Rhône Valley Wine & Truffle Tour
Description
Embark on a culinary exploration featuring truffles, wines, and medieval towns as you journey through the stunning Rhône Valley, crafted for those with discerning tastes.
Details of the Wine & Truffle Experience
We will convene at 2 Rue de Rhodes in the heart of Montpellier. Once assembled, we will board our transport for a scenic drive of around 1.5 hours that leads us deep into the Rhône Valley. Let the adventure commence!
Our initial destination is a traditional truffle farm, where a guided tour lasting 30 minutes will allow us to uncover the mysteries of truffles. You’ll discover their cultivation process, the art of foraging, and why black truffles are considered a gourmet delight.
Next, you will engage in a brief cooking class centered on truffles. In this 30-minute session, you’ll prepare a delicious omelette infused with truffles and truffled cheese, which will later be savored during a gourmet lunch. This meal features an appetizer, a main course, cheese, dessert, wine, and coffee, offering an exquisite tasting experience.
Post-lunch, we’ll venture to the picturesque village of Aiguèze. Here, you’ll have one hour of leisure to wander its cobbled streets, appreciate the charming medieval architecture, and take in the breathtaking sights of the Ardèche Canyons.
The tour will conclude with a visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, renowned for its exceptional wines. We’ll explore a sought-after wine estate, where a tour of the vineyard and facilities awaits, followed by a delightful wine tasting of the region's finest cuvées. This experience is the perfect finale for our day trip!
Ultimately, we will return to Montpellier after a fulfilling 7-hour excursion filled with flavors, history, and breathtaking views, bidding farewell after a memorable day.
What's included
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking guide
- Lunch
- Truffle cooking class
- Wine tasting
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, you must head to Rue de Rhodes, number 2. Please arrive at least día 10 minutes beforehand.
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