Travel and transport agencies Rhônes-Alpes

Less than 3 hours from Paris and 1 hour from Lyon, the Bellegarde-sur-Valserine TGV station is located on the Paris-Geneva line, whose Nantua-Bellegarde section, dubbed the "Carpathian Line" for its magnificent panorama of the Nantua gorge, was renovated in 2011 to reduce the 47 km line and bring the total journey time to 3 hours 05 only. Bellegarde is a good point of access to the winter stations of Haute-Savoie and Ain: from there, TER and bus take you directly to the Mont Blanc massif.

Accessible 7 days a week and 24 hours a day, VéliVert is an organization that allows you to borrow a bike from one station and return it to another. It is thus possible to pedal freely for 20 minutes, the time of a day's ride or more depending on the subscription chosen. Think of the smartphone application which is very functional. Vélivert also offers "long term bikes", in other words electrically assisted bikes that you can keep at home for a given period of time. So come and enjoy the benefits of cycling.

STAS brings together all the urban transport means of the metropolis and its suburbs. The streetcar has been running continuously since it was installed over 130 years ago. The fifth generation of streetcars offers modern services: screens, wifi, more space and comfort! There are 51 municipalities served, on 78 lines, with the following vehicles: buses, streetcars, trolleybuses and the Handi'Stas service for people with reduced mobility, Noctambus for the night service and ProxiStas for the transport service on reservation.

Founded in 1864, the renowned Compagnie des Guides de Saint-Gervais et des Contamines welcomes 80 guides and leaders, professionals of the high and medium mountains. A wide range of activities: skiing, tour of Mont-Blanc, glacier raids, heli-skiing, mountaineering, climbing, via ferrata,... or hikes over several days on the highest summits in France and abroad. Enough to satisfy more than one enthusiast! Discover the folkloric Fête des Guides on the^1st Sunday of August.

Annecy Mont-Blanc airport is located in Metz-Tessy, just a 15-minute drive from the city center, with free parking for 250 vehicles. Ideally located for leisure and business aviation, Annecy Mont-Blanc airport is a gateway to the Alps, with helicopter transfers to the ski resorts. You'll also have access to a quality restaurant, l'Envol, which also offers fast food if you're in a hurry.

In the grandiose setting of the Vercors, the best activity, in our opinion, is hiking, discovering the region by all "natural" means, on foot, on snowshoes or by bike. In this part of the world, the Holy Grail is the GTV, the Grande Traversée du Vercors. For thrill-seekers, there's also climbing, caving and canyoning, all of which our instructors specialize in. New adventures for parents and children alike.

Move, live your dreams with Takamaka guides! For 28 years, they have been accompanying us on land and under the ground, on water and in water, in the air and everywhere else! All the outdoor and adventure activities that can be practiced in Haute-Savoie, and elsewhere, can be found here. You come with your desires, you leave with solutions and a smile! All nature sports around Annecy on water, snow and air. Safety, competent and smiling guides, nothing is missing to live our adventure on all grounds and in any season.

Discover all mountain activities, summer and winter alike, in complete safety. All graduates of the École nationale de ski et d'alpinisme in Chamonix, the Les Carroz office's mountain guides offer mountaineering (transalpine massifs), off-piste skiing, ski touring, heliskiing and more. In their company, you can also experience via ferrata, ice climbing, hiking, canyoning, caving and fat biking (mountain biking on snow). Great sensations to discover.

One brand and two ideally-located addresses offering equipment for both road and trail riding. A wide choice of bikes for every situation. For families, you can rent an E-Cargo Family VAE. Quality equipment from leading brands for more technical bikes like mountain bikes, VTCs and the essential VAEs. Helmet, anti-theft device, anti-puncture spray, baby seat at no extra charge. Our rental staff are all technicians with a passion for cycling. Serious addresses for great days out.

Founded in 1821 as the world's first company of mountain guides, the company is world-renowned for its 160 mountain guides and 60 mountain leaders. These pioneering guides supervise hikes, ski tours and climbs of mythical peaks, and organize preparatory courses for ascents of Mont Blanc, as well as paragliding, heli-skiing, canyoning... Don't miss the Fête des Guides, held every summer around August 15.

Discover the Giffre Mountains with a local guide, Yannick, who knows the area like the back of his hand! The program includes hiking, roller skiing, mountain biking and even multi-activity courses! Get back into shape in the heart of the mountains, with walking, fitness, yoga... In winter, try downhill or Nordic skiing with Noémie. You can even try biathlon with these two former members of the French national team.

To have a high-end vehicle with driver Les Etablissements Bénier are the reference in the region. In a professional or private setting, you can trust these providers who will make every effort to carry out the journeys you wish (transfer, airport, seminar, business meals, hotel…). During a wedding, a birthday, during a ceremony or a VIP evening, this company will offer you exceptional vehicles with all the options and amenities (interior leather, air conditioning, internet access…). Between the sedan, limousine or mpv categories, you will choose the vehicle and the brand that suits you. In addition, experienced drivers will accompany you in all these trips. They are perfectly bilingual, knowing the region and having a large discount, and will avoid all the constraints of travel and will become a preferred interlocutor if necessary. Last novelty, the Bénier Establishments opened a consulting department. An inevitable address for your most remarkable events!

Twintour offers motorcycle tours to more than 50 destinations on the world's greatest roads. This Harley travel specialist is one of the few agencies to organize "Free Ride" packages that allow you to leave with your own motorcycle on many destinations in France but also in Europe: Sardinia, Sicily, Portugal, Balkans, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Greece, Balearic Islands, Ireland, Scotland, Turkey, etc. The road books are provided, the accommodation in half-board and the ferries reserved, you do the rest!

Orcada Voyages is a specialist in organized tours in motorhomes and caravans. The agency Orcada Voyages offers a 32-day motorhome tour from Greece to Turkey, including 3 days in Istanbul, to finally arrive in Italy. Aboard a motor home and equipped with a daily route planner, the traveller follows the itinerary and stops wherever he or she wishes to enjoy the beauty of the countryside. Overnight camping stays, guided tours, walks and other excursions are all booked in advance. An original way to travel!

For your holidays in Beaujolais, here is a guy from the smiling country to drive you to the country. Individually or in mini group (8 people maxi), let yourself drive for several hours to several days for a tour of Beaujolais, Mâconnais, Bresse, Dombes, Lyon… Programmed circuits, but also based on customer demand. This is how in peace, the visitor admiring landscapes, meets the wine growers, visits castles, museums, churches, discover the crafts and gastronomy of the region. Novelty: walking in limousine from 5 to 12 people. On reservation only.

Leaving, leaving… many national signs promise it and even on the Internet, but arrive, spend a good stay and return to the calm spirit, which can really propose it to us? Certainly Tureïa. First of all, we like the proximity of this regional agency which proposes, among other things, departures from Lyon. We greatly appreciate the smiling reception that takes us on holiday and the advice relevant to the choice of our destination among a wide choice with tour operators. Whether you want to go on a cruise in the tropics, in the «all inclusive» club or in the discovery of other civilizations, the ideal trip is made to measure with all the guarantees of success. Petit Smart, who knows about travel, never misses this address of trust.

It's time to travel differently. La Route des Voyages has long understood this. Responsible and socially responsible travel for a tour operator that has specialized for 30 years in far-flung destinations (the Americas, South Africa, Asia, Australia), but is also concerned with preserving the environment and links with local populations. Travel as an experience for families and friends, with tours designed to suit individual tastes by people who know the countries well. A must for finding your own travel route. This agency is currently relocating, and we'll be featuring its new address in our next issue.

A historic operator for travel from Annecy. A member of the Selectour network for 29 years, Bonlieu Voyages has been offering travel services for over 40 years - a record in a sector that has experienced several crises and is now recovering. At Bonlieu Voyages, our enthusiastic advisors can offer you à la carte trips, all-inclusive packages, honeymoons, wedding lists, exclusive tours by plane or coach from Annecy, cruises or simple train or plane tickets... The world opens up to you. All you have to do is ask, and you're on your way! Our highly professional staff will put together a program just for you.

Horseback riding and equestrian safaris, this is what this team of passionate riders offers.

Creator of motorcycle trips, Itinéraires Evasion is specialized in France but also in Europe. Whether you prefer roads with curves or panoramic roads, surprising landscapes await you on the detours of their itineraries! With the "freedom" formula, choose your dates and go alone, with two people or with friends with your motorcycle. With the "group" option, you can join a small group of bikers. A third option, "fixed date departures", allows you to share your trip with other bikers on predetermined dates.

ATMB (Mont Blanc Motorways and Tunnels) issue information on real-time traffic on their website.

Want to sunbathe in the Caribbean in February or trek in the mountains in the middle of summer? Club Med has the trip you need! The Saint-Etienne agency welcomes you all year long. It's the right place to get more details after browsing the Web, and to find the perfect trip, alone, with your partner or family. The Club Med agency opens up new horizons and lets you discover the diversity of the brand's offer with stays that go far beyond the image we know. A good opportunity to reconnect with travel.

A pioneer in ecotourism since 1996, this tour operator offers individual trips all over the world. These are immersion stays in nature and tradition preservation programs, helping to finance these local initiatives.

The Galeries Lafayette propose to leave over a hundred destinations and take care of the organization of the stay to leave your mind. A counselor is available to build with you on-line travel, depending on your desires and budget. 

See everything, do everything in Isère, it's possible with Itinisère. Powered on the Internet by the department, Itinisère is both a website and an easy-to-use application to optimize all your travel in Isère. Because we are all looking for the best way - the fastest, the most economical and the most responsible - to get around, Itinisère offers us multimodal solutions adapted to our journey, whether it is daily for work or exceptional to attend an event. Real-time traffic monitoring, itinerary indicators in Isère to save time and money, while respecting the environment. A site in motion to move better.

Perched at 2007 metres above sea level, the Courchevel altiport stands at the summit of Europe. In its early days, the runway, which was already over 350 metres long, was extended and widened. Today, it is almost 540 metres long and 40 metres wide, with a vertiginous gradient of up to 18.5%. This remarkable site not only houses a lookout tower, but also two chalets, hangars and a refuelling station, making it a true high-altitude refuge.

Their fleet of cabs includes sedans, minibuses, shuttles and cabs adapted for people with reduced mobility. They provide transport throughout the Lyon region, including the train stations (Part-Dieu, Perrache) and the airport (Saint Exupéry). They also offer specific services such as transport for companies, festive evenings, winter sports in the Alpine ski resorts, and transport for the sick, parcels, mail and flowers. Transport Rhône Alpes has offices in Lyon and Vénissieux.

Dreaming of a getaway? Faure Tourisme-Voyages Just in Saint-Étienne is ready to help you organize the trip of your dreams. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, our team of professionals welcomes you to the historic center of the city. JUST has been in business for 80 years and enjoys a fine reputation. Well-known for its ability to organize trips from your locality, by touring coach, all year round at very attractive rates. But we're not content to rest on our laurels when it comes to far-flung destinations.

Because the bicycle remains the softest and the most practical way to move in the region. We rent bikes of all sizes (mountain bikes, VTC, road bikes, tandems... and superb electric bikes for all terrains) but also rides, discovery tours and courses (downhill riding, biker...) supervised by instructors. An on-site workshop for repairs. A full range of leisure activities such as canyoning, climbing, accrobranche or hiking.

A specialist in hiking, trekking and raiding, Grand Angle offers all kinds of tours. The tour operator takes you on a cycling tour of Stockholm, its 14 islands and the surrounding area on the "Land of Nils Holgersson" itinerary. This offer includes a 7-day program, 5 of which are dedicated to cycling, with routes graded from easy to medium, passing through nature and villages, and always featuring lakes. All accommodations are three to four stars and include breakfast.

Specializing in walking and adventure travel, Tirawa offers a variety of tours ranging from discovery trips to sustained treks in more than 30 countries. The duration of stays ranges from 2 to 3 weeks. According to your tastes and desires, it is possible to elaborate tailor-made trips, with the help of the agency, among a choice of 28 destinations all around the world. For group trips, the limit is 12 people maximum. Tirawa distinguishes itself from other agencies by its willingness to offer a form of responsible tourism.

After having created tailor-made trips around the world on the Internet, Marco Vasco opened his very first agency in Lyon. An innovative agency in the image of these explorers - Marco Vasco is a clever mix of Marco Polo and Vasco de Gama... - who do nothing like the others. The journey begins before entering the agency thanks to the travel films projected on the multimedia windows. Inside, the journey continues with a giant interactive media wall, digital tablets, but also games to find your destination, make your journey while enjoying coffees and teas from around the world. All that's left to do is to make your dreams come true with personalized advice. Immediate boarding at Marco Vasco.

This cab company, with more than 300 craftsmen at our service 24/7 since 1965, handles all types of orders: airport shuttles, seminars, prestige services, group transportation, handicapped access, transport of children or important parcels. It is the largest cab center in Lyon, with a wide range of vehicles. The company has set up an iPhone and Android application for easy ordering of cabs.

It is impossible to talk about Lyon without mentioning its waterways, which are used by barges and pleasure boaters alike. The Voies Navigables de France manages, operates and develops the largest European network of navigable waterways, consisting of 6,700 km of canals and rivers, more than 4,000 engineering structures and 40,000 ha of public domain along the waterway. Between the Rhône and the Saône, VNF does not fail to inform the numerous pleasure boaters and sportsmen, in particular rowers, of the conditions for using the waterways.

Since January 15, 2024, Onlymoov has become the Mobility Agency online. This new site allows you to optimize all your journeys by giving you access to all our mobility services: the Low Emission Zone, Agence des Mobilités operations near you, progress of work on the various tramway lines, real-time information on vehicle disruptions, monthly news for all types of travel, etc. All real-time and forecast information, personalized itineraries combining several modes of transport... Available on smartphone, tablet and computer.

Give up the steering wheel for the handlebars. Take the time to explore the back roads of the Drôme on a motorized two-wheeler. Dolce vita or seventies? Take the time for a vintage tour with a scooter equipped with a trailer or a mob' 103 Peugeot 50 CC. For a real retro roadtrip , you can also hire a complete camping kit. And for a quiet ride, choose the electric version of your scooter. If camping isn't your thing, you can sleep in a gypsy caravan.

At any time, carpooling is the solution to reduce the number of cars, to save money, to go faster to work by using the dedicated lanes on M6 and M7... For many good reasons, I practice carpooling by using the website: https: //encovoit-grandlyon.com. On this website, I can form a regular crew for my daily trips to work or school. For exceptional occasions, the application geolocates you and quickly puts you in contact with a passenger and a driver. There are also Covoit'Minute stops to practice a modern "stop". Encovoit-grandlyon, the solution to better travel together.

Van and van conversions are the latest trend for a weekend in the Alps or a surfing holiday on the Basque coast. Created 13 years ago by two buddies with a passion for sports and nature, this black sheep offers the chance to rent - and buy with great bargains - recent vehicles for a dream road trip. In these high-quality vans, you'll find all the comforts you need to live, sleep and, of course, drive, with itineraries tailored to your desires. With ID.Buzz, you can even take to the road electrically. Just one word of advice: book in advance, because vans are coveted. The best idea for a trip with family or friends.

Tasty Lyon is an accredited tourism service provider for passenger transportation that offers you, in comfortable 8-seater minivans, to discover all the treasures of the region through guided tours. Shared tours (dates programmed in advance from Lyon, Villefranche-sur-Saône and the Beaujolais Vert) or customized private tours. Thematic tours to explore the wine and gastronomic heritage, with tastings on the program, or the particularly rich cultural and architectural heritage.

The vineyards around Lyon can seem an impenetrable world to which you don't understand much. Trust a local professional, Vincent Pontet, who is passionate about wines and his region - especially Condrieu, with a tasting room, and Côtes-Rôties - who will guide you in small groups to discover the wines of the region. Wines from small producers who do not normally welcome the public, food and wine associations for a unique experience to share. Also wine bar in Condrieu: Les Enfants du Rhône.

In the days of the national roads 6 and 7, tourists enjoyed travelling through this gourmet territory that runs from Dijon to Marseille, passing naturally through and around Lyon, the Mecca of French gastronomy. A gourmet journey that has been revived with the creation of the Vallée de la Gastronomie - ^France®, a tourism project that continues to develop. Restaurants, wineries, producers, places to visit, walks, experiences: many possibilities to explore our region from Burgundy to Provence.

The Maison de la Réserve is a place where you can find out more about the treasures of the Gorges de la Loire Regional Nature Reserve. The house offers exhibitions, conferences, hikes, activities... For young and old alike. The enthusiastic staff will answer all your questions about the reserve. There's also a store selling local food, games and books.

La Route des Voyages is a dynamic and enthusiastic team with a real knowledge of the field with nearly 30 years of travel around the world (it all started in Lyon in 1994!). All trips are tailor-made, according to your inspiration, the number of participants and their interests. Under the supervision of a project coordinator, the agency will make you discover many unusual or more classic destinations with wonderful "destination managers". Kindness and patience are the order of the day.

Julie, the founder of Chouette Journey, came up with a great concept: travel around the world while staying in your own city! The result: a journey through different cultures. Handicrafts, cooking, calligraphy, tea ceremonies, world dance, live different experiences with local professionals from foreign cultures, with whom we forge special bonds. We love the idea and the subscription option, which allows you to discover a new stopover each month, in Annecy or the surrounding area. It's a great way to share and a 100% local trip!

Enter another world of Savoie Mont-Blanc with 1786.Travel! Our mission? To open your eyes to the mountain's hidden treasures, far beyond the winter ski slopes. Supported by a passionate team, we take you on tailor-made adventures, far from the conventional tourist trails. Here, the possibilities are endless: unusual stays in Chamonix, escapades in the heart of Savoyard vineyards, eco-responsible explorations around Lake Annecy... Let yourself be seduced by our suggestions and set off to discover a whole new world!

This human-sized travel agency offers original and customized tours in Greece and the Cyclades. Thanks to the advice of our destination specialists, you will be able to leave in complete serenity in this country with Mediterranean flavors. Travel at your own pace (car rental, private excursions...) and try out original experiences (cooking classes, thematic tours, agritourism...). Our experts will guide you to prepare the trip that suits you best.

The store has two locations, near Bonlieu and just outside the old town. The extensive stock means you can rent your favorite type of bike for the flagship tour of the lake. Electric bike rentals are recommended for beginners, and VTC bikes are suitable for all. The company even rents road bikes, which enable you to tackle the region's mountain passes. In addition to rentals, you can test and buy all types of bikes, from cargo bikes to folding bikes, from the friendly, professional team.

Annécienne de Taxis et Transports is an independent cab company based in Annecy for over 15 years. It has 4 experienced drivers and top-of-the-range vehicles, including a comfortable and spacious 4x4, two versatile station wagons and a large luxury Mercedes van for up to 7 people. Annécienne de Taxis et Transports is there to meet your needs, whether for your daily commute or transfers to airports, train stations, ski resorts or hospitals. The agency's experienced drivers ensure your safety and respect the rules of the road. What's more, the agency is CPAM-accredited and provides transport for seated patients to the major hospitals in Lyon and Grenoble, as well as to rehabilitation centers.