Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour
Overview
Avignon and the Palais des Papes & the winemakers of Châteauneuf du Pape, discover what connects them from the 14th century to modern times.
Avignon for 70 odd years of the early 1300s was centre of the Catholic world. The skyline a magnificent urban landscape, that includes the Pont Saint Bénezet, Ramparts, Petit Palais, Cathedral & walls of the Popes’ Palace flanked by four mighty towers. Start with a visit to the Palais before a short drive to the wine country. Châteauneuf du Pape is at the heart of a region full of history, culture and joie de vivre. A unique, magical place that appears on the hill like an island rising out of a sea of vines. At the summit the vestiges of the ruined château by the popes in the 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. In the afternoon visit two different vineyards - first Château Fortia & Château la Gardine Introducing you to the iconic wines where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, with wine tasting.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Wine tasting at the Vineyard
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Admission to the Palais des Papes - Avignon
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or villa in Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Arles, Avignon, St Rémy de Provence & Lourmarin. If your staying elsewhere we can coordinate a pick-up from your address. (there may be a supplement payable)
What To Expect
Palais des Papes
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chateau Fortia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Chateau de la Gardine
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not suitable for a shore excursion arriving and departing same day from the Port of Marseille
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-138969P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Alcoholic beverages. Wine tasting at the Vineyard.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Admission to the Palais des Papes - Avignon.
- Lunch.
- Snacks.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Avignon's history, local culture & the wines of Châteauneuf du Pape private tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesWine tasting at the Vineyard
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Admission to the Palais des Papes - Avignon
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not suitable for a shore excursion arriving and departing same day from the Port of Marseille
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