Tour the Rhone Valley & Provence

Customize your Rhone Valley, Provence Wine Tour.

The Rhone Valley offers wine lovers a unique combination of beautiful scenery, delicious Provençal cuisine, and full-bodied, expressive wines. Follow the mighty Rhone River (right, seen from the vineyards of Condrieu) from Vienne to Avignon and taste the best this fascinating region has to offer. You can begin in the Northern Rhone, where Syrah and Viognier bring unmatched elegance to prestigious wines like Côte Rôtie, Hermitage and Condrieu.

Heading south, you'll discover the charming medieval villages and colorful red tiled roofs of Provence. Explore the famous appellations of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Tavel, Gigondas and Cotes du Rhone Villages with tastings at some of their finest estates.

Highlights:

* Private tours and extensive tastings at great estates like Chapoutier, Guigal and Beaucastel

* Dinners at some of the region's best Michelin-starred restaurants

* Time to explore the historic walled city of Avignon and its impressive 14th-century Popes' Palace

* Tour and tasting of Provençal olive oils at a working olive oil mill

* Visit the beautiful medieval village and chateau of Les Baux de Provence

* Wine expert guide present throughout the tour to enhance your understanding of the region's wines, history and culture.

Tour the Loire Valley

Customize your Loire Valley Wine Tour.

Known for its majestic royal chateaux and great red and white wines, the Loire Valley is a favorite destination for wine lovers visiting France. You'll visit some of the Loire's most beautiful chateaux on this trip like the famous Chateau de Chenonceau, the romantic Azay le Rideau, and the ancient Chateau d'Angers with its medieval Tapestry of the Apocalypse. Tastings will be at the best producers of Vouvray, Chinon, Bourgeuil, Saumur and Côteaux du Layon.

Highlights:

* Private guided tours at the beautiful historic chateaux of Chenonceau, Azay le Rideau and Angers

* Sumptuous meals at some of the Loire's best Michelin-starred
restaurants

* Tour and taste at the best wineries of the region, including world-famous Coulée de Serrant in Savennières and Huet in Vouvray

* Accommodations available in a luxury at Chateau d'Artigny, former home of cosmetics giant François Coty, and the romantic 15th-century Chateau de Noirieux. Based on availability

* See the tomb of Richard the Lionhearted at Fontevraud Abbey

* Wine expert guide present throughout the tour to enhance your understanding of the region's wines, history and culture.

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Rhone, Provence or Loire Valley Wine Tour

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