Gems of the Lower French Alps Tour
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30 September - 9 October 2026 (10 days) 4 places remaining
2-11 June 2027 (10 days) Details now available
Maximum 7 people per tour
Lower French Alps: Discover the Hidden Gems of Drôme with Jona Tours
Nestled between the Alps and Provence in southeast France, the Drôme is one of the country’s best-kept secrets — a region of wonderful food, characterful local wines, and beautifully varied landscapes. From rolling valleys and clear rivers to hilltop villages and fields of lavender, it offers a quieter, more authentic side of southern France.
This carefully designed journey takes you through the heart of the region, beginning with your arrival in Lyon and transfer to the Drôme. Along the way, you’ll explore historic towns such as Valence, Grignan and Die, wander through picturesque villages, and discover dramatic natural sites including the Ardèche Gorges and the Vercors mountains. There are opportunities to visit vineyards, meet local producers, enjoy regional specialities, and experience traditional events or festivals.
Throughout the tour, you’ll be accompanied by your expert guide David—who lives in the region and knows it exceptionally well. A natural storyteller, he brings its history, culture and landscapes to life, while also taking you to hidden places and lesser-known gems that most visitors never see.
Staying in welcoming guesthouses and enjoying local foods, this tour offers a relaxed and immersive way to experience the Drôme — rich in scenery, flavour and local character.
2026 TOUR PRICE
£3,350 Per person based on two people sharing a room
Single Occupancy - £3,720
2027 TOUR PRICE
£3,605 Per person based on two people sharing a room
Single Occupancy - £4,015
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
Transport, Accommodation and Meals:
—Flights from and to the UK
—Private transfers to and from Lyon airport
—Private minibus and personal driver/guide
—5 night en-suite accommodation at guesthouse
—4 nights at Hotel Le Carnot in Die with en-suite
—Full board: Lunch day 1 to Breakfast on Day 10 (Two course lunches or gourmet picnic with tea/ coffee, includes wine, beer or soft drink, 3 course dinners with tea/coffee, includes wine, beer or soft drink)
All excursions, visits and entrance fees:
—Crussol hill top Castle
—Old Bourdeaux
—Comps Church plus guided walk of Poet-Laval village, and Grignan
—Entrance to the Caverne du Pont d’Arc, Ardeche Canyon tour, Nougat artisan’s Montelimar
—Town of Crest and entrance to the Tower, Sanoflor Gardens, Gorge d’Ombleze
—Tour of Romans town, St Barnard’s Church, Shoe Museum, Hermitage Wine tasting, Valrhona Chocolate Factory with tasting
—Saillons Village guided walk, St Geraud and the Council Hall, Cave Raspail and Clairette tasting
—Guided walking tour of Die, Mosaic Chapel, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Valcroissant Abbey
—Roanne Vallery, Pennesle-Sec hamlet and Cistercian Abbey of Valcroissant
—Vercors Mountain, Vassieux Prehistoric Museum, Caves of Choranche, Comb Laval scenic drive
—Evening entertainment in Saillans or Die.
“I really enjoyed the trip, so much so, that I have just booked the higher Alps tour next year! Had a wonderful trip, with a wonderful guide. Enjoyed the accommodation, and the food was excellent, with good service. The holiday was without incident, and this is due to all the hard work and dedication of everyone concerned. Thank you once again for a wonderful holiday.”
“Your organisation is faultless, from the
information you provided before we left, to the day to day (almost hour to hour), adjustment to the itinerary as weather and time indicated. What was the high-light for us? Impossible to choose one, there were so many!”