Guided Day Tour and Wine Tasting Northern Rhône Valley
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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A unique guided tour to meet the winemakers of the Rhone Valley North.
You will be accompanied by a local guide, Justine Poncet, who knows the region well and will be able to talk to you all along the way about the history, estates, wines and secrets of the Rhone Valley.
You will make stops to enjoy the magnificent views from the coasts!
You will discover the Syrah and Viognier grape variety as well as Marsanne and Roussanne, the emblematic varieties of the region.
You will enjoy exceptional white wines and red wines.
You will discover the most prestigious wines of the Rhone Valley such as AOP Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, Saint-Joseph or Condrieu.
We drive you in our luxury vehicle and everything is planned so that you just go and enjoy your day with us.
The guide is here to share his knowledge, answer all your questions and accompany you to spend an unforgettable day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guidance throughout the journey - Guide at your disposal - Local and specialized guide
Meeting with members of the wine estate
Little things to snack on to accompany tastings
Journey in a comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle
3 Tastings in 3 different areas - Fees included
Language English/French simultaneously if Fr and English participants
Commented tastings of about 12/15 wines - Fresh included
Toilets on board
The price of lunch is not included in the price but the reservation at a local restaurant is made for the whole group. Menu from €25/pers.
Water (for ecological reasons, remember to take your bottle)
What To Expect
Condrieu
You will pass through several villages DE the Rhone Valley EN route. We will stop in the day (morning or afternoon) to admire the vines planted in the steep slopes. You will learn about the methods DE viticulture in the region and the work done throughout the year by winegrowers.
Chavanay
We will make our first stop near the village of Chavanay or Ampuis for a first tasting in a wine estate. Tasting between 4 and 6 wines. Learn about winemaking and aging wines in the region.
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Guided Day Tour and Wine Tasting Northern Rhône Valley
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Excellent Tour to start our enjoyment of the region around Lyon
Susan C,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We enjoyed every winery —each had its own personality and speciality in their wine region/appellation. Best of all was our guide. She has worked for wineries in this area for many years. She know the wines, the regions, the staff/owners and history. We loved the small group —very personal touch to the tour. And lunch along the Rhône River was excellent.
Awesome experience for...
Brett S,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Awesome experience for those with a little or a lot of wine knowledge. Fantastic to meet a guide and locals with so much passion and enthusiasm.
Lovely way to spend a day near Lyon
Patricia F,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Spent a lovely day in the northern Rhône wine tasting. Justine is a top notch, graceful, knowledgeable guide and speaks English! Her Mercedes van was comfortable, lunch spot was luxurious, and the three wineries were delightful.
We visited three...
Suzanne V,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00We visited three different wineries in size and each of them introduced us to different aspects of wine making.
The best day
Maureen N,
May 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a professional tour. Learnt so much about the region and wine production. Lunch was exceptional with a picture postcard view. Justine was exceptionally knowledgeable and personable. Would highly recommend this tour for a great experience in Lyon.
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