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One of the most scenic wine regions with wines, minerals, troglodyte caves and fairytale castles.  Lyon is known for its rich food and the Rhone Valley for its red wines – tinged with pepper and grapefruit flavor. We’ll organize wine tastings at Domaine de la Janasse or Domaine Beaucastel, among the best wine producers in the region. Visit the medieval village of ChĂ¢teauneuf du Pape, looking over 3,000 hectares of vine fields.
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Day 1 — Discover the City of Lyon
After checking into your Lyon hotel, La Cour des Loges, you’ll start your discovery of the city with your private guide, exploring 2,000 years of heritage in half a day. For lunch, enjoy the abundance of bouchons and wine bars. Visit Georges-5 or Vercoquin, specialized in natural wines. For dinner, renowned Michelin-star restaurants await.
Day 2 — Côte du Rhône Northern Wine Tour
Today, you will reach Ampuis on a steep route strolling through the prestigious vineyards of Condrieu and Côtes- Rôtie. It’s now time for a wine tasting at Paul Jaboulet Ainé, Guigal, or Yves Cuilleron. After lunch, reach the Colline de l’Hermitage on foot and enjoy an unforgettable tasting at Michel Chapoutier’s cellar. Stay at Maison Pic, where you’ll have a unique gastronomic experience at the three Michelin star Anne Sophie Pic restaurant.
Day 3 — Côtes du Rhône Southern Wine Tour
Your full day will begin with a visit of the medieval village of ChĂ¢teauneuf du Pape, looking over 3,000 hectares of vine fields. We’ll organize wine tastings at Domaine de la Janasse or Domaine Beaucastel, among the best wine producers in the region. You’ll enjoy the afternoon at Italian-inspired Carpentras, and finish off the day in Avignon, where you’ll stay at La Mirande, an 18th-century boutique hotel located at the foot of the Palais des Papes.
Day 4 — Avignon City
This morning, enjoy a half-day guided walking tour of the city. You’ll see the palace of the popes, the old city, the ramparts and the 12th-century Avignon Bridge. Enjoy lunch at a typical Provençal restaurant.
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