Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting worth booking?
Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting is a 8-hour experience in Marseille, France, from $1,028 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (13)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $1,028 per person
In this Full day you'll discover Avignon the Papal city of the 14th century and it's big monuments ,then head up to Châteuneuf Du Pape were you can taste one of Famous wine in France and then have a free walk in old city. your guide will drive you back to Marseille
What you get
About this experience
In this Full day you'll discover Avignon the Papal city of the 14th century and it's big monuments ,then head up to Châteuneuf Du Pape were you can taste one of Famous wine in France and then have a free walk in old city. your guide will drive you back to Marseille
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Marseille
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
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
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- DOMITIA TOURS
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- One Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome experience with Diljani!
Very enjoyable tour with Dijilani he customized for us and our interests. He took us to a couple of wineries and old villages which were so interesting. The only hiccup or confusion was our pick up at the ship. My suggestion would be an early text to notify us of him being in a taxi rather than a private van which we had been used to with all of our other private excursions. He’s very informative and lots of fun. We thoroughly enjoyed him and our day. Would have like to have a bit longer while in Marseille but it was the ship’s schedule.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day with Dijilani and appreciated the customized itinerary, wineries, villages, and his knowledge and personality. We also truly appreciate your feedback regarding the pickup. We understand how advance notice about the vehicle would have made the meeting easier, and we will take this into consideration for future tours. We’re glad you were able to make the most of your time despite the ship’s schedule, and we hope to welcome you back one day with a little more time to discover Marseille and Provence!
via Tripadvisor
would have been nice to actually do the tour I booked. I should have been advised and the trip cancelled with full refund. Not
would have been nice to actually do the tour I booked. I should have been advised and the trip cancelled with full refund. Not happy that I missed out and may never have the opportunity to go. Kind regards Angela Pradal
Response from the operator: Dear Angela, thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry that your experience did not fully match your expectations. We would like to kindly clarify that the original tour you booked was modified at your request, and our team did its best to accommodate this change. As a result, the itinerary could not be delivered exactly as originally planned. We always strive to provide the best possible experiences, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future so that you can enjoy the complete program as designed
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Avignon
We danced at the bridge at Avignon. We saw Chateau Neuf de Pape and the amazing scenery around it. We also tried the most amazing wine ever.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely message! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed dancing on the famous bridge in Avignon and exploring the breathtaking landscapes around Châteauneuf-du-Pape. And of course, nothing beats discovering an amazing wine in such a legendary region! It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable moments in Provence.
via Tripadvisor
We were short on time, coming off the cruise but he did his best to give us great experiences and keep us on schedule.
We visited the Pope Bridge and enjoyed that. If you’re short on time, don’t read all the info!! Just walk fast! He took us to a little unassuming lunch place within walking distance, that was great & fast (which is what we needed). The goat cheese was really good & they had a lovely wine! He knew a lot about the wineries. We couldn’t hit many because of time, but it was still nice. If you can, I’d say to take 2 days. One for wineries and one for historical sites. Anyways, he did a good job. God bless on your travels!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your visit to the Pope’s Bridge and appreciated the quick and tasty lunch stop – that goat cheese and wine are local favorites! We’re also happy to hear you found the winery insights valuable, even with limited time. Your suggestion to split the visit over two days for a deeper experience is excellent advice for future travelers. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we wish you many more wonderful adventures ahead. God bless you too on your travels!
via Tripadvisor
Avoid
I've booked tours with Viator all over the world and have had wonderful experiences except for this one. This was truly a bad experience. Upon docking in Marseille, we exited the ship and were directed to the tour pick-up point. We were outside ten minutes earlier than our designated pick-up time. At pick-up time, I received a mobile phone call from our tour guide asking where we were and that I was late. I explained to the tour guide that we were outside at the tour/excursion pick-up location directly off the ship. He then told me that he had to park in a parking lot away from our pickup point. I found this a little odd as every other tour and excursion bus, private car tour, etc., were waiting at the location pick-up point directly by the ship. We followed our tour guide to our vehicle for the 8-hour tour we had booked. Instead of a private van (which was what we booked and what was promised on the website), we were escorted to a Duster. In our group, we had 4 adult men. Five total adult men, including the tour guide, in a small car. I am 6'3" and sat up front. I had to sit with my legs twisted sideways and my knees touching the dashboard. The three other men were squished in the back seat with little room. It was a 1.5-hour drive from Marseille to Avignon. Once we got to Avignon, our "tour guide" walked us up to the Palace where he told us to buy tickets to get into the Palace. Once done, we should walk to the famous bridge and then the clock tower. Text him when we were done, and he would pick us up. There was no tour; he just told us what to go see and then went back to his car. After the Palace tour, we were walking towards the famous bridge we were told to see and saw our tour guide napping in the front seat of the car. We then walked to the bridge and the clock tower as recommended by our tour guide. We then texted our tour guide that we were ready to be picked up and taken to the wineries for wine tastings that were part of the tour itinerary. Once we got on the car for the winery part of our tour, I was told to sit in the back of the car behind the tour guide (who was driving as well) because I was too tall for the front seat. I had to sit with my feet slid under the driver's seat to fit. My friend sitting in the back middle seat had to sit with his shoulders scrunched and his hands in his lap the entire ride to fit. After we pulled away, the tour guide asked us "what we wanted to do next?" We told him we wanted to go to the wineries that were part of the tour itinerary. He then said OK, and that he called ahead for a tasting and there would be wine, meats, and cheeses. We drove 40 minutes to the wine region and to the one and only winery we visited the whole tour. Keep in mind we booked the tour because the description said, "Wineries and tastings (plural)." Once we arrived, we walked in to be told by the lady working in the wine tasting room that they did not know we were coming and that a wine tasting was not possible for another hour. The tour guide looked at us again and asked us what we wanted to do. We said this all should have been planned and set up as we booked a tour. We told him we weren't from there and had no idea what to do or where to go. So, he then said he'd take us to the village, and we could have a glass of wine at a cafe. We were then hauled into the village where we were told to go have a glass of wine somewhere and that he'd come back to pick us up in 20 minutes so that he could take us back to the winery to have a tasting. We sat at a random cafe and had a glass of wine. Paid our bill so we would be ready for pick-up and taken back to the winery. I texted the tour guide that we were ready. No response to text or calls. We started to walk down different streets to see if he was asleep in the car. Still called and texting with no response. We didn't see his car, so we started looking at having to take an Uber back to the ship because we thought he left us. One hour later, he pulls around, and we asked where he was and why didn't he answer our calls and texts. He said he was out of mobile phone range. At this point, we are very upset. He then asks again what we wanted to do, and we told him we wanted to go back to the winery for a tasting. He then says he didn't think we had time for that!! The lady in the winery told us when we were there the first time, she could fit us in in one hour. So, with the drive to the cafe, the 20-minute glass of wine, and the drive back to the winery would have been one hour later. However, since the tour guide ghosted us for 1 hour, we were very late. We were very upset at this point and asked him to take us to the winery. We had traveled all the way to this famous wine region to have a couple of wonderful wine tastings. Once we arrived back at the winery, we were able to have a quick 20-minute wine tasting before the lady had to give a wine lecture and tasting to a big tour group. We then told the tour guide to take us back to the ship since we didn't have any more time to get to another winery and do a tasting. Back at the ship, we passed a dock worker who told the tour guide to drop us off at the pick-up and drop-off point for our ship. The spot we were waiting at the beginning waiting for our tour guide. He refused and went back to the parking lot away from our ship where he walked us to in the morning. This was by far the worst tour we have ever experienced. We travel around the world and take a lot of tours, especially with Viator. Everything about our tour and experience was bad. Small car that we couldn't fit in for a long drive. Tour guide didn't give us a “personal” tour. Told us to go to the famous sights and he would meet us after. Our pre-planned wine tastings were a huge failure. Nothing planned and only went to one winery. And lastly, him disappearing for 1 hour causing us to have a short wine tasting and skipping the second winery altogether. I am very disappointed with this tour and the outcome. The tour company’s name is Domitia Tours.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are very sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations. At Domitia Tours, we aim to provide every guest with a seamless, enjoyable, and memorable tour, and it’s clear we fell short in this instance. Regarding the vehicle size, we strive to ensure comfort, and we apologize if the provided vehicle was not adequate for your group. We are reviewing this situation to ensure our vehicle allocations align with guest needs in the future. We regret that there was confusion around meeting points and mobile connectivity during the tour. While connectivity issues in the region can sometimes pose challenges, it’s our responsibility to maintain consistent communication, and we apologize for any frustration caused. As for the winery visits, we understand how disappointing it must have been to visit fewer locations than anticipated. Our intention was always to provide a relaxing and fulfilling experience, and we regret that the itinerary did not meet your expectations on this occasion. We truly value your feedback and are using it as an opportunity to improve our services. If you’re open to discussing this further, please contact us directly. We would like to address your concerns personally and find a way to make amends. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust in the future. Sincerely, Domitia Tours
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by DOMITIA TOURS, who run 9 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.5.
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Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Marseille.
How much does Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting cost?
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Prices start at $1,028 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Marseille usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Marseille is not rushed.
Is Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Marseille, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting?
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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 Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting?
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Around 5 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 Marseille 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 Marseille and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting 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 Marseille 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 Marseille?
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On Outty we rank every Marseille experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Beyond Bouillabaisse: Diving into Marseille’s Multicultural Stew, Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide, Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better. 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 Marseille?
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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 Marseille?
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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 Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting?
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Included: Private tour; Driver/guide; Transport by air-conditioned minivan; and Hotel/port pickup and drop-off. Not included: Food and drinks; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 160 listed pickup locations in and around Marseille. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting offered in?
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It runs in English. 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 Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting?
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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 Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: One Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passe. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Marseille. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Full private day Avignon Chateuneuf du pape wine tasting?
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Across 13 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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