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Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel

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Avignon, France
Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel
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While in Avignon, treat yourself to a private tour of Rhône Valley wine country! With a personal guide, wind through the lush Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region en route to two esteemed wine estates, where you’ll see traditional winemaking techniques and taste sumptuous wines from crisp rosés in Tavel to an array of world-class reds in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Finish with a historic tour of Avignon including famous sites like the Saint-Bénézet Bridge.
  • Private Provence wine tour from Avignon
  • Admire the picturesque Provencal landscapes blanketed in vineyards
  • Wine taste in the famous wine villages of Tavel and Chateauneuf-du-Pape
  • Sip rosé wines and red wines that were favored by French kings!
  • Choose a morning or afternoon tour
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Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach (max 8 passengers)
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Two wine tastings
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
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Your morning or afternoon wine tour begins with pickup from your Avignon hotel. Meet your private guide and relax as the comfortable mini-coach winds through the verdant Rhône Valley, a fertile and faceted wine region with many distinctive appellations. 

Admire the seemingly endless vineyards as you arrive in Tavel, where you’ll visit a local estate known for producing the region’s signature rosés, said to be the favorite of kings Philippe le Bel and Louis XIV and the Popes of Avignon. Sip on hand-selected wines while learning about the terroir (environmental characteristics) that distinguish Tavel’s prized wines. 

Next, continue to the world-famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, where the prestigious Appellation d'Origine Controlée (AOC) regulations were developed. While at the wine estate, you’ll learn about the standard for fine wine, stroll through facilities, and enjoy tasting several beautiful samples such as Grenache noir or Mourvèdre. By the end of the tour, you’ll better understand the rich ecology of the Rhône Valley and the elite art of viticulture in southern France.

Relax on the scenic ride back to Avignon for a tour of the city’s key attractions including the medieval city walls, Pont Saint-Bénézet, the Petit Palais and Notre-Dame-des-Doms Cathédral. 

Your 4-hour excursion concludes with drop-off at your hotel.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Tavel
Enjoy a wine tasting in one of the winery of Tavel, known for rosé wine.
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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Drive through the vineyards and stop in one of the winery of the village for a wine tasting.
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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Confirmation of this product will be received at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY Provence Reservation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the policy on sanitization during Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Private Rhone Valley Wine Tour from Avignon: Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel
Russell K
, Apr 2019
Pick up on time. We were 2 couples. The visit to Tavel winery with tastings was great. Nice explanation of the different types of grapes and soil. The staff at the vinery were friendly and gave good information. The visit to Chateauneuf-du-Pape however was a disaster. The vinery we visited was Domain de BEAURENARD. NO STAFF WAS THERE TO GREET US TO EXPLAIN THEIR OPERATIONS. but ONE PERSON to have us taste two types of vine instead of Three. The portion of vine was very little. They were more interested to sell and see us go out. I would not RECOMMEND THIS WINERY.
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Very knowledgeable tour guide! He...
brittanywinburn
, Jul 2017
Very knowledgeable tour guide! He knew a great deal about the area, history, wine, and everything else we inquired about. Misplaced his card though, and unfortunately we can't remember his name.
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Jeremy picked us up right on...
Frances S
, Jun 2015
Jeremy picked us up right on schedule and we toured the Rhone Valley on our way to Tavel and Chateauneuf du Pape. We had many questions and he answered them plus added local flavor about the area. We stopped for photos and even toured the town of Tavel since we were a bit early for the wine tasting. It was a very satisfying experience for all four of us! Thank you Jeremy and Viator.
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Julien was wonderful and we enjoyed...
Kevin S
, Aug 2014
Julien was wonderful and we enjoyed the tour so much! It was just my husband and I for the tour. The car was comfortable and air conditioned. We learned a lot and had fun at the same time. Wine was great and we got some dinner recommendations too! Highly recommend this tour.
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Fabulous tour! Audrey our tour guide...
Zeena B
, Aug 2014
Fabulous tour! Audrey our tour guide was amazing. We visited 3 vineyards in total and had a wonderful afternoon. Would book this tour again!
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Our trip was fun and informative! Our...
Janette K
, Sep 2013
Our trip was fun and informative! Our guide Ann was great!! She was professional and fun!
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Our guide, Julian, was very helpful...
Judith R
, Jul 2013
Our guide, Julian, was very helpful and knowledgeable. He was also adaptable as one place we were to visit was closed and he quickly substituted with an excellent replacement. As I had presumed, the vineyards were glorious despite the stiff mistral wind, and we tasted several wines and learned about them. The wine museum we visited was better than many such commercial ventures and had well written English captions to the exhibits.
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Caroline (our tour guide) picked us...
Robert M
, Apr 2013
Caroline (our tour guide) picked us up right on time. She provided excellent commentary on the beautiful countryside as we drove through on the way to our two winery stops. We had time for a couple brief stops along the way to look at scenery. She was very knowledgeable about the area and about the history of wine production in the region. She also spoke excellent English (and Italian. And Chinese.). She topped it off by finding the exact chocolate shop my wife visited 17 years ago. The Mercedes minibus was very comfortable and held the 8 of us nicely. If you like wine, this is the tour for you!
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Perfect combination of wine tasting...
Michael C
, Oct 2011
Perfect combination of wine tasting, local knowledge and history. Loved every minute of it. I would recommend this tour and our tour guide (Adelaine) to everyone.
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We visited Tavel and Chateauneuf du...
Hayley M
, May 2011
We visited Tavel and Chateauneuf du Pape with our very informative and friendly tour guide Virginie. We would recommend this tour.
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Davide often spoke in French to the...
Irene B
, Oct 2010
Davide often spoke in French to the people in the front of the van without the mike. Those in the rear could not hear or understand. The air conditioning did not work and when he was asked to turn it on he responded that maybe we had had too much wine...rude and unnecessary. He later apologized--but privately. The van was overcrowded and when I asked him what town we were going through he said it was not important, it was not on the tour and then returned to talking to the 2 ladies in the front. He was more polite the second day.
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What a fabulous tour, I could not have...
Molly L
, Jul 2010
What a fabulous tour, I could not have asked for a better time or a better tour guide!
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We had an absolutely great time thanks...
Victoria C
, Apr 2009
We had an absolutely great time thanks to our wonderful tour guide! Avignon is lovely and our visit to the wine region was fantastic.
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This is a straight wine tasting tour. I...
Kenneth Y
, Oct 2008
This is a straight wine tasting tour. I expected it was a winery tour that I'd have learned more about wine making, tasting, etc.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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What can we say? Maybe it was the great...
LUCILLE C
, Sep 2008
What can we say? Maybe it was the great guide, the chateaus, the wine...a great experience. What a way to spend an afternoon! We went to three tastings, and the folks were amazingly gracious. It really changed our view of the French wine industry. If you can spare the half day, do this! These are wine lovers, not just tour guides with a minivan. In fact, even the driver bought a few bottles for his collection. The countryside was spectacular, and not having to worry about driving was the icing on the cake.
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Aproveitamos muito as informações do...
taniasilvestrini
, May 2013
Aproveitamos muito as informações do profissional
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