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Beaujolais Crus Wines & Castles (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon

4.9(38 reviews)
4h 30minFree cancellation

Description

Brouilly, Morgon, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Moulin-a-Vent, Juliénas, etc. Welcome to the Northern Beaujolais Region where the elite Gamay wines called "crus" are produced! Along this wine tour, as you drive through charming towns with beautiful castles, let us introduce you to some of the most renowned Beaujolais wines at a small family winery & in the magnificent cellar of a Chateau Estate:

Highlights

  • Private and Luxury
  • Food & Drink
  • Small Group
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Bus Tours
  • Wine Tours
  • Wine Tastings
  • Half-day Tours
  • Seasonal

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese, Francese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Wine tasting included (9/10 wines)
  • Guiding in English and French language.
  • Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
  • High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning

Not included

  • -

Itinerary

  1. 1

    At 1:50 pm, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you i

    At 1:50 pm, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme building 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 wine to the Northern Beaujolais.

    10 min
  2. 2

    Start the journey travelling on the beautiful Beaujolais "Ro

    Start the journey travelling on the beautiful Beaujolais "Route des Vins" and with your guide learn about the "terroir" (french philosphy for wine) and the different characteristics of the Beaujolais "crus" wines appellations. Pass the Mont Brouilly, a strikingly beautiful dormant volcano covered by secular vineyards.

    Pass by, no stop
  3. 3

    At 3:15 pm, push the door of a small family winery, meet a p

    At 3:15 pm, push the door of a small family winery, meet a passionate wine-maker and learn the different steps of the unique wine making process of Beaujolais called "semi-carbonic" maceration. Then, go to the nicely decorated caveau (wine-tasting room) to enjoy several crus Beaujolais wines from different vintages.

    1h
  4. 4

    Then, cross Morgon and travel to La Madone Chapel in Fleurie

    Then, cross Morgon and travel to La Madone Chapel in Fleurie town to enjoy a breathtaking panaroma of the Beaujolais wine region: on clear days, you may have the chance to see the Alps and the Mount Blanc!

    10 min
  5. 5

    Travel again on the Beaujolais wine road, pass Moulin-à-Vent

    Travel again on the Beaujolais wine road, pass Moulin-à-Vent and then reach Chénas town to discover the amazing cellar of a Chateau Wine Estate full of oak barrels. It is time to savor beautiful Crus wines as your guide describe them and tell you about their aromas, balance and complexity ... Just unforgettable!

    45 min
  6. 6

    At 6:30 pm, your guide will drop you off at Lyon Office de T

    At 6:30 pm, your guide will drop you off at Lyon Office de Tourism Building, at Bellecour Square. A must do wine tour!

    5 min

Useful information

  • 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
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto0-99 anni
    109

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