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Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine tour

Avignon, France

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Overview

Duration

9h 30min

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

With your guide, discover the rich, historical centre of Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the panoramic view of the surroundings and the Rhône River, Pont d'Avignon by walking up to the top of the fortified city walls and Rochers des Doms. Visit the largest gothic-style Popes’ Palace whereby successive popes resided between 1309 and 1377. Continue on to the Place de l'Horloge, the Town Hall and the Theatre. Enjoy a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine served in a place close to the palace. (operated only in english).

Scenic drive through the vineyard of Châteauneuf du Pape followed by wine-tastings at 2 different wineries.

From the ruins of the Pope's summer residence, enjoy a panoramic view over the Rhône river valley and the hill ranges surrounding the village.

•NB : participants will be required to walk on cobblestone streets and climb many flights of steps during the tour. Therefore, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Lunch on your own in Avignon

What to remember

Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Near public transportation. Most travelers can participate. 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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

What's included

Entrance ticket to Avignon Pope's Palace. One glass of Côtes du Rhône wine. Two wine tastings in Chateauneuf du Pape. Transportation by minivan. Driver/Guide