Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour
Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour
Avignon once centre of the Catholic world, today a magnificent urban landscape, overlooking the river Rhône & the Saint Bénezet Bridge - the famous Pont d’Avignon. Start with a visit to the Palais then a visit to the unique fresh food market - Les Halles to sample Provençal life before a short drive to the wine country of Châteauneuf du Pape; at the heart of a region full of history, culture & joie de vivre. A unique village where at it's summit the vestiges of the ruined château – wall, tower & lower hall built by the popes in the 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon.
It was the popes who planted the town's first vineyards. In the afternoon visit two different vineyards - first a winemaker with 8ha vineyard based exclusively on the appellation & second a 43ha family estate owned by five generations of wine-producers. Introducing you to the iconic wines established in 1880's where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, with wine tasting too.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Place du Palais des Papes
Guided tour of the Palais - the largest gothic palace in Europe.
1 hourAvignon Les Halles
Uniquely Provençal market in the centre of Avignon - a morning visit to tempt you and introduce you to all the flavours of Provence.
45 minutesOffice de Tourisme de Chateauneuf-du-Pape
The afternoon is spent visiting two ancient vineyards in the Châteauneuf du Pape wine region, one of the oldest wine producing areas in France. Learn about the wines, the production and enjoy a degustation of the wine at each Château. In the morning fine food and the afternoon - the finest of French wine.
2 hoursIncluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Admission to the Palais des Papes - Avignon
- Alcoholic Beverages - Wine tasting at two Vineyards
- Entry/Admission - Office de Tourisme de Chateauneuf-du-Pape
- Entry/Admission - Avignon Les Halles
- Entry/Admission - Palais des Papes
Not Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.