Top Lyon Spring Break in 2026

1. Walk from Bellecour Square to the wine-tasting room located in Vieux Lyon., Enjoy a leisurely walk to our private wine tasting venue in the heart of Old Lyon. Along the way, discover one traboule, the famous hidden passageways. 2. Wine tasting of 4 wines paired with 4 local cheeses. to the world of cheese and wine, discovering the main families of cheeses (goat, cow, sheep), traditional production methods, and the key cheese-making regions near Lyon. 3. Enjoy a convivial break with Lyon-style charcuterie, paired with a fruity Beaujolais red wine, perfect for preparing your palate for the chocolate and wine tasting pairing. 4. Taste 4 exquisite chocolates, carefully selected from renowned chocolatiers, each paired with a red wine from the Lyon region or southern France, for unique chocolate and wine pairings.

Discover the exquisite wines of Côtes du Rhone on this full-day tour led by a local Insider. Explore renowned appellations like Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, and Saint-Joseph, while tasting up to 8 exceptional wines from family-run estates to innovative newcomers. You'll learn about the region’s rich winemaking heritage, including unique traditions such as the pear-in-the-bottle. For lunch, enjoy a regional meal at a discreet local address, rarely found on itineraries. Beyond the vineyards, the journey also leads to some of the region’s quieter gems including a forgotten medieval village surrounded by vines, where time seems to stand still. The village is home to one of France’s most confidential wine appellations: just a few hectares producing intense, highly sought-after wines, reserved for those in the know.

Join us for an exclusive full-day wine tour in the breathtaking Beaujolais region, located just outside Lyon. In less than an hour, you’ll find yourself surrounded by rolling vineyards and picturesque villages. You’ll visit carefully selected wineries, where you’ll be warmly welcomed and enjoy wine tastings. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch (included in the price), featuring fresh local ingredients and wine, all set against the stunning Beaujolais countryside. We’ll explore the enchanting Pierres Dorées area, famous for its golden-stone villages, and visit the village of Oingt, officially classified as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France,” offering a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. This tour is perfect for those who want to discover a small wine region at a relaxed pace, in a small group, and enjoy a day filled with delicious wines and stunning scenery. If you prefer a different date, please contact me.

This wine & food tour is a perfect introduction to Beaujolais traditions. From Lyon, discover Villefranche farmer market, enjoy a traditional mâchon, explore the scenic wine route, and end with a winery visit and tasting in a local village.

On the way to the wine-tasting room, discover one of the city's famous traboules, the hidden passageways that connect parallel streets through historic buildings. Step into a beautiful apartment in the heart of Vieux Lyon and enjoy a unique wine tasting experience. As you settle in, your sommelier will introduce the wine regions surrounding Lyon and guide you through an authentic tasting journey featuring regional wines paired with some of the city's most iconic specialties. Over the next 2 hours, discover six wines from the renowned wine regions surrounding Lyon, including the Côtes du Rhône, Beaujolais, Mâconnais and Burgundy. As you taste each wine, your sommelier will introduce the grape varieties, terroirs and traditions that make these regions so distinctive. Each wine is paired with a selection of Lyon's iconic specialties, including St-Marcellin cheese, Lyon-style charcuterie, artisanal chocolates and the city's famous praline treats. The experience concludes at 1:00 p.m.

Here, no frozen tasting or formatted speech. Sommelier Lyonnais by birth, your host gives you a real method to look, smell and analyze a wine, understand the pairings and choose a bottle with confidence, whether in the restaurant or at home. To make the moment even more lively, make room for pétanque, while one team plays, the other continues the tasting, and each alternates between balls and glass in hand. This mix of learning and play, in an authentic neighborhood cellar of the Plateau de la Croix-Rousse, creates a relaxed and warm atmosphere not found in standardized tourist tastings. A real Lyon break, thought like a good afternoon with friends.

Set off from Lyon to explore the picturesque vineyards of the Rhône Valley, home to the renowned Hermitage appellation. Begin with a guided hike through the vineyards, surrounded by stunning views of the Rhône River and rolling hills. Your guide will share insights into the region’s geology, flora, and winemaking traditions. After the hike, enjoy a leisurely lunch in Tain l’Hermitage, with recommendations from your guide on the best local spots. Then, visit the Valrhona Cité du Chocolat to explore the art of chocolate making and taste their premium creations. Finish your day with a visit to a local winery, where you’ll tour the facilities and enjoy a wine tasting of carefully selected Rhône Valley wines. Return to Lyon with unforgettable memories of wine, chocolate, and nature.

Beaujolais is like Tuscany : scenic roads, hills covered with vineyards, quaint old villages built with local vibrant orange stones, & good products like wines & goat cheeses. Only 30 minutes out of Lyon, this excursion in the southern part of the Beaujolais region, the so called Golden stones area, has only one purpose : to enjoy the laziness of the French countryside. Terroir (soil) & savoir-faire (traditions) take the place of honor in this tour. 4H Tour Chatillon d’Azergues, Chessy les Mines, Bagnols… follow the medieval villages full of castles & chateaux, walk in the vineyards, connect with a passionate winemaker whose dedication to wine has been shared in the same family for 3 to 8 centuries… Taste 5 Beaujolais wines at the winery & enjoy a walk in the gem of the entire region : the village of Oingt, listed as one of the “Plus Beaux Villages de France”, i.e. One of the Most Beautiful Villages of France

Let your private guide be the designated driver while you sniff, sip, and swill on this door-to-door tour of the northern Beaujolais region. Wander through a market with your guide, stopping to sample favorite snacks, and then continue to a family-run winery for a tour and tasting. Learn more about the “terroir” that makes Beaujolais so special as you travel through vineyards.

Join us for a day of adventure through the prestigious Beaujolais and Mâconnais vineyards. I take you to meet family estates steeped in history, where you can explore the secrets of local viticulture. You will make stops to enjoy the magnificent views! You will discover the Gamay and Chardonnay grape varieties, the emblematic varieties of the region. You will taste exceptional white and red wines. You will discover the AOP Beaujolais as well as Crus like AOP Morgon, Fleurie, Moulin à vent. You will also taste Macon wines: Pouilly-Fuissé, St-Véran... I drive you in our luxury vehicle and everything is planned so that you just go and enjoy your Day with us. I am here to share my knowledge, answer all your questions and accompany you so that you can have an unforgettable day. Book your place now for a day of exploration and delights!

Enjoy a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride from Lyon through the prestigious vineyards of the Northern Rhône Valley. Travel in comfort with an English-speaking Welcome Driver who tailors the day to your preferences, letting you choose which wine regions to explore, how long to stay, and where to stop for photos. Your friendly local driver shares stories about the Rhône’s winemaking traditions and points out scenic viewpoints, creating a relaxed and immersive experience without the stress of navigating vineyard roads. Begin with pickup from your Lyon accommodation and head to Côte-Rôtie, renowned for its steep terraces and Syrah wines. Continue to Condrieu, famous for Viognier, where optional winery visits or riverside breaks are possible, then visit Saint-Joseph’s rolling vineyards for panoramic views and photo opportunities. After a day of wine, scenery, and heritage, enjoy a smooth door-to-door return to Lyon.

Spend a full day exploring Southern Burgundy aboard a vintage Land Rover with a passionate local Insider. Your tour starts in Lyon, with train tickets provided or private transfer depending on option chosen. (If you're already in Burgundy, we'll meet in Mâcon directly.) Once in Burgundy, you'll follow scenic backroads to hidden vineyards and lesser-known spots only locals know. Enjoy at least four wine tasting stops — a mix of small producers, cooperatives, or even tastings right in the middle of the vines. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to Philippe’s home, a former winemaker turned druid with a remarkable private wine cellar. Depending on your interests, your Insider may guide you to a hilltop chapel, medieval ruins, or a unique goat cheese farm in a former Cluniac priory and Celtic site — where the cheese is only sold on-site. A day of discovery, flavor and connection in the heart of Burgundy.

Beaujolais is one of the most prestigious appellations of the Burgundy wine region and opting for a private tasting tour means you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience. On this half-day tour from Lyon, explore the scenic Beaujolais vineyards including Morgon, Fleurie, and Juliénas, and enjoy a tour and wine tasting at a local winery.

This private walking tour explores the Northern Rhône Valley wine heritage near Lyon, where ancient agricultural civilization and cultural landscape meet refined winemaking tradition. You travel through historic vineyard regions shaped by centuries of cultivation and architectural influence. What stories lie within these terraced hills and cellar traditions? You begin in Ampuis, where steep vineyard landscapes reflect centuries of agricultural heritage and regional identity. In a historic cellar, guided tasting reveals cultural craftsmanship behind local vintages. Condrieu showcases prestigious wine territory shaped by natural terrain and historical development. Each stop reveals cultural depth, agricultural heritage, and long-standing craftsmanship shaped through generations. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Taken care of in our luxury vehicle, let yourself be driven by a professional on the road to the Crus des Côtes du Rhône. Throughout your trip, your oenological guide will tell you the story of a vineyard that has its roots in High Antiquity. This guided exploration through time and knowledge guarantees you a unique and remarkable experience. You also have the privilege of tasting the secrets of the most prestigious Crus of the Côtes du Rhône, through tastings commented by the winegrowers themselves. These anthology tastings are associated with a unique culinary experience. All of our Tours are ALL INCLUSIVE: transport with private driver, meals, tastings, oenological guide, visits, meetings with winegrowers,...

Discover the vinous and gourmet highlights of the Rhône Valley on this seamless, private day trip from Lyon. Meet in the morning directly at your hotel, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. Venture first to the riverside village of Tain-l’Hermitage, and visit a local vineyard for a tour and tasting. Following lunch in town (own expense), head to the Cité du Chocolat, where you can try delectable chocolate treats. Finally, head to Côte-Rotie—one of the country’s most coveted appellations—before returning to Lyon.

This guided hike plunges you into the heart of the prestigious vineyards of Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu, on trails rarely used by visitors. It is distinguished by the perfect combination of nature, culture and pleasure of the senses. With each step, a passionate guide reveals the millennia-old history of the vineyard, the secrets of this steep terroir and the unique beauty of the landscapes. The route, punctuated by panoramic stops, culminates in a local wine tasting in the middle of nature, facing the Rhone. A moment suspended, far from the classic circuits. This experience favors authenticity, small groups and human encounter, for a true, living and sensory immersion. Whether you’re a wine lover, curious about heritage or lovers of the great outdoors, you’ll live here much more than just a stroll.

Discover the scenic vineyards and award-winning wines of Beaujolais on a private full-day tour from Lyon. Visit local winemakers in Côte de Brouilly and Fleury, learn how the region’s famous Beaujolais Nouveau wines are produced, and sample a wide variety of red, white, and rosé wines.

Discover the Beaujolais vineyard with Inès and Anaïs, passionate wine experts. You will discover the gourmet pairing between wine and artisan chocolate, and learn to better understand the secrets of this perfect alliance. Two hours of total disconnection between visit of a winery and unusual tasting with Les Epicurieuses. This 2-hour workshop includes: - An immersive tour of the vineyard to understand the work of the winemaker and the cultivation of grapes throughout the seasons - An informative discovery of the cellar to better understand winemaking and its influence on the typicality of the wines of the estate - An introduction to tasting with tools designed to learn in a fun way - Presentation of the stages of making artisan chocolate - Gourmet pairings with 3 wines and 3 chocolates to master the art of food and wine pairings by juggling aromatics And surprises!

The Rhône Valley is one of France’s most renowned wine regions and opting for a private tasting tour means you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience. On this full-day tour from Lyon, enjoy wine tasting at local wineries in Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Joseph, and Condrieu, and sample a variety of regional wines including Syrah and Viognier.

An experience honed to bring out the best in the Northern Rhône Valley. Winemakers chosen for their fine work, exceptional locations to offer you emotions and work on all your senses. Private wine tour with 2 visits of wineries in the morning. We'll be tasting 5 to 6 wines from each winery and discovering the region's great wines, from Côte-Rotie to Hermitage for the red Syrah wines to the white Condrieu and Saint-Joseph made from Roussanne and Viognier grapes. The rest of the day will be dedicated to a private lunch/afternoon tasting and masterclass of great Rhône Valley wines in a 19th century villa with swimming pool. (Wines from 1950s to 2010s) As a wine merchant, WSET3, I'll be joining you on the day to talk about French wine and its specific characteristics. A private chauffeur will drive us throughout the day. Tesla or Mercedes Class E for couples and Mercedes Class V Van for party of 3 or more. Wines can be bought and shipped to your home. Hugo from JEANGUYOT Wine Agency

The day begins around 9.00am at your hotel, and we'll be travelling to the Beaujolais region to meet two wineries in the morning, where we'll visit the vines, the cellars and taste the wines (including 20th-century wine). At around 1 o'clock in the afternoon, we'll head to a magnificent spot in the heights of the Beaujolais region for a picnic. This moment will be dedicated to a tasting of wines from the 1960s to the present day, to cover the spectrum of the Gamay grape variety through time. The wines will be accompanied by a dozen cheeses and seasonal gourmet products. Last tasting of the day after lunch and before returning to Lyon. As a wine merchant, WSET3 graduate, I'll be joining you on the day to talk about French wine and its specific characteristics. A private chauffeur will drive us throughout the day. Tesla or Mercedes Class E for couples and Mercedes Class V Van for party of 3 or more. Wines can be bought and shipped to your home. Hugo from JEANGUYOT Wine Agency

On this small-group, morning wine tour, you’ll visit two storied, history-rich wine estates south of Lyon. Stroll through ancient terraced slopes dating back to Roman times, discover the capital of Syrah and Viognier wines, and learn the secrets of the Rhone Valley’s unique wine production. Tours include tastings of five different local labels.

There’s something truly special about winter in Beaujolais. This private Day trip from Lyon to Beaujolais reveals the region’s quiet beauty and local soul. Wrapped in warm plaids aboard a vintage Defender and guided by true insiders, you’ll experience Beaujolais at its most authentic. Savor mulled wine at the medieval Château de Corcelles, explore the Victoire d’Affaux estate with its unique private art collection, and enjoy organic tastings at the peaceful Chateau des Bachelards, founded by Cluny monks nearly a millennium ago. Share a traditional machon and a relaxed lunch in a local restaurant where winemakers love to gather, before ending the day at Maison Jacoulot, a family-run distillery blending creativity with generations of savoir-faire.