Côtes du Rhone Wine Trails

Day 1: Arrival in Provence – Transfer to Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Day 2: Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vineyards Loop, 6.8 mi (11 km) | Elevation: +150 m / -150 m
Day 3: Châteauneuf-du-Pape – Châteaux Vaudieu, Nalys & Solitude – Séguret, 4.4 mi (7 km) | Elevation: +100 m / -100 m
Day 4: Séguret – Gigondas – Vacqueyras, 10.6 mi (17 km) | Elevation: +350 m / -450 m
Day 5: Vacqueyras – Le Barroux, 9.3 mi (15 km) | Elevation: +420 m / -250 m
Day 6: Le Barroux – Malaucène, 8 mi (13 km) | Elevation: +500 m / -500 m
Day 7: Malaucène – Vaison-la-Romaine, 11.2 mi (18 km) | Elevation: +400 m / -280 m
Day 8: Departure from Vaison-la-Romaine

Every effort is made to update the routes; however, changes can occur on the ground due to various factors such as fallen trees, adverse weather conditions, or human activity. These factors can affect path signage.

Day 1: Arrival in Provence – Transfer to Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Arrive independently in Avignon. At 4 pm, a private transfer will be organized from the Avignon Tourist Office (approximately a 5-minute walk from the train station) directly to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where you will stay for the next two nights.

Your local representative will contact you by phone or WhatsApp to review the itinerary and answer any questions.

Sample accommodation: The Wine B&B (Standard) / Château les Fines Roches (Upgraded)

Day 2: Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vineyards Loop, 6.8 mi (11 km) | Elevation: +150 m / -150 m
Walk through the famous vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, following tracks scattered with the region’s iconic red stones, which help produce the area’s powerful and spicy red wines. We recommend the full loop walk passing the renowned Château Mont Redon estate.

The afternoon is free to explore the village, visit wine shops, or relax at a café.

Optional: Half-day guided wine tour with a local wine expert (morning or afternoon), ideal on days 2 or 3.

Walking time: approx. 4h15
Sample accommodation: The Wine B&B (Standard) / Château les Fines Roches (Upgraded)

Day 3: Châteauneuf-du-Pape – Châteaux Vaudieu, Nalys & Solitude – Séguret, 4.4 mi (7 km) | Elevation: +100 m / -100 m
This morning’s walk explores the heart of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, passing vineyards belonging to historic estates such as Vaudieu, Nalys, and Solitude, with opportunities for wine tasting depending on estate opening days.

Optional: A half-day guided wine tour with a local wine expert can be booked in the morning or afternoon, offering deeper insight into the region’s terroir and winemaking traditions.

In the afternoon, a private transfer takes you to Séguret, one of the most beautiful villages in France. You stay at a scenic wine estate located at the foot of the village, featuring a restaurant, terrace, swimming pool, and sweeping vineyard views.

Walking time: approx. 2h45
Sample accommodation: Domaine de Cabasse

Day 4: Séguret – Gigondas – Vacqueyras, 10.6 mi (17 km) | Elevation: +350 m / -450 m
Depart on foot from Séguret, walking along quiet farm tracks above the Rhône Valley toward Gigondas, famous for its bold red wines. The route then climbs toward the dramatic limestone formations of the Dentelles de Montmirail, before descending into Vacqueyras.

Walking time: approx. 5h30
Sample accommodation: Hôtel Le Pradet (Standard) / Hôtel Le Montmirail (Upgraded)

Day 5: Vacqueyras – Le Barroux, 9.3 mi (15 km) | Elevation: +420 m / -250 m
Continue through untamed hillsides and past the ruins of an old church near ancient cave dwellings before reaching Beaumes-de-Venise, renowned for its Muscat wines. The walk then continues to the hilltop village of Le Barroux, crowned by its 12th-century castle.

You stay at Hotel Les Géraniums, located in the small and picturesque village of Le Barroux, and enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.

Walking time: approx. 5h
Sample accommodation: Hotel Les Géraniums

Day 6: Le Barroux – Malaucène, 8 mi (13 km) | Elevation: +500 m / -500 m
With the impressive silhouette of Mont Ventoux as your backdrop, today’s walk follows shaded forest paths through pine and cedar woodland. You reach the historic Chapel of Piaut before descending toward Malaucène.

An optional longer loop walk into the forested northern slopes of Mont Ventoux is available for those seeking a more challenging day.

Walking time: approx. 4h30
Sample accommodation: Le Pont de l’Orme (Standard) / Domaine des Tilleuls (Upgraded)

Day 7: Malaucène – Vaison-la-Romaine, 11.2 mi (18 km) | Elevation: +400 m / -280 m
Walk north through hills scented with thyme and rosemary toward the perched village of Le Crestet, then continue to Vaison-la-Romaine. Take time to explore the extensive Gallo-Roman ruins and medieval old town.

Walking time: approx. 5h30
Sample accommodation: L’Evêché (Standard) / Le Beffroi (Upgraded)

Day 8: Departure from Vaison-la-Romaine
If your departure falls on a Tuesday, do not miss Vaison-la-Romaine’s lively morning market. The tour ends after breakfast. Bus connections are available to Orange TGV, Carpentras, or Avignon for onward travel.

Please note: Wine estate opening days and hours vary and may affect wine tastings during the walks.

Château Vaudieu & Château de Solitude
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
Typical opening hours: 9:00–12:30 and 14:00–17:30

Château Nalys
Closed on Sundays and public holidays
Opening hours: 10:00–12:30 and 13:30–18:00
Wine tasting fee: approximately €10 per person (advance booking required)

Château Mont Redon
Open seven days a week from March to October
Closed on Sundays and public holidays outside this period
Typical opening hours: 9:00–19:00

If your trip begins with the first walk on a Sunday, we recommend starting with the Mont Redon vineyard loop, as this is the only estate open on Sundays. The vineyard walk passing Vaudieu, Nalys, and Solitude is best done on a weekday.

For this reason, we do not recommend starting the tour on a Friday, as spending a full weekend in Châteauneuf-du-Pape can limit wine tasting opportunities during the walks. Please note that wine tastings remain widely available in the village itself.

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You will stay at local small-size and family-run hotels and B&Bs. All of them are handpicked with a strict criterion of comfort, hospitality, and authenticity. It is possible to upgrade in Chateauneuf du Pape, Malaucène, & Vaison la Romaine. You can find the names of the preferred hotels for each day in the tour itinerary. Upon booking, any changes that need to be made due to availability will be subject to your approval before official confirmation