Top Rhône-Alpes Outdoor Activities

Mont Blanc is one of Europe’s most iconic mountains. Pair the thrills of white-water rafting with the beauty of its glaciers on this Chamonix adventure. There’s no need for previous experience or special equipment. Your guides provide all the gear you need: There’s one in every raft to ensure safety and guide your paddling as you negotiate the rapids and soak up the views on calm stretches.

Visit the streets of old Lyon by bicycle taxi and admire the historical monuments that abound. A fun alternative to being cooped up in a coach, the bike taxi offers an unobstructed view and an eco-friendly solution. Book a bike taxi for two adults and a child under six and, if you want a longer excursion, upgrade to also include the Presqu'île and the banks of the Rhône River.

The Furon Gorges are filled with natural slides, limestone cliffs, and emerald-green water basins, making them ideal for canyoning—but without equipment or a guide, it can be tough knowing how to safely get started. Take the guesswork out of canyoning on this family-friendly, small-group tour. All gear and safety equipment is included, leaving you free to relax and tackle the region’s natural obstacles.

The Best Way to Discover Annecy: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a lakeside coffee or a museum visit and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Pont des Amours, Jardins de l’Europe, Panorama du lac, Hôtel de Ville d’Annecy, Église Saint-François de Sales, Le Palais de I’Île, Église Notre Dame de Liesse, Old Town Hall, Old Town, Annecy Cathedral, and Ponts Morens.

Canyoning in the Vercors Massif is every adventurer’s dream, but knowing how to safely get started can intimidate even seasoned travelers—especially those with little to no canyoning experience. Suitable for all levels (even kids and beginners), this small-group, half-day canyoning tour gives you hands-on support as you learn to rappel and navigate underground passages.

Experience the thrill of paragliding with one of the most impressive mountain views in Europe—the magnificent Mont Blanc. Take to the skies for a tandem paragliding flight that’s adapted to your preferences, whether you’re a nervous first-timer who wants a slow, steady ride or an adrenaline-lover seeking maximum sensations. You can even try steering the paraglider yourself.

Discover the stunning Chamonix valley with an electric mountain bike rental, perfect for all skill levels. Enjoy the flexibility to ride at your own pace on 21 marked routes from May to October. Whether you're seeking a family-friendly outing or a challenging mountain adventure, your local team provides valuable recommendations for your ride. Choose between half-day or full-day rental options to suit your schedule and explore diverse routes that cater to your experience and mood. Bonus : Benefit from free parking in the city center for added convenience and receive expert advice from your local staff before leaving to enhance your biking experience

A guided tour of the touristic and most emblematic points of the center of Chamonix, learn about the past and present anecdotes that make Chamonix so special. Get recommendations on how to get more out of your visit, how to : where to eat, good plans and what not to miss in your visit. To close with a golden clasp the tour includes a traditional Alpine toast that only a local can show you and not available in any bar or restaurant. (La Grolle savoyard) accompanied by a tasting of local products.

Finding your way in France’s third-largest city can be a challenge for first-time visitors to Lyon, and many of its historic landmarks and “traboules” (covered passageways) are easy to miss. This self-guided audio tour handles the navigation and provides historical context as you explore the Old Town and the Presqu'ile district. You set the pace, whether you want to whizz around the highlights or enjoy a leisurely weekend of sightseeing.

Glide around Lyon’s UNESCO-listed historic center on an easy-to-use electric bike with this 2-hour guided bike tour. Cruise along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, pedal around the lush Tête D’Or Park. Stop along the way to admire landmarks like Lyon Cathedral, stroll around bustling Bellecour square and discover little known monuments and local haunts.

Explore the Chamonix Mont-Blanc valley on a private eBike tour through mountain trails and alpine landscapes. Electric mountain bikes make it easier to reach higher viewpoints with less physical strain, allowing you to cover more ground while enjoying the scenery. Ride with a guide through quieter parts of the valley and take in views of some of Chamonix’s most impressive glaciers and peaks from perspectives that are difficult to access independently.

Set off on a mountain e-bike adventure from Chamonix city center and ride at your own pace on this self-guided tour. Choose from different route options depending on your level and the kind of experience you are looking for. Our GPS-guided routes, from scenic beginner rides through the valley to more technical mountain trails for experienced riders, have been carefully designed to showcase the landscapes of the Mont Blanc valley. Before departure, our local team will welcome you with a personalized briefing, practical advice and clear route explanations to help you make the most of your ride. Our premium full-suspension electric mountain bikes make climbs smoother and longer rides more enjoyable, so you can focus on the scenery and the experience. And a real bonus in Chamonix: free parking is available for our guests right in the city center.

This small-group e-bike tour shows you the best of Lyon and lets you cover more ground in less time than walking would. Hop on your bike and cruise past the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the famous Fresque des Lyonnais (a celebrated mural), the gardens of the Musée des Confluences, the Saône river, and more. Your local guide has tales to entertain and educate you as you pedal.

Jump, slide, and rappel into the Furon Canyon, one of the most famous canyoning spots in the Vercors Massif, just outside Grenoble. This trip includes waterfalls up to 18 meters high, with jumps of up to eight meters. Enjoy a beer with the rest of the group at the end to toast your daredevil pursuits.

Capital of adventure in France, Chamonix is one of the epicentres of paragliding in Europe. Admire panoramic views of alpine peaks, meadows, glaciers, and valleys as you soar on a paraglider wing with an experienced instructor who also captures stunning aerial photos. Helmets and gloves are provided: cable cars to the take-off point are at your expense. If you love adrenaline, ask your instructor for a little surprise.

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.

The Best Way to Discover Lyon: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo with the Saint George Church or a stroll through the narrow traboules of Vieux Lyon and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Musee des Tissus, Place Bellecour, Pont Bonaparte, Saint George, Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Temple du Change, Fresque des Lyonnais, Hôtel de Ville, Museum of Fine Arts, and Église Saint-Nizier de Lyon.

Chamonix is one of the few places where you can enjoy paragliding with a view of Western Europe’s highest peak. On this tour, enjoy a beginner-friendly tandem paragliding flight that’s designed to give you a taste of flying—you can even try steering yourself. As you soar over Chamonix, experience unbeatable aerial views over the Alps, including the famous snow-capped summit of Mont Blanc.

You will discover the magnificent Semnoz forest, a veritable "green flow" which starts at an altitude of 1,700m and ends at the edge of the old town of Annecy. In addition to being the scene of many mountain biking competitions, this forest offers some unique views of Lake Annecy! During this outing, you will test the 2020 hanging Lapierre eBikes, among the best electric bikes on the market today.

Take in the sights of Lyon with an electric bike tour, an easy way to get around, while you sample some of what makes this the culinary capital of France. After stops in Lyon's UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Place des Terreaux, and La Croix-Rousse, riding along the picturesque Rhône River, pause at a restaurant to taste regional specialties such as locally made cheeses and cured meats.

Tandem paragliding flight over Chamonix, facing Mont Blanc and its glaciers. Discover the sensation of flight in this incredible setting. Let yourself be guided by our state-certified instructors, they will meet your needs: calm flight, thrills, paragliding piloting, this flight is for you!

Home to limestone gorges, turquoise pools, and a natural obstacle course of slides and rappels, the Vercors Massif is known as a top-notch canyoning destination—but getting started, and navigating its descents, can be tricky—and risky—without a guide and proper equipment. On this small-group, half-day canyoning tour, explore local canyons safely with hands-on support and wetsuits and safety gear all provided.

From Chamonix to Argentière via Les Houches, this 3-hour e-bike tour offers you a crossing of the valley with the most emblematic panoramas of the Mont Blanc massif. Personalized technical coaching, exclusive scenic spots and a passionate Guide — for a first mountain biking experience perfectly framed. From the center of Chamonix, you cross the valley on trails and tracks suitable for beginners, with stops on panoramic spots carefully selected by Nathan for their views of the massif. The direction is Argentière to the north, with a detour to Les Houches to the south — both ends of the valley, for a complete portrait of the kingdom of Mont Blanc. Newbie: - Distance: 20 to 25km - Time: 2h30 to 3h - Positive elevation: 300 to 500m D + - Paths: easy / little obstacle - Minimum 1 adult in the group