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Golden Stones Beaujolais Wine Tasting Trip from Lyon

1. Golden Stones Beaujolais Wine Tasting Trip from Lyon

Escape to Lyon’s famous wine country on a half-day tour to Southern Beaujolais and enjoy the wonders of this region, in a small group. Famous for its Beaujolais Nouveau, the region offers also unique and charming little golden stone villages. Leaving from Lyon, your passionate driver and guide will take you through the hills of this wonderful region, which is often compared to Tuscany. Start the day with an introduction to wine-tasting in a beautiful and scenic setting, where you will be told all about the notion of 'Terroir'. Then, enjoy a stroll in the charming golden stones medieval village of Oingt and learn more about the history of Beaujolais. Continue in a family winery to discover more wines and learn all about the secret of French wine-making while having the traditional 'machon', the silk workers breakfast. This tour is the perfect opportunity to learn all about the Beaujolais region and it’s wines in a fun and friendly atmosphere with scenic views all along.

Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

2. Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

You’ll discover Lyon food and drinks as a local. If you’re interested in an authentic experience where all your senses are solicited, you found the right spot! Lyon is one of the most beautiful cities in France. It has a very long history that started with the Romans and it can boast a variety of influences, as it has always represented a trade hotspot between the south and the north, between Italy and France. The most famous event in Lyon is the light festival, which is famous all around the world; we also have an international food fair and gastronomy contest, every 2 years in January, but it’s a great city to visit and to live during the whole year. The people of Lyon love their food and gastronomy, from the traditional recipes to the modern influences. It has been called the "World Capital of Gastronomy" in 1935 and we will show you why! Our Food Tour will introduce you to typical Lyon food as well as regional beer, while discovering the centre of the city. You will also learn all the secret tips you could desire from your local guide! Possible tastings: - Praluline; a sweet cake, symbol of the city - Charcuterie and wine; a selection of some of the most famous local products - Artisanal beer; Lyon is famous also for its high-quality breweries - Quenelle; a peculiar dish, tasty and hearthy, that shows the homely origins of Lyon's cuisine - Ice cream/Crêpe, depending on the season, in one of the oldest specialised shops in Lyon

Lyon: Secret Food Tour

3. Lyon: Secret Food Tour

Explore one of Lyon's most beloved traditions, food, and find out why the city has been considered the world capital of gastronomy since 1935. Feast on a traditional breakfast, pastry, hot dish, cheese, and a secret dish that you can only discover on this tour while savoring lovely local wines. After setting off from the meeting point in Vieux Lyon, make your first stop at the most authentic delicatessen in the city to experience a traditional Lyonnaise breakfast. Next, cross the Saône River to sample a delicious local pastry. Continue your tour through the Presqu'île district, Lyon's city center, and see amazing monuments, statues, and fountains along the way. Try a traditional and authentic hot dish, which varies from tour to tour, before moving on to a local cheese tasting inside a historical monument. Finally, delight in a secret dish that your guide will only reveal to you at the end of your tour. During your food journey, you will sample some of Lyon's most traditional flavors and gain a better understanding of French culture and history, as well as how to live like a local. 

Lyon 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise

4. Lyon 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise

Take a break from the city streets and board the Hermès restaurant boat for a 2.5-hour cruise. Indulge in a 3-course gourmet meal as you discover Lyon's majestic landscapes and listen to the informative commentary. You'll be served a 3-course meal with several choices from the menu. Because the local partner cooks with exclusively fresh, local, and seasonal products, the menu is constantly evolving.

Lyon 2.5-Hour Lunch Cruise

5. Lyon 2.5-Hour Lunch Cruise

Take a break from the city streets and board the Hermès restaurant boat for a 2.5-hour cruise. Indulge in a 3-course gourmet meal as you discover Lyon's majestic landscapes and listen to the informative commentary. You'll be served a 3-course meal with several choices from the menu: Choice of Starters • Thin burgundy poultry tart, mustard and parmesan cream, lettuce, capers and croutons • Grilled stuffed squid, olives, minuza salad and red chard, vegetable pickles, and lemon dressing Choice of Main Courses • Duck from the Dombes area, morel sauce, and vegetables of the season • Rolled dab fillet, Nantua sauce, stuffed conchiglioni with ricotta and tetragon Choice of Desserts • Praline tart, Valrhona’s chocolate soufflé, and tonka bean ice cream • Exotic fruits tiramisu • Pistachio and passion fruit dessert, fruits of the season • Chef's special dessert

Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour

6. Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour

Sample delicious food on a 4-hour tour of Vieux Lyon with a local guide, and discover some of the highlights of the city's oldest district along the way. Learn more about the secret traboules (passageways) used by the silk merchants and weavers in former times.   Meet local food heroes at 5 different tasting stops and hear all about their produce. Sample about 14 different dishes and ingredients to tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses. The samples you'll taste will be equivalent to a typical lunch. As you taste your way through the town, explore the medieval streets and see the Cathedral of St. Jean and the famous passageways. Your local guide will show you the highlights of the city and the most authentic spots to grab a bite to eat.

Lyon: Explore the old town over a tasty aperitif

7. Lyon: Explore the old town over a tasty aperitif

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting Vieux Lyon, where we'll indulge in the timeless French tradition of savoring a delectable aperitif, all under the guidance of an expert guide. Meander through the enchanting labyrinth of ancient alleyways that compose Vieux Lyon, while treating your taste buds to an exquisite array of charcuterie, savouring the finest cheese platters crafted by local artisans, or relishing a diverse selection of Lyonnais delicacies, all thoughtfully paired with the perfect glass of wine. Prepare to have the secrets of this Renaissance neighborhood unveiled before your eyes, as we delve into its UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Discover the allure of the most Michelin-starred street in all of France and traverse the renowned traboules. Along the way, we'll uncover the origins of Lyon's culinary heritage, from the revered Mères Lyonnaises to the iconic chef extraordinaire, Paul Bocuse. With a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes, this delightful excursion promises three exceptional gastronomic interludes, leaving you in no doubt that Lyon's claim as the gastronomic capital of France is more than well-deserved.

Lyon: 2-Hour Electric Bike Tour with a Local Guide

8. Lyon: 2-Hour Electric Bike Tour with a Local Guide

This tour will allow you to discover the city in just 2-hours. See the highlights of Lyon, such as the Saône River, the Banks of Rhône, Bellecour Square, the Park of the Golden Head (Parc de la tête d'or) and many other surprising places. Join your group near the Palais de Justice in central Lyon to begin the tour. Get outfitted with an electric bike — equipped for comfortable, effortless riding, letting you pedal, cruise, or a combination of both — and set off through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Steeped in centuries of history and considered the culinary capital of France, Lyon's vibrant mix of monuments, museums, squares, restaurants, bars, shops, and markets are a delight to explore — especially by bike.  Your exact route may vary depending on the day, but your experienced guide will know all the nooks and crannies where Lyon's true magic lies. Ride through the Croix Rousse tunnel, lined with colored lights and music, and keep your eye out for Lyon Cathedral. Listen as your guide shares stories of Lyon's rich history and points out famous attractions and off-the-beaten-path spots only locals know.  Continue along the banks of the Rhône River, recently renovated for cyclists. Spill out onto Place Bellecour, a famous plaza crowned by a statue of notorious King Louis XIV, and spin past the picturesque boating lake in Tête d'Or Park. Arrive back at the start point to conclude your tour.

Beaujolais: Half-Day Wine Tour

9. Beaujolais: Half-Day Wine Tour

Begin this half-day devoted to wine and the vintages of Beaujolais by an introduction to wine-making with a tour at the beautiful Château de Pizay to discover the culture of wine-making. Increase your knowledge of wine and understand the general notion of “terroir” in order to fully comprehend the treasures of this wine-making heritage. Get the chance to obtain your first amateur wine expert diploma! End the visit at the wine shop which presents all the estate’s wines. You will be able to taste twelve wines from the estate, both reds, and whites. Take the wine route and continue the itinerary through the vineyards. Admire the variety of landscapes that constitute the treasures of this region. Your guide will explain to you why this region produces so many famous wines. Then, go and meet a wine-maker who will present his estate and wine production. Another opportunity to taste five high-quality wines will again allow you to test what you learned about wine in the morning.

Half-Day Beaujolais Wine Tour from Lyon

10. Half-Day Beaujolais Wine Tour from Lyon

Spend a beautiful morning and discover the northern part of Beaujolais, known for its crus. Your shared or private guide will take you to this famous region on a charming wine route with amazing scenery. Start the day with a gourmet stop in the regional farmer’s market of Villefranche, the capital of Beaujolais, and discover the famous “Mâchon”. This traditional snack will treat you to the best local cheeses and charcuterie and is served with a glass of wine. Driving through the hills and charming villages of this region, learn all about the “terroir” before ending the tour in a family-run winery. Meet the winemaker who will show you his estate and tell you all about his passion before welcoming you in the cellar for a tasting. This tour is ideal to discover the region in all its flavors!

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Our guide, David, was very knowledgeable, we learned a lot about Lyon, in an interesting and entertaining way. The food tastings were excellent, we especially liked the visit to the cheese shop. I highly recommend the tour!

A very relaxed and enjoyable lunch cruise. The service was good. The food was not bad and the boat ride was very smooth and scenic. Highly recommend this activity.

We enjoyed our time with Baptiste. The food was great. The stops were very interesting. We got to taste a little of what beautiful Lyon has to offer.

Great tour - Didac the guide was brilliant, super friendly, knowledgable and engaging.

such an amazing tour, Jeremy was fun and informative and the food was awesome