Castles & Grand Cru Wines Tour
Gastronomy & WineCulture & HeritageChâteaux

Castles & Grand Cru Wines Tour

France10 daysApril–June, September–Octoberfrom $19,000 per couple

About This Program

An elegant 10-day private journey through Paris, the Loire Valley châteaux, and Bordeaux Grand Cru estates — combining iconic architecture, Michelin-starred dining, and exclusive wine experiences.

This refined private journey traces France's most celebrated cultural and culinary corridor — from the stylish arrondissements of Paris to the fairy-tale châteaux of the Loire Valley and the legendary Grand Cru estates of Bordeaux. In Paris, private food tours through Le Marais, hands-on cooking classes with expert chefs, and a chocolate workshop in an elegant apartment set the tone for four days of immersive Parisian gastronomy. The Loire Valley reveals its Renaissance splendour through exclusive visits to Château de Chenonceau and Château de Chambord, paired with a private river aperitif and wine tastings at local estates. Bordeaux crowns the journey with a gourmet tour of the Golden Triangle, a full day exploring Médoc Grand Cru Classé estates, and a languid pinasse cruise across Arcachon Bay with fresh oysters and white wine. Throughout, accommodation is in hotels whose restaurants hold Michelin stars, ensuring exceptional dining at every turn.

Program Highlights

Private food walking tour through Le Marais with artisan tastings
Hands-on cooking class with a Parisian chef and market visit
Exclusive visit to Château de Chenonceau and Château de Chambord
Private Loire river aperitif cruise at sunset
Full-day Médoc Grand Cru Classé 1855 château visits with tastings
Pinasse cruise on Arcachon Bay with fresh oysters and white wine

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What's Included

  • Private transfers throughout in luxury vehicles
  • All accommodation as specified per tier
  • Daily breakfast and selected meals
  • Private English-speaking guide throughout
  • All entrance fees and tastings
  • First-class rail travel Paris–Tours and Tours–Bordeaux
  • 24/7 concierge support

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Meals not specified in itinerary

At a Glance

Destination

France · Europe

Duration

10 days

Best Season

April–June, September–October

Accommodation

Palace hotels, Relais & Châteaux châteaux & Small Luxury Hotels

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