Lyon: Hidden Treasures
Overview
Get ready to be charmed by France’s third-largest city, where cobblestone lanes echo with centuries of history and every bite feels like a work of art. Lyon blends its UNESCO-listed Renaissance Old Town with lively contemporary districts, offering an irresistible mix that enchants from the very first encounter.
Format
Locations
- Lyon
- France
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Lyon
- 6 nights of accommodation
- 6 breakfasts, 2 tastings
- Round-trip private airport transfers
- More Moments activities:
- Full-day guided tour of Lyon
- Full-day guided tour to Beaujolais
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Depart on your flight to Lyon.
Day 2
Welcome to Lyon
Upon arrival at the airport, meet your driver for your private transfer to the hotel. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 3
Lyon - Visit
Get ready for an unforgettable full-day adventure through France's most enchanting city.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day visit of Lyon
Discover Lyon’s UNESCO-listed Renaissance districts as you wander through hidden traboules, grand landmarks like Fourvière Basilica and the lively streets of Vieux Lyon. Capture panoramic views from Fourvière Hill, then indulge in a wine tasting and a traditional bouchon Lyonnaise feast. This unforgettable blend of culture, cuisine and charm reveals why Lyon is France’s gastronomic capital.
Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 4
Lyon – Visit
Uncover the stunning charm of southern Beaujolais, where rolling hills and storybook hilltop villages paint landscapes so enchanting they’re often called the “Tuscany of France.”
More Moments Activities Included
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Full day visit to Beaujolais
Just north of Lyon, discover the Beaujolais region, famed for its golden stone villages and world-renowned wines. Enjoy an intimate vineyard tasting, stroll the medieval streets of Oingt and end with a traditional Lyonnais mâchon at a family-run winery—an unforgettable blend of culture, flavour, and charm.
Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 5-7
Lyon at Leisure
The next few days are yours to enjoy Lyon at your own pace. Wander its charming neighbourhoods, savour world-class cuisine, or simply relax and soak up the city’s irresistible atmosphere.
($) Optional Activities
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Pérouges
Step into this enchanting medieval village, a perfectly preserved 13th-century treasure. With its cobblestone lanes and timber-framed houses untouched by time, this fortified town feels like a living storybook.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Lyon - Return to Canada
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
Superior Accommodation
Location
Hotel
Room details
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Important Information
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Daily departures from April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
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Tours Exclusions
- Meals, unless specified
- Porterage
- Personal expenses
- Transfers
- Local Taxes
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
- Full-day guided walking tour in Lyon with wine and local food tasting, available in English or French
- Full-day tour to Beaujolais with a driver/guide with wine and cheese tasting, available in English or French
Details regarding excursion meeting points will be indicated on your documents prior to departure.