Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour

• Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Day Tasting Tour Including Lunch From Avignon

• Provence Cru Wine Small-Group Half-Day Tour From Avignon

• Highlights of Provence: Chateauneuf du Pape & Luberon

• The Prestige Course at Maison Brotte

As Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a village, it’s free to visit this area; however, many people choose to come here on a guided tour. These tours offer a hassle-free way to visit the wineries and typically begin at US$207 for a small-group tour, going up to US$208 for tours that visit multiple vineyards.

Tradition dictates that 13 grape varieties can be used in Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines. This applies to both red and white wines, and the grape varieties include grenache, syrah, muscardin, picardin, and roussanne, amongst others. Winemakers choose from the particular repertoire of wine varieties to create their wines.

There are plenty of things to do in Châteauneuf-du-Pape beyond wine tasting. For architecture and history fans, you can visit the ruins of Chateauneuf-du-Pape Castle or Saint Theodoric Chapel. There are also restaurants in the village, such as Restaurant La Mere Germaine, and on the village’s outskirts, there’s a chocolate factory.

It’s best to visit Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the shoulder seasons of late spring (May or June) or fall (September or October). During springtime, the weather is pleasant and good for spending time outdoors. In the fall, it’s harvest time—if you can, check out the grapes being picked.

Yes, it’s possible to visit some wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape without a reservation; however, making a reservation is strongly recommended, especially during peak season, as spaces can be limited and fill up quickly. Many visitors choose to explore the area on tours, with transportation and winery visits included.