Annecy Day Trip – Private Tour of the “Venice of the Alps” from Lyon
Leave Lyon with your private chauffeur for a day in Annecy, nicknamed the Venice of the Alps: a medieval castle, a stroll along the canals of the old town, lunch at your own pace and a coffee break high above the lake, with one of the finest views in the French Alps.
The tour at a glance
- About 8 hours 15, from 8:30 am to around 4:45 pm
- Pick-up at your address or hotel in Lyon (outside Lyon: extra cost quoted on request)
- 3 stops: Annecy Castle, the old town and Le Balcon du Lac
- Lunch at your own pace in the old town
- Private sedan for 1 to 3 guests, private van for 4 to 8 guests
Itinerary
Departure from Lyon
Your private chauffeur picks you up at your address or hotel in Lyon and heads for Annecy. The drive takes about 2 hours, arriving around 10:30.
Annecy Castle
First stop at the Musée-Château d’Annecy, whose origins date back to the 13th century: medieval architecture, a short visit and a first view over the rooftops of the old town (about 30 minutes).
The old town & lunch
Drop-off in front of the Hôtel Splendid, 4 quai Eustache Chappuis, by the lake. Stroll along the canals of the “Petite Venise”, see the famous Palais de l’Île, browse the shops and enjoy lunch at your own pace, with Savoyard specialities (2 h 30, lunch included).
Le Balcon du Lac
Your chauffeur takes you up towards the Col de la Forclaz, about 1,147 m above sea level. Coffee break on the terrace with a breathtaking view over Lake Annecy and the surrounding mountains (about 30 minutes).
Return to Lyon
Departure for Lyon, with an estimated arrival around 4:45 pm at your address or hotel.
Why Annecy
Set between the lake and the mountains, Annecy is one of the most beautiful towns in the French Alps. Its old town, crossed by canals lined with flowers, its castle overlooking the rooftops and the turquoise waters of the lake make it an ideal day trip from Lyon.
With a private chauffeur, you enjoy the day without thinking about the road, parking or timing: we adapt the pace to your wishes.
Good to know
Times are indicative and adapted to traffic, the castle’s opening hours and your pace. The Musée-Château d’Annecy has seasonal opening hours and closing days: we check them with you before the tour. Old town lunch, castle tickets and the coffee break are not included and are paid on site. In winter, access to the Col de la Forclaz may depend on weather conditions; an alternative viewpoint over the lake is then offered.
Tour prices, per vehicle
Price per vehicle, not per person. It includes the return journey Lyon – Annecy, the transfers between the stops and the chauffeur waiting all day: transport is included.
- Return trip Lyon – Annecy included
- Chauffeur at your disposal all day
- Pick-up at your address or hotel
- Return trip Lyon – Annecy included
- Chauffeur at your disposal all day
- Pick-up at your address or hotel
Included
- Private vehicle with chauffeur
- Pick-up at your address or hotel in Lyon
- Transfers Lyon → Annecy → Le Balcon du Lac → Lyon
- Chauffeur waiting at every stop, about 8 hours 15 of service
Not included
- Annecy Castle tickets
- Lunch in the old town
- Coffee break at Le Balcon du Lac
Book your tour
Choose your date and number of guests: the price and your day’s schedule update instantly (pick-up in Lyon; outside Lyon, the extra cost is quoted separately).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Annecy day trip from Lyon?
€590 in a private sedan for 1 to 3 guests, €850 in a private van for 4 to 8 guests, per vehicle, return transport from Lyon and the chauffeur waiting all day included.
How long does the tour last?
About 8 hours 15: departure from Lyon at 8:30 am and return around 4:45 pm. The departure time can be adapted when you book.
Are lunch and visits included?
No. Lunch in the old town, castle tickets and the coffee break at Le Balcon du Lac are paid on site, so you are free to choose.
Can the programme be changed?
Yes. It is a private tour: we can lengthen a stop, skip the castle or add a stop along the lake, subject to timing. Just tell us when you book.
Can you pick us up outside Lyon?
Yes, wherever you are staying. The extra cost of the journey to Lyon is calculated from your address and confirmed before booking.
Can we visit Annecy and Geneva on the same day?
Yes. Geneva is about 45 minutes from Annecy: we can plan a longer day, Annecy in the morning and Geneva in the afternoon, or the other way round. Remember your ID card or passport for the border. Price on request.
When is the best time to visit Annecy?
All year round: summer for swimming and boat trips, autumn for colours and calm, winter for the Christmas market and nearby ski resorts, and spring for flowers along the canals.
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