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1. Champagne: From the Vineyard to your own bottle full experience
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This experience is a seldomly all inclusive experience from the vineyard, to the champagne process making ending with your own half bottle of Champagne. Don't miss this opportunity to learn all about Champagne !
Inclusions: Taste up to 5 Champagnes !!!
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2. Saint Emilion: Food and wine escape
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Enjoy a nice escape in the Saint Emilion region with food and wines, the perfect trip for all the epicurians looking for a convivial discovering and sharing experience.
Inclusions: Tour guide / Driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guided tour of Saint-Emilion village, Visit of 2 wineries, Wine tastings, Picnic lunch at the château
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Reviewed By cakegirl66
We loved our morning. Julie, our guide, worked so hard speaking in both English, for us, and French for the Belgian ladies who were in the tour with us, telling us about Bordeaux (history and current) and wine as well as happily answering our questions. The chateaux were interesting and the wine tasting enjoyable, sitting on a terrace overlooking the vineyards. The second part of our trip was a visit to St. Emilion village, brilliantly guided by Julie. She even kindly dropped us off at the railway station on the way back.
3. Saint-Emilion Small-Group Afternoon Wine Tour (5h)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Spend a half-day ( 5 hours) in the charming countryside of Saint-Emilion on a trip from Bordeaux. You will travel as a small group of 2-8 people. On this trip you will visit the village of Saint-Emilion as well as 2 x Chateau for a tour and wine tastings. You will taste 4-6 wines (2-4cl per glass). In the village of Saint-Emilion I will give you a guided tour and let you take in its breathtaking views of the countryside. At each winery I will introduce you to the "Responsable Oenotourisme" of the Château. You will have an introduction about the history of the estate, view the vineyards and vat room, and learn about the process of wine-making at the chateau. The tour will end with a commented tasting of the Château wines (2-4 wines). Our itinerary will be as follows Transport from Place du Stalingrad to Saint-Emilion Visit to a Chateau for tour and tastings Tour of Village of Saint-Emilion. Visit to another Chateau for tour and tastings Transport back to Bordeaux.
Inclusions: Short walking tour of Saint-Emilion, Transport in A/C car or minivan, Admission to winerys and tastings included, Tasting of 4-6 wines (2-4cl)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses and insurance, Admission or tour of Monolithic Church in Saint-Emilion
Reviewed By pensfromutah
Informative walking tour with Mark in Bordeaux. We learned much about the city and about wine in the region. It was a very pleasurable morning with him
4. Reims: Champagne Day Trip with E-Bike including Family-run Winery and Lunch
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
9.00am: meet your guide in front of the tourist office of Reims centre train station. If you arrive by train, go to the REIMS CENTER exit. Your guide will drive you to Epernay, the capital of Champagne and the famous Avenue de Champagne, where several prestigious Champagne Houses are located. Your bikes will allow you to explore some of Champagne’s most remote locations. You will then discover the village of Hautvillers, birthplace of Champagne, and its famous Church. Taste different Champagnes from a family-run winery where you will discover the Champagne making process. Immerse yourself into the french lifestyle with a traditional lunch which consists in homemade regional specialties paired with a variety of Champagnes. After a day full of experiences and precious memories, your guide will drop you off at 4.45 pm (from Reims). If the bike tour is affected by weather, it will be adjusted accordingly (schedule adapted or minivan instead of bikes)
Inclusions: E-Bikes & Helmet, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, 6 Champagne wines tasted during the day, Traditional lunch, Personal guide, Pickup and drop-off in Reims, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By snise96
10/10! Definitely recommend doing the virtual tasting tour with Tom, who did a wonderful job creating an immersive experience online. He is highly knowledgable and passionate when it comes to all things champagne and not to mention, he's easy on the eyes. Can't wait to do a tour with A la Francaise again in the future :)
5. Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
VISIT OUR WEBSITE for a full list of our tours! Explore Toulouse's largest covered market with a certified French Wine Scholar and ex-cheesemonger. I'm a native English speaker that has learned the secrets of French market shopping in my adopted hometown so that I can share them with you. On this tour, you'll get a taste of local life in Toulouse as you discover local wines and cheeses, learn how to spot a good baguette, sample unique local specialties, and encounter passionate local artisans and businesses. Afterwards, you'll get a detailed email recap, as well as other personalized resources and recommendations so that you can continue your own gourmet adventures! We'll be eating on our feet, as there is NO SEATING in the market - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time. Please alert me at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol.
Inclusions: We'll do some tastings along the way, with some of our market purchases reserved for our large tasting at the end of the tour., The tours ends with a substantial tasting of cheese, charcuterie, foie gras and bread - plus a sweet treat for dessert! No need for lunch afterwards. Vegetarians welcome., Guests over 18 will enjoy at least 2 local wines (usually one white, one red) that are paired with the cheeses that we buy. Non-alcoholic alternatives available with advance notice., Personalized guide for a small group of maximum 8 people, Personalized email recap of the tour with additional recommendations
Exclusions: To reduce environmental waste, we don’t distribute plastic water bottles, so if you would like water during the tour, please bring a reusable water bottle with you.
Reviewed By EiBazz
I highly recommend Jessica’s French Cheese 101 on-line workshop. Jessica’s enthusiasm is contagious and her knowledge of all that makes cheese “French” (ie delectable) is extraordinary ! The seminar was delightful & delicious!
6. Champagne Day Trip to Moët & Chandon and Family Winery with Lunch from Reims
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5.0 based on 93 reviews
Live an exceptional champagne day starting in Reims. Visit the most world famous Champagne producer, Moët & Chandon. Drive through the beautiful Avenue of Champagne full of prestigious Champagne Houses. Explore the countryside and admire the UNESCO vineyards of Champagne. Find out how the champagne was discovered at the birthplace of Champagne. Discover where Dom Perignon tasted the first starts. Gain knowledge thanks to a casual and educational tasting and walk through the gates of a restored Champagne House for a regional familial meal. Meet a charming family run boutique winery and taste three of their best Champagnes !
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan (max 8 passengers), 10 Champagne wines tasted during the day, Traditional lunch, Personal guide, Pickup and drop-off in Reims
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By snise96
10/10! Definitely recommend doing the virtual tasting tour with Tom, who did a wonderful job creating an immersive experience online. He is highly knowledgable and passionate when it comes to all things champagne and not to mention, he's easy on the eyes. Can't wait to do a tour with A la Francaise again in the future :)
7. Small Group - Champagne Full Day Tour - Visit of 3 Champagne Producers / Growers
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Visit Champagne in the heart of the Vineyard by Minibus (any comfort) to discover 3 Producers / Vignerons de Champagne. Wineries visits, 10 tastings and the Restaurant (3 courses) as well as taking pictures in the vineyards are waiting for you to give you a sparkling experience. Itinerary: - Visit of a first Winemaker: Explanation of the manufacturing process, visit Cave followed by a tasting of 3 Champagnes. - Visit of Hautvillers, village where Dom Pérignon created Champagne. - Lunch at the Restaurant (starter, main course, dessert): Glass of Champagne + coffee + water) Visit of a second Vigneron: Small visit of Cave followed by a tasting of 3 Champagnes - Visit of a third Vigneron "Grand Cru": Tasting of 3 Champagnes Visit in English only. 2 people minimum to start the visit.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tasting of 10 different Champagnes, (3 courses meal + glass of Champagne + coffee), Bottled water
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Reviewed By Critiquegastroo
The tour is adapted to every level of knowledge regarding champagne. The tasting was really nice and interesting. This is a great way to discover the region! Thank you so much for this amazing afternoon!
8. Bordeaux Vineyard Small Group Full Day Experience with Picnic Lunch
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4.9 based on 102 reviews
This unique small group full-day wine tour from Bordeaux is the ultimate French lifestyle experience. Take the entire day to relax and explore the remarkable richness and diversity of Bordeaux's wines and visit multiple wineries. This tour includes a cold lunch with local produce at a boutique winery (warm in winter) , up to 9 wine tastings and transportation in a recent air-conditioned minivan and a local driver guide with great knowledge of the region and its wines. The minimum age for this tour is 18.
Inclusions: Transportation in air-conditioned minivan, Local Driver Guide, Visits to and wine tastings at three wineries, Picnic style lunch at a boutique winery, Glass of crémant (local sparkling wine), Small bottles of water, Up to 9 tastings and 3 glasses of wine per person!, An overall understanding of what makes Bordeaux wines unique
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Mask (Covid), Gratuities
Reviewed By alidG606DT
This trip was amazing! Jon was such a great guide and was very knowledgeable! We also got to tour a great winery, which was very interactive and we could ask any questions that we had. The tour around Saint-Emilion was also beautiful!
9. Nice Small Group Half-Day Walking Food Tour with Lunch
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4.9 based on 111 reviews
Take a half-day walking food and wine tour of Nice and taste numerous local specialties. Get a feel for the flavor of Niçois cuisine and be immersed in the history, culture, and heritage of the city as you visit places few tourists find. This tour is ideal for the seasoned foodie as well as for people just looking for a great culinary adventure. Limited to 12 people, this tour also includes a guide, public transportation, and tastings.
Inclusions: Local guide, 9+ food tastings, 3 drink stops, All necessary public transport during the tour, Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By JohnnytheQ
First off let’s start with Ivette, our guide. She sealed the five stars with her calm reassurance, attentiveness, and low key management whilst at the same time being a lovely and interesting companion for the day. The organisation is great, from Gustav’s initial communication to his greeting in the shop and even the arrangement with the patisserie around the corner is far from what your initial cynicism suspects (or is that just me?). The cycling there was fairly hard going, even with the power assistance, although the 30+ heat did have a bearing on that. Stating the obvious, coming down is a lot easier.....and exhilarating. The tour around the vineyard is informative and informal and makes you fully appreciate why you pay a premium for a quality wine. That said, the four varieties produced at the winery are reasonably priced and hopefully taste as good back home as they did while eating lunch and fresh figs from the tree (once Ivette showed me where they were). A memorable day that I would thoroughly recommend to anyone capable of riding a bike.
10. Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune
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4.9 based on 154 reviews
This tour is a sample of Burgundy, with scenic views, wines, vineyards, food and winemakers. After a transfer by minivan from Beaune, you’ll ride your bike mostly downhill. This tour is unique!
Inclusions: Bike rental, Helmet, Transfer to the hill top for briefing and departure, Visit of the castle from the XIII centuries or Castle in Chassagne with 3 wines tasting, Lunch in local restaurant, Visit and wines tasting in a local winery in Pommard, Transfer from Pommard to Beaune at the end of the tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Paul N
We booked a tour from Beaune and added the option of an E bike as it was something we were considering investing in and also because we'd not cycled in more than 3 years. We were a small group of 6, plus Theo our guide and we departed by minibus to the top of the road overlooking St Romain and from here we cycled mostly downhill on small tarmac tracks with almost no other traffic. Theo was an excellent guide explaining the classification of Bourgogne wines and after a brief stop for a taste of Aligote wine courtesy of Theo we stopped at Chateau Rochepot for an explanation and then on to a tasting at Montrachet vineyard and a visit of the cellar. Lunch was included at a very nice restaurant in Montrachet and then back to cycling, finishing up at Pommard for another tasting. This concluded our cycling, but not for Theo who had to cycle back to collect the minibus and then return to collect our bikes and us! We had such a great time that we booked another tour the next day to the north of Beaune around the Nuit St Georges area which included tastings of Grand Cru's, fantastic lunch and less cycling than the day before, but again no hills, and again with the excellent Theo!!
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