From Lyon: Medieval Village of Pérouges Day Trip
ID: GYG1152715-1773313
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the medieval village of Pérouges and the Bugey wine region on a guided tour from Lyon. Enjoy a tasting of local wine and cider, and visit a winery for a tasting.
Depart from Lyon and head to the medieval village of Pérouges. Stroll through its cobblestone streets, admire the ancient ramparts, and visit the Place du Tilleul and the weavers’ houses. Enjoy a tasting of the famous Pérouges galette and local cider.
Next, choose between a gourmet lunch at a traditional inn, featuring trout, mountain cheese, and local wine, or a more casual sandwich option.
After lunch, drive along the Bugey Wine Route, stopping for panoramic views of the vineyards. Learn about the history of Bugey wine, which was served at the court of Savoy as early as the 15th century.
Continue through the picturesque villages of Lagnieu, Villebois, and Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey, with photo stops along the way. Arrive at a Bugey winery for a tasting of sparkling whites and rosés, and visit the wine museum at Caveau Bugiste.
On the way back to Lyon, stop for a coffee break and enjoy views of the Ain plain.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the medieval village of Pérouges
- Savor the flavors of the region with a tasting of local wine and cider
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the vineyards of the Bugey wine region
- Learn about the history of the area and its wines from your guide
- Visit a local winery and taste some of the region’s best wines
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking on cobblestone streets, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
The wine tasting is only available for participants over the legal drinking age.
The tour includes a visit to a medieval village and a wine region, so expect a mix of cultural and scenic experiences.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Pérouges
- Dégustation of galette de Pérouges and local cider
- Visit to the Wine Road of Bugey
- Wine tasting at Caveau Bugiste
- Visit to the museum of arts vignerons
NOT INCLUDED
- Food fees
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
