Avignon & Wine Tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

From $260

Sip legendary Rhône wines and roam the storied lanes of Avignon and Châteauneuf du Pape.

Travel from Marseille into Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where medieval popes shaped a winemaking legacy still tasted today. Tour the Bouachon Pavillon and sample three wines with Provençal ganache before heading to the hilltop castle for sweeping Rhône views. Continue to Avignon for a guided walk through its riverside ramparts and the immense Palace of the Popes, ending with time to explore at your own pace.

Energy Level

Duration

8 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Sustainable Tours

This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.

Shore Thing Highlights

Wander castle ruins in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Spend time on the grounds of a winery featuring vibrant vintage blends
Discover Avignon with a walking tour for a bit of history of this charming city
Enjoy free time in Avignon to shop, explore, and practice your French while grabbing lunch in a local eatery

Need to know

Approximately 1-hour and 15-minute drive from Marseille to Chateauneuf du Pape
Approximately 30-minute drive to Avignon
Approximately 1-hour walking tour of Avignon
Approximately 2-hours of free time in Avignon
Lunch is not included — take advantage of the free time to taste the local cuisine
The order of sights visited may vary
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
This Shore Things involves walking over uneven and/or steep surfaces
Includes 3 wine tastings & 2 ganaches in Chateauneuf-du-Pape

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Avignon & Wine Tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Sip legendary Rhône wines and roam the storied lanes of Avignon and Châteauneuf du Pape.

Shore Thing Highlights

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Experience shores the Virgin way

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