Wine Lovers’ Tour of France

 
Champagne, Burgundy, Bordeaux and more: This tour for wine lovers hits every major wine-growing region in France and includes a stay at an 18th century winery in the Loire Valley.   1 2 3 4 5 6 7   15 days
USD 2,019.001
EUR 1,280.00

Recommended
travel period:
April – October


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1st day: Reims

You arrive at the airport.    
 
Rental car pick-up
Type: Citroën C3 or similar
Pick-up location: Paris, Airport

   
duration of rental:
15 days
 
Through the Ilie de France
Distance: 150 km Travel time: 2:00 h
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Accommodation: A villa in Epernay
Visitors have always been attracted to the vineyards in the Champagne region of France. Epernay is the second leading city after Reims for champagne production. This small hotel with only seven guest rooms has retained its early 19th century charm and elegance. Guests are welcomed with a glass of champagne in the salon. The interior remains decorated with art deco furniture and cubistic artworks. The individually decorated rooms with excellent bathrooms always contain a bouquet of fresh flowers. Breakfast is served in the garden in summer. The perfect place for champagne sampling!
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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3rd day: Alsace

 
Northeast France
Distance: 400 km Travel time: 4:00 h
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At the city gates of Riquewihr: A country inn
At the city gates of Riquewihr: A country inn

Accommodation: A country inn in Riquewihr
In the heart of Alsace is the historical wine-producing village of Riquewihr, one of the most picturesque towns in France. Riquewihr is still surrounded by its original medieval fortifications, making it a popular tourist destination. A castle overlooking the town completes the picture.

The 17th century guesthouse with individually decorated rooms is situated just inside the medieval city gates. From here you can wander through the narrow streets of the town or take a stroll through the surrounding vineyards. The hotel has a restaurant that serves hearty local cuisine.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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5th day: Burgundy

 
Through the gates of Burgundy
Distance: 280 km Travel time: 3:00 h
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Hotel in downtown Beaune
Hotel in downtown Beaune

Accommodation: Hotel Le Cep
The manor house has served as an inn since the 16th century and many famous people have stayed there - including Ludwig XIV. The property was fully renovated in 1986 and turned into a modern hotel. One of the towers contains a glass elevator which offers nice views of the old town. The rooms are decorated with priceless antiques. The hotel has a first-class restaurant with an excellent wine cellar. The old wine cellar, a cosy room with a low, arched stone ceiling, is used as a breakfast room when the courtyard cannot be used due to inclement weather.
   
2 nights
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7th day: Arles

 
Rhone Valley
Distance: 400 km Travel Time: 4:30 h
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Among olive groves: An estate near Arles
Among olive groves: An estate near Arles

Accommodation: A country inn near Arles
The guesthouse is conveniently situated between Marseille and Arles, the Luberon, the Camargue and the Alpilles. The large estate consists mainly of olive groves and includes a swimming pool as well as areas for playing croquet and boule. The hotel offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, which is ideal for hiking, jogging and mountain biking. The beach is just a 20-minute drive away. A living room with a grand piano, a library and a large kitchen with a small dining area are available to guests. All meals can be taken at the inn and are usually served on the terrasse. The pleasant host is Michael Frost, a devoted chef who was born in England.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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9th day: Carcassonne

 
Languedoc
Distance: 223 km Travel time: 2:30 h
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Abundant flowers in the courtyard of the former bakery
Abundant flowers in the courtyard of the former bakery

Accommodation: An abbey bakery in Caunes
When Lois and Terry Link of San Francisco were looking for a place to retire, they chose the rural area of southern France. The journalist and the cheese buyer purchased what had been the abbey bakery in Caunes during the Middle Ages. With love and care they converted the property into a tastefully decorated bed-and-breakfast. The guesthouse is perfectly situated for a visit to Carcasonne, just 30 km away. North of Caunes is the Parc du Haute Languedoc, a beautiful chestnut tree forest with designated hiking paths. A country guesthouse serving good regional cuisine is situated just opposite the accommodation.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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11th day: Bordeaux

 
From Mediterranean France to Atlantic France
Distance: 340 km Travel time: 4:00 h
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A place to relax and sample wine: A villa near Bordeaux
A place to relax and sample wine: A villa near Bordeaux

Accommodation: A mansion in the Médoc vineyards
The stately villa is one of the last remaining "Grandes Demeures" on the Médoc peninsula. It is located at the edge of a forest in the historical village of Vertheuil, which boasts an ancient castle, a Romanesque church and an abbey. This is wine-lovers' paradise, with numerous prestigious vineyards only a few minutes away, including St. Estèphe, Pauillac, St. Julien und Listrac. The hotel even has a small vineyard on its premises. To top it off, the sandy beaches of the Atlantic seashore are only 20 minutes away. The spacious, well-appointed rooms all have a view of the vineyards.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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13th day: Loire

 
Poitou-Vendée
Distance: 350 km Travel time: 4:30 h
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Feudal wine estate near Vouvray
Feudal wine estate near Vouvray

Accommodation: A guesthouse on a wine estate
The 18th century winery was thoroughly renovated and converted into a guesthouse in 1996. The property includes a large park containing a heated swimming pool. The rooms are modern but furnished with antique furniture. Breakfast is served in the vaulted cellar with its arched ceilings or in the winter garden with a view of the park. The young hosts are very dedicated to their establishment and have given the place a friendly, cheerful atmosphere.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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15th day: Ile de France

 
From the Loire to the Seine
Distance: 250 km Travel time: 3:00 h
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Rental car drop-off
Drop-off location: Paris, Airport

   
 
 

Rental car: AVIS (France)

 
Citroën C3 or similar
Citroën C3 or similar

Type: Citroën C3 or similar (Group B)

Equipment: Air-conditioning, radio/CD
   
AVIS
 
 
 

Cost of this tour

 
    The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 2,019.001
EUR 1,280.00


Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: April – October

Upon booking this tour you will receive:
the names, addresses and telephone numbers
for each accommodation
detailed directions to each accommodation
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Jessica ParkinIf you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Jessica Parkin on +49 (0) 2268 / 90 98-23 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:
 


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