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Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon

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8 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Carved on the rock by generations of wine-makers along the Rhone River, the Northern Cotes du Rhone Valley provides a striking spectacle with the vertigo-inducing vineyards of Cote Rotie & Condrieu. Discover the Côtes du Rhone Region through 3 wineries and taste the almost absolute perfection of Syrah and Viognier varietals in their "birthplace":

What's Included

  • Wine-tasting with about 16/18 wines
  • Air conditioned minibus
  • Enghish and French speaking guide
  • Lunch is not included.
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Place Bellecour
69002 Lyon, France

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Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon

At 8:50 am, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme building main entrance door located on Bellecour Square (50 m opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a short walk, participants will get on the 8 seaters minivan to begin the Cotes du Rhone wine tour.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Theatre de Vienne

Start this full day wine tour in Vienne city with a stunning panorama on the Rhone valley from Notre Dame de Pipet Mount. With your guide, be introduced to the different grapes varietals of the Northern Cotes du Rhone, the crus wine appellations and the philosophy of the region relying on "terroir".Take time also to admire the spectacular old roman theatre as you guide tell you about the fascinating history of the wines from Vienne which were famous in Roma, 21 centuries ago.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ampuis

Cross Ampuis town, the world capital of Syrah and visit "Cote Rotie" vineyards literally "roasted hillside". Drive on the precipitous vertigo inducing terraced slopes of "Cote Brune" and "Cote Blonde" and appreciate the 30 to 60 degree angles hills bathed in sun facing the beautiful Rhône River.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Malleval

At 10:45 am, visit a first winery and learn some secrets about the Rhone wine-making savoir-faire. Walk through the barrels room and talk about the art of aging wine. Then go to the wine-tasting room and taste 3 white and 3 red wines including Condrieu, white & red St Joseph and Cote Rotie famous appellation.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Les Roches-de-Condrieu

Delight yourself with a delicious meal in a local restaurant which serves Cotes du Rhone cuisine. Our guide will be happy to translate and explain all the different courses for you! Menus start from € 20 during the week (special of the day) and € 25 on weekends. Lunch is NOT included.
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Condrieu

In early afternoon, cross Condrieu, birth town of Viognier grape which produces the world famous white wine. The group will get to know its unique story, how this grape varietal almost died a few years ago.Then, push the door of a family winery and taste 5-6 different Cotes du Rhone wines among them, Condrieu, St Joseph or/and Cote Rotie appellations.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chavanay

Finally, stop at a third winery to delight yourself with another 5 beautiful Rhone wines: take time to enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the quasi absolute perfection of Syrah grape of the Northern Cotes du Rhone in their original terroir.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon

At 5:15 pm, our guide will drop you off at Bellecour Square in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme.The perfect excursion for syrah and viognier lovers !
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) – Small Group Tour from Lyon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Wine-tasting with about 16/18 wines
  • Air conditioned minibus
  • Enghish and French speaking guide
  • Lunch is not included.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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