Take a culinary deep dive into France’s finest gastronomic traditions with our French Gourmet Journey. From the streets of Paris to the vineyards of Bordeaux, this tour lets you savor iconic French dishes, visit markets, and enjoy unforgettable wine tastings.
Highlights:
Wine and cheese tastings in Bordeaux
Exclusive cooking classes in Paris
Croissant and patisserie workshops
Historical and culinary tour of Lyon
Experience the best of French cuisine, from the wine cellars of Bordeaux to the patisseries of Paris.
What’s Included:
✔ 6 nights in high-end hotels
✔ Wine tastings in Bordeaux & Champagne
✔ Cooking class in Paris
✔ Market visits and gourmet dinners
Dates:
Year-round
Duration:
7 Days / 6 Nights
Price:
From $5,600 per person
Accommodation:
Luxury hotels in Paris, Bordeaux, and Lyon
Day 1: Arrival in Paris – Gourmet Walking Tour
Arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Private transfer to a luxury 5-star hotel in central Paris
Gourmet Walking Tour: Discover Parisian culinary treasures with stops at:
A traditional pâtisserie for croissants and éclairs
A fromagerie to sample artisanal cheeses
A chocolaterie for handmade truffles
A wine bar for a guided tasting of French wines
Welcome Dinner: Enjoy a multi-course French meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant
Overnight stay in Paris
Day 2: Bordeaux Wine Experience
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Train to Bordeaux (TGV First Class)
Private transfer to a luxury boutique hotel in the city center
Château Wine Tour #1: Exclusive tasting at a prestigious Grand Cru Classé winery in Saint-Émilion
Lunch in a Vineyard: Enjoy a gourmet meal paired with fine Bordeaux wines
Château Wine Tour #2: Visit a family-owned estate specializing in Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blends
Evening at leisure in Bordeaux
Overnight stay in Bordeaux
Day 3: Champagne Vineyard Experience
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
High-speed train to Champagne (Reims)
Champagne Tasting #1: Tour of a historic Champagne house, tasting vintage cuvées
Champagne Tasting #2: Visit a boutique producer known for Blanc de Blancs
Gourmet Lunch at a Champagne Estate, paired with premium champagnes
Private transfer back to Paris, evening at leisure
Overnight stay in Paris
Day 4: Cooking Class in Paris
Breakfast at the hotel
Hands-On French Cooking Class:
Learn to prepare classic French dishes, such as Coq au Vin or Duck à l'Orange
Hands-on dessert-making session: Mastering crème brûlée and tarte Tatin
Lunch: Enjoy the meal you've prepared, paired with selected French wines
Afternoon at Leisure: Explore the Louvre, Seine River banks, or Montmartre
Optional Activity: Private pastry-making workshop in a Parisian patisserie
Free evening for independent dining
Overnight stay in Paris
Day 5: Lyon’s Bouchon Dining & Culinary Heritage
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Train to Lyon (TGV First Class)
Check-in at a luxury 5-star hotel in Lyon’s historic district
Old Lyon Food Market Tour:
Discover fresh produce, cheeses, and charcuterie at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
Learn about Lyon’s bouchons (traditional Lyonnaise bistros)
Traditional Bouchon Dinner: Enjoy quenelles, andouillette, and tarte aux pralines paired with local wines
Overnight stay in Lyon
Day 6: Seine River Cruise & Farewell Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Train back to Paris
Afternoon at leisure for last-minute shopping or museum visits
Seine River Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a gourmet farewell dinner while cruising past Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre
Overnight stay in Paris
Day 7: Departure from Paris
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Private transfer to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
End of tour
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