Marseille: Avignon and Côtes du Rhône Wine Tasting Tour

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Explore Avignon, the Pope's Palace, and Avignon Bridge on a day trip from Marseille. Grab lunch at a local market, then travel a route through the southern part of Côtes du Rhône for wine tasting.

Highlights

  • Uncover the secrets of French wine and explore Avignon on a tour from Marseille
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Pope's Palace and Pont d'Avignon
  • Explore the charming old town of Avignon and learn about its medieval history
  • Sip on wine at the distinguished Chateauneuf du Pape vineyard in Provence
  • Enjoy a full day out of relaxed sightseeing and wine led by a friendly guide

Description

Discover Avignon and the Cotes du Rhone wine area on a day trip from Marseille. See medieval Pope's Palace and Pont d'Avignon while exploring the old town, shop for local produce at an indoor market, and taste wine at the famous Chateauneuf du Pape vineyard. Walk through the alleys of the old town of Avignon and hear about the city’s history from your guide. Visit the Palais des Papes, or Pope’s Palace, one of the largest gothic buildings in France. The UNESCO World Heritage Site was once home to popes during medieval times. During your Avignon tour see another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medieval Pont d'Avignon which still stands on the Rhone River. After your tour of Avignon’s old town, head towards Les Halles for lunch. This indoor market has a vertical garden, cafes, and numerous stalls selling local produce, meats, and cheeses.  Continue your tour to the prestigious Chateauneuf du Pape vineyard to experience a sensory journey. Visit a wine museum, Enjoy sweeping landscapes of hills and vineyards as you travel through the southern part of the Rhone Valley to different Côtes du Rhône AOPs, which may include Gigondas, Cairanne, Rasteau, and Vacqeyras... Wines have been produced in the Rhone Valley since back in Roman times, and the area is known particularly for its red wine.

Includes

Pick-up Guide/driver Transport Wine tastings (some could have extra charges) Winery visits (Full-day from 3 to 4 and Half-day from 1 to 3)

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