Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon
Lyon, France

Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon

Outty Ranking 76 5.0 · 33 traveler reviews8.3 hoursFrom $183
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76/100

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5.0/5

Based on 33 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon worth booking?

Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon is a 8.3-hour experience in Lyon, France, from $183 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 33 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
5/5 (33)
Duration
8.3 hours
From
$183 per person

Carved on the rock by generations of wine-makers along the Rhone River, the Northern Cotes du Rhone Valley provides a striking spectacle with the vertigo-inducing vineyards of Cote Rotie & Condrieu. Discover the Côtes du Rhone Region through 3 wineries and taste the almost absolute perfection of Syrah and Viognier varietals in their "birthplace":

What you get

    About this experience

    Carved on the rock by generations of wine-makers along the Rhone River, the Northern Cotes du Rhone Valley provides a striking spectacle with the vertigo-inducing vineyards of Cote Rotie & Condrieu. Discover the Côtes du Rhone Region through 3 wineries and taste the almost absolute perfection of Syrah and Viognier varietals in their "birthplace":

    What's included

    Included

    • Wine-tasting with about 16/18 wines
    • Enghish and French speaking guide
    • Air conditioned minibus

    Not included

    • Lunch is not included.

    What you'll see and do

    1. Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon

      At 8:50 am, 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 here

    2. Theatre de Vienne

      Start this full day wine tour in Vienne city with a stunning panorama on the Rhone valley from Notre Dame de Pipet Mount. With your guide, be introduced to the different grapes varietals of the Northern Cotes du Rhone, the crus wine appellations and the philosophy of the region relying on "terroir". Take time also to admire the spectacular old roman theatre as you guide tell you about the fascinating history of the wines from Vienne which were famous in Roma, 21 centuries ago.

      10 minutes here

    3. 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 here

    4. Malleval

      At 10:45 am, visit a first winery and learn some secrets about the Rhone wine-making savoir-faire. Walk through the barrels room and talk about the art of aging wine. Then go to the wine-tasting room and taste 3 white and 3 red wines including Condrieu, white & red St Joseph and Cote Rotie famous appellation.

      60 minutes here

    5. Les Roches-de-Condrieu

      Delight yourself with a delicious meal in a local restaurant which serves Cotes du Rhone cuisine. Our guide will be happy to translate and explain all the different courses for you! Menus start from € 20 during the week (special of the day) and € 25 on weekends. Lunch is NOT included.

      75 minutes here

    6. Condrieu

      In early afternoon, cross Condrieu, birth town of Viognier grape which produces the world famous white wine. The group will get to know its unique story, how this grape varietal almost died a few years ago. Then, push the door of a family winery and taste 5-6 different Cotes du Rhone wines among them, Condrieu, St Joseph or/and Cote Rotie appellations.

      45 minutes here

    7. Chavanay

      Finally, stop at a third winery to delight yourself with another 5 beautiful Rhone wines: take time to enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the quasi absolute perfection of Syrah grape of the Northern Cotes du Rhone in their original terroir.

      45 minutes here

    8. Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon

      At 5:15 pm, our guide will drop you off at Bellecour Square in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme. The perfect excursion for syrah and viognier lovers !

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Lyon

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    KANPAI TOURISME

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 33 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    33 verified traveler reviews for Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Barbara_R · October 2026

    Learning Can Be Fun

    The guide/driver was well organized and knew a lot about the wines of the region. We went to 3 wine venues and an excellent stop for lunch. Our group of 4 couples were very international and loads of fine. It was one of my favorite tours ever.

    via Viator

    Malins201 · September 2026

    Outstanding

    A great experience and you get to taste around 18 wines. Our guide was superb and really immersed us into the world of wine. Highly recommend

    Response from the operator: Rhone Valley .... When you enter its world, you get caught !!!! I am so happy that you enjoyed the wines and the day. My best regards, Olivier

    via Tripadvisor

    S9595CFjilld · July 2026

    Local City, Wine & Culinary Experience with Highly Knowledgeable Guide

    Olivier came highly recommended from a local French friend, and he still over exceeded expectations. We took the group and private tours with him to Cote du Rhône and Burgundy, both were spectacular. He picks you up in a very nice Mercedes bus, promptly on time and extremely organized. He brings a wealth of knowledge that he shares along the ride, at the wineries and at lunch. He even stops at local sights to give you a unique view of the culture. Each winery tasting and tour experience is different, and very special. He takes the time to know you personally. He ensures your experience is top notch. We would highly recommend booking with Olivier. He does sightseeing tours as well!

    Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup for your review. Say hello to your friends in the US and hopefully I see you again very soon in Lyon. My best regards, Olivier

    via Tripadvisor

    ATHAYA_N · July 2026

    Great experience. It’s worth it!

    Olivier is great guide. He is easy going guy, very experienced and takes good care of all of us. I recommend this tour. 👍

    Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup ! I am so happy that you enjoyed and had fun with the tour to the Rhone Valley. My warm regards, Olivier

    via Viator

    tmoak · May 2026

    Excellent wine tour of the Cotes du Rhone

    We booked a wine excursion to explore the Rhone Valley wines. Sébastien collected our small group from our hotel and took us for a day’s adventure. We visited three wineries and tasted 4-6 different wines at each. It was very interesting for us because we have had little experience with the wines of this region. We were delighted with some of them and will look to purchase some bottles when we return home. Sébastien took us to a wonderful restaurant on the river for lunch. Throughout the day we peppered him with questions about the wines of the region, French language and culture and many other topics. Since he comes from a family with several generations of wine makers he is deeply knowledgeable. We all thought that he was an excellent host and guide. We are now thinking perhaps of coming to Beaujolais for a day of wine tasting on our next trip. Highly recommended!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review! We were so happy to guide you and meet you ... I am so happy that you liked the day, the wineries and the lunch by the Rhone River... We are ready to welcome you again and show you the beaujolais wine region. Merci Anthony, Sebastien & Olivier

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8.3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    12
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by KANPAI TOURISME, who run 12 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.4.

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    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
    Review evidence (18% weight)53
    Booking momentum (14% weight)45
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)66
    Local standing (8% weight)63
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lyon.

    How much does Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon cost?

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    Prices start at $183 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lyon usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon take?

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    Plan for about 8.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lyon is not rushed.

    Is Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 33 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lyon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon?

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    Around 12 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lyon can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lyon and add a light layer if any part of the 8.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lyon within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Lyon?

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    On Outty we rank every Lyon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular, Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English), Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Lyon?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Lyon?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon?

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    Included: Wine-tasting with about 16/18 wines; Enghish and French speaking guide; and Air conditioned minibus. Not included: Lunch is not included. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    What languages is Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon offered in?

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    It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Lyon. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon?

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    Across 33 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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