Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Private Tasting Tour From Marseille
Description
Embark on an exclusive wine-tasting journey with our expertly curated itinerary and seasoned English-speaking driver. Explore two exceptional Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine domains, immersing yourself in the captivating world of winemaking. Alongside, stroll through the historic city of Avignon, uncovering iconic landmarks like the Pope’s Palace. In Avignon, delve into its rich history with visits to the 14th-century Pope's Palace and the renowned Pont d'Avignon. Then, venture to the enchanting medieval village of Chateauneuf Du Pape for a delightful lunch paired with exceptional wines, set against breathtaking scenery. Discover renowned vineyards like Les Caves St Charles, Château La Nerthe, or Domaine de Beaurenard, where tradition and modern winemaking converge for unique tastings. Our tours are guided by knowledgeable drivers who provide panoramic tours, share local insights, and offer historical context, ensuring a truly enriching experience.
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Itinerary
Explore the essence of Provence's wine culture on this exclusive full-day tour from Marseille. Departing from Marseille, you'll embark on a luxurious journey with a private chauffeur, beginning with the historic city of Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire iconic landmarks like the Notre-Dame des Doms cathedral and the Saint-Bénezet bridge before indulging in leisure time for lunch and exploration.
Next, venture into the renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine region, where medieval charm meets exceptional wine. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch arranged by Our Driver before delving into select vineyards such as Les Caves Saint Charles, where you'll taste exceptional local wines guided by the passionate vintner, Guy.
Experience the timeless allure of Château La Nerthe, steeped in history dating back to the 12th century, followed by a visit to Domaine de Beaurenard, led by the 7th generation vine growers, Daniel and Frederic Coulon. Immerse yourself in their legacy of tradition and innovation as you savor the exquisite flavors of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rasteau, and Côtes-du-Rhône wines. Conclude your wine odyssey with a seamless return to your Marseille accommodation, accompanied by your knowledgeable English-speaking driver
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
For hotel or accommodation pick-ups: Please rendez vous with your chauffeur at the lobby or main entrance. A complimentary 20-minute waiting period is included for your convenience. For cruise port pick-ups: Your chauffeur will be awaiting your arrival directly at the pier of your cruise ship. A 20-minute grace period is provided to accommodate any unexpected delays.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(25)
This tour is fantastic, I highly recommend it. The tour of the Pope's Palace is wonderful and the countryside is beautiful. The drive up to the vineyards is splendid and the wine tours and tastings are very nice and informative. Our tour guide picked us up at the hotel and gave us details about the region the entire trip.
5 Our trip was fantastic. From the pickup at the hotel, Avignon Popes palace tour, wine tour and tastings and lunch. Our guide was well informed on all the regions of France and very friendly. We highly recommend this tour.
Emil was amazing. He knows everything about the area and took us to 2 tasting with unbelievable wines. Don’t miss this tour. I sent many bottles back to US. A highlight of our trip.
This was a great trip around Marseille! Our guide Matthieu was ver knowledgeable and took us to many great places in Marseille. The town has a ton of elevation to it and private transportation is a must. We definitely recommend when you are in Marseille!
Emil was the consulate professional in every sense. He touched base with us a day ahead of time and arrived at the pickup point 30 minutes early with a notification. That in itself was comforting. Our Van Gogh adventure was so, so special with several lifetime bucket list checks. The hospital, sanitarium, and Cafe (What's left) were really touching to actually be there and "see through the eyes of the master." Emil was so knowledgeable of the artist and communities. We had great strolls through Arles, Saint- Remy-de-Provence, Les Baux-de-Provence, and visited the still existing Langlois Bridge. Emil knew just where to take us. We even had a wonderful lunch and visit to the Roman ruins of Glanum and lunch. We had a wonderful French Country lunch per his recommendation that was as special as the day. We will see him again, what a day.
Very nice day! Emil was a very good guide and driver! He had booked all the tasting and dining places in advance! Everything was exceptional!
Emil was a lovely host!!! We had a very short stay in the Port of Marseilles and he helped us make the most of it. He even arranged a last minute cassis wine tasting for us! We couldn’t have asked for a better day in port!!!
Emil was a fantastic guide that has great knowledge of French wines & the best vineyards. He selected 2 outstanding places to visit with wine tastings. Additionally, he reserved a delightful restaurant overlooking the vineyards where we enjoyed a breathtaking lunch. Lastly, he made a special stop to see the Abby amid the lavender fields. We are very grateful to Emil.
We had the best time! Emil was our guide and took us to many beautiful lavender fields. A once in a lifetime experience! We enjoyed everything and we were comfortable in the van even though it was extremely hot outside.
Our driver Emil was amazing! The van was immaculate, he was on time, well dressed, informative, and kept us on schedule. He took us to the best places and most of all he had a very good personality and was very fun. We would definitely request him again.
