujolais Region where the elite Gamay wines called "crus" are produced! Along this wine tour, as you drive through charming towns with beautiful castles, let us introduce you to some of the most renowned Beaujolais wines at a small family winery & in the magnificent cellar of a Chateau Estate:
Inclusions: High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning, Guiding in English and French language., Expert guide in wine and Lyon region., Wine tasting included (9/10 wines)
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Reviewed By RenaeMalaga
This was an excellent day trip from Lyon. Oliver was the perfect guide for this region. He was very knowledgeable & friendly. We learned so much about the grapevines & making of wine. He guided us through the scenic countryside & medieval villages providing much interesting history on the region. Very enjoyable!
5. Yvoire Medieval village & Boat Cruise
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the city medieval of Yvoire, its charming flowery alleys, its fantastic view over the Lake and its major Jardin des 5 sens and enjoy a boat cruise for your return to Geneva. This independant tour gives you the opportunity to make your timetable without following a group. Take a shared transport to Yvoire, then visit on your own the charming village of the middle age, names " most beautiful village of France". The castle from 1036, the fortifications surroundings the village and the handcrafted shops will make you travel through times. Finaly, enjoy a beautiful cruise on a steamer boat and admire Geneva lake shores on the water
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan,
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Guide
6. 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.
7. Rhône Valley Terroir Private Tour with Local Cheese & Wine Tasting from Lyon
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the lyonnais terroir in 4 hours. On this back roads tour you will discover the fabulous wines of the Northern Rhône Valley and another local speciality, which is worth the trip for those people who love the “food & wine“ matching : the Rigotte de Condrieu, a goat cheese with a subtle and fragrant taste! Aboard our minivan you will see authentic and beautiful landscapes.
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Wine tasting, Cheese tasting, licensed/certified guide-driver, Local guide, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch
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.
8. Beaujolais Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
You will explore the most sensual vineyard in France ! Let’s go to the north of Lyon to discover a very nice hilly wine region that produces a light, fruity and gourmet wine with some character.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Lunch, 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.
9. Northern Rhône Valley Cheese & Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Lyon
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4.9 based on 9 reviews
Explore the lyonnais terroir in 4 hours. On this back roads tour you will discover the fabulous wines of the Northern Rhône Valley and another local speciality, which is worth the trip for those people who love the “food & wine“ matching : the Rigotte de Condrieu, a goat cheese with a subtle and fragrant taste! Aboard our minivan you will see authentic and beautiful landscapes.
Inclusions: Food tasting, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
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.
10. Champagne Area Small Group Day Trip with Champagne House & Tastings from Paris
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4.9 based on 148 reviews
The only place in the world that is able to grow and produce Champagne is just outside of Paris. Join this small group tour and you’ll discover the growing, harvesting, bottling, and proper way of tasting Champagne. To keep the experience as intimate as possible, you will be in a group of no more than 8 people and your guide.
Inclusions: 4 Champagne tastings, Visit to Moêt and Chandon + tastings 1 or 2 glasses depending on option selected., Visit to small producer + tastings, Visit to Reims Cathedral, Visit the tomb of Dom Perignon, Driver/guide, Return transport from Paris by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food
Reviewed By Pjrour995
the guide very well known as locals, we walked to the village of Marie Antoinette, we saw the lyon I absolutely enjoyed my time.
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