Private Tour: Avignon & Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wines from Marseille

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the historic heart of Provence on this private tour from your hotel in Marseille to Avignon and the renowned wine villages of the Rhône Valley. With convenient pickup and drop-off at your hotel, this experience offers a comfortable and enriching journey through one of France’s most celebrated regions.
Explore Avignon, once the City of Popes, with its impressive Papal Palace, medieval streets, and panoramic views over the Rhône River. Continue to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the capital of southern Rhône wines, known for its rolling vineyards, castle ruins, and deep wine heritage. With scenic drives, cultural highlights, and optional tastings, this experience offers a rich blend of history, landscapes, and authentic Provençal flavors.

What's Included

Private comfort class car minivan with driver
All expenses
English-speaking guide
Bottled water
Pick-up & drop-off from the hotel
Wine tasting
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The driver will meet you in the hotel lobby or address with your name sign. Please inform about your pick-up details in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Marseille

    Depart from Marseille and travel through the Provençal countryside. Enjoy views of vineyards, rolling hills, and traditional villages as you head toward the historic city of Avignon.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Avignon

    Walk through Avignon’s historic center, where monuments and streets reflect its time as the seat of the Popes in the 14th century. Visit the Papal Palace, one of Europe’s largest Gothic buildings, and learn about its political and religious importance. Continue to the Rocher des Doms park for beautiful views of the Rhône River, the city walls, and the famous Avignon Bridge.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Chateauneuf-du-Pape

    Travel north to the renowned wine village located in the heart of the southern Rhône Valley. Explore the charming streets, fountains, and ruins of Pope John XXII’s castle. Visit the wine museum at Père Anselme Cellar to discover historic winemaking tools and centuries-old traditions. Learn why this appellation is one of the most prestigious in France.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Gigondas

    If time allows, continue to nearby villages such as Gigondas or Séguret, both listed among France’s most beautiful villages. Enjoy wine tastings at selected estates and admire the romantic hilltop settings surrounded by vineyards.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Marseille

    Relax on the return journey to Marseille after a day filled with history, wine, and Provençal charm

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by taxiGo DMC

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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