Top Lyon Wine Tastings

The fertile vineyards around Lyon are widely considered to produce France’s finest wines, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this tour, spin through the Lyon countryside by air-conditioned minivan with your guide, and visit two of the family-run wine estates for which the Beaujolais region is famous. You’ll explore the cellars and vineyards, with tasting sessions along the way.

Experience beaujolais on this half day wine tasting tour, where you’ll pass through villages that have produced wonderful wines, like Morgon, Julienas, and Fleurie. Your driver guide will tell you all about the region’s wines and their production. You’ll also meet a winemaker at his property and have the opportunity to taste 17 different wines. Your driver will take you everywhere so you don't need to worry about logistics.

Part of the Rhône Valley wine region, Côtes du Rhône produces some of the most renowned wines in France, most notably its full-bodied reds. On this tour, enjoy an intimate tasting experience at two wineries in the Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie appellations, meet the winemakers, and sample a variety of Côtes du Rhône wines.

Take off from Lyon, and make your way to the beautiful southern area of the wine-producing Beaujolais region. First, journey into the heart of a vineyard, and taste three wines and a pastry. Then, pass by the 12th-century village, Omingt, to see its medieval monuments, and end your tour at a winemaker’s estate with some more tastings on the agenda.

Discover Lyon in an original way : A historical, musical & sensorial experience! A journey that will allow us to know the history of Lyon through hearing and sight! FOR WHO: For travelers who love music, history & architecture. I propose to discover the city of Lyon through its music heritage. An exciting journey through the town’s musical scenes & history through multiple approaches: historical, social and architectural that will allow us to psychoanalyze Lyon’s soul. HOW WE WILL DO IT: Along this experience, basically developed in Presqu’ile and slopes of Croix-Rousse hill, we will discover different stories and musical scenes from the past and the present with the support of musical playlists that we will listen to and comment on. BONUS : During the experience there is a wine tasting at a local winery that will allow us to take a break drinking some glasses of refreshing & delicious local wine.

Discover Lyon’s highlights, and wend your way past major landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites alike, on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the afternoon at the Bartholdi Fountain, and set off on foot. Over the course of several hours, you’ll learn all about the city’s history and gourmet traditions, will stroll through Vieux Lyon (its Old Town), will travel by funicular up Fourvière Hill, and more.

The perfect introduction to France’s history-filled city, this hop-on hop-off tour of Lyon makes stops at several attractions. Enrich your visit with audio commentary in multiple languages as you listen to anecdotes about the city, its people, and its heritage. Your pass is valid for the whole day, so you can get down—and back on—as many times as you’d like.

On this half-day, wine-lovers tour from Lyon, you’ll follow the trail of Syrah and Viognier grapes through France’s northern Rhône wine region. Travel in a luxury, WIFI-equipped minibus to the celebrated wines’ original terroir. Visit the wine cellar of a scenic local estate in the Rhône Valley, stroll through panoramic vineyards in the village of Ampuis, and visit an exclusive winery in the Condrieu.

Immerse yourself in Lyon's signature Art de Vivre on a small-group walking food tour. This adventure is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic and comprehensive culinary experience. As you stroll past the architectural and historical highlights of Vieux Lyon, stop at local eateries and food stores to sample local favorites. Be sure to save room for pastries, cheeses, sweets, local wines, and an iconic Lyonnais dish.

Beaujolais is renowned for its light red wines and this tour adds a fun twist to a wine tasting experience. Zip around the vineyards on a Segway, visit the medieval village of Oingt, and enjoy views of the French Alps. Finally, stop at a local wine cellar to sample a variety of Beaujolais wines, paired with tasty regional specialties.

Lyon’s old town is riddled with secret passageways and history. This immersive, guided walking tour begins at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and takes you through the traboules (covered passageways used by silk workers to transport fabrics), to present-day silk workshops, and the Museum of Cinema and Miniatures, before finishing up at the Grand Hotel Dieu, formerly the city hospital, now a luxury hotel and shopping complex.

The medieval Château de Champ-Renard sits amid the Beaujolais vineyards and provides a magnificent backdrop for a wine-tasting tour. With this tasting experience, enjoy a guided walking tour of the château and vineyards, learn about the wine-growing process and ‘terroir’, then sample a selection of vintage Château wines accompanied by matured cheeses.

Immerse yourself in French culture on a four-hour small-group tour of Rhone Valley cheese and wine producers. Visit an authentic French farm where you meet local cheese producers and pick up some Rigotte de Condrieu - a subtly flavored goat’s cheese - to sample along with your wines. Next explore the Northern Rhone Valley and taste some of the most loved wines from the region in a picturesque vineyard. Avoid the hassles of driving and navigating and have a classically French experience on this tour.

Explore the historic villages and beautiful vineyards of the Beaujolais wine region on this private full-day tour from Lyon. Sample Beaujolais wines with a tasting at a distinguished winery, enjoy a delicious lunch (own expense) amid the Dombes vineyards, then taste regional specialty ‘galette’ in Pérouges.

How would you like to take part in a 5-step wine tasting to discover great French wines paired with raw-milk cheeses and other exceptional patisserie products? • French sparkling, Champagne and Pét'Nat' • Contrasting french white wines, from south to north climate • Discovering french red wines through the ages • The perfect wines and cheeses pairing • Artisanal fruit brandy and Lyonnais dessert What do you think about ... • Understand France's different wine-growing regions and their special features • Find out more about food and wine pairing, with a focus on wine and cheese. • Spend an enjoyable evening tasting wines from small winemakers who work carefully on their wines and are delighted to know you're enjoying them. • Be able to compare wines on the spot (all tasting steps offer at least two glasses so that you can compare and remember the flavors encountered during this moment). •Ask all your wine questions to an expert who speaks fluent English.

Beaujolais is one of the most prestigious appellations of the Burgundy wine region and opting for a small-group tasting tour means you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience. On this half-day tour from Lyon, explore the scenic Beaujolais vineyards, enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Pizay, and learn the secrets of French winemaking on a winery tour.

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.

Spend an afternoon sampling delicious Beaujolais in the Crus wine region. Ride by striking scenery like the Mont Brouilly volcano and charming towns like Régnié, Morgon, and Fleurie. Take in views of the region from La Madone Chapel, then head to a family winery to learn about wine production and sample different wines. Visit a larger Chateau for an atmospheric tasting in a cellar filled with oak barrels.

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.

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.

Explore the Côte-Rôtie wine region of France during this 4-hour tour with a small group. In addition to learning about the local wines through tastings, visit Pilat Regional Nature Park for epic views of the French countryside. Tastings and round-trip transportation from central Lyon included.

On this small-group, morning wine tour, you’ll visit two storied, history-rich wine estates south of Lyon. Stroll through ancient terraced slopes dating back to Roman times, discover the capital of Syrah and Viognier wines, and learn the secrets of the Rhone Valley’s unique wine production. Tours include tastings of five different local labels.

This 2.5-hour electric bike tour shows you the best of Lyon. Hop on your bike and cruise past the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Place Bellecour with its statue of Louis XIV; the colorful Croix Rousse tunnel; the banks of the Rhône, and more. Stop to enjoy a glass of wine with rosette sausage, local cheeses, cured ham, and cake in France’s culinary capital.