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Lyon is ideally located at the heart of diverse regions, which give the city its unique richness. This tour will take you through two emblematic areas. The Beaujolais region, world-famous for its wines, also boasts many beautiful castles, while the Dombes region, known for its ponds, offers a historical and gourmet escape to the medieval village of Pérouges. Starting from Lyon, head north to Beaujolais. Your morning will begin with a visit to a prestigious estate, perfect for understanding the region’s heritage and wines. After panoramic views from Mont Brouilly, explore the Château de La Chaize, the “Versailles of Beaujolais,” its gardens, and the longest cellar in Beaujolais. Enjoy a fabulous tasting of red and white wines. After a free lunch in Beaujolais, continue to Pérouges, a picturesque medieval village. Take a break at a 13th-century inn to taste the secret recipe “Galette.” Wander through the village’s cobblestone streets before returning to Lyon.

Discover Beaujolais and its special winter vibe on this half-day tour from Lyon. Guided by a local insider and aboard a vintage Land Rover, this cozy tour takes you straight to what makes this region unique ! We love to share the Beaujolais beyond the obvious ! We will then start the day with a cup of mulled wine while exploring an eclectic and impressive collection of vintage motorcycles at Jacky Grolet house, winemaker and collector. After this unusual introduction to the region, your Insider will take you to an authentic local wine estate to visit it and taste great Beaujolais wines ! We will end this morning ride with something we love to share with visitors : a traditional mâchon. Wondering what a mâchon is? It’s the winemakers’ convivial way of sharing food — local charcuterie, cheese, and a glass of wine.

Discover the wines of the Northern Cotes du Rhone wine-growing region on a full-day, small-group tour. After a scenic drive from Lyon, start the experience with panoramic views in Vienne, and an introduction to the region’s many grape varietals. Next, stop at the birthplace of Syrah and visit the Cotes Rotie vineyards. Tour a winery, explore the barrel room, and taste three wines before stopping for lunch (own expense). Then visit two more wineries and taste over a dozen varietals.

It would be a crime for wine enthusiasts to leave the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France without enjoying a winery or two. Spend a full day tasting the area’s top Macon and Beaujolais reds and whites on an 8-hour tour from Lyon. Delight in 11-12 wines, including Pouilly Fuissé, Pouilly Vinzelles, and Brouilly. With maximum eight people per group, you’re guaranteed to have an intimate, authentic, and immersive experience.

A Savoyard experience with a cocktail in summer or Grolle in winter. Discover the points of interest, local sights and the most beautiful spots for great Instagram photos... and don’t forget to capture your best pose! Then enjoy an interactive and exciting wine tasting, where you will discover the aromas, flavors and textures of prestigious regional cuvées, perfectly paired with local cheeses and cold cuts. This guided tasting will help you identify the notes and differences between the different wines, while learning and enjoying local cheeses and their traditional methods of making. It’s a true French aperitif — where flavors, exchanges and conviviality meet over local wines, cheeses and cold cuts. An experience not to be missed.

Explore France’s most picturesque wine region on an 8-hour tour from Leon. Complimentary transportation takes your small group of maximum eight people into the Golden Stones Country.  Meet the owner of a family winery and sample some of his best Beaujolais wines. Continue with a guided tour of medieval Pérouges, followed by free time to explore independently. Finally, relax on your way back to the city.

Experience some of what makes France so famous for its food in this private tour of The Halles of Lyon - Paul Bocuse a historic covered market in one of the world’s food capitals. Meet local producers and learn inside secrets from your guide. Taste everything from pralines and macaroons, to locally made cheeses, dumplings, cured meats, and of course wine. This tour is ideal for visitors with a passion for food, who want to taste the flavors of Lyon.

One of France’s most celebrated wine regions, Beaujolais is known for its delectable, light-bodied, and fruit-forward red wines—and this half-day tour from Lyon provides a seamless way to explore the area. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and set off with just your private guide for company. Drive through the hilly scenery, discover scenic villages, and learn all about the concept of terroir. You’ll also visit a family-run winery for a tour and tasting, will enjoy an authentic local meal, and more.

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.

Embark on an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Rhone Valley with our exclusive wine tour. Located in Ampuis, this emblematic estate, founded in 1946, will immerse you in the fascinating world of the prestigious vines of the AOP Côte-Rôtie. Check-out from Lyon, enjoy a comfortable minibus ride through breathtaking scenery, while learning about the cycle of the vine through the seasons. Visit the famous E.GUIGAL winery and discover the secrets of winemaking and maturing on an immersive guided tour. Finish your day with a tasting of 6 iconic wines, including PDOs Condrieu and Saint-Joseph, accompanied by delicious little bites. With Justine PONCET as your passionate Guide, you will benefit from her in-depth knowledge of the region and winemaking art. Do not miss this unique opportunity to discover the best of the Rhone in a friendly and authentic atmosphere.

Guided by a Lyon sommelier, you don’t just taste: you learn actively. First the basics to analyze a wine correctly then the heart of the workshop, the food and wine pairings. You test both good and bad chords to understand for yourself, concretely, why some combinations sublimate and others destroy. The workshop progresses in phases: goat versus cow, unripened cheese versus long ripening, then blue, where you are completely autonomous to reflect and slice alone. Along the way, you explore the French terroirs with grape varieties, soils and microclimates explained without jargon. Standing, friendly, outdoors as soon as the weather allows, all in an authentic cellar of the Croix-Rousse. An immersion in gastronomic Lyon without setting foot outside.

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.

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

Discover the sweet flavors of Lyon with this private tour and tasting. This gourmet experience begins in the Place Bellecour and takes you to a Voisin chocolate shop to try a famous coussin, named for the “cushiony” texture of its creamy ganache filling. Learn about Lyon’s rich culinary tradition as you walk through the city and sample further pastries, chocolates, and other treats.

On this Food Tour of Annecy, explore the lakeside city, combining a historical tour of the old town with the discovery of local culinary specialties. This gourmet experience will immerse you in the culture and gastronomy of our region! Wine and cheese, Raclette, chocolate and macaroons, local beer, charcuterie... will delight your taste buds!

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.

Live an exclusive day in the heart of Beaujolais through an entirely private experience, designed for wine lovers seeking authenticity, comfort and excellence. Your day starts at your Inn, where your private driver will pick you up in a comfortable, premium vehicle. You cross the rolling landscapes of Beaujolais, between vineyards, golden stone villages and exceptional estates. You visit two wineries carefully selected for their quality and uniqueness. Each stage offers a privileged moment: meetings with winemakers, access to properties sometimes closed to the public, and guided tastings of iconic vintages. At noon, enjoy a bistronomic lunch at a selected local restaurant, accompanied by selected wines to extend the experience. Throughout the day, your experience is 100% private, without groups or sharing, with a rhythm adapted to your desires and discreet support.

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.

Votre chauffeur privé vient vous chercher en début de matinée à votre hébergement d’Annecy. Vous partez pour la Combe de Savoie, située près de Chambéry, à environ 40 minutes de route. Tout au long de la journée, vous allez visiter plusieurs domaines viticoles savoyards, dans lesquels vous dégustez quelques crus. C’est une approche autant par les sens que par de nouvelles connaissances que nous vous proposons. Pour le déjeuner du midi, votre chauffeur vous emmène dans une auberge typique, où vous savourez de délicieux mets locaux. Grâce à la présence de votre chauffeur tout au long de la journée, vous pouvez profiter complètement de votre expérience, en toute sécurité. Retour sur Annecy en fin de journée.

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.

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!

For true cheese lovers! No trip to France is complete without savoring its iconic cheeses. More than just an ingredient, cheese is an integral part of French culture and meals, crafted with passion and centuries-old traditions. On this tour, you’ll dive into the world of French cheese, discovering the wide variety of flavors and textures each region offers. We’ve selected the best spots to give you an authentic experience. You’ll learn about traditional production methods, the art of aging cheese, and how to pair it perfectly with wine, bread, and more. As you taste a selection of around a dozen cheeses, you’ll uncover the stories behind famous French varieties and hidden gems from other countries. This mouthwatering journey will leave you with a deeper appreciation for cheese and its place in French gastronomy!

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.

Taste your way through the Northern Beaujolais Region on this winery tour. Your driver will pick you up from your Lyon hotel in a Mercedes minivan and take you out to the region, where you'll visit two different wineries and taste up to 10 different wines. You'll also stop at La Madone Chapel along the way to take in views of the region.