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France: From the Chef’s Table

14 Days from $8,290 USD / person

Delve into heady delights on your tailor-made French gastronomy tour! Explore the organic wine trails of Nice and then take a seat at the chef’s table in the famous vineyards of the Rhone Valley. Learn the art of French cooking at the Mediterranean from local masters, and enjoy burgundy-fueled excursions, sweet treat sampling in Paris, and fine dining in Champagne!

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Place

Hotel Opts

1 – 3

Nice
Highlights: Gorgeous Beachside Town, Old Town Market, Castle of Nice

Hotel Apollinaire Nice
Le Suisse

3 – 5

Avignon
Highlights: Pont d'Avignon, Avignon Cathedral, Palais des Papes

Le Limas
Le Limas

5 – 7

Lyon
Highlights: Gastronomy, Renaissance Architecture, Fashion & Nightlife

Le Phénix Hôtel
InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu

7 – 9

Beaune
Highlights: Vineyards, Chateaux & Abbeys, Biking

Hotel Abbaye de Maizières
Hôtel Henry II Beaune Centre

9 – 11

Champagne Region
Highlights: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Champagne Cellars & Vineyard Tours, Gastronomy, Architecture

Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix, Reims
Loisium Wine & Spa Hotel Champagne

11 – 14

Paris
Highlights: Eiffel Tower, The Louvre & Art Museums, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Versailles

Louison Hotel
Le Mathurin – Hôtel & Spa Paris

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Day 1 – 3

2 Nights

Nice

A Mediterranean seaside with palm trees, sunny days and balmy nights, a grand boulevard and the old-world opulence of the South of France – that’s Nice for you in a nutshell. The glittering queen of the French Riviera, Nice has attracted the bold and the bountiful to its sunny shores along the Cote d’Azur for ages. Skating or lounging on the beach, people-watching from the seaside ‘blue chairs’, kayaking or swimming in the Mediterranean – the sun and sea form the life and soul of this lovely coastal town. Seaside sports aside, the École de Nice has been equally influential in shaping the town’s popularity. Nice has been home to avant-garde artists like Henri Matisse and Chagall, also calling Picasso and Renoir to its shores over brief periods. The Musées Matisse, Chagall and d’Art Moderne form a pilgrimage for art lovers. Lovers of Niçoise cuisine are, meanwhile, rewarded with fresh produce from mussels and tuna to olives and eggplant. You can take the classic Salade Niçoise to go in a Le Pan Bagnat, enjoy an original Ratatouille or sit down to a hearty La Daube Niçoise – all washed down with a rosé wine. Issa Nissa!

Included activities

Group Explore Nice on a Segway

Discover busy markets, beautiful squares, historic buildings and other urban attractions in Nice on a Segway tour. Meet your guide at the agency and head to the Promenade des Anglais for a short training session. Hop onto the vehicle and glide along the palm-fringed oceanfront with gorgeous views of the aquamarine sea. When you reach the Opera House, leave the beautiful promenade and head to the historic Old Town, winding through a maze of narrow streets that curve between old red-tile roofed buildings. Notice the vibrant, typical Mediterranean colors as you pass by small eateries, quaint boutiques, and open markets. Ride past ancient buildings, including the Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate, Matisse’s House, Palais Lascaris and the central square Place du Palais de Justice. Continue in the direction of the Port of Nice and experience the thrill of riding in full speed up the Castle Hill. Atop the hill, enjoy the breeze, and admire the waterfall and panoramic views of the city. (Duration: 2 hrs; Times: 1100/1500 hrs; Shared Activity; Fitness level: Easy; Meeting point: 2 Rue Halévy, Nice, France 06000; Group size: Max 8 guests; Transfer not included; Minimum weight: 45 kg, Maximum weight: 118 kilos; Please note that this activity is not available to pregnant women, and is not recommended for people with internal ear problems. Please wear flat shoes and casual wear. Departure is guaranteed in case of rain. Transfer not Included; Meeting point: 2 Rue Halévy, Nice, France 06000)

Group Food and Wine Tour of Nice

Taste the fine wines and culinary delights of the French Riviera on this walking tour. Set off with your knowledgeable local guide and explore a wonderful array of local specialities. You will gain insights into the history and culture of the region. Retrace the footsteps of artists and intellectuals who walked this path, over the centuries, as you sip on Côtes de Provence wines. Discover interesting facts about French wine and master the nuances of spotting a good one. Pop into local hotspots to sample a range of regional delicacies. Take in the sights and sounds of the bustling streets and mingle with the locals. Step into a family restaurant to have your fill of freshly cooked Niçoise specialties. Enjoy more than 22 tastings and plenty of wine before it’s time to wrap up the tour with a generous helping of artisanal gelato. (Duration: half day; Time: 0945 hrs; Shared activity; Group size: max 12 ppl; No transfers; Meals included: wine and food tastings; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance)

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

2 Nights

Avignon

The graceful architecture and historical significance of Avignon has earned the centre of the city the status of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once part of the dukedom of Anjou, a vassal of the Pope, Avignon has had its share of colorful medieval history. The Avignon papacy sat not in the Roman Vatican, but in the French city of Avignon. The Catholic church’s power and influence of those ages is captured in the fort-like Palais des Papes. The other iconic feature of this charming city is the Rhône River that flows past it, with the old wooden bridge of Pont Saint-Bénézet or Pont d’Avignon spanning the river. In July, and the Festival d’Avignon, the annual summer arts festival, also attracts travelers to this lovely French city with its tree-lined squares and wooden bridges.

Included activities

Group Walking Tour of Avignon

Discover the history and heritage of Avignon on this walking tour, while accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide. Begin with a stroll along the 12th-century Pont d’Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amble through the cobblestone alleys of the historic center and pass Roure Palace and the Church of Saint Peter, with its Provencal Gothic façade. Next, visit the Pope’s Palace that was home to nine popes during the 14th-century. Hear the mysterious tales associated with this palace including stories of suicides, poisonings and superstitions. Appreciate the decorative ceramics, stained glass, sculptures and paintings of masters like Simone Martini and Matteo Giovannetti. Stop at the Avignon Cathedral nearby, a Romanesque edifice and the seat of the Archbishop of Avignon. Then, navigate toward the Place de l’Horloge that is occupied by the town hall and opera house. End your tour with a sampling of a Cotes du Rhone wine. (Duration: 3 hrs; Seasonal: Apr-Oct (only available on Mon, Wed & Fri); Time: 0930 hrs; Shared activity; No transfers; Starting point: 4 Rue Republique, 84000 Avignon; Entry fee to Pope’s Palace and a glass of wine included; Fitness level: easy; Operates subject to min 4 ppl booked; Please wear comfortable walking shoes as this tour involves walking on cobblestone streets and climbing flights of stairs)

Best of Provence & Pont du Gard Tour

Spend an enjoyable day in the picturesque Provence region known for its mountainous scenery and fragrant lavender fields. Drive past the scenic countryside to the hamlet of Roussillon that sits perched atop ochre cliffs with its colorful houses making for a striking contrast. On Thursdays, you could mingle with the locals at the weekly market while browsing through fresh produce and exquisite handicrafts. Stop to take stunning images of the hilltop village of Gordes that is home to houses and buildings made of different varieties of natural stone. Travel on to the picturesque town of Fontaine de Vaucluse for a peek at the cave where the River Sorgues originates. Head on to Pont du Gard, a well-preserved ancient Roman aqueduct bridge and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterward, journey to the breathtakingly beautiful Les Baux de Provence to explore its medieval fortress and charming cobblestone streets. You can make a short stop at Antiques in Saint Remy de Provence to photograph the two ancient Roman monuments that occupy pride of place. On Sundays, you can stop by the weekly market in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue before returning to the city by nightfall. (Full Day; Time: 0830 hrs; Group Size: Max 8 guests; Shared Activity; Fitness Level: Easy.)

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

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.

Included activities

Culinary and Cultural Exploration of Presqu’Ile

Discover culinary and cultural delights in the lively Presqu’Ile district in the heart of Lyon. Wander through the arterial commercial streets dotted with 19th century buildings that house luxury boutiques, theatres, cultural venues, and restaurants. Amble along traboules or narrow, medieval streets and admire quirky street art and listen to your guide’s explanation of the techniques, possible interpretations, and influences of the street art movement. Meet passionate local craftsmen who readily share historical snippets and local knowledge and taste their delicious artisanal products. Stop at five “bouchon lyonnais” (typical restaurants) to taste the region’s authentic brioche with praline, quenelle, craft beers, chocolates, cheeses and wines. (Duration: 3 hrs; Time: 1500 hrs; Shared Activity; Group size: Max 12 guests; Fitness Level: Easy; Five tasting breaks with more than 10 products included. Transfer not Included; Meeting Point: in front of Paul Bocuse on the Lyonnais Fresco, 2 Rue de la Martinière 69001 Lyon).

Personalized Cooking Class with Market or Traboules Visit

Enjoy an insightful gastronomic experience during this private cooking class. In the morning, make your way to the meeting point from where you will accompany your guide to the Saint-Antoine Market. Mingle with the locals as you choose seasonal ingredients and artisanal products at this outdoor market that is packed with stalls. Alternatively, you could use the time to explore the traboules, a labyrinth of hundreds of hidden corridors, passages, and stairwells spread across the city. Next head to your culinary session, where chef Thierry-Rodolphe will demonstrate how to make local dishes. This activity is suitable for novice and seasoned cooking enthusiasts, alike. Master intricate techniques and gain insight into the cultural significance of the dishes you are cooking. Later, settle down to savor the dishes you helped prepare. Begin with an appetizer, followed by a main course and a market-inspired dessert. Your meal is paired with regional wines. After the session concludes, head back to your hotel. (Duration: 6 hrs; Time: 0945 hrs; Private activity; No transfers; Starting point: Chef Lyon, 16 quai Romain Rolland 69005 Lyon; Meals included: lunch & wine; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy; Special classes for children available on request)

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

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.

Included activities

Walk Through Medieval Beaune

Discover the charming old town of Beaune set amid the vineyards of Burgundy, on this informative walk. Stroll down the medieval streets in the company of your local guide, learning about the long history and picking up interesting tidbits about the town. Did you know that an underground maze of wine cellars run below the old cobbled streets of Beaune? Visit the town’s major monuments during your walk, such as the famous Hospices de Beaune and many more such iconic structures. (Duration: 2 hrs, flexible timings; Private Activity; Transfers not included; Fitness level: Easy, walking; Please wear comfortable walking shoes).

Personalized Wine Experience Tour

Set out to discover Burgundy’s Cote d’Or wine region on the back of a Russian-manufactured Ural 72 vintage motorcycle with sidecar. Begin your tour in Meursault and travel past the Town Hall, which featured in the French film ‘La Grande Vadrouille’. Cruise along picturesque French country roads dotted with a number of Premier Crus and Lieu-dit vineyards, and head to Aloxe-Corton. Then, ride through scenic wine-country roads to Hotel Dieu – Hospices de Beaune and the village of Volnay. At photo stops along the way, your guide regales you with anecdotes and explains the area’s history. Proceed to Pommard, renowned for its vineyards planted with varieties of Pinot Noir grapes. During a wine tasting in an aging cellar, learn about the Climats of Burgundy and UNESCO-listed vineyards that date back almost 2,000 years. Later, pass through the scenic settlements of Puligny-Montrachet and Santenay, traverse Old National Route 6 and return to Meursault. (Duration: half day; Seasonal: Mar 22 – Oct 29; Available Wed-Sun; Time: 1500 hrs; Private activity & transfers; Group size: max 2 ppl; Wine tastings included; Fitness level: easy)

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

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.

Included activities

Group Tour of Champagne Region

Explore the iconic Champagne Region and visit a storied Maison as you immerse yourself in the world of French wine. Meet your local guide in the morning and set out on a scenic drive through the UNESCO world heritage Champagne vineyards. Along the way, learn about this unique ‘terroir’ and its influence on the wine. Explore Hautvillers village, the birthplace of champagne, and see the church where Dom Perignon is buried. Proceed to a family-run winery for a tour of their traditional press, tank room, and cellar, followed by a tasting of their top selling ‘cuvees’. Then it’s time for a tasting at another champagne house, accompanied by lunch. After your meal, return to Reims to visit Maison G. H. Mumm, or a similar house. Learn about the champagne making process and taste their iconic cuvee. Once your tour wraps up your guide will drop you off in Reims. (Duration: full day; Time: 0930 hrs; Shared activity; Group size: max 10 ppl; No transfers; Starting point: Tourist Office, Reims Centre train station; All entry fees are included; Meals included: lunch and seven tastings; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Min age:18; Fitness level: easy; Not available from Dec 24 – Mar 31 & May 1)

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

3 Nights

Paris

Paris, standing by the romantic River Seine, by any other name would have been just as enigmatic and iconic. The city conjures up visions of cafés, wide tree-lined avenues, riverside promenades and a proverbial night life set to a background score of lively accordions playing Edith Piaf’s La Vie en Rose. A city of lovers, artists and fashion alike, Paris has set the tune for avant garde movements down the centuries. The city has always been at the vanguard of social and creative revolutions for generations – whether in art, fashion, gastronomy and cinema or with passionate ideals of liberty and equality. The city is peppered with quintessential museums like the Louvre with their equally celebrated displays of Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Delacroix’s Liberty Leading the People, Rodin’s Thinker or Monet’s Impression, Sunrise. Stroll down its streets or sit down with a coffee and croissants at a corner café. Watch artists sketching the iconic Arc de Triomphe, fashionistas walking down the avenue des Champs-Élysées, and lovers sailing down the Seine. Peopled by towering maestros like Pablo Picasso and Modigliani to Salvador Dali and Coco Chanel, this is in Voltaire’s words: ‘the best of all possible worlds’.

Included activities

Private Tour of Chocolate and Pastry Tasting in Paris

Armed with an expert Parisian guide, dive into the world of pastries, chocolates, and candies of France in the hilltop district of Montmarte. First, visit a chocolatier and enjoy a lesson in the process of making chocolates from scratch, while tasting a variety of unique chocolate creations. Next, heading to a macaron shop, get an insight into this iconic French favorite, and try an assortment of flavors on offer. Continue to a candy shop and learn about salted butter caramels and meringues. Next, sample various flavors of organic ice creams at a parlor, and bite into traditional chocolate pastries at a bakery. Round this off by treating yourself to homemade crêpes at a popular neighborhood creperie, before dispersing. (Duration: 2.5 hrs; Private Activity; Tastings included; Fitness level: Easy; Please note that the tour itinerary and menu is subject to change based on availability and doesn’t operate on some bank holidays)

Group tour of Mastering Croissants in Paris

Learn the delicate French art of turning out the most delicious croissants to go with your morning coffee at this fun cooking class in Paris. Pick up the intricate steps that go into making the perfect croissant straight from a French master pastry chef. What’s more, by the end of the class you’ll be able to tell a croissant “au beurre” from a croissant “ordinaire” too: c’est magnifique! Before baking and tasting the world’s best croissants, learn all the tricks of the trade – right down to the kind of chocolate used for making Pains au Chocolat. Enjoy your delicious works of art in the company of steaming cups of tea and coffee, sharing stories and anecdotes on French culinary culture. Come back with a heavenly box of fresh croissants after class. (Duration: 3 hrs; Time: 1000 hrs; Shared Activity; Meeting Point: Le Foodist Cooking classes 59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris, France; Group size: Max 6 guests; Croissants & hot beverages included; Fitness level: Easy; Please inform ahead of food allergies, if any).

Group Wine and Cheese Tour of La Ferme du Faubourg

Enjoy sampling the fine wines and cheeses France is known for, during this tour. Meet your guide, who is an expert fromager, near La Ferme du Faubourg. This Paris institution is famous for its artisanal cheeses from across the country, wine pairings and cheese-making workshops. Enter the cheese shop and make yourself comfortable in the 17th-century cellar, which serves as the tasting room. Your guide will tell take your through the intricacies of making cheese and the subtle nuances between the different types. You will also learn about how a particular cheese is paired with the right French wine. Smell and taste a variety of perfectly-aged cheeses. Enhance the taste by sipping on deliciously matured wines. After the tour wraps up, head back to your hotel. (Duration: 1.5 hrs, Time: 1630 hrs; Shared activity; No transfers; Meeting Point: 41 rue du Faubourg du temple; Fitness level: easy; Meals included: cheese and wine tastings; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance)

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

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France: From the Chef’s Table

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Day 3 – 5

Day 5 – 7

Day 7 – 9

Day 9 – 11

Day 11 – 14

Nice

Avignon

Lyon

Beaune

Champagne Region

Paris

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