Du Rhone

See top Marseille attractions including Palais du Pharo (Napoleon’s Palace) and Notre-Dame de la Garde from an electric bike as your local guide shares the long and colorful history of one of Europe’s oldest cities. Explore hidden areas most tourists don’t know about, see picturesque ports, and marvel at sublime views of the Mediterranean Sea. Riding an electric bike allows you, your family and your friends to cover plenty of ground without getting tired, so you can see the best of this dynamic coastal town with ease. This small-group tour is limited to eight people for a more intimate experience.

This afternoon trip will be dedicated to the famous vineyard of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The ruins of the Pope's formal summer residence dominate the typical medieval village. The 13 varieties of grapes combined with the various soils create a large palette of complex red wines and elegant white wines. Enjoy two wine-tastings in two of the numerous cellars of the village before going back to Avignon.

Do you like Syrah and Viognier grapes ? Come along with us and enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the fruity and silky taste of Syrah grape of the Northern Cotes du Rhone in their original terroir.

Marvel at magnificent medieval architecture on this walking tour of Avignon, including the Pope’s Palace. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed city of Avignon, home to the Papacy and seat of western Christianity in the 14th century. Follow your guide along the historical city walls for breathtaking views over the Rhône River. Beat the queues and enjoy swift access to the chambers and chapels of the Pope’s Palace. Admire 19th-century architecture in the beautiful Place de l’Horloge and finish with a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine.

Journey to Saint Remy de Provence for a walk in the city center. Les Baux de Provence, village located upon a rock at 245 meters high, with its historical pedestrian center : the museum of santons, the Hôtel des Porcelets, beautiful house of the 16th century, the St Vincent Church, pretty romanesque building… Visit of the famous site of the Pont du Gard dated from the first century and classified by UNESCO, the most amazing and well preserved part of the Roman acqueduct which supplied water to Nîmes.

Travel deep into the Rhône Valley and explore the region’s rich winemaking heritage on this wine-tasting day trip from Avignon. Stop at wineries which produce red and white wines including the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Learn how grape varieties including Grenache, Cinsault and Counoise flourish in the fertile soils. Follow your guide through the cellars and sample the wine during tasting sessions.  Take in panoramic views over the Rhône Valley and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Avignon and the Palais des Papes & the winemakers of Châteauneuf du Pape, discover what connects them from the 14th century to modern times. Avignon for 70 odd years of the early 1300s was centre of the Catholic world. The skyline a magnificent urban landscape, that includes the Pont Saint Bénezet, Ramparts, Petit Palais, Cathedral & walls of the Popes’ Palace flanked by four mighty towers. Start with a visit to the Palais before a short drive to the wine country. Châteauneuf du Pape is at the heart of a region full of history, culture and joie de vivre. A unique, magical place that appears on the hill like an island rising out of a sea of vines. At the summit the vestiges of the ruined château by the popes in the 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. In the afternoon visit two different vineyards – first Château Fortia & Château la Gardine Introducing you to the iconic wines where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, with wine tasting.

Meet your guide at the tourism office, Place Bellecour central Lyon and get aboard his minivan for a wonderful day in the Côtes du Rhône world. The northern part of the Rhône valley is reputed for its exceptional wines, several of them being classed amongst the finest in France. On this intimate tour we will give both winemaker and you the wine taster the opportunity to meet up and share a few words about terroir. You will taste the best wines of the region and see beautiful vine landscapes ! PS : the itinerary may change according to winemakers availabilities

Enjoy four wines tastings of the main AOC Côtes du Rhône made in Provence visiting four famous domains or châteaux, with the help of our wine specialist. Your day alternates from wine tasting in traditional wineries and visit of the villages. Stop among the vines, walk through the streets of hilltop villages and enjoy the super panoramic views of vineyards. The lunch is included in a perfect place, around vineries!

Choose a morning or afternoon tour to taste some of the best "Crus" from the Côtes du Rhône wine region in Provence. Visit 2 different wineries in Châteauneuf du Pape, Séguret and Gigondas or Vacqueyras or Beaume-de-Venise and taste some of the different wine varieties before ending your tour in Avignon.

Early morning trip because you have a flight or not an early riser? Don't want to be stick with a group? Take this self-guided tour to Chamonix Mont Blanc. Take advantage of the multiple departure time to manage you timetable. Experience the roof of Europe on this half day trip to Chamonix and Mont Blanc in the French Alps tour from Chamonix Mont Blanc. You will depart to the mountain at 8h15, 10h30am or 12h30pm at the Geneva bus stop. As you you make your way up, you will see the beauty and serenity that have made the Alps so captivating. Once you arrive at the village of Chamonix, you will then have the opportunity to spend some free time in the picturesque village, take a breath of fresh air and stroll on the little streets full of charm on your own You also have the possibility to choose this trip with the cable car option or mountain cogwheel train.

Follow the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh, see Roman monuments and visit one of Provence’s best open-air markets on this action-packed day trip from Aix-en-Provence! First stop is St Rémy de Provence, for a market visit and a look at St Paul de Mausole (where Van Gogh stayed after cutting off his ear). Relax in the cliff-top village of Les Baux de Provence, and then discover the UNESCO-listed town of Arles. Learn about Van Gogh’s life in town, while seeing Roman ruins like Arles Amphitheatre!

Taste the red wines and white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the oldest French appellation (created in 1936), but also the iconic appellation of the southern Côtes-du-Rhône. The tour will take you to 2 domains located in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation area, known to be among the oldest and/or most renowned of the appellation. The particularity of Châteauneuf du Pape wines is also found in its diversity. Although the King blend remains the GSM (Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre), French regulations allow the Châteauneuf du Pape appellation to produce the blend or mono-variety they wish, as long as the varieties used are included in the list of 13 varieties allowed in Châteauneuf du Pape. If you are interested in the wines of the region, and not just the Châteauneuf du Pape, book my other tour instead: https://www.viator.com/en-FR/tours/Avignon/Wine-Route-One-Day-Tour/d483-391931P4

Hop into a vintage sidecar and set off from Aix-en-Provence for a charming 1-hour escape through the countryside that inspired Paul Cézanne. Following the only road in France classified as a historical monument — the famous Route Cézanne — this ride will take you from the heart of the city to the picturesque village of Le Tholonet. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the iconic Sainte-Victoire mountain, so dear to Cézanne’s heart. This scenic journey includes photo stops to capture the peaceful landscapes and unforgettable memories. A unique and relaxed experience, perfect to soak in the beauty of Provence in an offbeat way.

Enjoy this shared shore excursion from Marseille port to discover the town of Avignon and the wine of Chateauneuf du Pape. Leave Marseille seaport with your tour guide and drive to the city of the Popes : Avignon. Picture the Pont Saint Bénézet, which use to cross the Rhône river. Walking around the city center, you will see the best preserved Gothic palace in Europe : the Popes Palace (entrance not included). End your day with a wine-tasting in one of the winery of Chateauneuf du Pape. Free time for lunch on your own during the day.

On the tour, you will discover the wine of the northern Rhône valley and enjoy some great wine tastings with Syrah and Viognier-based appellations. -10:00 visit and tasting at the first winery. In this family run winery , we will appreciate the view of the steep hillside where Syrah and Viognier grapes produce the great Cote Rôtie and Condrieu wines. -11:30 visit at the second family run winery where after a short tour of production facility and aging cellar, we will enjoy the tasting of numerous AOC wines and analyse the nuances coming from their growing place that we French call Terroir. – 13:00 lunch in a restaurant where local dishes will be served. You will try some flavorful food paired with wines if you wish to. -14:30 visit of the last winery of the tour. In one of the oldest winery of the area, we will conclude this tour with more wines paired with a plate of cheese. We will appreciate a superb trio of Saint Joseph and a beautiful Côte Rôtie for a delightful final

Châteauneuf du Pape intensive vineyard & fine wine experience, the best of the Rhône valley wines and history & origin of the appellation. If your a lover of fine wines & want to experience a special day visiting some of the best vineyards of Châteauneuf du Pape, including Château Fortia who's history dates back to the 17th century and in the 19th century under the ownership of Baron Le Roy, created France's first AOC – world standard for wine. Time for lunch in a restaurant in the village. It's the heart of a region rich in history & joie de vivre. At the summit stands the ruined château built by the popes in 14th century. During the afternoon a visit to two very different vineyards – a winemaker with a 8ha vineyard & second a family estate owned by six generations of wine makers. This is an immersive experience that takes you beyond just wine tasting. An exceptional day out with a few surprises along the way. On the way back a stop-off to visit a local artisan chocolate maker.

Carved on the rock by generations of wine-makers along the Rhone River, the Northern Cotes du Rhone Valley provides a striking spectacle with the vertigo-inducing vineyards of Cote Rotie & Condrieu. Discover the Côtes du Rhone Region through 3 wineries and taste the almost absolute perfection of Syrah and Viognier varietals in their "birthplace":

This small group tour is perfect for those who want to have a nice overview of the famous and historic Chateauneuf du Pape wine region. On this full-day journey, drive through stunning landscapes surrounding the Rhône Valley, discover 2 carefully selected wineries and taste delicious local wines. The tour is led by an English speaking local guide, expert in Provence wines.

Discover the city center of Lyon during this 1 hour ride to Segway. Follow your guide through an urban route between the Rhône river and the downtown. This experience, easy and fun, is both an opportunity to learn to ride the Segway and visit the essentials of Lyon.