Why choose this Lyon tour ?
Brouilly, Morgon, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Moulin-a-Vent, Juliénas, etc. Welcome to the Northern Beaujolais Region where the elite Gamay wines called “crus” are produced! Along this wine tour, as you drive through charming towns with beautiful castles, let us introduce you to some of the most renowned Beaujolais wines at a small family winery & in the magnificent cellar of a Chateau Estate:
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What makes Beaujolais Crus Wines & Castles (9:00 am – 1:30 pm) – Small Group Tour from Lyon a unique experience ?
At 8:50 am, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme building located on Bellecour Square (50 m opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a short walk, participants will get on the 8 seaters minivan to begin the excursion.
After a transfer about 40 minutes, start the journey travelling on the beautiful Beaujolais “Route des Vins” and with your guide learn about the “terroir” (french philosphy for wine) and the different characteristics of the Beaujolais “crus” wines appellations.
Stop at “Moulin-à-Vent” Crus, represended by its emblematic windmill from the 15th century surrounded by vineyards. In this area of Beaujolais, vines grow on granit soils with veins of Manganese which gives more tannic and deeper wines.
Push the door of a chateau Wine Estate and enter a magnificent cellar full of oak barrels. In this amazing cellar setting, wine-taste several crus wines and with your connoisseur talk about their characteristics, balance and complexity: Morgon, Fleurie, Chenas, etc. wines.
Climb to La Madone Chapel in Fleurie and enjoy a breathtaking panaroma of the Beaujolais wine region: on clear days, you may have the chance to see the Alps and the Mount Blanc!
Travel again on the wine road to reach a small family winery Estate of several generations.
Meet a passionate wine-maker, learn the different steps of the unique wine making process of Beaujolais called “semi-carbonic” maceration and finally go to wine-tasting room called “caveau”.
Conclude the intense morning wine tour with a second wine-tasting of several crus wines in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
At 1:30 pm, we will drop you off in Lyon Bellecour Square.
End of an unforgettable wine!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Beaujolais Crus Wines & Castles (9:00 am – 1:30 pm) – Small Group Tour from Lyon
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Included with Your Ticket
- Wine tasting included (9/10 wines)
- Guiding in English and French language.
- Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
- High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by KANPAI TOURISME.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Personalised Tour of 8 guests maximum from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm.
Wine-tasting and visits included. Comfortable minibus with air-conditioning.
Walking shoes & warm jacket recommended. Guided tour in English & French.
Tour departure is from the building of Lyon Office de Tourisme located on Bellecour Square (50 metres in front of Le Royal Hotel). Customers must join the Meeting Point 10 minutes before tour departure that is at 8:50 am.
To access Bellecour Square, you can take Metro Line A or D – Station Place Bellecour or a Bus.
In case you are late and you won’t be on time at the Meeting Point for departure, please contact as soon as possible Kanpai at +33 (0)6 84 52 14 99.