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The Original Syrah Wine Tour (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Welcome to the Northern Rhone Valley, homeland ofthe legendary Syrah & Viognier grapes.
Only 25 min south of Lyon, discover one of the oldest and steepest vineyards in the France with terraces walls built under Roman times! Stop at two family wineries and wine-taste Cote Rotie, Condrieu & St Joseph appellations considered among the best Cotes du Rhone wines.
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding in English and French language.
Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
Wine tasting included (11/12 wines)
High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning
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Meeting Points
Departure
Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de la Métropole de Lyon
Return
The Original Syrah Wine Tour (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon
(8) Reviews
Rhône
About
Welcome to the Northern Rhone Valley, homeland ofthe legendary Syrah & Viognier grapes.
Only 25 min south of Lyon, discover one of the oldest and steepest vineyards in the France with terraces walls built under Roman times! Stop at two family wineries and wine-taste Cote Rotie, Condrieu & St Joseph appellations considered among the best Cotes du Rhone wines.
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding in English and French language.
Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
Wine tasting included (11/12 wines)
High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning
-
Meeting Points
Departure
Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de la Métropole de Lyon
Return
Itinerary
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Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon
At 1:50 pm, 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.
10 minutes
2
Theatre de Vienne
En route to the Rhone Valley, stop in Vienne to enjoy a spectacular view on the 2000 year’s old roman theatre and the stunning panorama on the Rhone Valley.
With your guide, learn about the "terroir" & the different grapes characteristics of the Northern Cotes du Rhone region.
10 minutes
3
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.
10 minutes
4
Condrieu
Cross Condrieu town and learn about the Viognier grape varietal and how it almost disappeard in the 1960's.
5
Chavanay
Push the door of a first family winery and after a short visit, wine-taste 6 different Cotes du Rhone wines among them, some Condrieu, St Joseph or/and Cote Rotie appellations.
45 minutes
6
Malleval
After a short drive, discover a second family winery. With your guide, enjoy a private tour of the facilities and learn some secrets about the unique Rhone wine-making savoir-faire and the art of barrel aging.
Then, taste 5 different Cotes du Rhone wines, 3 reds and 3 whites including Condrieu, St Joseph and Cote Rotie famous appellations.
45 minutes
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Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon
At 6:30 pm, our guid will drop you off in Lyon Bellecour Square in front of the Office de Tourism building.
End of a very nice tour for wine lovers!
