Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Tour Day Trip from Aix (private)
Highlights
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Discover the Châteauneuf Du Pape Vineyards
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Pre-booked Visits to 2 Chateauneuf du Pape wineries
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View Chateauneuf du Pape village and its ancient castle
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Tour can be Customized to suit your Interests
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Local Tour Guide, Expert in wines
Summary
Enjoy a Châteauneuf du Pape Vineyard tour and visit carefully selected Châteauneuf du Pape wineries. Departing from Aix en Provence, visit vineyards and taste famed red wines from this southern Côtes du Rhône wine region.
Tour info
Duration
8 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Adult:
(1-99 years)
€808.91
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Pick up at your accommodation in Aix en Provence
Morning Visit & Wine tasting at Chateauneuf du Pape winery
Lunch at leisure in a local restaurant (at own expense)
Afternoon visit and wine tasting at Chateauneuf du Pape winery
Return to Aix en Provence
Morning Visit & Wine tasting at Chateauneuf du Pape winery
Lunch at leisure in a local restaurant (at own expense)
Afternoon visit and wine tasting at Chateauneuf du Pape winery
Return to Aix en Provence
Meet your English speaking local guide
On this private full day small group tour, we will first come and pick you up at your accommodation in Aix en Provence. Meet your English speaking driver guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the day with you.
Drive to the Châteauneuf du Pape wine region where you will have several wine tasting sessions in carefully selected Châteauneuf du Pape wineries.
Châteauneuf du Pape Wine tour
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.
In 1314, Clement V, the first Avignon Pope discovered the special soil of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. His successor, John XXII supports him and it was during his reign that the vineyard really took off and spread fame beyond the borders of “The Comtat”.
The former bishop of Avignon, Jacques Duèse was elected as Pope John XII and succeeded Clement V in 1316. He regularly drank the wines from the vineyards ‘in the north’ and did much to improve viticulture practices there.
The Pope sought a place sufficiently far from the city to discourage courtiers, sycophants, and scroungers, yet close enough so that a courier could go there and back to Avignon on the same day. The ideal spot was found on a hillock overlooking the Rhône Valley about halfway between Avignon and Orange – Châteauneuf – and this area was placed directly under his authority.
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.
Morning Wine tasting session in a local Winery
The Chateauneuf du Pape wines are well known for their full bodied red wines made predominantly with different grape varieties such as Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre that are typical grapes that can be found in the southern vineyards of France. There are also some white Châteauneuf du Pape wines that are intensely perfumed. The grape varieties used for the white wines include Grenache Blanc, Rousannes, Clairette and Bourboulenc many of which are rustic french varietals.
Upon arrival in the village, it will be time to taste some of the local wines in a local winery. Then, you will have some free time to roam around and enjoy a wine tour of Chateauneuf 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.
Lunch in a local restaurant
After your morning Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour, it will be time for lunch. We can pre-book a restaurant for you and your party in a local restaurant. Why not enjoy the local food and pair it with more Chateau neuf du Pape red or white wines.
Afternoon wine tasting session in a local Winery
After lunch, experience your second Chateauneuf du Pape winery tour. Listen about the history of this unique domain, visit the installations and participate in a commented tasting of the wines of the estate. Take the opportunity to ask about the wine making process, the different bledings that are possible and most of all learn about the large range of grape varieties that can be used to make this exceptional wines.
After the wine tasting tour, we will take you back to Aix en Provence and that will be the end of our services. Please note that we also organize Provence wine tours & day trips from Aix en Provence.
What’s included?
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Pick up and drop off in Aix en Provence -
Pre-booked visits to 2 Chateauneuf du Pape wineries -
English-speaking driver/guide -
Travel in recent & comfortable minivan -
Bottled water in the minivan -
Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions
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Wine tasting fees, can be purchased during booking
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Personal insurance and expenses
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Meals and drinks
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Gratuities for the driver/guide
Things to know
Before you book
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Price is per group, not per person.
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This product is on request.
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Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.
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Tour is operated in English, other languages on request.
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Not wheelchair accessible.
Before you go
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Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time
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Currency is in Euro.
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Minimum drinking age 18 years old.
Cancellation Policy
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Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule:
Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%.
For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund:
Up to 48 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees.
48 hours prior to departure and less > no refund.
No show - no refund.
Redemption information
If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Orphorus immediately. Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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...