Rhône Cycle Path (ViaRhôna): Geneva to Lyon
Begin your unforgettable cycling adventure in the world-famous city of Geneva, where the iconic fountain in Lake Geneva sends you off with a spectacular farewell. As you leave Switzerland behind, you’ll embark on a diverse journey that promises a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion along the ViaRhôna Cycle Route.
Throughout the tour, you’ll be accompanied by the majestic Rhône River, cycling either directly along its tranquil banks or winding through picturesque villages, vibrant sunflower fields, and lush vineyards. As the mighty Mont Blanc fades into the distance, you’ll find yourself gradually enveloped in the rich ambience of French culture, where the art of living is at its finest.
Embrace the essence of the French way of life with a glass of local wine, a freshly baked baguette, and the luxury of time to savour it all. This cycling tour offers not just a journey through breathtaking landscapes, but also a deep dive into the authentic joys of French living, making it an experience to cherish long after the final pedal stroke.
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Itinerary
Once you have arrived in Geneva and settled into your hotel, make the most of your free time to explore your surroundings at your own pace. Geneva prides itself on being one of the most beautiful and cultured cities that combines the splendours of nature with a rich palette of historic and architectural sites. Immerse yourself in the cosmopolitan city, especially the picturesque old part of town, which is the smallest metropolis in the world. Enjoy a pleasant stroll along Lake Geneva.
Your first bike ride takes you along the Rhône River from Switzerland to France. You cycle through the Défilé de l´Écluse, a narrow river passage through the Savoy Alps and the Mont Blanc and discover the first vineyards between mountains and valleys on your way out of Geneva, which will enchant you again and again. Today’s destination is Seyssel, characterised by two suspension bridges, which connect the pretty houses and squares on the left and right-hand side of the river Rhône. You will spend the night there.
Today, you leave Seyssel and cycle through the Savoy Alps, where you travel on either side of the river Rhône, through vineyards which rise steeply. The terrain along the riverbank is flat, and you will be able to enjoy the view during this stage of the tour. We suggest that you have your first break in Chanaz with its charming houses dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries and its restaurants located directly at the edge of the canal. Continue towards Culoz and Belley, where the river Rhône breaks up, and you follow the Western branch until you reach today’s destination, Champagneux, where you will spend the night.
On day four, you cycle on remote country lanes up to the viewing plateau of Rochefort. The route goes past the Château de Mandrin and leads you through orchards to marvellous panoramic views. Once you reach today’s destination and are back at the hotel, you can round off your day relaxing on the hotel sun terrace, the indoor pool or the renowned restaurant with its French delicacies.
Today’s ride is relaxed. The Rhône Cycle Path takes you directly along the riverbank through the pleasant and harmonious border scenery between Ain and Isère. You leave the river behind you in Perrozan and cycle through little hamlets until today’s destination, the romantic perched medieval village of Pérouges, which is labelled one of the most beautiful villages in France.
On day six, the circular tour goes through the Dombes pond landscape, to Notre Dame Abbey and Villars de Dombes. This evening, you will also stay in Pérouges/Meximieux.
The last cycle day cleverly links the parks and lakes of Greater Lyon, including Le Grand Large and Miribel-Jonage. You travel on remote paths through beautiful meadows and fields back to the river Rhône. Then enjoy the well-constructed cycle path into the centre of Lyon, along the Rhône’s confluence with the Saône.
The old part of town is part of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage and has numerous architectural highlights. Your options for the rest of the day in Lyon are endless, and why not enjoy your final evening in one of the countless exquisite restaurants?
After breakfast, your cycle tour along the Rhone Cycle Path comes to an end in Lyon. We recommend the connecting tour from Lyon to Orange. Individual return journey.
Arrival: Geneva
Departure: Lyon
Nearest arrival airport(s): Geneva
Nearest departure airport(s): Lyon
We also recommend travelling by train to all of our cycling holiday starting and departure points. We can help you plan your journey to Geneva by rail. Car parking is available on all tours at the first hotel or a nearby public parking location. Full details are available on request.
Please do not book travel until an official invoice confirms the cycling holiday.
Route overview
Starting point: Geneva
End point: Lyon
Total cycling distance: Approx. 265 km
Difficulty: Moderate
On day 1 and day 3, there are a few longer ascents to be tackled. On all other stages, the terrain is nearly flat throughout and easy to cycle on. Except for a few interruptions, the Rhône Cycle Path is well constructed and it is a perfect example for signposting and routing.
Bike hire options
This cycling holiday benefits from high-quality bike hire options that have been carefully selected for the tour. Each well-maintained bike has modern V-brakes, aluminium wheels and puncture-proof tyres based around a Velo-de-Ville frame. Dynamo lights, small panniers, repair accessories, a handlebar bag and a comfortable saddle ensure that you have everything you need for an enjoyable cycle tour. Rental bike insurance is included in every booking.
Standard Unisex Bike 21/24-gears
Sizes: S / M / L
Rental Bike PLUS 30-gears
Rental Bike PLUS is designed for a slightly sportier sitting position and finely tuned Shimano Deore XT gears offer excellent riding flexibility. The Velo de Ville aluminium frame has a high-quality Suntour suspension fork, Shimano disc brakes and 28″ puncture-proof tyres.
Sizes: S / M / L
Unisex Electric Bike
The Velo de Ville electric bikes available on this tour assist up to 25 km/h whilst pedalling. The Bosch pedalec motor is in the bottom bracket of the frame and the detachable batteries last for approximately 120 km. Each bike has an illuminated LCD and 8-speed Shimano Nexus internal hub gears. They weigh 23 kg and have a freewheel brake. Only limited numbers are available.
Sizes: S / M / L
What’s included
- Accommodation in 2*, 3* and 4* hotels (French classification)
- Breakfast buffet
- Welcome briefing
- Luggage transfers
- Detailed travel documents (Includes route maps, route description, local attractions and important telephone numbers)
- GPX files are available
- Rental bike insurance
- Service Hotline (Local support number)
Not included
- Travel to/from the start and finish (Flights/Trains)
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets (Please bring your own cycle helmet with you)
- Water bottles
- Travel insurance
- Bike hire (Rental bike insurance included)
- Bike insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
- SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: £379 PER PERSON
- EXTRA NIGHT(S) – Geneva: £149 PER PERSON PER NIGHT INC. BREAKFAST
- EXTRA NIGHT(S) – Lyon: £99 PER PERSON PER NIGHT INC. BREAKFAST
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2026/27 cycling holidays
All prices shown are per person, sharing a double/twin room and exclude flights/bike hire.
Special Offer: £70 per person off all September AND ocTOBER prices!
Contact us for more information, a price match, or call 017687 71700. Offer valid on new bookings only and until the 31st August 2026.
NEW FOR 2027
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