Enchanting Travels France Tours September to harvest vineyards

France: From the Chef’s Table

14 Days from $8,290 USD / person

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 – 3

International Arrival

You will be transferred from Nice airport to your hotel in a private vehicle

2 Nights

Nice

Nice sits along the Baie des Anges, where the Alps drop into the Mediterranean on the sun-soaked Côte d’Azur. The city takes its name from Nikaia, a nod to Nike, the Greek goddess of victory. For centuries it passed between Provençal, Savoyard and Italian rulers before joining France in 1860. That past is showcased in the ochre facades of the old town, where alleys open onto grand Belle Epoque boulevards. The people here are laidback, and many families have worked the markets, fishing boats and perfume trades for generations. The Cours Saleya market offers fresh flowers, olives and spices, and antiques on Mondays. At a lively cafe terrace, savor a lazy lunch of warm socca and salade niçoise. As the day approaches sunset, walk the Promenade des Anglais. A short climb from the old town leads to Castle Hill, topped with ruins and offering sweeping views over the bay. Nice also makes a good base for exploring Èze, Villefranche-sur-Mer and Monaco.

Hotel options

Hotel Apollinaire Nice – Opt 1
Room Superior
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Le Suisse – Opt 2
Room Superior Sea View Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Beach Resort
Day 3 – 5

You will be transferred from your hotel to Nice train station in a private vehicle

Board your train from Nice (Ville) to Avignon (TGV) (Duration: 4 hrs)

You will be transferred from the Avignon train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

2 Nights

Avignon

Avignon lies on the left bank of the Rhone River in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. This city served as the seat of the Catholic popes for most of the 14th century, leaving behind the massive, fortress-like Palais des Papes that dominates the city center to this day. In the old town, ochre and cream buildings line the narrow streets. The historic Rue des Teinturiers runs alongside a quiet canal turned by ancient waterwheels. At a terrace table, slow down to savor regional flavors such as savory tapenade, brandade de morue and a glass of nearby Côtes du Rhône wine. A short climb leads to the Rocher des Doms hilltop gardens, offering sweeping views over the water, the old bridge below and the hills beyond. Avignon also makes for a good base to explore nearby Roman ruins, world-class vineyards and the idyllic villages of the Provençal countryside.

Hotel options

Le Limas – Opt 1
Room The Fireplace Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Guest house
Le Limas – Opt 2
Room The Fireplace Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Guest house
Day 5 – 7

You will be transferred from your hotel to Avignon train station in a private vehicle

Board your train from Avignon (TGV) to Lyon (Part Dieu, Standard Class)

You will be transferred from the Lyon train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

2 Nights

Lyon

Lyon is the gastronomic capital of France, standing at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Tracing its roots back two millennia to its Roman avatar as Lugdunum, this vibrant city has always functioned as the industrial and commercial backbone of the nation down the centuries. Apart from the ancient Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules and the remarkable Renaissance architecture of Old Lyon, the modern city offers trendy fashion outlets, distinctive gourmet flavor and a buzzing nightlife. Catch an avant garde artistic performance, drop by some wonderful museums and sample the city’s sophisticated gastronomic creations. Make the most of your visit by making a pit stop at a quintessential Lyonnais bouchon to relish a plate of duck pâté or roast pork with a salad lyonnaise or sausages on the side, washed down with a bottle of the region’s best sparkling wine.

Hotel options

Le Phénix Hôtel – Opt 1
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Heritage
InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu – Opt 2
Room Executive River View
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Day 7 – 9

You will be transferred from the Lyon train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

Board your train from Lyon (Part Dieu) to Beaune (Duration: 2 hrs, Standard Class)

You will be transferred from the Beaune train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

2 Nights

Beaune

Located right in the heart of Burgundy’s Côte d’Or vineyards, the old medieval town of Beaune lives and breathes for the ‘draught of vintage tasting of Flora and the country green’. Wine may very well be flowing through the veins of its cobblestoned streets and maturing beneath its old tiled roof houses. One is not, in fact, very far from the truth because the old city does sport a subterranean maze of wine cellars that goes back to the medieval era! It is hardly surprising that Beaune is one of the best places in the country for wine tasting tours. This beautiful city’s second claim to fame is the medieval Hôtel-Dieu or Hospices de Beaune, a former charitable hospital. At present, the building functions as a charming museum. The city has managed to blend its two loves into a popular tradition: its annual wine auction is held on the grounds of the former hospital.

Hotel options

Hotel Abbaye de Maizières – Opt 1
Room Deluxe Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Hôtel Henry II Beaune Centre – Opt 2
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Day 9 – 11

You will be transferred from your hotel to Beaune train station in a private vehicle

Board your train from Beaune to Champagne Region (Champagne Ardenne) (Duration: 5.5 hrs)

You will be transferred from the Champagne Region train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

2 Nights

Champagne Region

The UNESCO World Heritage site of the Champagne Region is best known for its globally renowned product: champagne. World over, champagne’s is recognized as a ‘geographical indication’ with the ‘champagne’ label only famously used for sparkling wine produced in the this region of France. The County of Champagne, meanwhile, traces its roots to the early medieval kingdom of Austrasia that was annexed to the French crown in the 1300s. Right from the early ages, the region has been famed for its hillside vineyards and its strictly regulated methods of metamorphosing those pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay grapes into (what else?) – champagne. It is this ‘Method Champenois’ that connects champagne to its rich history, geographical location and image très luxueux. While in the region, traveling through the beautiful rural countryside and visiting old family-run champagne cellars and vineyards are a sensuous treat.

Hotel options

Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix, Reims – Opt 1
Room Privilege Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Loisium Wine & Spa Hotel Champagne – Opt 2
Room Prestige Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Lodge
Day 11 – 14

You will be transferred from your hotel to Champagne Region train station in a private vehicle

Board your train from Champagne Region (Champagne Ardenne) to Paris (Est, Standard Class)

You will be transferred from the Paris train station to your hotel in a private vehicle

3 Nights

Paris

Paris is a city of artists, writers and poets, of lovers, dreamers and romantics. Known as the City of Lights, it is home to the Louvre, the most celebrated museum in the world, which houses the Mona Lisa, the most celebrated painting in the world. The Musée d’Orsay, located on the west bank of the River Seine, contains the largest collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces to be found anywhere. Majestic buildings appear everywhere you walk. The Eiffel Tower rises over 1,000ft and is the enduring symbol of the city. The Arc de Triomphe stands proudly at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, one of the world’s most beautiful avenues. The Notre Dame Cathedral is a fine example of Gothic architecture, while the Palace of Versailles is a testament to the brilliance of French classical architecture. Then, there is the food. For centuries Paris has been a gastronomic paradise, serving dishes meticulously prepared to the highest standards. It is also an international fashion capital, boasting design houses such as Chanel and Dior, and luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Hermés, and Cartier.

Hotel options

Louison Hotel – Opt 1
Room Prestige Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Le Mathurin – Hôtel & Spa Paris – Opt 2
Room Deluxe Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International

You will be transferred from your hotel to Paris airport in a private vehicle

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $8,290 USD / person

Option 2

From $9,890 USD / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
  • Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
  • Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Visa and tourism fees
  • Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
  • International airfare
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