Flavors of France Tour

Experience the heart of France through its flavors! This curated journey takes you through iconic regions and gives you a taste of French life. Savor exquisite local wines, indulge in hands-on cooking classes, and explore artisanal cheese tastings led by expert guides. Perfect for food and wine lovers and adventurers alike, this tour blends culinary discovery with authentic cultural experiences, offering an unforgettable taste of French heritage. Join us for a deliciously immersive journey!

Dates
Oct 1 - 9, 2025
May 1 - 9, 2026
Sep 25 - Oct 3, 2026

$10,850 per person based on double occupancy
$12,850 per person based on single occupancy

6 to 12 travelers

Toulouse
Saint-Émilion
Loire Valley

Trip Inclusions

✓ 4-5* Boutique Accommodations

✓ Airport meet and greet with private transfers

✓All ground transportation logistics

✓ All meals (except for 2 dinners)

✓ Wine tasting and select alcoholic beverages with most meals

✓ All activities, experiences, tours, and sightseeing

✓ English-speaking local guides

✓ Accommodate dietary restrictions

✓ All taxes and tips for all drivers, guides, restaurants, and more

✓ 24/7 Tour Host

Exclusions: transportation or airfare to/from the arrival and departure points, travel protection and trip cancellation protection, hotel room incidentals, and premium alcoholic beverages

Trip Highlights

• Toulouse City Tour

• Garonne River Cruise

• Cooking Class in a local's home

• Blue Dye Artisan Workshop

• Underground Tour in Saint-Émilion

• Wine Tasting & Blending Experience

• Château Tour

• Mushroom Tour & Food Tastings (cognac, chocolate, oysters, cheeses, etc.)

• Wallpaper Factory Tour & Workshop

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 - 3: Toulouse

• We’ll spend our first three days in Toulouse, known as The Pink City for its beautiful pink terracotta buildings. Toulouse is renowned for its rich, hearty cuisine and boasts traditional dishes such as cassoulet, foie gras, and duck confit. Bring your appetite!

  We’ll explore the city with our local guide and friend, Alex, who will show us Toulouse through a unique lens. We’ll enjoy a private boat ride along the Garonne River, a walking tour of the city’s historical center, a hands-on cooking class in a local’s home, and an artisan workshop focused on the traditional blue dye derived from the "pastel" plant, a historical industry deeply rooted in the city's heritage.

Day 4 - 6: Saint-Émilion

• Next, we move on to Saint-Émilion, a charming village and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its cobblestone streets, medieval architecture, and historic wine caves make it one of the most picturesque villages in France. The village is a prestigious wine region within Bordeaux, known for its deep, elegant red wines primarily made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. Many vineyards here date back centuries.

  During our stay, we’ll take a private underground tour, participate in a wine tasting and blending experience at a château, and savor the countryside’s traditional dishes.

Day 7 - 9: Loire Valley

• We’ll end our tour in "The Garden of France". Known for its lush landscapes and fertile soil, the Loire Valley is celebrated for its vineyards, orchards, and farms, which produce a bounty of fresh ingredients. Additionally, the Valley has a rich Renaissance history, which influenced its art, architecture, and gardens, leaving a legacy of sophistication and beauty.

  Here, we’ll savor the region’s cognac, chocolate, oysters, and cheeses, and experience a private mushroom tour and wine tasting, a tour of one of the region’s most stunning châteaux, and a tour of a wallpaper factory. We’ll end our time together with an unforgettable private farewell dinner in a picturesque château.