Lyon · RHONE VALLEY & COTES DU RHONE WINE TOURS
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South of Lyon the Syrah slopes of the northern Rhone rise straight from the river. These 13 Rhone Valley and Cotes du Rhone tours compare the routes: which cellars you taste in, half day against full day, group size and price, so you choose the valley day that fits your trip.
Taste Lyon through 5 regional wines from Beaujolais, Burgundy and Rhône, paired with local cheese in a small silk-loft tasting. English guide
“Excellent evening of wine education in a beautiful setting, all the wines and cheeses were delicious. Fun & learned a lot! All in English.”
Half-day Northern Rhône wine tasting from Lyon with a small group, two estates, scenic Condrieu views, and expertly paced pours in English.
“Great tour. Justine was welcoming and knowledgeable. The wineries were lovely and we even got to taste a very rare vintage at one of them.”
Small-group Northern Rhône wine day from Lyon: Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie slopes, Condrieu Viognier, plus round-trip transport.
“Two good visits att 2 nice wineyard in norhern Rohne. Very good guide and very good tastings. On the bad side: We did not understand that lunch not was part of the price until we met our guide. The lunch also took a very long time. That led to the tour was almost 8 hours instead of 6-7 hours.”
Half-day northern Rhône wine tastings from Lyon, with guided visits in Ampuis and more, plus a scenic drive through Vienne in a small group.
“Im very glad I did this! Our guide was new to the route so didnt have a ton of deep insider information, but knew enough and was very friendly. I did this as a solo female and felt totally comfortable. We covered a lot of ground in just a half day trip. I didnt feel like the wineries we visited were really the “A-list” producers of the region but they were authentic and enjoyable. The views alone make the trip worthwhile.”
Small-group Northern Rhône wine day from Lyon with Condrieu slopes, 3 estate tastings, and lunch in Tain-l’Hermitage.
“Justine was a fantastic guide who took us to outstanding vineyards, taught us a ton about the Northern Rhône Valley, and brought us to a beautiful lunch spot. We tried 5+ wines at 3 separate stops with lunch in between. We discovered small to medium-sized vineyards. The entire experience felt intimate and we met great friends along the way. I highly recommend this tour!”
A private 9-hour Rhône Valley wine day from Lyon with hotel pickup, three winery visits, and tastings focused on Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Joseph, and Condrieu.
“An unforgettable day exploring the Northern Rhône, a region where dramatic granite slopes define its exceptional wines. This tour was a deep dive into the area’s heart, perfectly paced with a great selection of producers. From the elegant Côte-Rôtie to the powerful Hermitage, and the fascinating history behind labels, we experienced the true essence of each appellation. A must-do experience for anyone passionate about wine!”
Small-group Northern Côtes du Rhône wine tour from Lyon with terraced Cote Rotie views and 3 wineries, 16–18 tastings, plus guide help.
“We took two wine tours with two different agencies. Wow , they were not comparable! We highly recommend Kanpai Wine tours and excursions with guide& owner Olivier Delalande. We visited 3 extraordinary wineries, each one brought a different taste to the palette . Each winery was welcoming, very generous with a minimum of 6-9 different wine tasting of both red and whites. Their passion for their craft and products are felt in their explicit description of the processes of making their own unique wines. The wineries that Olivier chose were smaller family ran business dating back centuries. Olivier is an expert of the region, he is very engaged with his…”
Shared Southern Burgundy wine tour from Lyon with a small group, comfy minivan, and up to 12 tastings across Beaujolais and Mâcon.
“We had a fantastic day trip with Olivier! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the two regions we visited and we enjoyed learning about the history and wine. The tastings were fun and informative too. We were trying to avoid renting a car and I know there's no way we would have had a similar experience on our own. I'd absolutely recommend this day trip to anyone!”
Château de Champ-Renard cheese and wine tour with a guided vineyard walk and tasting 4 Beaujolais wines paired with aged cheeses.
“The wine & cheese pairings were delicious. The tour guide was very friendly, spoke English well. The tour lasted about two hours. Great to learn about wine & winemaking at a small vineyard.”
Small-group Rhône Syrah tour from Lyon: taste 10+ wines, visit two wineries, and see Vienne theatre plus steep Cote Rotie slopes.
“Olivier was a wonderful and extremely knowledgeable guide and tour operator. His knowledge of the region and wines was impressive. He was very accommodating, punctual and answered all of our questions with ease. He also speaks perfect English which was a huge plus for our group. We all felt that this was one of our highlights of our visit to Lyon. The Mercedes 8 passenger van was clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend his tours.”
A focused day at Moulin-à-Vent: terrace views, a technical estate tour, vaulted 16th-century cellar, and 4 cuvées incl. an older vintage.
“Very enjoyable visit to the chateau where we saw how the wine is made and enjoyed a tasting.”
Private Cotes du Rhone day trip from Lyon with stunning Hermitage views, three wineries, and tastings of about 17–18 wines.
“What can I say about this tour with Olivier? I'll use a lot of adjectives: amazing, fascinating, awe-inspiring, thrilling, fantastic, interesting, engaging -- but most importantly, delicious!”
Private Rhône Valley wine tour from Lyon with tastings in Tain-l’Hermitage and Condrieu, then a masterclass lunch in Ampuis.
“An unforgettable day in the Northern Rhône Valley, with inspiring winemakers, exceptional wines, and a delicious local lunch. Hugo brought everything together with passion and ease — a true insider’s experience.”
