French Alps Lakes & Valleys Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

French Alps Lakes & Valleys Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jul-Sep

Mountains & Alpine Culture from Annecy to Megève

Hike through glorious landscapes full of timbered valleys, dramatic peaks and idyllic meadows thick with wildflowers. Bike to storybook villages and pristine Lake Annecy. Discover a pleasing mélange of mountain culture and waterfront luxury. As we go from the Rhône River to the white peaks of Mont Blanc, keep your camera ready. This is alpine beauty at its finest. 

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Walk/Hike
Biking

Highlights

  • Traipse through romantic countryside in the Savoie and Haute-Savoie regions of France as you enjoy a variety of outdoor activities
  • Follow riverside bike paths along the picturesque Riviera of the Alps to Lac du Bourget and Aix-les-Bains 
  • Sample traditional Savoyard cuisine where cheese-centric dishes like fondue, raclette and tartiflette have been perfected by local mountain farmers
  • Ride the historic Mont Blanc Tramway and gaze at the impressive summit of Western Europe’s highest mountain
French Alps Lakes and Valleys Family Multi-Adventure Tour map

France

Start/EndGeneva, Switzerland

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Follow quiet paths along the ViaRhôna, an impressive 500-mile bike route that traces the Rhône River from Geneva to the beaches of Marseille • Lunch in the “Little Venice of Savoie" at a charming restaurant along the Savière Canal • Ferry across France's largest natural lake, Lac de Bourget • Hike through World Heritage sites in Massif de Bauges Regional Nature Park • At our picnic lunch, sample the local cheese, Tome de Bauges, with an earthy aroma and a sweet buttery flavor • Embark on an afternoon adventure through the forested slopes of Croix de Bergers • In Aix-les-Bains, a leading town of the belle epoque era, enjoy Modern French cuisine amid stylish architecture.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Hotel L'Incomparable
Tresserve
Premiere Hotel

With panoramic views of France's largest natural lake, Lac du Bourget, Hotel L'Incomparable offers elegant gastronomy, a luxury spa and warm hospitality in the heart of the Alpine Riviera. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 3-6

Description

Visit a traditional alpine farm and learn about the local cheesemaking process • Bike through the Northern Bauges Mountains before a peaceful descent to glittering Lac d'Annecy • Follow La Voie Verte (the green way) bike path, tracing well-paved routes around the waterways that feed into Lake Annecy • Savor panoramic views of the Aravis mountain range from our cozy retreat • Visit fashionable Megève, known for its fine dining, excellent shopping and 1,000-year-old church • From the historic Mont Blanc Tramway, hike out to the week’s most aerial views of glacial-carved valleys and majestic pine forests • Explore lush Col de Voza, a magnificent mountain landscape nestled between Switzerland and Megève • Our final mountain ascent showcases panoramic vistas of the Avaris Range, Mont Blanc and the peaks of Savoie.

Accommodations
L'Alpaga Hotel

(3 nights)

Nights 3-5

L'Alpaga Hotel
Megève
Premiere Hotel

This sublime alpine hotel with stunning views of the peaks of Mont Blanc features stylish chalets and cozy alpine décor. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

From $6,099 /person

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Hotel L'Incomparable
Tresserve

Premiere Hotel

With panoramic views of France's largest natural lake, Lac du Bourget, Hotel L'Incomparable offers elegant gastronomy, a luxury spa and warm hospitality in the heart of the Alpine Riviera. (pool, spa)

Nights 3-5

L'Alpaga Hotel
Megève

Premiere Hotel

This sublime alpine hotel with stunning views of the peaks of Mont Blanc features stylish chalets and cozy alpine décor. (pool, spa)

From $6,099 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Performance Road Bike
Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $6,099 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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