Lyon — France's Gastronomic Capital
A UNESCO World Heritage city at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône — Renaissance old town, silk-weaver passageways, and the country's most celebrated food scene.
About this destination
Lyon is France's third-largest city and its undisputed gastronomic capital, home to bouchons, Paul Bocuse's Halles and a generation of Michelin-starred chefs. Vieux Lyon, with its Renaissance courtyards and the basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière on the hill, is one of Europe's largest preserved Renaissance districts. Beyond the city, Lyon is the natural gateway to the Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône vineyards, the Alps (Chamonix and Courchevel are under three hours) and Provence (Avignon in two hours by car).
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October for mild weather and wine harvest. December for the Fête des Lumières.
Why a private transfer
Lyon Saint-Exupéry is a major French hub with direct long-haul flights. We provide private chauffeur transfers to the city centre, the Alps and Provence — fixed price, English-speaking driver.
Official information
Nearby airports
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS)25 km away
- Geneva (GVA)150 km away
- Grenoble (GNB)110 km away
Our fleet
Choose the vehicle that fits your trip
Economy
Skoda Superb or equivalent
Business
Mercedes E-Class
First Class
Mercedes S-Class
Van / Group
Mercedes V-Class
Specialist desks for this destination
Whether you arrive by jet, yacht or cruise — or book on someone else's behalf — there is a dedicated workflow for you.
Corporate Accounts
Monthly billing, duty-of-care reporting, negotiated tariffs.
Learn more →Private Jet & VIP
Apron-side meet, FBO coordination, tail-number tracking.
Learn more →Villa Concierge
House-week chauffeur, school runs, provisioning.
Learn more →For Executive Assistants
One thread, one invoice, one named dispatcher per principal.
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