Things to do in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France: The Best Multi-day Tours

January 4, 2022 Alice Mieles

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014; it resulted from the merger of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes.
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1. 4-Days Wonderful Piedmont Tour from Milan

Starhotels Ritz, Via Lazzaro Spallanzani, 40, 20129 Milano MI, Italy Europeando Europa

4 days and 3 nights leaving from Milan. Small groups tour discovering the region of the great Italian wines, the history of the unification of Italy under the Savoy Royal family, good food and unique landscapes. A nice tour through Monferrato and Langhe, two of the historic region of Piedmont; the best way to discover Turin, first capital of Italy, its palaces like Venaria Reale (entrance included) and monument (Basilica di Superga). Barolo and white truffle tasting in Alba. Visit of the area at he bottom of Mont Blanc, Courmayeur and Aosta.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Barolo wine tasting in the Langhe area, Cream of truffle and similar tasting in Alba, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Free Wi-Fi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, City taxes at the hotels, Porterage, Hotel pick up and drop off

Reviewed By LadyRJ2019

As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.

2. 7-Day Chamonix: Mont Blanc Adventure

Pointe Isabelle, 165 Avenue Michel Croz, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France Tramundi

France, Italy and Swiss. We’re on top of Europe! A trip between three countries, snow and ice, sport and relax. Always looking towards the highest peak of the Alps, the Mont Blanc. Your snow week or better, your semaine de ski!

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Snowshoeing equipment rental, Activities as presented in the program, Alpine guide

Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuities, Trip to and from destination, City tax, Ski pass for the free time, Drinks and meals not expressly indicated in the program, Anything not expressly indicated at "Included"

3. France Guided 12-Day Tour

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 95700 Roissy-en-France, France Aliantour in Europe

The unmissable opportunity to discover the best of France, the most famous sights such as the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, visit the Louvre in a guided way. Visit important cities in world history and the richest religious part of France. An unmissable itinerary.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: Drinks in general, No items that are not mentioned in our list, Aerial

4. 3-Day Zurich and Geneva Tour with Interlaken and Chamonix

Zurich Central Station (Sihlquai Car Park), Ausstellungsstrasse, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.

Our 3-day pass gives you unlimited access to all our tours. Start your journey in Zurich with a day trip to Interlaken. Nestled between the Thun and Brienz Lakes in Switzerland, Interlaken boasts tantalising views of the Alps and incredible outdoor adventure opportunities. You have the possibility to visit Jungfraujoch glacier or Schilthorn cable car. In the afternoon, transfer to Geneva, book the hotel with us or choose your own. On day 2, visit the highest mountain of Europe: Chamonix Mont Blanc and visit Geneva on a city tour. On day 3, choose between a culinary day in Gruyères or more mountain adventure in Glacier 3000.

Inclusions: Transportation, Unlimited pass for tours, Interlaken day with Jungfraujoch or Schilthorn, Chamonix Mont Blanc village & cable car, Geneva city tour, Gruyères tour or Glacier 3000, Acoomodation if option selected

Exclusions: Lunch & Dinner

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

5. 2-Day Tour to Interlaken, Geneva and Chamonix from Zurich

Zurich Central Station (Sihlquai Car Park), Ausstellungsstrasse, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.

Visit 3 places in 2 countries in 2 days. You will start in Zurich with a day trip to Interlaken where you can explore the glamorous resort. You can ride the mountain cogwheel train to Jungfrau or ride the cable car to Schilthorn during your free time. Transfer to Geneva, enjoy a 4* hotel (if option selected) with continental breakfast or book the hotel on your own. On the second day, visit the unique and amazing Chamonix Mont Blanc village, a must-see. Ride up the cable car to the Aiguille du midi for a unique experience. Return to Geneva in the afternoon and have a city tour. Discover the 1001 secrets of the international city with its famous fountain and see the United Nations.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Interlaken visit with tickets to Jungfrau or Schilthorn, Chamonix Mont Blanc and cable car, Geneva city tour, Transportation with driver guide, Accomodation 1 night if option selected

Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

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