Top Rhône-Alpes Outdoor Activities

Glide around Lyon’s UNESCO-listed historic center on an easy-to-use electric bike with this 2-hour guided bike tour. Cruise along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, pedal around the lush Tête D’Or Park and zip through the dazzling Croix Rousse tunnel, with its unique sound and light show. Stop along the way to admire landmarks like Lyon Cathedral, stroll around bustling Bellecour square and discover little known monuments and local haunts.

Take in the sights of Lyon with an electric bike tour, an easy way to get around, while you sample some of what makes this the culinary capital of France. After stops in Lyon's UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Place des Terreaux and La Croix-Rousse, riding along the picturesque Rhône River, pause at a restaurant to taste regional specialties like locally-made cheeses and cured meats. Upgrade to the 4-hour tour to include a stop at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière where you'll get wonderful views over Lyon. Tour group size is limited to 10 for more personalized attention from your guide.

Travelers that want to avoid a crowded tour bus—but see more than with a typical walking tour—shouldn't miss this comfortable, pedicab tour in Lyon. As you cruise through the heart of the city, see top attractions, from bustling Place Bellecour to the historic Theatre des Celestins and Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste. Along the way, learn about Lyon's history from your guide, and see some of the city's ancient hillside passageways, called traboules.

Jump, slide, and rappel into the Furon Canyon, one of the most famous canyoning spots in the Vercors Massif, just outside Grenoble. This trip includes waterfalls up to 18 meters high, with jumps of up to eight meters. Enjoy a beer with the rest of the group at the end to toast your daredevil pursuits.

Visit the streets of old Lyon by bicycle taxi and admire the historical monuments that abound. A fun alternative to being cooped up in a coach, the bike taxi offers an unobstructed view and an eco-friendly solution. Book a bike taxi for two adults and a child under six and, if you want a longer excursion, upgrade to also include the Presqu'île and the banks of the Rhône River.

Choose how much you want to exert yourself on this electric bike tour of Lyon. With the electric pedal assist, you can cover lots of ground in a short amount of time, moving easily through the city. Focus on the highlights of Lyon, checking all the must-see sites off of your list in just a few hours. Listen to guided commentary on the culture, architecture, and history of Lyon as you pedal.

Visit Pérouges—one of the ‘most beautiful villages in France’—and the alpine town of Annecy on this private full-day tour from Lyon. Admire the medieval monuments and tuck into a traditional breakfast in Pérouges, then enjoy a walking tour of historic Annecy or an optional cruise around Lake Annecy.

You will discover the magnificent Semnoz forest, a veritable "green flow" which starts at an altitude of 1,700m and ends at the edge of the old town of Annecy. In addition to being the scene of many mountain biking competitions, this forest offers some unique views of Lake Annecy! During this outing, you will test the 2020 hanging Lapierre eBikes, among the best electric bikes on the market today.

Touring Lyon’s sights can be hard on your feet or involve hopping between cabs, metro trains, or buses. Make things easy by covering the dispersed sights almost effortlessly on this small-group electric bike tour, with a guide for cultural and historical insight. Coast around the Old Town (Vieux Lyon), glide by the River Saone, explore leafy Tete d’Or Park, and more; all on a brief but unhurried tour.

Explore Lyon with ease on an electric bike. After a brief safety training, hop on your bike and begin your 2-hill circuit. Visit the Old Town, banks of the Saône River, Roman theater, Notre Dame de Fourvière Basilica, Terreaux Square, Croix-Russe district, and more. Take in stunning hilltop views and discover Lyon’s distinctive “traboules,” the passageways connecting historic buildings.

The tandem paragliding baptism above Chamonix is open to everyone! The flight from Planpraz is ideal for discovering the Chamonix valley by flying.

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.

At the foot of Mont-Blanc, around the world capital of mountaineering, I offer you a 3-hour trip through the woods and mountain pastures of Chamonix. Unique views of the Aiguilles and the glaciers of the valley, along the torrents and paths. The control of these bikes will have no more secrets for you. An electric mountain bike ride you won't soon forget.

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.

Tandem paragliding flight over Chamonix, facing Mont Blanc and its glaciers. Discover the sensation of flight in this incredible setting. Let yourself be guided by our state-certified instructors, they will meet your needs: calm flight, thrills, paragliding piloting, this flight is for you!

105 hectares, including a 16 hectare lake, three million visitors per year, 8,800 trees, 6,500 m2 of greenhouses, 30,000 rose bushes, a 3.9 km tour, the names of 10,600 dead for France engraved on a monument, 800 animals cared for by 21 agents and nearly a hundred gardeners ... Can we summarize a park such as that of the Tête d'Or by a few figures? The answer is absolutely NO. For this reason, let yourself be advised by your passionate guide who will tell you about all the wonders that this magical park hides. Combining a structured route to discover the different secrets of the park. Through its origins and its history, its botany and its curiosities we will discover this magnificent park and in the background we will discover the history of the city of Lyon. The tour includes two options: the walking tour for group tours and a pedicab option (maximum 2 people) for people with reduced mobility.

Discover Lyon from a different perspective on a self-guided walking activity and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in French, English, Italian

Capital of adventure in France, Chamonix is one of the epicentres of paragliding in Europe. Admire panoramic views of alpine peaks, meadows, glaciers, and valleys as you soar on a paraglider wing with an experienced instructor who also captures stunning aerial photos. Helmets and gloves are provided: cable cars to the take-off point are at your expense. If you love adrenaline, ask your instructor for a little surprise.

The canyon of Furon high part in Isère is probably the most traveled canyons near Grenoble and Lyon. For all levels, and from 8 years old.

Our professionalism is well established, over 15 years of experience, all our instructors are graduates. The setting and the environment are exceptional and accessible to all. Magnificent panorama and guaranteed sensation ....

Vercors Regional Park, just 50 minutes drive from Lyon, has a plethora of canyons and waterfalls to explore. With waterfalls of up to 28 meters to rappel down, jumps and rocky pools, you won’t be finishing this tour dry. Get a whole new perspective on the rocky cliffs and pine forests of this park in the company of an experienced, certified guide.

With snowshoes on, let's go for a hike The valley below is a glacial cirque surrounded by peaks that reach close to 3000 meters. An out of this world feel and alpine wonderland: cliffs, suspended glaciers, flora, and fauna... you might even get a glimpse of chamois, ibex. Also, it is a surprising migration corridor for the birds and insects that connect the Valais region of Switzerland and the Rhone Valley. Complete your day with a homemade picnic of local specialties while admiring the superb views that are surrounding you. Take it all in, memories for a lifetime.

Go on an adventure in the city of your choice in France with our Urban Escape Games. Walk around the city with your team (with family or friends) and let yourself be guided by the mobile application. Solve the puzzles and complete several missions. Take a good look at your surroundings to help you! Explore differently: your adventure starts now!