Lyon, France’s second largest city has a reputation for fantastic local cuisine, French gastronomy and great shopping – just what’s needed to give yourself a little luxury. For the culture vulture in you, Lyon is also a fascinating cultural and historic centre and one of just a few urban centres on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The lucky winner and a travel companion will enjoy a 4-night break at a 4* hotel in the beautiful historic town of Lyon including a private tour of Lyon by Citroen 2CV. Travelling there first class in complete comfort on a high-speed TGV on France’s modern rail network is a dream compared with flying. You will arrive at the Lyon Part Dieu station in the city centre within just 5-51/2 hours of departing the UK, relaxed and ready to explore this great city.
Your journey will start from London, Ebbsfleet or Ashford International station on board a Eurostar. You will travel first class with a meal at your seat and your choice of wine or champagne with lunch or dinner. Once in France you will connect with a high speed TGV – Europe’s fastest European train service - in either Lille or Paris to continue your smooth journey onto Lyon. Lille is a simple platform change and total journey times are around just 5 hours.
Also included in the prize is a 90-minute private tour of Lyon in your very own Citroen 2CV. Discover the city in a truly original and customised manner. Let your chauffeur and guide do the talking and point out the sights of interest, so you can take in scenes of some of the highlights including Place Bellecour, the Gallo-Roman theatres and Le Theatre des Celestins.
The prize includes: • First class train travel to Paris and onwards first class rail travel to Lyon • 4 nights accommodation in a 4* hotel in Lyon • A 90 minute private Lyon tour by Citroen 2CV • The prize is for 2 people
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What is the name of the fastest European train service?
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