Top 10 Half-day Tours in Lyon

Destination: Lyon.
Come and descend the slopes of the Croix-Rousse hill with your professional vegan guide who will help you discover her neighbourhood and its fine locations! Choose the one and only Vegan Food Tour in Lyon, an atypical but delightful way to visit the capital city of gastronomy.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Take a Vintage Land Rover tour with us from Lyon to Burgundy. The south of Bourgogne/Burgundy produces white wine, it's a region known as Mâconnais which is the border with beaujolais region. The area's first source of income is wine, it's not an industry, it's a lifestyle as there are mainly small producers who are free to create in their own style as long as they stay within limits defined by the industry. We've been coming here forever, we know the ins and outs of the area and we take pride in being the friend of a friend you'd like to have in a place you didn't know. We travel too and we hate being treated as tourists but we love being travelers. That's what we hope to do for you! The tour description above is an outline of what we can do, we usually end up adapting the content of the half day to maximize the value for money and time you put in us.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Uncover the essence of the Côtes du Rhône in just half a day. Onboard our vintage Range Rover, you'll be guided by a knowledgeable local insider. You can chose to be picked up in Lyon or to meet directly in Vienne or Valence. Start at one or two family-run estates in the Côte-Rôtie appellation, where you'll savor wines directly from the barrel and learn about the intricate art of blending that defines these renowned wines. The tour takes a serene turn as you visit a hidden 300-year-old chapel nestled in the woodlands, offering a unique glimpse into the region's history. Finally, explore a quaint village with an intriguing backstory linked to Rhône Valley legends, enriching your appreciation for this remarkable area.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
From the basilica Notre Dame de Fourviere to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient Capital of Gaul. Walk down the hill with your private guide from Lyon Private Tours to explore the old town, a Renaissance district where the traboules, the secret passageways of the city, are opening up before us. Fourviere is the historical hill of Lyon, where everything started. From the Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient capital of Gaul with your guide. Under the Roman stones are hidden so many fascinating stories. Then we’ll climb down the hill to discover the old town, Le Vieux-Lyon, the Renaissance district and the traboules, the secret passageways cutting through the buildings and the courtyards.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Luxury tour abour silk, major industry in Lyon history for 400 years. From the Croix-Rousse with its traboules till wokrshops in Vieux-Lyon, you will meet passionate artisans who will show you the Jacquard loom, the bombyx moths, the softness of velvet scarfs ... Many surpriiiiises between chemistry, techniques, history, fashion, zoology, with one of the last Made in France firms.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Come discover the hidden gems, good wines and back roads of Beaujolais with us onboard our Vintage Land Rovers. During this exclusive experience with a passionate local insider, you’ll visit 2 wineries usually closed to the rest, each offering a unique story and exceptional wines. One stop includes a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process, where you'll gain insight into the daily life and passion of dedicated winemakers. Additional cultural and historical stops await, tailored to your interests; like a charming chapel deeply tied to the local terroir or a privately owned medieval château open just for us. This tour is customizable to suit your preferences, so let us know what you're looking for. Then sit back, relax, and let us take you to the very best places of Northern Beaujolais!
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Welcome to the Northern Rhone Valley, homeland ofthe legendary Syrah & Viognier grapes.  Only 25 min south of Lyon, discover one of the oldest and steepest vineyards in the France with terraces walls built under Roman times! Stop at two family wineries and wine-taste Cote Rotie, Condrieu & St Joseph appellations considered among the best Cotes du Rhone wines.
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Duration: Around 4 hours and a half.

Destination: Lyon.
Located south of Lyon, along the river, the Rhône Valley offers breathtaking landscapes where vineyards dive into the river. This wine tour will introduce you to one of France’s oldest vineyards, Côte-Rôtie, known for its steep, sun-drenched hills and world-renowned wines. On this half-day tour, you’ll explore the Côte-Rôtie vineyards, some of the steepest in Europe. Learn about 2000 years of winemaking history and the unique terroir that makes this region special. Enjoy a tasting of 6 wines, highlighting the area’s Syrah and Viognier varieties. Then, visit a family-run winery where the winemaker will share his ancestral craft and the secrets of maintaining these ancient terraced vineyards. Enjoy more tastings and discover the aromatic richness of Côte-Rôtie wines.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Lyon.
Welcome to the Northern Cotes du Rhone french wine region, homeland of the legendary Syrah (Shiraz) & Viognier grapes varietals! After a 25 min transfer by minivan, discover along this private half day wine tour from Lyon, one of the oldest and steepest vineyards in the France starting under Roman times! After a stop in Vienne City, do some wine-tasting at two family wineries and enjoy Cote Rotie, Condrieu & St Joseph wines considered among the most prestigious Cotes du Rhone names.
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Duration: Around 4 hours and a half.

Destination: Lyon.
This private walking tour explores Lyon, a historic city known for cultural heritage and gastronomic tradition. You walk through vibrant streets where architectural and classical influences reflect centuries of civilization. What makes Lyon a center of culinary and cultural legacy? You begin at Saint Antoine Market, where local life reveals regional products and traditions. At Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Gothic architecture and stained glass reflect religious heritage. Through Vieux Lyon traboules, hidden passageways reveal medieval urban design and silk trade history. Pont Lafayette offers views shaped by the Rhône and city development. The journey continues to Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a landmark of culinary heritage and French gastronomy. Each stop reveals cultural depth, architectural evolution, and local identity. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.