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Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day

4.9 · 124 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Lyon Operated by Rhône Trip Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
4h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, French
Start & pickup
09:00, 14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A half day in the southern Beaujolais where the golden limestone villages catch the light, with a local guide, an air conditioned vehicle from Lyon and measured tastings of the region's fruity reds.

Lunch is not included; infant seats are available and the tour is not recommended in pregnancy. 4.91 from 124 reviews at €109 per person.

Best for: Golden stone Oingt and the southern vineyards with a local guide and transport from Lyon in 4h at €109 per person; lunch extra. 4.91, 124 reviews. Beaujolais Wine Tours comparison

Trade-off: Lunch extra; two villages only.

In our comparison: #8 of 16 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 24, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €109 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Local guide
  • Tranportation
  • Dose de dégustation 3 cl/verre
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
124 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 122 of 124

Star breakdown of all 124 ratings

5 stars
117 · 94%
4 stars
5 · 4%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the wines, welcoming producers and knowledgeable guides; some struggled to follow parts of the commentary.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who explain the region and make winemaking approachable
  • Welcoming family wineries and conversations with the producers
  • Varied wines and generous tastings, often accompanied by cheese or charcuterie
  • Vineyard landscapes and countryside views along the drive
  • Small groups that make it easy to chat with fellow travellers

Complaints

  • Some struggled to follow parts of the commentary, while others praised clear explanations

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (14 July 2023 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is at the office de tourisme building, across the street in front on the Hotel royal Lyon, M-Gallery (20 Place Bellecour, Lyon) · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 14:00 on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Rhône Trip; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Called the french Tuscany, the south of the Beaujolais is warm with its golden stone which shines in the sun. This limestone, full of iron oxide reflects light in the heart of the green vineyards. Come and taste a voluptuous and fruity wine !

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #8 of 16€1094h4.91 (124)shared
Guided tour and wine tasting Northern Rhône Valley€1194h 15m4.95 (243)shared
Full Day Private Tour of Beaujolais by vintage Land Rover€4908h4.99 (89)private
Guided Day Tour and Wine Tasting Northern Rhône Valley€1698h 30m5.0 (65)shared

Ranked #8 of 16 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €99 to €490, median €139; typical length 5h 15m. 3 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 16 Day Trips

From €109 per adult