Private Half Day Wine Tour from Lyon in Beaujolais
54645P12
54645P12
54645P12
54645P12
54645P12
54645P12
54645P12
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Overview
During this exclusive experience with a passionate local insider, you’ll visit 2 wineries usually closed to the rest, each offering a unique story and exceptional wines. One stop includes a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process, where you'll gain insight into the daily life and passion of dedicated winemakers.
Additional cultural and historical stops await, tailored to your interests; like a charming chapel deeply tied to the local terroir or a privately owned medieval château open just for us.
This tour is customizable to suit your preferences, so let us know what you're looking for. Then sit back, relax, and let us take you to the very best places of Northern Beaujolais!
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Train ticket from/to Lyon or private car transfer (if option with train selected)
Itinerary
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1
Saint-Amour-Bellevue
Welcome to Beaujolais, Saint Amour is the first cru (exceptional wine area) we'll be visiting.
1h Admission free -
2
Saint-Amour-Bellevue
We'll stop at the church of the village to visit it and tell you about all the things we discovered about this place. Expect to travel in time!
20 min Admission free -
3
Chateau du Moulin-a-Vent
Moulin à Vent is known as the lord of Beaujolais wines, it was competing with Romane Conti in the late 19th century, we'll tell you the story of that. Moulin à vent means Windmill in french and guess what? There will be an authentic 15th century wind mill to be seen there!
20 min Admission free -
4
Fleurie
Fleurie is known as the most feminine cru of Beaujolais, ironically, it was put on the map by a woman last century. Depending on your mood and thirst, we'll either stop at the cooperative, that also acts as a local bar, for a tasting, or we'll head uphill to our favorite viewpoint in the vineyards, we'll pull out long chairs and open a few bottles for you to taste, one of them being from the vineyard where we'll be standing.
1h Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
We had the pleasure of having Rachel as our tour guide to the beautiful wine countryside. We were a little anxious at first about the travel plans but Rachel was so accessible and answered all our questions. She was right there when we got off the train and away we went. She listened to what we wanted out of the tour and made it so personal and enjoyable. She is extremely knowledgeable. She took us to a lovely castle to tour first and then onto the winery's for tastings. Afterwards she drove us to a few locations where we could take pictures of the most amazing views. It was loads of fun traveling around in her jeep too. The weather was perfect as was the entire day. Rachel really made it special for us. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
We had an amazing tour of the wine country with Rachel. She really listened to us and personalized it for our tastes. Wines were very good and the views were gorgeous. Highly recommend.
Melanie was very nice and accommodating us! We truly appreciate all the effort she put in in making the tour unforgettable!
What a fantastic day with Amelie! Very well planned and coordinated. Amelie picked us up at the train station and our first winery stop started in the vineyards and progressed to the tastings and then the winery operations. We actually changed to the full day tour that allowed us to visit three wineries and have lunch with one of the winemakers. Amelie and the winemakers were all very informative and knowledgeable about the entire Beaujolais area and helped us understand the complicated French classification and bottle labeling system. The tastings took place where they make their wines. Note that this is a completely different experience from the mega wineries/wine showrooms - you visit family wineries producing very limited quantities of excellent wines that the actual winemakers describe and explain why they taste the way they do. A great learning experience. Highly recommend.
We had such a special experience on our honeymoon. Melanie and the team went above and beyond. Would recommend to all!
Mélanie was fantastic! We had a great time tasting at two vineyards and exploring Beaujolais. We learned a lot about the process and the differences between the terroirs and appellations. Highly recommend!
A fantastic private tour. Our guide, Clemence, was wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable. The wineries we visited were hosted by the owners , providing great insights into the details of producing excellent wines. Highly recommended!!!
Benoit’s wine tour was the highlight of our Lyon trip and worth every penny. He crafted a unique experience based on our wine preferences. He even asked what types of local cheese we would like to sample with the last tasting. He took us to 2 wineries, one a small, family owned and the other a larger production. We learned about the wines of the area, explored the caves & production areas, then enjoyed tasting of several wines. The 4 hour tour flew by! Total trip time is about 6 hours including transportation to/from the train station to hotel. Things to note: The vintage Range Rover with the rag top was fun, so dress appropriately for getting in and out of the back. Chilled water was provided for the hot day. Bring a backpack or strong bag to carry some wine on the train because you will want to purchase these beautiful wines. Benoit planned ahead with us, meet us on the train platform, and got us back to the station . A truly customized & private wine experience as only my friend and I were on the tour. We opted for fewer wineries due to the heat, but honestly it allowed for an in-depth experience and even time with one of the owners who shared his family’s history of wine making. Priceless!
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN, FR
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 09:30, 14:30
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 54645P12
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