7 Nights and 8 Days

Highlights of the Trip

Experience the finest flavours, markets and food traditions of France. Explore Paris with its legendary cafés, boulangeries and Michelin starred dining. Discover the Loire Valley’s vineyards, châteaux and wine tasting experiences. Dive into the gastronomic capital Lyon, known for its authentic bouchons and rich culinary heritage. End your journey in Provence, where lavender fields, olive groves and Mediterranean cuisine create picture perfect moments. A perfect blend of food, culture, history and scenic beauty.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Paris

• Arrive in Paris and transfer to your hotel
• Evening stroll along the Seine or Champs Élysées
• Dinner at a classic French brasserie
• Overnight in Paris

Day 2 – Paris City Tour & Food Walk

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Visit Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre (outside), Notre Dame
• Guided Paris food tasting walk
• Croissants, macarons, cheeses and chocolates
• Optional Seine River dinner cruise
• Overnight in Paris

Day 3 – Versailles or French Cooking Class

Option 1:
• Visit the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
Option 2:
• Join a half day French cooking class with a local chef
• Enjoy your own prepared 3 course meal
• Overnight in Paris

Day 4 – Paris to Loire Valley

• Breakfast and checkout
• Transfer to Loire Valley
• Visit Château de Chambord or Château de Chenonceau
• Afternoon wine tasting session
• Overnight in Loire Valley

Day 5 – Loire Valley to Lyon

• Breakfast and checkout
• Train to Lyon
• Explore Old Town Lyon and its Renaissance streets
• Dinner at a traditional Lyonnaise bouchon
• Overnight in Lyon

Day 6 – Lyon Gastronomy Tour

• Breakfast
• Visit Paul Bocuse Market, France’s most famous food market
• Tasting session of charcuterie, cheeses and pastries
• Afternoon free for shopping or silk workshops
• Overnight in Lyon

Day 7 – Provence Experience

• Transfer to Provence
• Explore lavender fields (seasonal), olive groves and countryside villages
• Wine tasting at a Provence vineyard
• Sunset dinner at a countryside restaurant
• Overnight in Provence

Day 8 – Departure

• Breakfast and checkout
• Transfer to airport for your return flight

Activities

• Paris food tasting walk
• French cooking class (optional)
• Wine tasting in Loire Valley
• Château visits
• Lyon gastronomy tour at Paul Bocuse Market
• Provence wine tasting
• Lavender fields (seasonal)
• Seine River cruise (optional)

Inclusions

• Accommodation in Paris, Loire Valley, Lyon and Provence
• Daily breakfast at all hotels
• Airport, train and ground transfers
• High speed train travel between regions
• Guided sightseeing as per itinerary
• Wine tasting sessions in Loire Valley and Provence
• Paris food walk
• Entrance tickets to listed monuments
• English speaking local guides
• All taxes and service charges