6 Sightseeing Tours in Savoie That You Shouldn't Miss

January 15, 2022 Malia Yoakum

Discover the best top things to do in Savoie, France including Savoyard Vineyards Tour with Private Driver, Duo Heritage Pass, Build your own Igloo!, Lake Bouget Viewpoints & Pre-dinner Drink, CHAMBERY | Private Walking Tour of Chambéry Historical Center, Solo Heritage Pass.
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1. Savoyard Vineyards Tour with Private Driver

Experience Mont Blanc

Climb aboard our vehicles and discover the vineyards of the "Combe de Savoie" with comfort and safety. Olivier, your private driver, will drive you throughout the day. All you have to do is enjoy the scenery on the way! You will meet Savoyard winemakers who are eager to share their passion for wine and all the fun facts that come with it. You will also be able to enjoy a picnic composed of local products in the vineyards at the end of the day, with Olivier. A change of scenery guaranteed! And as they say here... SANTÉ ! [For your information: the picnic location is subject to change according to the weather].

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Lunch pique nique with local products, Private transfers, Happy memories, Private experience

Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Insurance

Reviewed By marinacarvajal

We went to Quentin's house (our guide's house) which is in the middle of the mountains and it was just amazing! We elaborated our own tartiflette and then ate it!! Such a gooooood experience! Thanks Quentin :D

2. Duo Heritage Pass

Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Duo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person plus one guest of their choice. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge your entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Parking Fees, Gratuities

3. Build your own Igloo!

Experience Mont Blanc

Live a real winter adventure in the French Alps! With snowshoes on your feet, you will go with your Mont Blanc Experience guide to discover the snowy trails of the Tarentaise Valley. To build your igloo, you will need adapted materials and tools that you will transport with a pulka, a high-performance snow sled. But don't worry, you won't have to drag it! This adventure will be the opportunity to learn the different techniques of igloo building, which you will put into practice directly on site. Your guide will also share with you his anecdotes and tricks to face the cold, over a hot drink. Unforgettable moments guaranteed! | Remember to bring warm clothes and mountain boots. The experience can be declined in all the resorts of Tarentaise, Maurienne, Haute-Savoie and Isère. |

Inclusions: Drinks, Mountain specialist services, Specific equipment for this activity, Happy memories, Private experience

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Insurance

Reviewed By marinacarvajal

We went to Quentin's house (our guide's house) which is in the middle of the mountains and it was just amazing! We elaborated our own tartiflette and then ate it!! Such a gooooood experience! Thanks Quentin :D

4. Lake Bouget Viewpoints & Pre-dinner Drink

Experience Mont Blanc

To start out the afternoon, your chauffeur will take the scenic route through the vineyards of Brison Saint Innocent. Nothing more relaxing than watching the landscape fly by while listening to stories of the history of the area. First stop, the Belvédère de la Chambotte, which offers one of the most beautiful views of Lake Bourget. A majestic view of the lake and the surrounding mountain ridges, you’ll even be able to see the massif of Chartreuse in the distance, and le Dent du Chat, the Cat’s tooth peak. Second stop will be the charming village of Chanaz, where many craftsmen have set up shop. Passionate and interesting locals have developed the savoir-faire’s of yesteryear for the curious visitors of today. The must is to visit the old mill, restored and regrinding for the good fortune of us all. Your Experience Mont Blanc chauffeur will then stop at the spectacular Belvédère de Revard at 1540 meters. A vista point that offers a 360° view of the Lake Bourget, the Bauges mountain range and if weather permits, you’ll even be able to observe the top of the amazing Mont Blanc. Not a bad spot to taste local aperitif options or a glass of crisp, dry Savoie white wine from some of the vines you passed by in the morning.

Inclusions: Aperitif, Private transportation

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Insurance

Reviewed By marinacarvajal

We went to Quentin's house (our guide's house) which is in the middle of the mountains and it was just amazing! We elaborated our own tartiflette and then ate it!! Such a gooooood experience! Thanks Quentin :D

5. CHAMBERY | Private Walking Tour of Chambéry Historical Center

5 Place du Palais de Justice, 73000 Chambéry, France Akopso

Welcome to the capital of Savoy, in the region Rhône-Alpes. Discover the city of Chambéry located in the eastern portion of France. The city is located in the mountainous zone with plenty of breathtaking, beautiful views that await your arrival. Start the 2-hour walking tour from the Château de Chambéry. The building was constructed in the 13th century and is now the residence of political administration. Take in the Elephants Fountain, the most famous landmark in Chambéry. Roam through Boigne Street, Saint Leger Place, and the Charles Dullin theater. Anywhere else you would like to go can be mentioned to your guide and they will be glad to show you your request in its entirety.

Inclusions: Services of an expert guide during a private guided walking tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees - Transportation

Reviewed By Pia G

Interesting tour presenting a good overview of Lyon. Good start of a weekend visit. Best stop was Basilisque Fourvière.

6. Solo Heritage Pass

Paris, France Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Solo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person only. It is strictly personal and non-transferable once activated. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees

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