Lyon and the Alps: Places to Explore
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Valence
Valence, the Drôme département capital, has plenty of dreary industrial-district streets—with one that is home to the world-famous Pic hotel and restaurant.
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Travel Deals in Lyon and the Alps
- May deal: Axotel Perrache Fr $90+/Nt Save with Expedia, $14/night less
- Park & Suites Confort Lyon Vaise in May: $112 & Up Expedia
- Sail to Lyon with Uniworld Boutique Cruises, 7 Nts Fr $3,089 Expedia
- Save at 4-Star Hilton Lyon: $264 & Up in May — $264 Expedia
- Small budget: Stay in Lyon this May Fr $123+/Nt — $123 Expedia


