Top Rhône-Alpes Holidays in 2026

Packed full of wineries, it can be difficult to know where to go in the North Rhone Valley, without hours of research or insider knowledge. Take the guesswork out with this half-day small-group guided wine tour from Lyon. Visit two top wineries, meet the winemakers, and sample a variety of white and red wines, with commentary from a local guide.

Far from the usual guided tours, this experience is led by a local sommelier from Lyon and takes place entirely on the Croix-Rousse plateau, away from the tourist trail. As we stroll through the old Canuts district, you'll discover the history of the silk weavers who shaped it, and together we'll choose, from the neighborhood's artisans, the products for our tasting. The walk ends in one of the city's oldest wine cellars, where a true wine workshop begins. There, you'll learn to taste wine simply, to pair it with the specialties gathered along the way, and even to try deliberately mismatched pairings, so you can discover your own preferences and understand the principles that guide a sommelier. As you leave, you'll receive a guide to my favorite Lyon addresses, including restaurants, wine bars and places to visit, so the experience continues throughout your stay.

This private walking tour introduces you to Annecy at a relaxed pace while focusing on local food traditions and cultural stories. You explore the Old Town with a licensed guide who adapts the experience to your comfort and interests. The route moves along canals and flat streets while highlighting regional flavors and daily life. You discover how Savoyard cuisine developed through history and geography. Several tasting stops are suggested along the way and participation is optional. The experience balances gentle walking with time to pause, listen, and enjoy the atmosphere. This tour is ideal for travelers who prefer comfort, clear explanations, and unrushed exploration. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Choosing where to eat and drink in Lyon can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers. Skip the tourist traps with this small-group food-and-wine tasting session led by a sommelier. Sip different varietals that you may not have tried before, paired with complementary cheeses. Learn about different flavor profiles and regional winemaking processes as you practise detecting specific notes.

This private experience lets you enjoy a real time of sharing and exchange with the expert who accompanies you on this tasting of Savoy wines and cheeses. He prepares in advance the pairings he wishes you to discover over the course of nearly two hours, as well as the order in which you will taste them. As the tasting progresses, he introduces you to the products, where they come from, how they're made, and makes you guess at the different aromas you might perceive. He also explains why the two go so well together. It's a real immersion experience in the terroir.

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.

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 scary stories and haunted corners of Lyon’s city center on a self-guided ghost tour. The bone-chilling excursion is perfect for solo travelers, families, and friend groups alike. Using a mobile phone app, you’ll solve clues, which lead you to some of the city’s spookiest attractions, like Montee de Gourguillon, Saint-Just Church, Loyasse Cemetery, and Saint Jean Cathedral. Along the way, you’ll learn about each location’s historical horrors.

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.

Enjoy a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride from Lyon through the scenic vineyards of southern Beaujolais. Travel in comfort with an English speaking Welcome Driver who tailors the experience to your pace, allowing you to choose which villages, viewpoints, or wineries to visit and how long to stay at each stop. Your friendly local driver shares insights into Beaujolais wine traditions, local history, and the region’s most beautiful landscapes along the way. Begin with pickup from your accommodation and head into the countryside to explore Oingt, one of the famous “Golden Stones” villages known for its warm limestone architecture and vineyard views. Continue through rolling vineyards with an optional winery visit and tasting, before reaching Mount Brouilly for panoramic views over the wine region. After a relaxing day of scenery and wine heritage, enjoy a smooth door-to-door return to Lyon.

Learn about Lyon through its music and wine, on this small-group city tour. Ideal for creative souls who want to discover Lyon’s architecture, culture, and wine, the experience is made up of a tour around the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You’ll hear its history from a guide, listen to playlists, learn about the Opera National di Lyon, and finish on a high note with a cellar wine tasting.

Vinyl & Wine Experience in Lyon – Private Music & Tasting Tour Step into Lyon’s vibrant music scene with a one-of-a-kind vinyl record and wine tour in the historic Croix-Rousse district. Wander through iconic record shops, uncovering hidden gems from rare French pressings to the latest indie and EDM releases. Visit local record stores & browse a curated selection of vinyl Take home a hand-picked vinyl as a unique souvenir End your journey with a wine tasting in a cozy historic cellar Immerse yourself in Lyon’s musical heritage, from past legends to modern sounds This tour is a feast for the senses, blending music, culture, and gastronomy into an unforgettable experience. Book now for a private, tailor-made journey through Lyon’s music & wine scene!

Immerse yourself in the wines of Burgundy, Beaujolais, and the Rhone Valley during this workshop held in a restored 19th-century silk factory in the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You'll learn about the winemaking process from grape to glass, led by a wine educator who will be happy to answer any of your questions. Snacks and tastings of all the different varietals are included.

Do something a little different for dinner, whilst learning about Lyon's food and wine scene, on this small-group food tour around the city. Following your guide, visit foodie hotspots to try a range of dishes and local specialities, including charcuterie, cheese, quenelle, pastries, and regional drinks. Learn about Lyon and its history as you go, taking in the city's sights while making your way between eateries.

Explore the atmospheric Old Town of Lyon like a local with your foodie guide and a small group of budding gastronomes. Visit at least four different restaurants, bakeries, and artisan shops around Lyon, and indulge in Lyonnaise specialties such as pike quenelle (fish mousse) with rice, local charcuterie, and pink praline brioche, accompanied by regional wines including at least one alcoholic drink for guests over 18.

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.

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

Savor the delicious cheeses and fine wines of the French Alps with this private tasting tour in the alpine city of Annecy. Learn about regional specialties from an expert sommelier and "Meilleur Ouvrier de France" cheese specialist, sip a selection of local wines, and tuck into tasty cheeses, including Chevrotin, Beaufort d’Alpages, and the Tome des Bauges.

Climb aboard our vehicles and discover the vineyards of the Combe de Savoie in comfort and safety. Your private driver will drive you throughout the day. All you have to do is enjoy the scenery along the way! You will meet Savoyard winegrowers who will be keen to share their passion for wine and all the anecdotes that go with it. You can taste their wines at the end of each visit. We will take you to enjoy a well-deserved break over a good meal in a Savoyard inn. And as we say here... SANTE !

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.

Take off from Lyon and make your way to the beautiful southern Beaujolais region. First, journey into a vaulted cellar for an introduction to wine tasting with two distinct wines and a local pastry. Then, pass by the 12th-century village, Oingt, to see its medieval monuments, and end your tour at a winemaker’s estate with more tastings.

Beaujolais is one of the most prestigious appellations of the Burgundy wine region and opting for a small-group tasting tour means you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience. On this half-day tour from Lyon, explore the scenic Beaujolais vineyards, enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Pizay, and learn the secrets of French winemaking on a winery tour.

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.