Chateauneuf du Pape, Senanque Abbey

Chateauneuf du Pape
Off on a magic day to the world famous village of Chateauneuf du Pape and the mediaeval abbey of Senanque. Located at abou 30 minutes from Avignon, you will visit Chateauneuf du Pape and walk along its narrow sinuous streets punctuated by beautiful fountains, a castle from the 14th. century, medieval chapels and, of course, tasting one of the best wines of France: Châteuneuf du Pape.

Vine cultivation, already known to the Gauls, was widely developed by the Romans. Monks were the first to clear the land and cultivate these vineyards and Bishops were instrumental in extending vine cultivation. Here you will have a 3 glass wine tasting session in a selected winery.

Lunch
Reservations at a well know gourmet restaurant with a unique panoramic view over the Rhône river valley!

Drive to Senanque Abbey
After lunch you will take a pleasant drive across lavender covered valleys and fields that will lead you to one of the jewels of Provence: the medieval abbey of Senanque.

Sitting at the bottom of a deep valley, Notre-Dame de Senanque remains one of the purest examples of early Cistercian architecture, still alive and still standing. The entire 12th Century building is open for visits: the abbey church, cloister, dormitory, chapter house and cale factory. Since returning in 1988, a community of Cistercian monks has lived and prayed here.

We'll end our day driving back to Avignon through fruits orchards and poppies fields.

Includes
- Entrance Fees
- Lunch
- Afternoon Coffee

Please note
Priced for 2 - Supplement for additional guests. Supplement possible depending on hotel location.

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