Provence Small-Group Half-Day Cru Wine Tour from Avignon
by Time 4 Provence
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This small-group half-day tour departs from Avignon and lasts about five hours. Transportation is provided by an air-conditioned minivan with a driver who also serves as the guide. The tour visits the Provence wine region, focusing on the Cru vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône. The first stop is the village of Gigondas, where guests spend approximately 45 minutes. Gigondas, known in Roman times as Jucunditas, has a winemaking tradition that dates back over 2,000 years. The guide explains the local wine history and production methods during this visit. The tour then continues to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a renowned appellation famous for its AOC wines. Here, guests spend around two hours learning about the region’s varied soils, including large rolled pebbles and red clay, which contribute to the grapes’ full maturity. The guide discusses how local winemakers work to define and strengthen the appellation’s identity through different terroirs and grape varieties. Wine tastings and bottled water are included during the tour. The guide provides information on wine production and professional tasting techniques throughout the trip. Gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the minimum drinking age is 18 years. Minimum group sizes apply, and the tour may be canceled if requirements are not met, with alternatives or refunds offered in such cases.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
Gigondas
Gigondas is a village with a winemaking tradition dating back more than 2,000 years. Known in Roman times as Jucunditas, meaning ‘to give oneself up to joy,’ it remains dedicated to wine production. Visitors spend about 45 minutes here learning about its history and local wines.
45 min
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a renowned AOC wine region known internationally. Its varied soils include large rolled pebbles over red clay, which help grapes reach full maturity. Winemakers focus on reinforcing the appellation’s identity through local areas and grape variety diversity. The stop here lasts about two hours.
120 min
Meeting point
In front of the Tourist Office
End point
In front of the Tourist Office
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Provence Small-Group Half-Day Cru Wine Tour from Avignon
by Time 4 Provence
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€180Overview
This small-group half-day tour departs from Avignon and lasts about five hours. Transportation is provided by an air-conditioned minivan with a driver who also serves as the guide. The tour visits the Provence wine region, focusing on the Cru vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône. The first stop is the village of Gigondas, where guests spend approximately 45 minutes. Gigondas, known in Roman times as Jucunditas, has a winemaking tradition that dates back over 2,000 years. The guide explains the local wine history and production methods during this visit. The tour then continues to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a renowned appellation famous for its AOC wines. Here, guests spend around two hours learning about the region’s varied soils, including large rolled pebbles and red clay, which contribute to the grapes’ full maturity. The guide discusses how local winemakers work to define and strengthen the appellation’s identity through different terroirs and grape varieties. Wine tastings and bottled water are included during the tour. The guide provides information on wine production and professional tasting techniques throughout the trip. Gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the minimum drinking age is 18 years. Minimum group sizes apply, and the tour may be canceled if requirements are not met, with alternatives or refunds offered in such cases.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gigondas
Gigondas is a village with a winemaking tradition dating back more than 2,000 years. Known in Roman times as Jucunditas, meaning ‘to give oneself up to joy,’ it remains dedicated to wine production. Visitors spend about 45 minutes here learning about its history and local wines.
45 min
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a renowned AOC wine region known internationally. Its varied soils include large rolled pebbles over red clay, which help grapes reach full maturity. Winemakers focus on reinforcing the appellation’s identity through local areas and grape variety diversity. The stop here lasts about two hours.
120 min
Meeting point
In front of the Tourist Office
End point
In front of the Tourist Office
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.