Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Avignon, France
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Chateauneuf du Pape is among the Rhône Valley’s most famous wine appellations, and sampling its signature red wines is a highlight for many travelers to Avignon. Unlike the average tasting, this tour devotes the entire day to exploring the wine region. Stroll through the vineyards as you learn about winemaking and terroir, enjoy three different wine tastings at prestigious wineries, and break for lunch (own expense) at a traditional restaurant.
- Sample a wide variety of wines during guided tastings at three wineries
- Receive insider recommendations on regional wines from a local sommelier
- Navigate the language barrier with ease with your bilingual guide
- A small group size ensures a more intimate experience than larger groups
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 10 Rue de Mons, 84000 Avignon, France
In front of the restaurant SEVIN next to the Palais des Papes Depending on the Guide (Roman, Clemency or Hill), the pick-up address may vary. You will be notified by a Viator message in case of change.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Start time.9:30 am
Itinerary
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please note that the guide does not have lunch with guests during the lunch break.
- Please note that children are not allowed on this tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Diana_M
The wineries were wonderful. The Chateauneuf de Pape is such a beautiful area of France. Roman was the best tour guide. He had many insights and connections with the wineries and region that few could boast. We highly recommend this tour.
Reviews
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Gabrielle_S, Aug 2026
Clémence was a perfect guide with outstanding knowledge on wines and the Chateauneuf du Pape and Côtes du Rhône regions. She was a fabulous driver, very kind and had amazing relationships with wineries throughout the region giving the group a memorable experience we will never forget. The wines were delicious, the scenery was beautiful and we owe it all to Clémence!
Michelle_M, Aug 2026
Great exposure to the region and very knowledgeable guide.
She had a passion for the area and wine and took the time to share in as much detail as we asked for.
Victoria_I, Aug 2026
Our guide, Coline, was fantastic. Very warm, very knowledgeable. We felt very welcome at all of the wineries we visited and got to see a nice variety. Delicious and elegant lunch spot. Be aware that summer here can be very hot, although low humidity. But the spotless, air-conditioned van was the perfect remedy.
Would definitely recommend!
David_A, Aug 2026
Excellent tour led by Coline. Great wines with great guidance and learning about CdP history, terror, grapes wines and wineries. The last tasting, at the wine shop, provided opportunity to taste and discuss wines not on the tour. Tour highly recommended.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
It was a real pleasure spending the day with you. I'm so glad you enjoyed discovering the history, terroir, grape varieties, and wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. I'm also happy you appreciated the final tasting in our wine shop—it’s always a great opportunity to explore a few extra wines and continue the conversation!
Thank you again for your recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back to Châteauneuf-du-Pape someday.
Warm regards,
Coline
Allie_E, Jul 2026
Clemence was fantastic. Very knowledgeable about the area and the wine. There was freak issue during the tour where the van window broke that was well handled and we joined Colin for a winery who was also fantastic. Highly recommend. One suggestion would be to give something to write favorite wines were- they have them all at the shop but we didn’t have much time to decide and make a purchase at the time (possible to do later though).
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review and recommendation!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour, despite the unexpected issue with the van window. Thank you for being so understanding—it was certainly an unusual situation! We were both very happy to spend part of the day with you and are glad you still had a fantastic experience.
Thank you as well for your suggestion about providing a way to keep track of your favorite wines. It's a great idea, and we'll definitely look into implementing something like that.
We hope to welcome you back to Châteauneuf-du-Pape someday!
Warm regards,
Clémence & Coline
Mary_H, Jul 2026
The Chateaneuf du pape region has primarily GSM wines. We were very surprised to learn of the delicious white wines grown here as well.
Our guide Clemmone wasso knowledgeable and chose beautiful vineyards for us to visit.
I definitely recommend this tour
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed discovering the white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape as well as the wineries we visited. It was a pleasure sharing this beautiful region with you.
Thank you for your recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back one day!
Warm regards,
Clémence
courtney_f, Jul 2026
Clemence was our tour guide and she was fantastic!! the tour was incredible. The wine couldn’t know them better gorgeous places very easy to meet up and to travel lots of wine :).. a wonderful lunch, a sweet town and a mix of a small vineyard, medium sized vinegar and very large vineyard, including some châteaus. Clemence was an incredible tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and clearly knew the vineyards well and the people well so well that they allowed her to give us some of the tours and for Wine without any oversight it was truly a personal and authentic experience.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
It was such a pleasure spending the day with you, and I'm delighted to hear that you had such a great experience. I'm so glad you enjoyed the variety of wineries we visited, the beautiful scenery, the delicious lunch, and, of course, all the wonderful wines!
Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. I feel very fortunate to work closely with so many passionate winemakers, and I'm always happy to share not only their wines but also the stories behind them. Creating a personal and authentic experience is exactly what I hope every guest takes away from the tour.
Thank you again for your recommendation. I hope our paths cross again one day for another glass of Châteauneuf-du-Pape!
Warm regards,
Clémence
Claire_H, Jun 2026
Well paced tour of three vineyards and wine shop with a terrific guide explaining the many aspects to wine making and the history of the region. Tastings were thoroughly explained with a wide variety of wines to understand the various blends and techniques. Very educational and enjoyable - especially the amazing lunch!
Elise_C, Jun 2026
This all-day experience was worth every penny. We learned along the way so much about Chateauneuf du Pape grapes, wines, winemaking, history of winemaking in the region, all topped off with a wonderful wine tasting at each stop. Coline was such a fantastic guide through all of this, and her close relationships with the operators of each winery we visited enhanced the visit at each venue. The lunch, relaxing and unrushed, was a gastronomic delight in a fabulous setting (lunch cost is not part of the booking fee, as is clearly stated). I would highly recommend booking with this service vendor.
Sandra_E, Jun 2026
What a blessing to have booked this tour! It far exceeded our expectations because we got Roman as our guide who could not have been more knowledgable. The vineyards we went to were perfect and the wines were delicious. The very best part of the tour ended in Roman's wine cave where we enjoyed wine listening to Edith PIaf on vinyl. This may seem like a pricey tour, but it was well worth it to get to know Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Sandra, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. Wasn't it the best wine & music pairing ?
Hoping to see you again !
Hannah_W, Jun 2026
Our Chateauneuf du Pape tour was a phenomenal day. Our tour guide Clémence made our day unforgettable. We learned so much about Chateauneuf du Pape and the wines the region had to offer. The vineyards we visited were very friendly and welcoming. You could tell that she had a passion for the wines she introduced us to which made the experience even better. Clémence had a lunch reservation for us at a beautiful castle that had an amazing view of the area and the food was in itself an experience. On our way back to Avignon we ended our day at a Chocolate shop. 10/10 recommend. A wonderful day filled with history, amazing wine, good food, and great people.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Hannah, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. I'm happy to read that I could share a bit of my passion with you. I had to do a special last stop for a very special tour that I really enjoyed as much as you !
Hoping to see you again !
Clémence
Michael_Z, Jun 2026
Roman was an amazing guide, and the tour honestly made our trip to Châteauneuf-du-Pape exactly what we wanted it to be. We had taken other tours while in town, and they did not compare. If you want to learn about wine and visit quality estates, this is the tour.
We had a nice mix of people with different levels of knowledge and interest, and everyone left happy after a great day. I especially appreciated that Roman is a true wine expert, so you can go as in-depth as you want, and he is able to answer every question in a friendly, approachable way.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Michael, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. We are always available if more questions come to your mind haha !
Hoping to see you again !
Louise_W, Jun 2026
Choline was a fabulous guide to introduce us to Châteauneuf-du-Pape . We had a fabulous day. The lunch spot was beautiful, however I would have been happy with cheese and baguette!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Louise, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. Maybe a new wine & food pairing haha ? Which Châteauneuf-du-Pape would be the best pairing with you cheese and baguette ?
Hoping to see you again !
Kathleen_F, Jun 2026
We had an amazing time exploring the wines of Chateauneuf du Pape and others from the Rhone region. Coline was an excellent guide, she was super knowledgeable and expertly answered all our questions. We had a lovely lunch with a nice view. The tour was so much fun thanks to Coline. We ended up buying multiple bottles that we tasted along the way.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Kathleen, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. We can't wait to read about your tastings now haha !
Hoping to see you again !
Caroline_H, Jun 2026
Was good fun and didn’t feel too long. Guides (Clémence) are very knowledgeable and friendly. Area is beautiful.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Caroline, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
Denise_S, Jun 2026
So much fun, it’s always a great experience when you combine learning with fun. I even learned I now like one white wine! Great winery tours, excellent lunch!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Denise, it was such a pleasure to have you with us. It was my goal to help you discover white wines and mainly know what kind you like. Now you know more about the best secret of the Southern Rhone Valley..
Hoping to see you again !
Suzette_L, Jun 2026
It is an all day experience but worth it. Beautiful area and the wine tastings were just for our group with lots of tastings. Guide was amazing.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Suzette, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
Emer_W, Jun 2026
The guide was very good, informative and friendly. And also had perfect English. Would recommend the wine tour,
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Emer, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
Bill_D, May 2026
The wineries we visited were great, the wines tasted great with a lot of variety. Colleen was very friendly and very knowledgeable about both the wines as well as the area. She even joined us for coffee after the tour was finished - THANK YOU!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Bill, it was such a pleasure to have you and share a great day (including the coffee haha)
Hoping to see you again !
Fred_C, May 2026
Clemence met us near the Palace of the Pope at 9:30 and drove us in a nice van (our tour started at 4 with 2 others joining after lunch) that had good AC (95F day) and plenty of space. Quick drive to our first winery in Chateauneuf de Pape, which was the smallest of the day. Tour of the part of the vineyard and great discussion on the soil and stone utilized for the 8 red and 5 white grapes. The 4 tasted wines were excellent. We then visited another beautiful winery and able to taste both red and whites. Clemence dropped us off at a beautiful hotel/winery for lunch with a beautiful view (approx 35-40e pp w/1 wine). After lunch we met again to visit another winery and then a final stop at their wine cave/store in the historic village. Back to Avignon just anfter 5pm. All wineries were great and welcoming - recommend the tour and Clemence as host!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind review Fred, it's very important to us to know how you lived your day. We tasted so many great wines on that day!
I'm happy to read that you had a wonderful day with us.
Hoping to see you again !
Clémence
Brian_C, May 2026
What a wonderful time! This tour is a must do when you visit the region. We had a great time with Roman, touring the different wineries in Chatenouf de Pape and learning about wine. Everything was delicious and very enjoyable. Make sure you do this tour!
Antoinette_T, May 2026
Coline was a fabulous tour guide! Her knowledge and excitement for the wines tasted helped make the experience so great.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
It was a pleasure sharing the day with you. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that my passion for the wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape made it even more memorable.
Thank you again, and I hope to welcome you back for another tasting someday!
Warm regards,
Coline
Matthias_S, May 2026
Really nice experience with good wineries visited. Our tour guide Coline knows a lot about wine and could explain many details
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
It was a pleasure spending the day with you. I'm so glad you enjoyed the wineries we visited and that you found the explanations helpful. Sharing my passion for the wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is always a pleasure!
I hope to welcome you back again someday.
Warm regards,
Coline
Shirley_A, May 2026
Wonderful tour! Colleen was so knowledgeable and the perfect guide for this experience. Very well organized with the selection of wineries and our host at each one. And, oh the wine… so delicious. As well as the beautiful location for lunch.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
It was such a pleasure spending the day with you. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the selection of wineries, our warm hosts, the beautiful lunch location, and of course, the wines!
Thank you for your kind words—it truly means a lot. I hope to welcome you back to Châteauneuf-du-Pape for another memorable day in the future!
Warm regards,
Coline
Lori_S, May 2026
Colleen, our tour guide, was very professional and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed the day. It was one of the highlights to our trip!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Lori, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
Tyler_T, May 2026
We had a great time on the tour and the wine was fabulous! The tastings were fun and informative. We would definitely do it again.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Tyler!
Thank you very much for your great feedback!
Hoping to see you again !
Edouard_P, Apr 2026
The Chateauneuf du Pape tour provided a cornucopia of picturesque scenery, a sampling of the Southern Rhône’s most renowned wines and was capped off with a beautiful meal enjoyed on the terrace of a 19th century castle overlooking the majestic, sun-drenched vineyards of this prestigious appellation. This beautiful day was further enriched by Coline, our highly adept, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Bravo!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Edouard, we are doing our best to spend a wonderful day and it's very enriching to read you.
Hoping to see you again !
Thomas_W, Apr 2026
This tour is top notch if you’re looking to understand more about Châteauneuf-du-Pape and their amazing wine. Coline was a wonderful source of information as were the wineries visited. While it was a long day…every minute was spectacular including lunch. No need to look further, book now!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review Thomas, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
John_C, Apr 2026
We ended up being the only people on this tour because it was a windy day. Our guide was terrific. It ended up being a provate tour for us. The wineries were very well selected and exposed to us a nice variety of vineyards and wines. It was an education both from our guide and the people at the winery. The lunch stop was absolutely delicious. I couldn't recommend this more. It was definitely a hilight.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi John!
Thank you very much for your great feedback!
Hoping to see you again !
John_L, Apr 2026
Our guide was great. Romain had personal experience with the region, as well as professional knowledge and skills related to the Chateauneuf du Papes wine region. This was a fun and tasty experience. The best excursion of our trip to France.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review John, it was such a pleasure to have you with us.
Hoping to see you again !
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