Lyon: Hidden Treasures
Overview
Get ready to be charmed by France’s third-largest city, where cobblestone streets 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
Trip Highlights
Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.
- France
- Lyon
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Lyon
- 7 nights of accommodation
- 7 breakfasts, 2 tastings
- Round-trip private airport transfers
- More Moments activities:
- Private guided walking tour of Lyon
- Half-day guided tour to Beaujolais
- Lyon City Centre (4 days)
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly 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 half-day adventure through France's most enchanting city.
More Moments Activities Included
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Private guided walking tour of Lyon
Throughout the tour, your guide will share historical insights and local anecdotes for an engaging introduction to Lyon. Beginning at your hotel, head to Fourvière Hill, the birthplace of ancient Lugdunum, to visit the iconic Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and enjoy panoramic views over Lyon and, on clear days, the Alps. This is the perfect setting to discover why Lyon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Indulge in a local pastry accompanied by a cappuccino or a glass of wine.
Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 4
Lyon – Visit
Uncover the stunning charm of southern Beaujolais, filled with rolling hills and storybook hilltop villages.
More Moments Activities Included
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Private guided excursion in 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 5-8
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. Take advantage of your Lyon City Card to explore the city at your own pace.
More Moments Activities Included
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Lyon City Card - 4 days
The Lyon City Card includes unlimited public transport, free access to museums and exhibitions, a guided city tour, a river cruise on the Saône and discounts on selected attractions and activities.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
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
4-Star 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
Best for
Urban tours
Trips that make you feel like you live there. Tour packages include:
- Round-trip flight with Air Canada
- Airport transfers
- Hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- More Moments activities or excursions (select packages)
- Aeroplan® points
Aeroplan
In addition to accumulating points on the flight portion of your trip, you’ll earn up to 4,000 extra Aeroplan points on select tour packages.
- Members ages 2 to 12 will receive extra points equivalent to 50% of the points granted to members ages 13 and up.
- Travel completion by December 31, 2026.
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.
- Half-day guided walking tour in Lyon – Duration: approximately 4 hours, available in English or French
- Half-day tour to Beaujolais with a driver/guide with wine tasting, available in English or French
Details regarding excursion meeting points will be indicated on your documents prior to departure.