Lonely Planet Experiences: More then Wines - The Apéro Tour of Lyon
Lyon, France
From USD 86.40
Office phone number: +33 631 907 752
Lonely Planet Experiences: More then Wines - The Apéro Tour of Lyon
Lyon, France
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
-
Tour snapshot
Put on some comfortable walking shoes, join a local guide, and get ready to sip your way through the beautiful city of Lyon. An apéro is an evening ritual in France that combines friends, drinks and small bites, and on this tour, you’ll have the chance to enjoy the atmosphere of some of the bars locals love to visit in an up and coming Lyon neighbourhood. Cheers to a night on the town, mingling with locals and checking out some of the coolest bars in the city.
Experience the best travel stories for yourself. Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this city adventure hand-picked by the world's leading travel publisher. Lonely Planet Experiences powered by Urban Adventures bring stories to life in the best-loved cities around the globe.
-
Highlights
- Discover Lyon’s exciting new bar scene
- Experience the French ritual of the apéro (basically, having drinks and small bites among friends)
- Enjoy drinks at four of the coolest local bars in an up and coming neighbourhood
- Hear local stories over some traditional snacks and learn about how the district has changed throughout history
- Taste a unique local aperitif made with red wine
- Each Lonely Planet Experience comes with six-months free access to Lonely Planet’s Guides App which includes over 8,000 destinations guides and unbeatable discounts to Lonely Planet Guidebooks.
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- This tour takes place in an area that most tourists miss, but where locals like to hang out, which shows you the real face of the city.
- Some bars you visit on this tour are tiny, locally owned venues selling the products of Lyon or the surrounding region. Along the way you will learn about (and taste) local products, from beer made in a brewery at the outskirts of Lyon to an apéro drink made with wine from Burgundy, to locally-produced cheese. By taking this tour, every penny spent will give back to the local community.
-
Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point: Place Antonin Jutards, by the Caroussel (the right bank of river Rhône, East bridgehead of Guillotière Bridge)
- Find the exact meeting point with what3words:
- Starting time: 6.00 PM
- Ending point:
Place Gabriel Péri, Metro Guillotière, 69007 Lyon, France
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 4 glasses of local drinks (beer, wine, and a surprise drink), snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your evening apéro tour begins on the left bank of river Rhône. From there, we’ll head to one of Lyon’s coolest local hangouts in an up and coming neighbourhood that’s become a hotspot for bars in the city. This is where you’ll enjoy a local beer.
After our welcome drink, we’ll stroll through the neighbourhood’s streets, taking in the sights and sounds of the evening. We’ll then head to another local bar run by a group of friends who play an important role in the local community. You’ll hear all about what they’re up to over a traditional Lyonnaise aperitif.
As we move on you will learn about the history of the neighbourhood we’re exploring and get a better understanding of how quickly it has changed in recent years. Next on our drink tasting adventure, we’ll have a chance to enjoy some tasty local bites and a glass of wine.
Our final stop of the night will be in a small bar to taste a traditional shot before parting ways. But if you want to stick around in the neighbourhood for more drinks and late-evening bites, your local guide can recommend some of their favorite bars and restaurants to check out.
-
Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 4 glasses of local drinks (beer, wine, and a surprise drink), snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: No children allowed: Travellers under 18 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
-
Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@lyonurbanadventures.com
-
Local contact
Office phone number: +33 631 907 752
Email address: info@lyonurbanadventures.com
BACK TO TOP