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Luxury Culinary and Cultural Experience in Lyon

Explore Lyon's gastronomic heritage, silk history, and architectural landmarks over three days with private guided tours, scenic river strolls, and fine dining.

  • 6Food stops
  • 5Road trips
  • 4Outdoors
  • 3Sights
  • 2Stays
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  • luxury
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Day by day

Day 1

Old Lyon and Fourvière Hill8 Activities

Spend the first day exploring the historic core of Lyon, from the hilltop basilica down through the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon.

  1. 08:3009:30
    Food

    Breakfast at Café Théâtre des Célestins

    08:30 – 09:30

    Start the day with morning coffee and pastries near the historic theatre in central Lyon.

  2. 09:4511:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

    09:45 – 11:00

    Visit the 19th-century basilica overlooking the city and admire its ornate interior mosaics.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Skip-the-line Ancient Theater of Fourviere Lyon Private Tour

    11:15 – 12:30

    Take a private guided walk through the ancient Roman ruins situated on Fourvière Hill.

    • entryINR 22908
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Bouchon Thomas

    12:45 – 14:00

    Dine on traditional Lyonnaise specialties in a classic local bouchon setting.

  5. 14:1516:15
    Sightseeing

    Old Lyon Private Guided Walking Tour

    14:15 – 16:15

    Walk through the medieval streets and hidden courtyards of Vieux Lyon with a private guide.

    • entryINR 30544
  6. 16:3018:00
    Outdoor

    Bike Tour of Lyon's Riverside

    16:30 – 18:00

    Cycle along the dedicated waterfront paths flanking the Rhône and Saône rivers.

  7. 18:1519:15
    Outdoor

    Rhône River Evening Walk

    18:15 – 19:15

    Take an early evening stroll along the lit promenades of the Rhône riverbank.

  8. 19:3021:30
    Food

    Dinner at Restaurant Paul Bocuse

    19:30 – 21:30

    Experience fine French gastronomy at the famous Michelin-starred restaurant north of the city centre.

Day 2

Silk Traditions and Gourmet Markets8 Activities

Focus on Lyon's weaving heritage on Croix-Rousse hill before exploring the premier indoor food hall.

  1. 08:3009:30
    Food

    Breakfast at Grand Café de la Préfecture

    08:30 – 09:30

    Enjoy breakfast along the riverfront near the historic prefecture building.

  2. 09:4511:30
    Sightseeing

    Private Tour: The Silk history Tour

    09:45 – 11:30

    Learn about the canut weavers and Lyon's silk manufacturing legacy on a private guided walk.

    • entryINR 46990
  3. 11:4512:45
    Shopping

    Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

    11:45 – 12:45

    Browse regional cheeses, charcuterie, and gourmet delicacies inside Lyon's covered food market.

  4. 13:0014:15
    Food

    Lunch at Les Halles Food Stalls

    13:00 – 14:15

    Sample fresh oysters, local cheeses, and terrines directly from vendors inside the hall.

  5. 14:3016:30
    Sightseeing

    Tasting and Chais Tour

    14:30 – 16:30

    Visit an urban wine cellar to taste regional Rhône Valley vintages with a sommelier.

    • entryINR 1469
  6. 16:4518:00
    Outdoor

    Afternoon Visit to Parc de la Tête d'Or

    16:45 – 18:00

    Walk through Lyon's expansive central park, featuring wide lawns and a large central lake.

  7. 18:0019:15
    Outdoor

    Afternoon at the Lyon Botanical Garden

    18:00 – 19:15

    Explore the greenhouses and curated plant collections located within the park grounds.

  8. 19:3021:30
    Food

    Dinner at La Mère Brazier

    19:30 – 21:30

    Dine at one of Lyon's legendary gastronomic institutions serving refined classic cuisine.

Day 3

Traboules and Modern Confluence Architecture8 Activities

Discover secret passages in the city center before ending the trip at the futuristic Confluence district.

  1. 08:3009:30
    Food

    Breakfast at Slake Coffee House

    08:30 – 09:30

    Have specialty coffee and light dishes in the Presqu'île neighborhood.

  2. 09:4511:45
    Sightseeing

    Private Guided Walking Tour of Lyon Traboules

    09:45 – 11:45

    Navigate the network of covered passageways connecting buildings and streets across the historic quarters.

    • entryINR 14685
  3. 12:0012:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

    12:00 – 12:45

    Revisit the panoramic terrace area for daytime photos over the city roofscape.

    • entryFree
  4. 13:0014:15
    Food

    Lunch at Brasserie Georges

    13:00 – 14:15

    Eat lunch inside a grand 19th-century brasserie renowned for its art deco dining hall.

  5. 14:3016:30
    Sightseeing

    Architectural Lyon: Private Tour with a Local Expert

    14:30 – 16:30

    Examine the architectural evolution of Lyon from classical façades to modern redevelopment projects.

    • entryINR 70485
  6. 16:4518:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening at Musée des Confluences

    16:45 – 18:15

    Visit the striking contemporary science and anthropology museum where the two rivers meet.

    • entryEUR 25
  7. 18:3019:15
    Outdoor

    Rhône River Evening Walk

    18:30 – 19:15

    Finish the afternoon with a leisurely walk along the southern banks of the river.

  8. 19:3021:30
    Food

    Dinner at Takao Takano

    19:30 – 21:30

    Conclude the itinerary with modern Franco-Japanese fine dining in the 6th arrondissement.

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