Discover Provence on this small group private day trip from Marseille. Visit Avignon including the Pope's Palace and walk 'sur le pont d'Avignon'. Visit local vineyards, enjoy a Wine Tasting Tour of Châteauneuf du Pape red & white wines.
Avignon & Châteauneuf du Pape trip from Marseille private
Summary Description
Highlights
- Discover the Magic of Provence Cities
- Admire the famous Saint Benezet Bridge
- Discover Chateauneuf du Pape village and its ancient castle
- Taste delicious Châteauneuf du Pape wines (option)
Description
Enjoy a private full day trip from Marseille to visit the town of Avignon. This will be followed by a Provence wine tour in the Châteauneuf du Pape wine producing region.
In the morning, we will come and pick you up at your accommodation in Marseille. We can also pick you up at a central meeting point, AirBnb or at the St Charles train station.
Program & Itinerary :
Meet your Guide at your Accommodation in Marseille
- Guided walking tour of Aix en Provence
- Guided walking tour of Avignon
- Free time for lunch in Avignon
- Visit of Chateauneuf du Pape village
- Wine tasting session in one of the wineries of the appellation
Drop off at your accommodation in Marseille
Meet your English speaking driver guide
Meet your English speaking driver/guide who will go over the itinerary and program of your private tour from Marseille. Then, board your comfortable air conditioned minivan and travel from Marseille to begin your day tour in the Provence.
Visit Avignon
Reach the Unesco World Heritage town of Avignon. Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour with your guide. During the guided tour you will admire the fortifications and mighty ramparts of the town, the famous Saint Benezet Bridge, Notre Dames des Doms cathedral, church and gardens and have some time to visit the Pope's palace on your own (entrance fees not included). Lunch will be on your own in Avignon and you will also have some free time to explore the historical city center.
Wine Tasting Tour in Châteauneuf du Pape
The Châteauneuf du Pape Appellation was one of 6 to be labeled as the first AOC wines of France in 1936. The vineyards, planted by the Romans, were extended and developed by the Pope's residing in Avignon popes during the 14th century.
As you reach this famous wine producing region, discover the village and its ancient castle that was the summer residence of the Pope's during their stay in the area. Here, you will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view on the valley.
Then, you will have some free time to roam around and enjoy a wine tour of Châteauneuf du Pape wines in the old 14th century pope cellars. Depending on your wishes, it will be possible to taste more wines in the local wineries that your guide can point to.
After the wine tasting tour, we will take you back to Marseille and that will be the end of our services. Please note that we also organise private sightseeing tours to the Pont du Gard and the nearby Lavender fields, cultural tours that will have you follow the footsteps of famous painters such as Van Gogh or Cézanne, regional tours of southern France that include the French Riviera and Monte Carlo.
Included / Excluded
- Pick up at your hotel or accommodation in Marseilles
- English speaking driver/guide
- Small group of 2 to 8 persons maximum
- Travel in premium A/C vehicle
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions
- Meals, drinks
- Personal expenses, travel insurance
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
- Wine tasting fees
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Marseille, France
End Location: Marseille, France
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Prices are per group from 2 to 8 persons
- Entrance fees to Pope's Palace can be included during the booking process
- Wine tasting fees can be purchased during booking process
- Tour is operated in English, other languages on request
- Tour available all year round (except May 1st, Dec 25th and Jan 1st)
- 8 hour Private Provence Sightseeing Tour
- Tour is operated in English
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Currency is in Euros
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 7 days
Cancellation Notes: Up to 7 days before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than è days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
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About operator:
Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France.
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Basic Information
- Duration: 8 hours
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 8
- Category: Private Tours
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