Location: Avignon
Top Things to do in Avignon
The 10 Best Wine Tours & Tastings in Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Avignon charms visitors with its ancient streets, restored medieval ramparts and the immense Gothic architecture of the Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes—the papacy was based here in the 14th century). The annual Festival d'Avignon, a major arts festival, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors for theater, dance, film and street performances.
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1. Aix-en-Provence, Avignon & Chateauneuf-du-Pape Private Day Tour from Marseille
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience 3 highlights of Provence during this full day private tour from Marseille. The colorful market of Aix en Provence and its cathedral, the Pope ancient city of Avignon and the impressive Pope palace, the famous wineries and village of Châteauneuf du Pape to enjoy a tasting experience of some of the best wines of France.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Food-tasting, Private tour, Wine-tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, wine tasting : 10€/person
Reviewed By RolandR689
We had to cancel our excursion on 5/28/2020 because of the pandemic. I have requested a refund as per their policy, but they will not answer my calls or respond to my 4 emails. I know this is a difficult time, but they should at least acknowledge my requests. I have received refunds from all other excursions we had booked. I booked this per TripAdvisor recommendation.
2. Small-Group Day Trip to Arles, the Alpilles and Pont du Gard from Avignon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Discover Roman masterpieces and Van Gogh's landscapes in a small group. Enjoy personal service and a friendly atmosphere. With our skip-the-line ticket to the Pont du Gard (included) you'll avoid the long lines and have more time to sightsee. Enjoy a small group wine tasting at a selected winery in Tavel, in the Rhone valley. In summer, we will be happy to stop along sunflower fields and give you time for souvenir pictures.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Parking Fees, Live commentary on board
Exclusions: Entrance fees, unless specified, Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By HingLaw
PROVANS with Veronica and Nicolas is among the greatest tours we'd been. They extended their efforts to work with our schedule, picked us up at our hotel, then we had a terrific day through the Provencal countryside. We are looking forward to joining other tours by them in our next trip to the area. Or, even better is to arrange a bespoke itinerary out of the usual spots. Highly recommended!
3. Avignon & Chateauneuf-du-Pape Wineries Private Day Tour from Aix-en-Provence
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This 7 hour tour takes you to the prestigious wineries of the Côte du Rhône valley. Visit the medieval Pope city of Avignon and its Pope palace 14th century fortress before to enjoy a wine tasting session of red and white great wines in Chateauneuf du Pape.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Private tour, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, wine tastng : 10€/pers
Reviewed By RolandR689
We had to cancel our excursion on 5/28/2020 because of the pandemic. I have requested a refund as per their policy, but they will not answer my calls or respond to my 4 emails. I know this is a difficult time, but they should at least acknowledge my requests. I have received refunds from all other excursions we had booked. I booked this per TripAdvisor recommendation.
4. Private Full-Day Tour of Cotes du Rhone with Wine Tasting from Avignon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This full-day private tour will give you the opportunity to discover a great variety of Cotes du Rhone fine wines and feel the typical terroir. Learn with your professional winemaker guide about the grape varieties used, how they are used and the history of the area. Experience a wine tasting in each cellar visited. Take your lunch in some delicious gastronomic French restaurants (not included), where the cuisine is made of fresh seasonal products, in lovely places. After this tour, the southern Cotes du Rhone will have no secrets for you anymore.
Inclusions: Wine tastings, Driver/guide/professional wine maker, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Fuel surcharge, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour
Exclusions: The optional visits entrance fees, The optional wine tastings, Lunch
Reviewed By RZHY
It was a very nice experience. I definitely recommend this trip. Our guide, Gilles, was very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. He took us to the best spots to photograph the sights.
5. Small-Group Full-Day Private Wine Tour from Avignon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy a Full day Private Wine Tour with your wine specialist. The itinerary is very flexible and you can decide which areas to visit when you book. Some recommendations include Châteaneuf du Pape, Gigondas, Séguret, Beaume de Venise or Vacqueyras vineyards.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Choose 3 or 4 wineries between following choices (inform us at booking time) : Châteauneuf du Pape / Gigondas / Vacqueyras / Beaume de Venise / Tavel / Séguret / Rasteau / Cairanne, Sightseeing in the surrounding of 2 wineries, Driver/guide wine specialist, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By paulsimms
Nicholas was a warm, knowledgeable and personable host who took us to some fantastic gems in the region. He knew the special spots and how to get much more out of an experience than an uninformed tourist. Very soon we were chatting about all sorts of things beyond Provence and having a great time. He allowed us to take some unplanned options such as a wine tasting and even finished with a 'final surprise' visit. We highly recommend this tour!
6. Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
In this Full day you'll discover Avignon the Papal city of the 14th century and it's big monuments ,then head up to Châteuneuf Du Pape were you can taste one of Famous wine in France and then have a free walk in old city. your guide will drive you back to Marseille
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By 670dylanh
Very friendly guide, good conversation and sights, lots of relevant history and info about the area.
7. Marseille Shore Excursion : Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy this shared shore excursion from Marseille port to discover the town of Avignon and the wine from Chateauneuf du Pape. Leave Marseille seaport with your tour guide and drive to the city of the Popes : Avignon. Picture the Pont Saint Bénézet, which use to cross the Rhône river. Walking around the city center, you will have the possibility to visit the best preserved Gothic palace in Europe : the Popes Palace (entrance not included). End your day with a wine-tasting in one of the winery of the village of Chateauneuf du Pape.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions: Entrance fees to monuments, Lunch, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By GingerBrandy
This tour was so enjoyable. Our guide was knowledgable and fun. Best timing for seeing a lot but not to rushed. Best tour ever. The Castles, bridges,food and wine, all excellent places if you want history, scenic views and vibes. Thank you so much for the history book that came alive for me.
8. Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour
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5.0 based on 202 reviews
Come and discover the famous vineyards of Chateauneuf du Pape with a bilingual local guide and graduate in Sommellerie. I propose a unique tour that will make you have a real immersion in the Chateauneuf du Pape Vineyard. The day includes the visit of 4 domains / Châteaux viticoles.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By taramrochford
My husband I did the half day wine tasting and thought it was perfect! We arrived just after lunch and learned a little bit about the Chateauneauf de Pape vineyards and what makes it so unique, then we headed to several wineries where we learned about the winery, the grapes, the wine, and we were able to taste as well. Romain is very knowledgable and made the experience really fun!
9. Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Avignon once centre of the Catholic world, today a magnificent urban landscape, overlooking the river Rhône & the Saint Bénezet Bridge - the famous Pont d’Avignon. Start with a visit to the Palais then a visit to the unique fresh food market - Les Halles to sample Provençal life before a short drive to the wine country of Châteauneuf du Pape; at the heart of a region full of history, culture & joie de vivre. A unique village where at it's summit the vestiges of the ruined château – wall, tower & lower hall built by the popes in the 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. It was the popes who planted the town's first vineyards. In the afternoon visit two different vineyards - first a winemaker with 8ha vineyard based exclusively on the appellation & second a 43ha family estate owned by five generations of wine-producers. Introducing you to the iconic wines established in 1880's where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, with wine tasting too.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Admission to the Palais des Papes - Avignon, Wine tasting at two Vineyards
Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks
Reviewed By gene
This is a review about our experience "so far" with Christopher and Ooh Provence. A number of months ago, as usual, I did extensive research and found a photographer and I contacted him to see about a photo experience while in Marseille. He responded immediately and then told me about his tour company which extends beyond just photography. It was perfect...a guide that could help 2 amateur photographers get some unique shots in a great city plus learn about the history at the same time. I find this is a great way to explore a city. So, of course ,I booked and paid the deposit etc. and we confirmed our date. Then along came Covid 19 and I finally had to cancel .This company offers full refund up to 24 hours in advance of tour and Christopher had no problem with an immediate refund. I will add that is not the case with some hotels etc. I am so impressed with the customer service under very extraordinary circumstances and will definitely book with Ooh Provence in the future when we can return post Covid. Based on my experience so far I am sure we will have a great time touring Marseille and the surrounding area with Christopher. I often find the true test of a good travel company is how they handle unexpected problems and can be flexible. Christopher delivers on this for sure!!
10. History, Chocolate and Wine Tour of Provence from Avignon
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
Learn about the history or Provence on your day trip from Avignon. Visit the Antique theater in Orange before heading to Châteauneuf du Pape for wine tasting session and a wine and chocolate workshop to see how the flavors compliment each other. On this tour you will visit Uzes, medieval town and the Pont du Gard aqueduct bridge.
Inclusions: Gratuities, Wine & chocolate tasting, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By paulsimms
Nicholas was a warm, knowledgeable and personable host who took us to some fantastic gems in the region. He knew the special spots and how to get much more out of an experience than an uninformed tourist. Very soon we were chatting about all sorts of things beyond Provence and having a great time. He allowed us to take some unplanned options such as a wine tasting and even finished with a 'final surprise' visit. We highly recommend this tour!
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