What to do and see in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Sightseeing Tours

October 3, 2021 Viva Honore

Discover the best top things to do in Ain, France including Beaujolais & Pérouges Wine & Food Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon, Pérouges & Annecy Private Day Trip with Food Tasting from Lyon, Paris by Night 2h Tour in Vintage French Car, The medieval town of Pérouges and Bugey wine, Duo Heritage Pass, Beaujolais & Perouges Medieval Town - Private Day Tour, Solo Heritage Pass, Private Full Day Tour of Perouges and Annecy from Lyon with Hotel pick-up.
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1. Beaujolais & Pérouges Wine & Food Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon

Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, France Tasty Lyon
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This original itinarary will offer you a global overview of the Lyonnaise region. Enjoy an exceptional day to discover the wonders of these three regions. Enjoy an authentic and gourmet day in the countryside of Lyon. Cross the Beaujolais region and its beautiful vineyards in the morning, the occasion to taste some of the best wines of the region. Then will have a lunch break, in the heart of the Bresse region, world famous for its poultry. You guide will gladly give you advice about the local specialities you should taste. The town of Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne will amaze you with its medieval centre, its famous covered famer’s market and its delicious gastronomy. Finally, you will cross the Dombes region, the region of a thousand lakes to reach the medieval of Pérouges. You will taste the delicious “galette” and travel back in time in its little cobblestone streets. An historic, authentic and gourmet day!

Inclusions: Food tasting, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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...

2. Pérouges & Annecy Private Day Trip with Food Tasting from Lyon

Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, France Tasty Lyon
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An unusual itinerary to discover the treasures of the lyonnaise region. Amazing sceneries, history and local specialities will make this day a unique experience 100% made in France! From the plain of La Dombes, famous for its 1000 lakes to the bottom of the French Alpes, this tour will show you to the wonders of two most beautiful medieval cities in the region. Morning will be devoted to the discovery of Pérouges, village out of time listed as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. You will be able to taste the local speciality : the galette, in this unique medieval atmosphere Then you will take the road again to arrive in Annecy for lunch. The perfect opportunity to taste the local cuisine. Rich and delicious mountain cheese-based dishes. During the afternoon you will be able to discover the city on your own, walking around in the beautiful cobblestone streets. Cruise, cheese factory tour…you will have several options, don’t hesitate to ask your driver-guide for advice!

Inclusions: Food tasting, Driver/guide, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Lunch, Optional lake cruise, Optional cheese tasting

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. Paris by Night 2h Tour in Vintage French Car

73 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, France City Wheels Paris Tours
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See Paris' heritage in vintage luxury open roof french Citroen. Explore the city during an unforgettable moment, and enjoy the most of it by cruising around the iconic Citroen Traction with retractable roof. Probably the best way to see Paris's most beautiful sights, such as Champs-Elysées, Eiffel Tower, Louvre museum, Montmartre, Latin Quarter, Moulin Rouge cabaret and other famous monuments! Get insights tips from your knowledgeable guide! Sightseeing the city with class, seating at the back of your fully restored classic french car. Best value for money, as 4 people can fit all in 1 car. Important notice: The itinerary of your tour may change depending on the traffic of the day, our drivers will do their best to adapt the route to show you as many monuments as possible, but we can’t guarantee you to see all the monuments stated on the list. After booking, the supplier will coordinate the tour time based on when the request comes in.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Local Guide, Private Guide, Driver Guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By DamienHaney

What a amazing time! Laurent collected us from our hotel to make a big trip around Paris. He was really friendly and informative and we’re able to stop in lot of beautiful places to take some pictures of the car with us. Thanks you very much

4. The medieval town of Pérouges and Bugey wine

Rhône Trip
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It just seems that we are in a time warp here… In Pérouges you will have the impression that time has stopped. Follow us along the cobblestone streets of this charming little village. You will be immersed in the Middle Ages. The houses, the alleys, the stalls all are authentic! Nothing better then to have a seat on the village square, to savour the authentic galette of Pérouges and its bowl of cider. You will then drive to a secret vineyard nearby and have the chance to taste local french grapes in an authentic place.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, 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.

5. Duo Heritage Pass

Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Duo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person plus one guest of their choice. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge your entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Parking Fees, Gratuities

6. Beaujolais & Perouges Medieval Town - Private Day Tour

Kanpai Tourisme

Escape from city and discover Lyon’s magnificent countryside and its best sights. Along this full day private tour from Lyon, visit Oingt & Perouges villages listed among the 157 most beautiful towns in France and taste award winning Beaujolais wines at a small family winery. An educative & fun tour among friends you will remember for ever

Inclusions: Private transportation, Wine tasting of 4-5 wines at a small family winery, Guiding in English with wine connoisseur, Mercedes deluxe minivan

Exclusions: Lunch is not included. Menus from 20 € / person

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!

7. Solo Heritage Pass

Paris, France Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Solo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person only. It is strictly personal and non-transferable once activated. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees

8. Private Full Day Tour of Perouges and Annecy from Lyon with Hotel pick-up

01800 Pérouges, France Tour Travel and More Paris

After leaving Lyon, your first destination will be the medieval town of Perouges. Upon arrival, you will appreciate the medieval buildings with wooden facades preserved over time, walking through its narrow streets your guide will tell you about the stories of its streets and we will help you visit the main square, its 1792 Freedom Tree and the Old Perouges. We will take a break and taste the best culinary dishes offered by the town in a small restaurant. Later we continue to the city of Annecy where you will meet your official tour guide for a 2 hours guided tour. You will visit the most important monuments of the town, such as the Island Palace located over the Thiou River. Among many other places to visit, you can enjoy: The High Door Princes Street Tilo Square The Old Pérouges Museum The Dombes Plateau Lower Gate of Perouges Perouges Town Hall The Island Palace (Palais de l’Isle) Château d’Annecy And much more! At the end, your private driver will take you back Lyon.

Inclusions: Private luxury vehicle French or English speaking driver for 8 hours, Official Tour Guide for 2 hours in Annecy, Pick up in place of choice inside Lyon, Private Tour, Local Taxes

Exclusions: Entrances Fees, Food and Drinks

Reviewed By Rafagonzaleza21

All was very well organized by the company. The local guide was excellent as well as the driver. I suggest tourists to take this tour.

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