Arrival to Paris
As they say, Paris is always a good idea! Bonjour and welcome to the most romantic city in the world and the charming capital of France - Paris!
Upon arrival, your driver meets you and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in.
Later today you meet your private guide at the hotel lobby and start a 2-hour walking tour of Marais District dedicated to craftsmanship in Paris. Away from the large retailers and avenues today you meet several craftsmen and learn about their original designs and expertise. They tell you all about their passion and present you their creations and masterpieces would it be clothes, hats, leather, coffee, chocolate, metal craft. Enjoy your guided walk in an authentic Paris district.
After the tour, you return to the hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.
Tour of Versailles Magnifique
Following breakfast at your hotel, meet your guide in the lobby for a day tour to the famous residence of French kings. Together with your experienced guide, you take a short train ride to taste what it means to be a local, and appear in the heart of Versailles in just 1 hour*.
Prepare to be awestruck as you step inside the Palace of Versailles, marveling at its grandiose opulence. Wander through the iconic Hall of Mirrors, where the historic Treaty of Versailles was signed, and explore the actual rooms once occupied by the extravagant King Louis XIV. As you absorb the rich history and breathtaking beauty, take a well-deserved break for coffee and delectable snacks (not included). Indulge in the flavors of France, savoring the moment amidst the splendor of the palace grounds.
With renewed energy, continue your exploration, strolling through the world-famous Le Notre gardens, admiring the majestic exterior of the Grand Trianon, and venturing inside the enchanting Petit Trianon, Marie-Antoinette's cherished estate. After the tour, you are taken back to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.
*Round trip by the train can be replaced with a private driver. Refer to your travel specialist for more details.
Departure
Following breakfast at your hotel, meet your driver for a transfer to the train station and board a train to Reims.
Arrival
Upon arrival, you are met by your guide-driver and go on a sightseeing tour of main attractions of the Champagne region that is bubbling over with heritage sites and fine Champagne.
During the tour you get to visit two famous Champagne houses as well as one smaller local producer to have an excellent overview of the process of making world-class Champagne, its history and have a Champagne tasting.
Then continue to Reims to see its main sight from inside and outside, the Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims. This Gothic cathedral was the site of 25 coronations of the kings of France, from Louis VIII in 1223 to Charles X in 1825.
After the tour, you are taken back to the hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Departure
After breakfast in the hotel, you check out and your driver takes you to Dijon.
Arrival
Upon arrival meet your private guide and start an exciting trip to Côte de Nuits region - a birthplace for prestigious red and white wines of Burgundy. As a highlight of the day, you have a prestige tasting in a private wine cellar and tasting of a range of vintages (red wines) at an estate.
After the tour you return to Dijon and have the rest of the day free.
Tour to Côte de Beaune
Following breakfast at the hotel, you meet your private driver-guide and travel to Ladoix-Serrigny and the hillsides of the Maranges in the gorgeous Côte de Beaune wine-growing region.
It produces red and white wines that are internationally renowned and their reputation also extends to the town of Beaune, a historical center where you discover all the secrets of the Bourgogne wine-growing region. During the tour, you visit three family Estate wineries for a personal tasting.
After the tour you are transferred back to your hotel and have the rest of the evening free.
Departure
After breakfast in the hotel, you check out and your driver takes you to the train station, where you board a train to Paris.
Arrival to Paris
Upon arrival, your driver meets you and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in.
Later today you meet your private guide at the hotel and start a Paris Chocolate & Pastry tour, where you'll indulge in a variety of classic French desserts and sweets. From artisanal chocolates to delectable macarons and award-winning pastries, savor an explosion of treats that will surely make your taste buds sing. Cap off your culinary adventure with the creamiest ice creams, ensuring your happiness is truly fulfilled.
After the tour, you will return to your hotel or continue exploring Paris on your own.
In the evening, indulge in a romantic gastronomic dinner cruise along the Seine River, immersing yourself in the beauty of Paris from a unique perspective. As you glide along the tranquil waters, marvel at iconic landmarks such as the Grand Palais, Petit Palais, and Musée d’Orsay, with the unparalleled Eiffel Tower towering over the cityscape. Admire picturesque bridges like the Pont d’Iéna, Pont Neuf, and the remarkable Pont Alexandre III, completing your unforgettable journey through the heart of Paris.
After the cruise, you will have a transfer back to your hotel.
Departure
This is the last day of your gastronomic tour of France. Your driver meets you at your accommodation and takes you to the airport for your flight back home.