Top Lyon Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 11

Nestled just north of Lyon, the Mâconnais region is the southern gateway to Burgundy, brimming with history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Known for its renowned vineyards, unique geology, and Romanesque art, this area is the true kingdom of Chardonnay. This itinerary offers the perfect chance to experience its beauty and wines. Starting from Lyon, we journey to Pierreclos Castle. Perched on a rocky outcrop amid vineyards, this medieval gem showcases its faithful 15th-century restoration. Wander through rooms filled with stories of knights, explore dungeons, and see historic kitchens. The tour ends with a wine tasting, featuring their acclaimed Pouilly-Fuissé and Pinot Noir. Continuing along the wine route, we’ll stop at the iconic Roche de Solutré, famous for its dramatic cliffs and President Mitterrand’s legendary climb. Here, stone and vine create a timeless landscape. After lunch in Mâcon, we’ll visit two family-run wineries and enjoy tastings of their celebrated Pouilly-Fuissé

Embark on a journey through the Alps to discover Annecy, often called the “Venice of the Alps.” Upon arrival, let your guide lead you through the charming old town, unveiling its hidden secrets, picturesque canals, and rich history. Next, step aboard a private cruise on Lake Annecy. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, indulge in a traditional Savoyard fondue, a delicious and convivial experience on the lake’s crystal-clear waters. Conclude your day with free time to explore at your own pace : wander through the streets, soak up the serene lakeside atmosphere, and let yourself be enchanted by this Alpine gem.

It's a tour around historical areas in Lyon with some hidden spots with less crowded root without missing famous places. We visit la Croix-Rousse, Terreaux square, Saint Jean Cathedral and Fourvière Basilique as main spots. The price is good for family group with children. Because the price for children is extremely reasonable. The guide speaks Japanese too.

Vieux Lyon holds more than 2,000 years of history within its narrow, cobbled streets. On this walking tour, you'll trace the city's story from its Roman foundations to its Renaissance golden age, when Florentine bankers and silk merchants made it one of Europe's wealthiest cities. Starting at Jardin André Malraux, you'll follow the remnants of the longest Roman aqueduct in France to Fourvière Basilica, with sweeping views over Lyon's two rivers. From there you'll descend into Vieux Lyon, the Renaissance old town nearly bulldozed in the 1950s before being saved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and duck through the city's longest secret passageway, snaking through five courtyards and four buildings. Along the way you'll hear how Eugénie Brazier became the first person to earn six Michelin stars, discover the origins of Lyon's Fête des Lumières traced back to a plague epidemic, and spot Ahmed — France's only Muslim gargoyle, carved by a sculptor in his own likeness.