From Lyon: Private Annecy, Chambéry & Alpine Lakes Day Tour
Old Town, Annecy, Chamonix
Discover the former Duchy of Savoy on a full-day private journey from Lyon. Explore Chambéry and Annecy, enjoy Belle Époque Aix-les-Bains and cruise across one of France's most beautiful alpine lakes.
Highlights
- Discover the former capital of the Dukes of Savoy in Chambéry
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Savoy Alps and take in the views
- Savor a delicious lunch in Aix-les-Bains, a charming lakeside town
- Cruise on Lake Bourget, the largest natural lake in France
- Explore the picturesque town of Annecy, known as the 'Venice of the Alps'
Description
Leave Lyon behind and travel into a region shaped by dukes, mountain traditions and some of France's most spectacular lakes. Combining history, elegant resorts and breathtaking scenery, this excursion reveals another side of the French Alps.
Your private guide will come to pick you up at your accommodation in Lyon and drive you for an exclusive journey. Begin in Chambéry, the historic capital of the Dukes of Savoy. Wander through its old streets and discover the Château des Ducs de Savoie, Saint-François-de-Sales Cathedral and the famous Elephant Fountain, symbol of the city. Learn how this small alpine capital once ruled territories stretching from present-day France to northern Italy.
Continue to Aix-les-Bains, one of the great spa resorts of the Belle Époque. Overlooking the shores of Lake Bourget, the town attracted aristocrats, artists and crowned heads seeking relaxation and fresh mountain air. Enjoy the unique view over the valley from the Belvédère du Revard.
Enjoy free time for lunch (a perfect moment to try delicious savoyard meals such as the fondue, the truite or the genepi) and admire the refined atmosphere that made Aix-les-Bains one of Europe's most fashionable destinations.
In the afternoon, reach Annecy, often called the 'Venice of the Alps'. Explore its charming canals, pastel-colored houses and medieval streets. Cross the famous Pont des Amours, admire the Palais de l'Île and soak up the unique atmosphere that has made Annecy one of France's most beloved towns.
Complete your day with a scenic cruise on Lake Annecy, whose crystal-clear waters and surrounding mountains offer some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Alps.
Return to Lyon after a day combining alpine scenery, Savoyard history and the elegance of France's great lakes.
Includes
- Driver-guide
- Private transportation
- Cruise tickets on an alpine lake
- Walking tour visits in Chambéry, Annecy and Aix
- Panoramic point of view
- A bottle of Apremont and bottles of water
Excludes
- Lunch expenses
- Souvenirs
Important Information
- The tour duration is approximately 9.5 to 10 hours
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
