Discovering Lyon with Riverside Cruises
Riverside Cruises offers European cruises aboard elegant ships equipped with all the comforts to provide guests with unforgettable vacations, exploring iconic cities in Europe, including Lyon.
The company also offers the option to extend or combine itineraries and provides a wide range of excursions to fully explore not only Europe’s most famous cities but also lesser-known spots and destinations. For those visiting Lyon during a Riverside cruise, there are various alternatives to choose from, including panoramic tours, bike rides, and wine tastings. Notable experiences include:
– A panoramic walking tour of Lyon and the old town, where you can discover the best of Lyon starting with a panoramic bus tour of the city’s most famous monuments, including Roman ruins, medieval and Renaissance churches, one of Europe’s largest squares, and other wonders, followed by a stroll through the historic center with an expert guide. You can even enjoy a coffee and the city’s famous praline brioche.
Fourviere Basilica
Lyon Panoramic
– A walk in Lyon with a visit to the Basilica of Fourvière and the Roman Amphitheaters, where you can immerse yourself in the city’s daily life by admiring street art, learning about the canuts (Lyon’s silk workers), and discovering the city’s traboules, which are secret covered passageways. The excursion continues with a funicular ride to visit the Basilica of Fourvière and the Roman Amphitheaters, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to around 15 BC.
– For wine lovers, a half-day excursion to Beaujolais, the “Tuscany of France”, is a must. This journey takes you through hills and valleys dotted with charming villages and picturesque castles, leading to the medieval village of Oingt, one of the most beautiful villages in France. Here, you’ll visit a family-run winery at Château de la Chaize, where you’ll discover long-standing traditions dating back 350 years, such as hand-picking grapes and the estate’s centuries-old vines.
Beaujolais
Lyon in ebike
– Another excellent option for wine enthusiasts is a day exploring the delightful French region of Chardonnay. This begins with a pleasant guided walk through Mâcon, where highlights include the Old Cathedral of Saint-Vincent, the Louis XV-era pharmacy at the Hôtel-Dieu, the impressive Musée des Ursulines, the Saint-Laurent bridge, and more! During this experience, guests will have lunch at Le Moulin du Gastronome before enjoying a scenic journey past the iconic Rock of Solutré and vineyards dating back to the 6th century, culminating in a wine tasting at the Château de Pierreclos.
– For sport lovers, particularly cyclists, there’s a Lyon eBike tour, offering a different and adventurous ride along the Rhône and Saône rivers. During this tour, you can admire the Tête d’Or urban park, the iconic Place Bellecour in the city center (one of Europe’s largest open squares), Place des Terreaux, home to the famous Hôtel de Ville and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and much more.
Perouges
Rodano – Riverside Ravel
– For medieval city enthusiasts, a visit to Pérouges is not to be missed. This stunning walled town represents medieval France, characterized by tiny stone houses, narrow alleys, a central square, one of the oldest inns in France, and more.
Riverside itineraries can be customized based on your time, budget, or personal interests, just as excursions can be selected according to your passion for architecture and design, art and cuisine, or history and nature.
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