CRAFTING THE TOUR YOU WANT!

Here are some alternate destinations in the areas we visit.

Chateauneuf-du-pape area:

Side trip to Tavel for rose wines (2 hrs min.)
Visit to a local chocolatier for a pairing of wine and chocolate
Visit to the wine museum showing the history of winemaking in Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Hill Towns of the Cotes du Rhone:

Visit to the Cave Cooperative in Cairanne, with its ‘5 Senses’ introduction to knowing and understanding wine
Visit the hill town of Seguret, with its panoramic view of the Rhone valley
Visit to the Moulin d’Huile in Beaumes de Venise – famous for its olive oil
Visit to the Cave Cooperative de Ventoux, in Bedoin – entry to Mt. Ventoux for the Tour de France

Luberon Valley:

Visit to a local Moulin d’ Huile for olive oil
Visit to others of the small hill-top villages, ie. La Coste, Gordes

Other Possibilities:

Provencal market – schedule permitting
Summit of Mt. Ventoux – weather and schedule permitting

Other tours:

An Absolutely Marvelous Day

"I wanted to do something very special for my husband's 73rd birthday. Doug gave us a day we will always remember. We loved our tour! We had an absolutely marvelous day--delectable wines, beautiful landscapes and villages, informative narrative, and great company. This is the perfect way to really appreciate the area and enjoy wine tasting."

Fantastic wine experience

"We were staying in Provence for a week and wanted to be introduced to the local wines. What a great day! It was so delightful to leave the driving and choices to someone else for a change."

Highlight of a 3-Week French Vacation

"Doug was the complete professional guide. He tailored our visit to our interests and sorted through the vastness of potential tastes to give us the overview we sought. His knowledge was invaluable and delivered with class."