Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day

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Overview

Available languages

English
French

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Called the french Tuscany, the south of the Beaujolais is warm with its golden stone which shines in the sun. This limestone, full of iron oxide reflects light in the heart of the green vineyards. Come and taste a voluptuous and fruity wine !

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

1

Oingt

You will start the tour with a stop in the middle of the Golden stones area. We will explain the origin and the typology of this vineyard and introduce you to this voluptuous and fruity wine during a tasting of white and red.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
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Le Bois-d'Oingt

After crossing lovely villages surrounded by vines, you will visit a local wine estate. You will immediately be immersed in the friendly atmosphere of Beaujolais when you will meet the producer. You will taste several red wines but also white and maybe some rosés. This is a good introduction to Beaujolais wines, that, we hope, will give you the desire to come back and taste more !

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Local guide

Tranportation

Dose de dégustation 3 cl/verre

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Options

Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day

Reviews

4.90

110 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Wonderful tour - highly recommended

    803olofa,May 24, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Wonderful tour of two Beaujolais vineyards. Great guide, lovely scenery and - not least - very good wines. Highly recommended!

  • Great Half Day

    James K,May 20, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    A wonderful morning filled with great information great knowledge and great conversation. The vistas and the wine samples were superb, overall a great half day.

  • A Thoughtfully Guided Morning Through Beaujolais

    Adventure736184,May 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    A Thoughtfully Guided Morning Through Beaujolais If you are visiting Lyon and debating whether a wine tour into Beaujolais is worth your time, this was easily one of the most worthwhile and memorable experiences of our trip to France. Our half-day morning tour with Rhone Trip struck a rare balance between cultural immersion, beautiful scenery, education, hospitality, and genuine human connection. Nothing about it felt commercialized or overly produced. Instead, it felt like being welcomed into the living rhythm of the Beaujolais countryside by people who truly care about the region they call home. We were picked up directly from Lyon city center and within about 45 minutes the entire atmosphere shifted. The city gave way to rolling vineyards, golden stone villages, winding hillside roads, and panoramic green landscapes that felt cinematic in every direction. It is remarkable how quickly you can leave the energy of Lyon behind and find yourself somewhere that feels timeless. Our guide, Eddy, was exceptional and genuinely made the experience what it was. Being from the region himself, he brought a depth of authenticity, humor, humility, and knowledge that transformed the morning from a wine tour into a real cultural experience. He made both wine and history feel approachable and engaging regardless of your experience level. One of the most impressive parts of the tour was how accessible Eddy made wine tasting feel. Instead of relying on pretentious terminology or intimidating explanations, he taught us how to think about wine through structure, balance, acidity, minerality, fruit, texture, and personal perception. You leave feeling more confident in your own palate rather than feeling like you need expertise to participate. At the same time, he naturally wove in the history of Beaujolais throughout the drive and vineyard visits. Discussions about geography, generational farming, trade, climate, and regional identity made the wines feel connected to something much larger than a tasting menu. It added depth to every stop without ever feeling overly academic. The two vineyard visits complemented each other beautifully. Our first stop was Domaine de Fond-Vieille in Oingt, where winemaker Dominique Guillard welcomed us into his family vineyard and cellar. The experience felt intimate, relaxed, and deeply rooted in local tradition. Mascot, the black and white vineyard dog, wandered through the cellar greeting visitors as if he were part of the hosting team himself. We then visited Domaine des Prévelières, run by brothers Quentin and Gaëtan Morel, where the focus shifted toward certified organic and biodynamic winemaking. Eddy did an excellent job explaining biodynamic farming in a way that felt thoughtful and grounded rather than trendy or performative. Walking through the vineyards while learning about the intentionality behind soil stewardship, ecosystem balance, and terroir expression gave us an entirely new appreciation for the work behind the wines. Somewhere among the hillsides, storm clouds, and vines, we also met a baby lamb grazing quietly beside the property, one of those simple travel moments that unexpectedly stays with you. What Rhone Trip does so well is create a communal and deeply human experience. You are not rushed through tastings or shuffled between tourist stops. There is time to ask questions, learn, wander, laugh, and genuinely absorb the rhythms of the region. For culturally curious travelers, food and wine lovers, photographers, couples, solo travelers, or anyone looking to experience a more authentic side of France beyond major tourist centers, this experience is exceptional. The wines were wonderful, but what continues to resonate with me most is the feeling of the morning itself. Welcoming. Grounded. Generous. Authentic. I would recommend Rhone Trip without hesitation to anyone visiting Lyon.

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  • Outstanding day!

    FarAway298961,Apr 26, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Outstanding day! I booked two half day experiences with Eddy for Beaujolais and Northern Rhône and it was fantastic. You can certainly do both if you only have one day. The wineries we visited were excellent and the tastings generous. Everyone was so welcoming. Eddy knows the region really well and gives great insight as you travel around. I highly recommend this trip and it’s an experience not to be missed!

  • Excellent tour with the best guide!

    christinelZ8301IG,Apr 25, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    An excellent experience! Very nice places we visited and our guide, Eddie was the best!

  • Beaujolais is beautiful!

    Brett G,Apr 13, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We really enjoyed this tour, Beaujolais is beautiful. Eddy is very knowledgeable, he was fun and engaging with the group. He took us to two small, family-owned wineries, and we got to taste some wonderful wines. Such a fun and educational day!

  • Thank you Rhône trip!

    stevenrS4122DA,Apr 10, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was a great tour and introduction to the Beaujolais region. The half day tour was short but sweet, and the small group size made it a very friendly experience for all of us. Our guide Kim was bright and knowledgeable, as well as being a good driver. The wineries we visited were quaint and personal, and the wine was very good also. We appreciated being able to purchase some bottles directly from the producers. We highly recommend!

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  • A fantastic and engaging wine tour!

    Maria M,Dec 14, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We had the most fantastic afternoon on the wine tour with François. We visited two vineyards and the hospitality from the winemakers was excellent. François was so knowledgable and engaging. We came away knowing so much about the Beaujolais and got to taste plenty of fantastic wine!!! A fabulous day and we would definitely do another when we are in the area again. Thank you François!

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  • My friend and I had an...

    Maria L,Nov 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    My friend and I had an amazing time on the Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon. It ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The drive through the countryside was beautiful, with rolling vineyards and charming villages that really set the mood for the day. We visited two wineries, and both stops felt genuinely special in their own way. Each winery had its own character and atmosphere, and we loved learning about their different approaches to wine-making. The tastings were generous, the wines were delicious, and it was really interesting to compare the styles and hear the stories behind them. A big part of what made the experience so memorable was our host. He was extremely friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. He shared so much great information about the region and the wines, but always in a relaxed and enjoyable way. It never felt rushed — just fun, engaging, and easygoing.

  • Beautiful area of France

    Robert T,Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Great experience, very knowledgeable guide. Transportation was modern and on time. Both wineries were of high quality family owned businesses. Very friendly and engaging.

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