Culinary tours

We can design a wide variety of private gastronomical itineraries for those with special interests. Depending on your interests, we can arrange such experiences as a private cooking class with a chef, a meal at a historic restaurant annotated by a culinary expert, or a champagne tasting at a local cellar. The potential for custom itineraries is practically boundless. Led by a culinary expert, food journalist, chef, or sommelier, you may tailor Paris' culinary landscape to your specifications and palate.

When requesting a custom walk, please provide the following details in the Notes section when adding the walk to your shopping cart:

• How many hours would you like the walk to be?
• What are your main goals for the walk?
• Which sites would you like to prioritize? Would you like tastings included?
• Give us one or two words to describe your group.

Once we receive your custom walk request, we'll review these details and follow up with you by email to refine your itinerary and give you final pricing.

Don't worry, we will not be charging your card at this point. Your order will go into our system as pending.

We ask that you spend some time perusing our culinary offerings of private and small-group tours before making a request for a customized walk. For instance, we offer a Paris Wine Tour and Tasting, Paris Food Tour, Paris Chocolate Tour, Paris Market Tour, and Modern Paris Food Tour.

While Europe owes its chocolate connections to the Spanish conquistadors, France has certainly made this sweet treat its own. First introduced to France in 1615 at the wedding of Louis XIII and Anna of Austria, and later popularized by Louis XIV at Versailles, chocolate quickly became all the rage. It's really no surprise that Paris is now home to some of the world's best chocolate makers. With so many options, our culinary guide to Paris—a chef or food writer—will carefully curate the best and weave them together into a revealing, 2.5-hour chocolate tour that explains how Paris came to be at the center of the chocolate world, and why that matters.

• Small group of up to 6 people
• Paris chocolate tour led by a professional chef or food writer
• Discover the evolution of chocolate, from bean to delicacy, with ample tastings

Paris Chocolate Tour - From Bean to Bonbon

Truffles, pralines, ganache...What's the difference? Our walk, beginning in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, will answer these questions and more, delving into the sweet world of chocolate in Paris. Visiting several chocolate shops, we'll indulge our sweet tooth, and maybe even stop to admire the whimsically detailed chocolate sculptures at a classic chocolaterie. Tasting their wares, we'll discuss the process behind the transformation from cocoa bean to the various chocolate delicacies sold in shops today, and maybe touch on chocolate's transformation from luxury good to affordable treat.

Le Goûter

We'll go on to discuss the rich dessert history associated with Paris and, more importantly, the evolution of the celebrated Parisian treat, the macaron. Stopping at a variety of these confectionery shops, we will compare and contrast the flavors, products, and techniques used. We may visit a top boutique to sample their flavorful take on the macaron, or try the colorful array of chocolates, macarons, and petit-fours beckoning from behind the glass cases at a family-owned boulangerie. From marvelous meringue and tartes to rich pure chocolate, this walk will tantalize every one of your senses.

Expert Guides

Led by one of Context's professional gastronomes—a chef or food journalist, our chocolate walk varies depending on their personal favorite places to indulge, giving you a local guide to Paris' sweet scene. This edible adventure through an upscale and iconic Left Bank neighborhood will enhance your appreciation for this sweet treat, as well as open your eyes to the complex science involved in the chocolate-making process. Our docent will also be available to facilitate transactions and individual purchases for guests.

If you are interested in further indulging your palate in Paris, we recommend our Paris Food Tour or Paris Wine Tour and Tasting.

From les grands restaurants, to thousands of exquisite specialty shops, to the neighborhood boulangerie, Parisians have mastered the art of cuisine. In this 2.5-hour Paris food tour led by a local chef or food writer, we will stroll the charming streets of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Left Bank, exploring the culinary culture of Paris. Our guide will introduce the basics of French cuisine while we meet the owners of tiny food shops, taste artisanal products, and enliven our senses to the amazing culinary traditions for which France is known the world over.

• Taste and discover French culinary traditions and philosophies.
• Accompanied by a professional chef or food writer.
• Small-group tour—no more than 6 people.
• Paris Food Tour in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

Taste of St-Germain

Traveling through the chic Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, our walk visits a select group of specialty food shops our docents have evaluated for their exceptional, artisanal wares. Once the home of the intellectual café culture of the 1950s, this upscale quartier is now known for its high-end shopping, beautiful boulevards, and most importantly, the gourmet food shops—some of which have been in the area for generations. Our culinary experts will lead us through the best of the best—tailored to their particular specialities and relationships with shopkeepers. Thus, our exact presentation and tour of shops will vary depending on the docent and group, creating a unique experience.

Paris Food Tour

With so many aspects of French cuisine to choose from, we begin by grounding ourselves with two Parisian staples: bread and cheese. Rarely missing from a French table, we learn that these items have an impact on both France's culinary and cultural identity. As such, we may open the walk with a visit to one of the best boulangeries to discover what defines a good baguette and its importance on the Parisian table, followed by a stop into an artisanal fromagerie to learn about some of France's nearly 400 types of cheese (and the various ways to correctly slice them). Aided by a variety of tastings, learning about the seasonality and aging process of French cheese is yet another delicious chapter of this edible cultural exchange.

Following our introduction to the basics, we'll delve deeper into French specialties, potentially paying visits to the butcher to tempt our palates with foie gras, homemade rillettes, or this season's wild game. We might then sample a succulent chocolate made of roasted Equatorial cocoa beans, peer through the windows of the traiteur once responsible for Versailles's elegant fare, or even pop into the pâtissierie of our dreams. Our epicurious journey may come to a close with a glass of Armagnac in a wine shop passed from generation to generation since 1905.

"[This tour is for the] burgeoning Francophile who does not shy away from attractive carbs, alluring pork products or full-bodied cheeses." -Amy Tara Koch, Travel and Leisure

Understanding the French Diet

Along the way, we will examine how all of these products fit into the French diet, as well as other culinary traditions and philosophies. We may discuss how this legacy of culinary excellence has evolved into today's dining trends, discovering the differences between a brasserie, bistro, and restaurant, or simply focus on the French emphasis on dining ensemble. As we finish, we should have an excellent foundation in the cornerstones of French gastronomy and be better prepared to further discover French food during our stay and beyond.

Booking Instructions

Please note any food allergies or intolerances in the Notes box when booking.

Wine enthusiasts would also enjoy our Paris Wine Tour and Tasting, focusing on Bordeaux and Burgundy wines. We also organize a Paris Left Bank Tour, which provides a basic introduction to the Left Bank and Paris as a whole.

In Paris food is fundamental. Nowhere is this more evident than in the neighborhood markets where Parisians shop daily, despite the presence of large grocery stores. In this 2.5-hour Paris market tour with a local chef or food writer we'll dive into the Marché d'Aligre, a typical neighborhood market a bit off the tourist path. We'll spend time with the vendors, learn about the provenance of fresh foods and how to judge cheese and pastries, and nibble our way through ample samples, as part of a unique culinary adventure.

• Visit a neighborhood Paris market
• Tastings included
• Small groups—no more than six people per walk.
• Paris market tour led by a professional chef, sommelier, or food writer.

Paris Market Tour

We'll start early, arriving to see the Marché d'Aligre bustling with activity. Just like every French town, each Parisian district has its own weekly, bi-weekly, or quasi-daily market. Often overlooked by tourists and much coveted by locals, the Marché d'Aligre boasts an array of items from les fleurs to les fruits, with just about everything in between. With a long history of serving its quartier—the market was inaugurated in 1781— some even consider it le Second Ventre de Paris.

Our docent will guide us through the maze of stalls, identifying seasonal produce. As we explore, our discussion will touch on a variety on themes such as how the market functions, food provenance and the concept of terroir (the character of the soil), or how Parisians shop for their food and the impact of this on the French diet and gastronomic philosophy.

Note, we also offer a Paris Food Tour on the left bank that focuses more heavily on French traditions and specialty food shops.

Tantalize Your Palate

On our stroll, we will also select some wares to sample together as a group. Taking in row upon row of artfully arranged fruits and vegetables, we'll admire this particularly elegant approach food. Bouquets of radishes, ruffles of succulent butter lettuce, and baskets golden Chanterelle mushrooms draw our attention to the intrinsic beauty of our produce.

We may also pay a visit to a fromager's stall to view the delectable wares on display, such as artisan raw-milk cheeses so special they're unavailable anywhere else in the world or take in charcuterie, homemade paté, and foie gras at the boucherie stand. We'll spend some time with the lively vegetable vendors from France and North Africa, pick through the displays of Atlantic and Mediterranean seafood, or even taste some mouthwatering olives from Provence or Italy.

For those interested in how Paris has become a melting pot of different cultures we strongly recommend our Immigration in France Tour.

"Not only did we learn a lot about food, but also a lot about French regions and its pride in providing excellent produce. We were glad that we took this Paris market tour early in our stay because what we learned about French markets, food, and cooking framed our other dining experiences in Paris."

Take Aways

After some time in the market, we may also visit some of the specialty food stores or historic cafes in the neighborhood. Attracted to the lure of a daily market, cafes find their niche in the streets surrounding the Marché d'Aligre. Viewing the transition from the market stand to the clever plats will compliment our experience and help pull together this fascinating narrative of how food fits into the French way of life. As our walk comes to a close, we will leave with an understanding of the role the market plays in Parisian life, as well as an ability to navigate le marché.

The quiet side streets of the Haut Marais, as the upper part of the 3rd arrondissement is known, form the backdrop to one of Paris' most exciting gastronomic neighborhoods. With an influx of innovative bistros, specialty shops, and boulangeries, the Marais lures the fashion forward Bobo folk—Bobo being short for bourgeois-bohemian—and the tourists alike. In this 2.5-hour tour led by a local chef or food writer we'll get a taste of Paris by diving into this exciting neighborhood, exploring innovative trends in Parisian cuisine, visiting hip cafés, and learning about the gastronomic lives of Bobo Paris.

• Discover the Marais through our modern Paris food tour.
• Small group—6 people maximum.
• Led by a chef or food writer.

Bobo Paris

A mixture of old fashioned markets and wine bars (the subjects of our Paris Market Tour and Paris Wine Tour and Tasting, respectively)—along with cutting edge boutiques, hip cafes, and innovative food shops—make the haut Marais emblematic of what's being called the Parisian Bobo. Their nickname proves an apt description: their bourgeois sensibility wants the highest quality, while their inner bohemian craves contemporary flair and international originality.

As we stroll through the quartier, we will take in the city from the perspective of the Bobos. Living in small apartments on these narrow, winding streets and forced to adapt to the pressures of busy lifestyles, it's difficult to find the time and space to cook. Relying more on the myriad of cafés, épiceries, and restaurants than other Parisians, the Bobos put the Marais' culinary offerings to the test. Perhaps this is why the haut Marais boasts an ever-increasing number of hip eateries.

Modern Paris Food Tour

Stopping in at their haunts, we will—in essence—be learning the intimate details of the Bobo diet, and gathering the items for a typical Bobo apéro. An apéro, or small pre-dinner snack with friends, is a common Parisian social gathering, though few practice it with as much panache as the Bobo. To execute our apéro, we will make use of the haut Marais' specialty shops. We may stop by an excellent modern purveyor to select some wild smoked salmon or top grade Iberian ham. We will visit one of the hottest chocolate makers to select jewel-like bonbons from their bountiful display cases (also a stop on our Paris Chocolate Tour).

We'll also stroll through Le Marché des Enfants Rouges, the oldest covered market in Paris. Established by royal decree in 1615, it has changed considerably since its inception. Now mostly filled with trendy ethnic food or organic stands, the Marché des Enfants Rouges will help us understand how traditions endure and evolve while remaining relevant today.

We may also see some of the newer restaurants and shops, such as Candelaria, with its Mexican tacos and hidden cocktail bar; Nanashi, with its modern bento boxes; or Popelini, with its reinvention of Parisian choux pastry.

Sated

As our culinary adventure comes to a close, we will grab a seat at a small wine bar, order a small glass, and sample our wares. Coming full circle in our discovery of the Parisian Bobo, we'll consider the varied gastronomic landscape of the quartier, and maybe even discuss the difference between the Bobo's preferred cuisine to typical French bistro fare, which can be tried on our Paris Food Tour. Hungry travelers should also take a look at our full list of food tours in Paris.

Further Reading

We're loving The New Paris, the first release from journalist and Lost in Cheeseland writer Lindsey Tramuta. The book details exciting new ideas coming from Paris's creative class, which fits right in with the theme of this tour. Order here!

Wine and France are inextricably entwined. A vibrant thread in the fabric of daily life and culture, wine has helped shape France's history, gastronomy, and urban landscape. Our 2.5-hour Paris wine tour and tasting, led by a sommelier or oenologist guide, introduces the basics of French wines, from the Bordeaux and Burgundy to the country’s lesser known appellations. Over a couple glasses of wine, we will discuss the wine-making process and the evolution of wine in France, as well as food and wine pairings, current trends, and tasting techniques to help you continue your appreciation at home or abroad.

• Paris wine tour and tasting led by an expert sommelier or oenologist.
• Taste up to 4 wines and pair them with cheese and charcuterie.
• Small groups—never more than 6 people on a walk.

Paris Wine Tour and Tasting

We'll begin with a discussion of France's 2,500 year history of wine production, which dates from Greek and Roman times. Sitting together at a traditional bar à vin, we'll taste a few classic French white wines. Here, we'll learn about dégustation, the art of tasting, and we'll explore the history of wine in France and its particular importance in Paris. Showcasing the diverse styles of French wine, these tastings will serve to calibrate your palate, teaching us how to evaluate wine using our senses of smell and taste.

Perfect Pairings

We'll also enjoy a plate of fromage or charcuterie and discover the basics of pairing French wine with food, raising the concept of terroir, the dominant philosophy in French wine and cuisine. We'll use this concept to explore how natural elements can effect the flavor of your wine. We'll then head to a charming bistro and further our discussion. On our way, we may even have time to stroll through the neighborhood market that's quieting down for the evening to peek at what may still be left in the stalls, broadening our understanding of terroir.

Understanding Appellations

Seated at our second local establishment, we'll settle in to taste a few typical red wines. Here, we have an excellent opportunity to take a closer look at the bottles to understand what’s inside. France was the first country in the world to classify its wines using AOPs. This system, dating from the 1930's, is still in use today and can be daunting to even the most seasoned wine expert. Guided by our docent, we will learn the ins and outs of this system, its initial purposes and structure, and how it has evolved today. While examining several bottles, we will be able to dissect a typical French wine label and see its quality level clearly, before even trying the wine.

"We marveled at our docent’s breadth of knowledge, not only of the end product—wine—but perhaps even more so of its history and the ever so many pieces of the puzzle."

Take Aways

To bring our experience full circle, we may put our wine knowledge into practice at a local wine shop, a cave à vin, where we'll take an in-depth look at the wine regions of France, the art of reading French wine labels, and current trends in French wine-making. We will leave our walk with new gustative knowledge on French wines that we can take home with us and put to good use when buying or drinking French wine anywhere in the world.

Booking Instructions

Please note any food allergies or intolerances in the Notes box when booking.

Special Custom Tastings: For visitors looking for a unique experience, we can custom-design a private tasting to focus on a particular region or on lesser-known wines. We can also arrange a luxury wine tasting experience. For more information see our Private Paris Food Tour. Foodies may also enjoy our Paris Food Tour or our Paris Market Tour.

There is no better way to understand French food philosophies than at a typical Parisian market—but not just any market and with not just any expert. Our exclusive market tour has been designed in collaboration with Susan Loomis, one of France's most renowned culinary experts, and aims to provide visitors an in-depth and insider culinary experience. Exploring the bountiful stands of the Marché Raspail with Susan, we will engage with local vendors, learn the Parisian approach to cuisine, and immerse ourselves in the extensive offerings of a typical French market over the course of this two-hour Paris Market Tour.

• Paris market tour led by renowned chef, food writer, and cookbook author Susan Loomis.
• Explore French market traditions and learn how and what to buy.
• Small group size—never more than 6 people on a walk.

Paris Market Tour with Susan Loomis

Susan Loomis brings along her market basket and her incredible wealth of knowledge on French food and customs. Author of nine books, she is known around the world as a top authority on French cuisine. We will introduce the walk and our time together over un petit café before setting off to immerse ourselves in the colors, flavors, and aromas of a Parisian farmers’ market.

As we stroll, we’ll learn how to choose the finest seasonal produce from local producers. We'll discuss the French cook, and we’ll see how they shop and select ingredients with care. We'll see market gardeners who come in from just outside Paris and artisan bread bakers and cheese makers—like those we meet on our Modern Paris Food Tour. Our mouths will water at the choice of everything from olives to roast chicken. We will not only see beautiful ingredients, but also view antiques, stunning silk scarves, sea salt, and more.

Once through the market, we’ll visit a bakery to learn about French breads from an authentic boulanger. We'll also discover a pastry shop where the pastries look like jewels—jewels that burst in your mouth with flavor! We’ll end our tour with a glass of wine (for further sipping, see our Paris Wine Tour and Tasting) at a lovely neighborhood wine shop and tasting bar.

Take Aways

We'll leave our experience with mind and body greatly enriched by French cuisine, and possibly our own full basket of French specialties. Furthermore, our discussions with Susan Loomis will carry over to future market shopping, in which we'll take away insider tips on picking the best produce.

During the Christmas season, while French children look forward to the arrival of Père Noël, the adults are busy shopping and preparing the sumptuous dishes for their Christmas Eve feast, or Réveillon. Looking up, we'll see trees strung with twinkling lights, shop windows filled with seasonal decor, and the smell of roasting chestnuts in the air adding extra sparkle to this 'Moveable Feast.'

Our 2.5-hour Paris Christmas Market tour, led by a culinary expert, will explore some of the French culinary traditions for the holidays. While Paris remains a culinary tour de force throughout the year, the holidays bring with them a distinctive array of delights, including foie gras, oysters, champagne, clementines, and Bûche de Noël cake, in addition to many other treats.

• Paris Christmas Market tour led by a chef, food writer, or culinary specialist.
• Learn about Christmas traditions in Paris and taste the many French delicacies.
• Small group size—never more than 6 in a group.

Paris Christmas Market Tour

Starting in the early evening at the Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés—itself the subject of our Paris Cathedral Tour—you will bear witness to the holiday spirit, as shown by the lights and festive decorations that spread throughout the neighborhood. In the company of one of our talented food docents, you will learn about the traditions associated with these delicacies and more on display in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés' most revered bakeries, chocolate shops (also the subject of our Paris Chocolate Tour), and patisseries.

We may learn about the Parisian appreciation for Bûche de Noël, or Yule Log cake, or their penchant for glazed chestnuts. Together, we will learn to shop as true Parisians do in this festive neighborhood. Known throughout the city for its holiday decorations, Saint-Germain-des-Prés is a common location for revelers seeking beautiful shop window displays, sparkling lights, and holiday spirit. Along the way, we will have the opportunity to sample some of these holiday treats.

Christmas Markets

We will also spend some time in a small Christmas Market. Following along a street lined with rustic Alpine cabins, we will explore the variety of handcrafted goods perfect for unique presents for family and friends. This bustling pop-up market full of merchants selling ornaments underneath colorfully lit branches makes for a spirited browsing experience. From fragrant soaps made in the South of France to wooly knit mittens, hats, and scarves, the wares at the Christmas markets will reflect both regional wares, as well as commercial items. As we stroll through the stalls, we may discuss the history of these holiday markets and their role in Parisian Christmas shopping.

"Each place we visited was colorfully decorated for Christmas. It was all delicious—from the mulled wine outside to the macarons, cheeses, and chocolates! It was a real treat to be in Paris with my family for the holiday season."

Take Aways

Leaving the market behind us, we may continue on to the Bon Marché department store. With its beautiful holiday window displays, the Bon Marché will give us a feel for the magic of the Christmas season in Paris. Wrapping up, our docent will answer any lingering questions about French holiday traditions, or address suggestions for continuing our jovial holiday spirit. As our walk comes to a close, we will have indulged our palates with both savory and sweet treats, and emerged with a sense of the Parisian approach to Réveillon.

The commentary from your expert foodie guide includes an overview of French culinary habits, a description of any seasonal events taking place at the time of your tour and an introduction to selected specialties in the main shops. Your guide will discuss how these specialities are produced, how to choose the best chocolates and pastries, and how to prepare your own treats. You'll also learn about the local culture and history as you explore the streets of the area in between shops. You are encouraged to interact with your guide and ask all the questions you like as you are introduced to the French culture and the fine art of chocolate making and pastry baking.

Your gourmet walking tour of Paris begins at either a specialty cheese shop on Boulevard Saint-Germain on the Left Bank or in a specialist pastry shop in Montmartre (depending on tour option selected). Numbers on this gourmet walking tour are restricted to a maximum of eight, ensuring you'll receive individual attention from your expert gastronomic guide. The number of stops you make could be expanded according to the seasonal availability of produce and your group's preferences.

The commentary from your expert foodie guide includes an overview of French culinary habits, a description of any seasonal events taking place at the time of your tour and an introduction to selected specialties in the shops. Your guide will discuss how these specialties are produced, how to choose and store the produce, and how to prepare your own gourmet recipes. You are encouraged to interact with your guide and ask as many questions as you like.

Entice your taste buds on this guided walking tour of the best Parisian chocolatiers. You’ll stay on the Right Bank, discovering the 1st arrondissement, one of Paris’ most elegant districts. Visit five artisan-made chocolate boutiques (among the greatest in Paris!), where you can sample the exquisite delights. The various production methods and the strengths of each artisan will be explained to you, and then you’ll have the chance to appreciate the quality of their products through a tasting in each boutique.

With a maximum of only 8 people per group, this small-group tour ensures a more intimate experience. The relaxed pace allows you to browse the specialties at each chocolate boutique, ask questions and make purchases if you wish. As you travel from shop to shop, you’ll see some of Paris’ most famous sights, like the Louvre, the Place de la Concorde and the Opera House.

On this intimate small-group tour of a Paris boulangerie (bakery), you'll go behind the scenes and explore the production rooms where French pain (bread), gateaux (cakes) and patisseries (pastries) are made.

Your knowledgeable bakery guide will explain how to make the famous French baguette and will demonstrate how the machines work. In a warm and relaxed atmosphere, the baker will give you plenty of bread-making tips and will tell you about the bread history.

Far from a factory with industrial methods, the French bakery you’ll visit is a typical small and independent Parisian production unit. Your bakery guide is a skilled artisan craftsman who has a real passion for every aspect of French baking. In addition to your newly acquired baking knowledge, you'll also take home a freshly baked French baguette and a croissant! Any children on the tour will receive a complimentary pain au chocolat (chocolate croissant).

Your gourmet Christmas tour of Paris starts in the heart of Saint-Germain des Prés, at the Place Saint-Sulpice. From there you will visit one of Paris' Christmas Markets which include authentic wooden stalls decked in twinkling lights to help put you in a festive mood.

Focusing on the gourmet foods available at the market, you'll sample regional specialties as you stroll around with your expert guide. Sip on hot spiced wine (vin chaud), and try beautiful Christmas cakes, gingerbread cookies and other seasonal delicacies on sale in a Parisian Christmas market.

Your small-group tour will continue to some famous Paris food stores, where you will enjoy samples of chocolate and traditional French sweets. Learn about the Thirteen Desserts of Christmas, a Christian tradition that originated in the south of France, whereby 13 desserts are eaten after a Christmas meal. The 13 desserts symbolize the 12 apostles and Christ, and while you won't have chance to sample all of them, you'll try a few of the best – including candied fruits, nougat and gingerbread.

Your gourmet Christmas tour ends in a typical Parisian tearoom, where you can relax with a hot beverage while your guide regales you with tales of festive French traditions.

Your 3-hour tour starts in the heart of Paris’ Bastille district, home to one of the most authentic and traditional Parisian markets – Marché d’Aligre. After meeting your knowledgeable guide, set off on a leisurely walking tour around the area, visiting quality artisan delicatessens and off-the-beaten-path sights, as well as the famous market itself.

Venture inside some of Paris’ best patisseries to sample exquisite French pastries and chocolates, and head to an iconic wine bar that is known for serving fresh oysters alongside crisp glasses of muscadet wine. Throughout your small-group tour, you’ll enjoy six different food tastings in gourmet shops and at the market.

Marché d’Aligre lies right in the heart of the Bastille district, and is sure to be the highlight of your morning. Consisting of two parts -- a covered area called Marché Beauveau and an open-air square -- the cosmopolitan market is huge and knowing what spots to visit can be tricky. Luckily, your expert guide will be there to show you to the best stalls! You’ll also have time to browse the market independently, shopping for all your gourmet desires.

Before your tour ends, your guide will introduce you to a little-known elevated garden walkway that was created from old train tracks. This gorgeous garden is a real insider’s secret, and you’ll finish your tour feeling like you know the captivating Bastille district just like a food-loving local.

Become a wine and chocolate connoisseur during this private French wine- and chocolate-tasting session in Paris! Your host, a trained oenologist (expert in winemaking), will show you the best ways to savor wine and chocolate. Ask any questions you have about wine tasting and the different grape varieties used in the winemaking process as you taste four different wines, including a sweet and sparkling wine.

In addition, sample two tasty types of chocolate as you discover the different stages of chocolate making, including the fermentation and roasting of cocoa beans. Expand your palate and learn how to combine the flavors of wine and chocolate under the guidance of your knowledgeable host.

Have fun experimenting in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere and take away some valuable skills and knowledge to impress your friends back home! At the end of your French culinary experience, you will be given a list of the wines you tasted as a reminder of your authentic Parisian afternoon.

Did you know that the chocolates made in France are amongst the finest in the world, if not the best? France is well known for its wines and cheese, but this is  a half hidden secret that many people miss out on. Don't be one of those people! 

Learn how to tell apart an excellent chocolate from a good one and a good one from an average one. On this two hour introduction to the world of fine chocolate tablets, you will learn: 

How to recognize what makes a good chocolate bar
Why you should only seriously consider dark chocolate bars (if you consider yourself a true chocolate lover)
When the chocolate was introduced to Europe, as well as the other details from its very interesting history
What is the proper way of tasting a dark chocolate bar and how to best enjoy in it 
Where in France but also in the rest of the world (especially the U.S) you can get excellent dark chocolate bars 

Through a carefully made selection of France's finest chocolate bars you'll personally taste the differences in them and you will learn to tell them apart, as well as to appreciate them in all their subtleties and nuances.

Your tour starts with pickup at your Paris hotel by your guide for the driver to the Musée Marmottan Monet by minibus.

When you arrive, explore the museum's prestigious collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artwork by Berthe Morisot, Edouard Manet, Edgar Degas, Auguste Renoir, and, of course, Claude Monet.

Then head to your Impressionist-themed pastry class. During the course, learn how to prepare desserts like crepes, madeleines, financiers, or apple tart (tarte tatin) made with seasonal ingredients. Afterwards, sit down to enjoy French afternoon tea with your sweets. Our chef receives you home for a warm and friendly lunch. 

Your tour ends with hotel drop-off.

Taste French cheeses during this Parisian culinary experience led by a Chef. In a typical Parisian apartment, Stephanie will make you discover the authenticity of French terroir by introducing you to the pleasure of cheese around a glass of wine.  Understanding French cheese in Paris is the must-do experience. The tasting takes place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel.

Enjoy 7 cheeses from different regions of France, carefully selected by our professional Chef, during a 2-hours class. The tasting takes place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel. In a typical Parisian apartment, Stephanie will make you discover the authenticity of French terroir by introducing you to the pleasure of cheese around a glass of wine. 

You will be able to discover a wide selection of AOC cheeses, cow, sheep and goats milk, such as: Crottin de Chavignol, Selle sur Cher,     Ossau Iraty, Fourme d'Ambert, Camembert, Comté, Tomme de Savoie and Saint-Nectaire

These cheese plates are served with an assortment of fresh breads (Walnut bread, raisin bread and the traditional baguette), seasonal salad, fruits and quince paste. Lastly, you will share and enjoy a dessert that you will prepare with the help and guidance of the chef.

Cheese tasting & Lunch include :

> Cheeses : Selles sur Cher, Crottin de Chavignol, Ossau Iraty, Fourme d'Ambert, Camembert, Comté, Tomme de Savoie, Saint-Nectaire 
> Nuts bread – Raisins bread – Season salad with nuts and shallots
> Strawberries salad with mint OR Pineapple Carpaccio with lime OR pistachios orange salad 
> A glass of red wine
> A coffee and mignardises  

Meet your sommelier in Paris who loves to share his passion for wines with visitors coming from all over the world.

He has been organising wine tasting classes and wine events for more than 6 years. You'll be seated in the charming tasting room in the heart of Latin Quarter, you will discover and taste four fine and excellent French wines that you will pair with four typical cheeses and some pieces of French baguette.

The tasting room is in a small wine shop in a small cobblestoned street of Latin quarter. The V shape table has no more than 15 seats, so it's small groups only and everyone is perfectly installed to see the sceen with maps and pictures of the wine regions.

Enter your chef home near Notre Dame and and enjoy a social dinner focused on regional recipes paired with French fine wine. You will start with the french traditional welcoming drink which local Parisiens call KIR ( it’s a kind of mix of white wine and blueberry cream).

Enjoy an amazing dinner with a focus on regional recipes from the North of France paired with Bordeaux and Borgogne wines.

Discover a menu full of amazing tastes. The starter will be roasted Camembert which your host serves with fresh salad and tomatoes. Then, as main course your chef will offer you french typical traditional Quiche. The desert will be a perfect surprise for your special dinner in central Paris. Fine wine, water, tea or coffee are included

Plunge yourself in stories, treasures and hidden gems of the most fascinating city in the world !

Inhabited by a passion for history, your guide gave himself years of intense research, particularly at the National Archives in Paris. He was fortunate to be able to work hand in hand with some of the greatest historians on a subject that he is deeply passionate about: the mistakes in the French and in Paris’ history.

Ever dreamt of discovering Paris in a different and unusual way ? Enjoy some of the major monuments but also discover some hidden secret places that even Parisians do not know about.

If you can, then take this tour and then let the show begin ! Let your guide plunge you into the beauty of the city and into a whirlwind of anecdotes, history, legends and intrigue.

He is part of a team of dedicated history reasearchers looking to offer the honey of what Paris is all about. During the four hours you will spend together, all your senses will be in action.

You will hear and learn a motley of amazing stories about Paris and ride and walk through secret doors, quiet streets and alleys.

He will take you in a beautiful incredible Paris that you never ever dreamt of. For this journey, you will be using an electric bike to enjoy more grounds and really get the feeling of what Paris is like. If you are looking for a unique experience and want to do the most out of your time in Paris then look no further: this is it !

In the morning, starting from Paris where your guide will pick you up at your hotel, we will then head for Normandy ( approx 2 hrs drive)
We will then have lunch near Lisieux in a charming restaurant by the apple trees and surrounded by cows and horses.
Then after some good cider and calvados tasting let's visit some cheese producers near Lisieux, who will be very happy to show you how the Pont Lévèque and Camembert are made.

Then let's go visit a Calvados maker near Cormeilles and learn the techniques and differences in all kinds of Calvados.

Then head off to Honfleur, the impressionist village on the Normandy coast, or Trouville to taste some oysters in winter and the fresh fish just caught the night before by local fishermen.
This trip is better suited if you stay overnight in Normandy.
Does not include return to Paris the same day.

Begin your morning walking tour with breakfast à la française, during which you'll savor in-store delicacies like a true Parisian. Your culinary journey starts here as your guide tells anecdotes and fascinating stories of French history.

At each street corner, your guide points out many features of Parisian life—past and present—and as your tour progresses, you'll gain insight into French culture. Stop to sample favorite food items like chocolate, pastries, cheese, and smoked meat, and perhaps do some shopping to stock up on fashionable goods (own expense). Your tour also introduces you to the fundamentals of Paris architecture as you learn Baron Haussmann and his role in creating the Paris we know today. You will never see the city the same way again after you've heard about the history of the streetscapes and squares.

After your tour, your guide can accompany you to a nice place to have lunch, if you wish (own expense).

Our day trip begins within pick you up from hotels and driving to Normandy, which beauties can even impress experienced-travelers.

Depending on car traffic after 2-2,5 hours of voyage you will reach one of the most unbelievable factories called Christian Drouin and producing the pride of Normandy region namely Calvados, the local high-alcohol drink made from apples. Moreover you can expect an informative one hour visit including also a tasting of 3 types of Calvados and Cider at the end.

As the next stop there is a nice city on a seacoast Honfleur. Our guide put you into the storm of historical facts linked to The Second World War and especially D-Day the well-known story about a huge bravery of common soldiers. During 2 hours you have a chance to see a very old church named after Saint Catherine that might surprise you by the incredible story of its construction. Then visit the local french market offering wide assortment of products grown and made in Normandy. For the lunch, consisting of 3 plates, we have chosen a restaurant that could be proud of the authentic French cuisines and the local warm hospitality spirit.

Then move to a little city, Etretat, to see stunning landscapes namely the white cliffs and three natural rock arches that are some of the best-known sights in Upper Normandy in France. All sightseeing takes 30 minutes.

And after that you will be on your way to the gorgeous palace Fecamp where our guide let you visit it by yourself. Walking through all elegant rooms and spaces you will definitely feel like you are among members of royal families. After you have finished your little discovering you will be lead by a local touristic guide bringing you to the heart of still working factory focusing on production of liqueur called DOM with a degustation of it at the end during a hour.

And in the end, when you get pleased with all these activities you will be driven directly to Paris.

Your walking tour starts at Pont Neuf, Paris' oldest standing bridge, where you'll meet your guide for your exploration of Ile de la Cité. 

For about 1.5 hours, walk around the small island to see sights such as the statue of Henri IV, Dauphine Square, the Palace of Justice, and the Conciergerie, a former royal residence turned into a prison during the French Revolution. As you walk, hear stories from your guide about French history, the mysteries of Templars, and even old grapevines. Pass by the Clock Tower, Sainte-Chapelle, and the flower market where guards once bought modest bouquets to give to imprisoned Marie-Antoinette.

Walk by the oldest hospital in Paris, stroll down streets so picturesque they could be in a movie, and learn where the best ice cream and cupcakes can be found. Eventually, you'll reach the heart of medieval Paris: Notre-Dame Cathedral. You have some time to admire the Gothic masterpiece and hear about its history, and you can enter to soak up the atmosphere from inside.

Next, the second part of your tour (about one hour) begins as you leave the island for the Left Bank, where you'll roam a labyrinth of medieval streets to see some culinary attractions, pass by a historical church, and check out the Shakespeare and Company bookstore. For lunch, enjoy French dishes suggested by a local chef, such as frog legs, meats, and something sweet—it's your choice, but you'll have a set menu of starter, main dish, and dessert, with wine added. While waiting for the food to be served, hear more about French cuisine from your guide, and ask any questions you have.

After lunch, your guide gives you a ticket for a boat cruise along the Seine and provides instructions for where and when to board. You can take the cruise right after lunch or later, according to your preferences. The cruise lasts a little over an hour, with flexible start times, and you can expect to see many sights from the river, such as Pont Alexandre III, Grand Palais, Petit Palais, Place de la Concorde, Musée d'Orsay, and the Louvre. Float all the way around Ile de la Cité, and go back to other way to see the Eiffel Tower.

• Walk in the steps of world class painters like Monet, Picasso or Van Gogh
• Explore the picturesque back-alleys of a village lost in the capital city
• Revive parties at the Moulin Rouge with Toulouse-Lautrec and Cancan dancers.
• Admire Sacre Coeur Basilica ( Sacred Heart)  and Paris’ most stunning city view
• Discover the Bobos’ way of life, so uniquely Parisian and amazing food stores
• Taste the Best Baguette of Paris!

This 3 hours Montmartre walking tour starts at the Moulin Rouge.
Your private local guide will take you out of the beaten path to local food stores, to the streets with 3 award-winning pastry shops, wine bars and cheese stores and the Best Baguette of Paris ! You can stop and buy anything you want to try on the way, it's a private tour, a unique experience. You want to try a coffee and croissant? Or maybe a glass of wine and cheese? Just feel free to enjoy your time and delicious food : you are in Paris !

You will see where Van Gogh used to live, Picasso's very first art studio and Renoir's iconic windmill. You'll meet artists working on their canvas in the middle of the streets. As we reach the top of the hill, you will enjoy the most amazing view on Paris and visit the beautiful Sacré-Coeur Basilica.

Before parting apart to new Parisian adventures, your guide will give you restaurant recommendations, his best addresses for shopping in the area and all practical information to enhance your stay in Paris.

If the best way to your heart is through your stomach, then the best way to discover the heart of Paris is through its food. This delicious 3-hour small-group foodie odyssey through a picturesque local neighborhood will open your senses to a whole new world of French culture. It’s packed with inspiring locales and tastings along the way, with a personable expert to demystify each mouthwatering product. Fruit, charcuterie, bread and pastries—it’s all there waiting to tantalize your taste buds. After strolling along the picturesque Canal Saint-Martin, your foodie fantasy concludes in a wine & cheese bar for a magnificent pairing.

Your small-group food tour will begin with a tasting in a hidden indoor market where the freshest local produce, wine, and regional specialties are artfully displayed from one stall to the next. You might even make a new friend or two as you meet the passionate food merchants that make up this trendy market scene!

You’ll continue for a tasting of cured meats selected by passionate professionals who are revolutionizing and revitalizing the regional flavor combos of France. You can even take your treats outdoors to savor along the banks of the canal if weather permits.

Wine merchants, organic vegetable stalls, and other specialty shops will be included, with flavorful sips and nibbles along the way. As you make your way to the canal you’ll stop inside a revered bakery, where you'll be offered a selection of the most mouth-watering bread and baked goods around.

Your guide will give you a thorough overview of what makes the neighborhood tick as you scope out the latest new restaurants to hit the scene. You’ll partake in a picturesque meandering across the footbridges of the canal as you gear up for the tour’s grand finale: a copious wine and cheese pairing.

Are you a fan of French food? Or do you just love food in general? Bring out your appetite and join your private local guide for a delicious 10 tastings tour through Paris! The best mix of typical sweet bites and savory snacks have been included just for you - avec plaisir!

Meet your guide at Square Armand Trousseau to begin your food journey at the best local market in the city: Marché d’Aligre! Take in the hustle and the bustle of the market vendors, enjoy the smell of fresh flowers and delicious cheese and taste different types of tapenade from the Provence. Next to the market, you’ll find le Baron Rouge; a bar all Parisians love and stop by for delicious fresh oysters. Join the locals and have some of your own!

Continue your way through the Aligre district which is known for its amazing food scene and beautiful streets. Along the route, you’ll visit one of the oldest Boulangeries of the city, a beautiful French wine store as well as an authentic Crêperie. Feel like a true Parisian as you munch on tasty macarons, have a sip of great French wine and taste the best Rillette of your lifetime! Can it get any better than that?

Oui, it does! Your local guide is a huge foodie and can tell you everything about the French cuisine! The exact itinerary is as following:

• Start: Central meeting point next to Marché d'Aligre
• Tasting 1: Tapenade tasting with crunchy baguette at Marché d'Aligre
• Tasting 2: Oysters at Le Baron Rouge 
• Tasting 3: Delicious Paris Brest at one of the oldest bakeries in Paris
• Tasting 4 & 5: French Wine tasting paired with local bites
• Tasting 6: Local French Snack of choice at an authentic charcuterie 
• Tasting 7:  Cheese tastingt at a Fromagerie 
• Tasting 8: Enjoy a delicious Crêpe 
• Tasting 9: Best French sweet treat: Macarons
• Final tasting: Coffee at Café Sévigné

Get ready for a private Parisian gastronomy experience like no other! Enjoy divine dishes at not just one, but 3 different Michelin Star Restaurants during this unique Withlocals Originals tour. The top of the French haute cuisine, all combined in one culinary route just for you!

You’ll enjoy top-notch culinary creations at the most beautiful locations to wine and dine in Paris. Your first stop will be at Benoit, the French bistro-style restaurant run by the amazing chef Alain Ducasse, the holder for 21 Michelin stars. Enjoy a signature dish paired with French wine just for you, feeling like a true Parisian in the classy design of the bistro.

Continue for your next magnifique dish at the beautiful Les Fables de la Fontaine, where Michelin Star Chef Julia Sedefjian rules the kitchen. She does this at an age of just 21 years young, making her the youngest Michelin star chef in the world! Have a stop at the Tour Eiffel just before you continue to your final two courses at Le Violon d’Ingres, owned by world-renowned star chef Christian Constant.

This private tour is lead by local guides who all understand and appreciate exclusive French cuisine. Let them guide you from one special dining location to another while they share insights about the French food culture and personal fun anecdotes with you. You’ll discover much more than the fabulous tastes of Michelin starred recipes while wandering the picturesque streets with a local!

Any specific food preferences can always be taken into account - the tour can be 100% tailored around your tastes and wishes. Just let your host know about any special requests! 

This is the plan: we are meeting in front of Hôtel de Ville, we get to know each other and then we start our tasty journey. First stop, Benoit Paris: start your Michelin experience with the Chef's signature dish paired with wine in a cosy French bistro-style restaurant. Then we move to Les Fables de La Fontaine - let yourself surprised by the Chef's choice in the chic restaurant led by the youngest female chef in the world. After a short walk to have the best view of Le Tour Eiffel, we go to the final stop, Le Violon d’Ingres - enjoy both a main dish and a dessert in world's renowned Chef Christian Constant restaurant! 

Menu:
Restaurant 1: 1 dish per guest - the Chef’s signature dish (starter) paired with wine and a glass of water
Restaurant 2: 1 dish per guest - Chef’s choice (amuse bouche + starter), no drinks included, but they can be ordered and paid separately by guests
Restaurant 3: 2 dishes per guest - main dish + dessert of choice from daily menu, no drinks included, but they can be ordered and paid separately by guests

A must-do for all chocolate lovers! This unique chocolate food tour explores the picturesque area of Saint Germain, a place well-known for its world class chocolatiers. In 2015, French people ate 405 000 tons of chocolate. So they take this subject seriously as Marie-Antoinette used to ! For Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter or Mother's Day, they rush to « chocolatiers » to spoil themselves or their beloved ones. Explore some of the the worlds best Chocolatiers, right here in Romantic Paris. Your taste buds will scream with ecstasy as you treat them to a good time! This is the perfect opportunity to indulge in French delights and to get to talk with the locals! Since the tour is limited to a maximum of 8 people, your English-speaking guide (who is a food lover and chocolate connoisseur) will be able to answer all your questions. Belong to the happy few, indulging themselves with brown gold gems !

Your tour of the most distinguished and picturesque market in Paris—Marché d'Aligre—begins as you meet your guide at a location nearby.

A stone's throw from Opéra Bastille, Aligre Market sits in the 12th arrondissement on the Rive Droite (Right Bank) of Paris. Every morning (except Mondays), its stallholders welcome you right on the streets of Aligre Square. With your guide, see how the market is actually two markets with two charming atmospheres—under the covered market Beauvau, around the old fountain, you'll find a French and Italian delicatessen, fresh fish, poultry, dairy, and cut flowers. In the outdoor section, discover a curious mix of shouting merchants des four saisons (fruits sellers) and antique dealers, as this is half a food market and half a flea market.

Explore with your guide to see more food stalls and delis, and perhaps enjoy a wine tasting with cheese on an old wine barrel. You might mingle with locals and sip hot chocolate or hot wine during the winter, or enjoy an aperitif in the summer. However your guide introduces you to the market, you have the chance to feel like a local by chatting with shopkeepers and tasting local cheeses, cured meats, and chocolate. Learn about the history of this very special market, and, of course, sample fresh food from the stalls.

Enjoy a deep dive in the heart of le Marais district with a group of maximum 10 persons. Get introduced to French and other countries tasty specialties thanks to your knowledgeable guide.

While on this tour, you will stop by 8 to 10 stops of some of Paris most fantastic shops! While discovering this amazing area you will try wines, cheeses, delicacies like Organic Tapenade, Cured Meat, Baguettes, Jams and other great traditional french delicacy. This tour will also be the opportunity to taste chocolate and Macarons from renown chocolatiers. 

From the oldest market in Paris 1605  to St Paul's church this unique route will make your taste buds scream !  

Since the 12th century, Montmartre has been the cradle of wine making and drinking in Paris. In this hilltop Bohemian village, drinking wine in lively cafés, cabarets and picturesque bistrots is absolutely inevitable! At a walking distance from the vineyards of Montmartre, you’ll follow your wine expert guide, for a unique wine and food tasting experience in some of the best bistrots of the area.
How to choose your wine? What should you eat with it ? What are the best bistros of the capital for an unforgettable apéritif?
The art of the real Parisian « APERO » won’t be a mistery for you anymore !

• Your guide is a real wine expert, seize this unique opportunity to learn what you've always wanted to know about it!
• You’ll stop in a selection of picturesque bistros for wine and food tastings
• Small groups tours ensure you the best experience you can get!
• Cheeses, cured meats and excellent wine are on the menu…

Did you know that in France the apéritif is much more than a simple introduction to dinner ? Sharing some delicious wine and a generous platter of fresh cheeses with family, a bunch of friends or your lover, is absolutely unevitable ! Parisian people know it and never miss an opportunity for a festive apéro at least once a week. 

Paris abounds with bistros and brasseries, and all of them are real temples for good food and good wines where Parisians gather after work to enjoy a great moment together. Be one of them for one night and follow your passionate and cheerful guide across Montmartre, the most emblematic area of Paris for nightlife and romance.

During this 2.5 – 3 hours tour, you will not only enjoy exquisite wines paired with delicious food, but you’ll also be immersed in the most popular and charming area of Paris, where artists, restaurants, hidden little art shops, cafés and bistros create an inimitable and unforgettable atmosphere.

You’ll be stunned by this hilltop village, charcterized by its cobblestone streets and its unique Parisian vineyards ! Not so surprising that the best bistros and cafés opened their doors in an area where wine and gastronomy have always been related to art and nightlife.

At the crossroads between le Moulin Rouge, le Sacré Coeur and la Place du Tertre, your guide will be more than happy to take you to the hidden gems of this area, off the beaten paths, in order to share with you some funny and unexpected anecdotes about French people, Montmartre and of course, about wine! 

Cheers!

Your Paris cheese-tasting experience takes place at a cheese shop located near the Eiffel Tower and the banks of the Seine. 

The best quality and aging time of each cheese is carefully chosen for you by the expert staff. You'll taste about 10 cheeses from different areas of France, made with different milks and processes of maturation. What makes this tasting different from others around town is that you will be totally immersed in the atmosphere of a typical French cheese shop; the goal is to make you feel the artistic work that few cheese professionals accomplish.

The cheese affineur is there to explain each sample and answer any questions you may have related to the tasting. If the shop is very busy, you might have to wait a few minutes for answers, but that is also be part of the experience of a popular Parisian culinary shop, as you can see what locals purchase and the attention they receive from the staff.

Your wine and cheese class takes place at a location around the Montmartre district, where you'll sample some of the finest cheeses while learning about the techniques and language of cheese tasting from a trained sommelier.

Discover the secrets of affinage and how the concept of terroir applies to cheese. You'll also learn how to choose wines that complement each cheese type, and sample cheese and wine pairings accompanied by artisan bread and fruit or olives fresh from a Paris market. In all, taste five varieties of cheese and five wines, representing the major families of French cheese and wines, with some regional specialties.

With more than 365 cheeses and 450 AOC wines available in France, you could taste a new cheese and wine every day of the year. Understand how to differentiate it all and why the French love cheese and wine—and love to share it—during this cultural experience.

Paris is celebrated worldwide for its chocolate-making traditions.  Now it’s your turn – at one of Paris’ most famous chocolate shops on the famous Rue Rivoli, you’ll get to participate in the fine art of chocolate-making.  This workshop will include additional tastings to explore the intense flavors of chocolate varieties; and you’ll get to fill up your own personalized chocolate box with the chocolates that you make.  Share your creations with your friends and family; or save them all for yourself! If your mouth is watering just from reading this, then this workshop is for you!

Located in the heart of Paris on Rue Rivoli, not far from the Tuileries Garden, is one of the most popular chocolate boutiques in the city.  This workshop is led by an experienced chocolatier - you're in good hands as you learn and work with professional materials to make your creations.  Once in the workshop you'll spend just over an hour working with the chocolate in its various forms, while learning about the distinct properties and diverse varieties of chocolates.  The tour includes a tasting of some of the shop's finest award-winning chocolates.  You'll get to keep the chocolates you make during the workshop to take with you.  

With your professional guide, explore the upscale outdoor market of Marché du Président Wilson on this 2-hour, small-group, food tour. Discover an incredible selection of products as well as exquisite architecture, while enjoying multiple delicious tastings. Your tour will conclude at the Place du Trocadéro for some of the best views of the Eiffel Tower.

Meet your guide at the departure location at 10 am to begin your exploration of the Marché du Président Wilson. Nestled amid extravagant apartments, museums, and embassies, the market is widely considered to be one of the best in Paris.

Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through an incredible array of vendors selling seafood, pastries, cheeses, breads, and much more. You will also stop at a delicious pastry shop nearby and enjoy a break in a stylish brasserie.

During your tour you will get to have a crêpe, enjoy some coffee and fine French pastries, and finish up by taking incredible photos of the Eiffel Tower from its best viewing point, Place de Trocadéro and the Chaillot Palace, where your tour will end around noon.

From the moment you arrive at cave à vin (the wine cellar), you'll know you're in good hands; the boutique is stocked wall-to-wall with selections of reds, whites, and rosés from across all of France.  You'll be greeted warmly by the staff and get settled in the prepared wine-tasting area of the boutique.  After meeting your wine expert, you'll receive a great overview of the wine regions of France, and with maps and authentic soil samples you'll understand  how different grapes and the diverse terrain of the country have led the vast number of varieties of wine produced.  Your wine expert will tailor your tasting to the group's wishes, and will propose wines from across France based on your interests.  Paired with a hard cheese and a soft cheese from a nearby artisanal cheese shop, you'll discover the incredible flavors that can be created simply by combining different wines with each.  Water and bread will be also available as a palette-cleanser.  You'll be able to ask questions and learn from some of the most passionate oenologists in Paris, who are happy to share their love of wine with you.  A treat for the senses and the mind, you'll finish up your tasting feeling more confident in understanding the differences in wines, thanks to what you've learned and the varieties of wine that you've enjoyed. 

A spittoon will be provided for those that wish to use it.  Note that, as the tasting does not take place in a restaurant, the boutique's toilets may not be readily available and/or easily accessible.

Pick up your Food Passport at a location near the Eiffel Tower, and begin your independent foodie experience by following the described route. The Food Passport is an innovative and authentic way to enjoy Paris from a culinary perspective.

As you walk through different neighborhood of Paris (Marais, Montmarte, Saint-Germain...) you will discover the expertise of the selected Parisian artisans by tasting their products, and learn new things about French gastronomy. Every time, the artisan will spend some time with you, explaining his work and products, giving you great insights about their passion. There is no rush: The Food Passport is valid for 3 months so that you can enjoy the different tastings during you whole stay.  

You will be able to make your own selection from a long list of selected local products:

- Wine from small wine yards

- Foie gras from Southwest of France

- Authentic Parisian macarons

- Virgin olive oil from Provence

- Traditional duck pâté

- Fruity cheese from Beaufort

- Authentic French moutarde

- Frog legs

- Bean to bar chocolate

- Calissons candies from Provence

- Crafted teas and coffees

- Crispy butter biscuits from Brittanny

+ 13 other local and authentic products

Eat your way through the Eiffel Tower ! Discover the fineness of the best French food products located close to the Eiffel Tower. This self-guided tour of local gourmet goodies gives you an itinerary to follow independently through a Tasting Passport, which you'll use to explore a selection of 6 French food products to be sampled at various stores and shops owned by welcoming Parisian artisans.

Discover the Eiffel Tower area in a new way, by tasting some selected French products. As you walk through the neighborhood, you can use the maps included to find your way and meet passionate local artisans.

At the first stop, you receive your Tasting Passport, a little booklet which contains loads of information about the products tasted and the artisans met during the trip.

The gourmet itinerary includes a wide selection of the finest French products : homemade Foie Gras from South West, Wine from a small French wineyard, a special coffee brewed in Paris, tasty traditional biscuits from Provence, a Meringue Cake from North and one of the best French chocolate cake called "Le Baulois".

You can complete the tastings at your own pace : the Tasting Passport can be used over several days ! 

Through a carefully made selection of welcoming & english-speaking shop owners, you will be able to meet personnally some local people and discover where the locals are used to get their food. If you don't have time to visit whole France, the experience would be even better as you can taste products coming from different regions of the country ! 

An innovative and authentic way to enjoy Paris from a culinary perspective.

This small group tour from Paris will let you discover the best of Normandy during a whole day.

Escape from Paris for the day and join our wine & spirits expert driver & guide in our comfortable minivan!

Enjoy delicious local cheeses (Camembert, Livarot, Coulommiers, Pont-L’Eveque) during a visit at a cheese factory, as well as apple cider & Calvados (hard cider) during your lunch at a traditionnal distillery.

You will also discover the beautiful landscapes of the Côte Fleurie (flowery coast) that inspired many impressionist painters and two emblematic cities of the region, the glamourous Deauville and the romantic Honfleur.

Normandy… everyone know this region for its rich history, from the Vikings invasions to D-Day , during WW2. Located about 2h30 north from Paris, this unique part of France can be depicted with green fields overlooking the sea where cows are peacefully eating fresh grass under the shade of apple trees. The region also boasts picturesque and flowery villages which, together with the magical landscapes, which makes it the cradle of the impressionist art movement, born in the 19th century with Renoir, Monet, Boudin…

The region is renowned worldwide for its local delicacies, the most famous ones being made from local apples (cider & hard cider, called Calvados) and cheese! (Camembert, Livarot, Pont l’Êveque)

Wine Passport’s tour will allow you to escape from Paris for the day and to enjoy the fresh air of one of France’s most beautiful parts!
Our wine & spirits expert guide will pick you up in the morning and your hotel and will drive you safely to Normandy, while you enjoy freshly baked croissants. During the whole tour, he will provide you with fun anecdotes and information about the region’s delicacies.
The first visit of the day will be a cheese factory. Discover all the processes needed to create Camembert, Livarot, Pont l’Êveque and taste the different cheeses!

You will then visit one of the region’s best cider & hard cider producers. After discovering the distillery, located in a building with an architecture typical of the region, you will have the chance to enjoy its beverages paired with local delicacies during lunch.  

The afternoon will be dedicated to the discovery of the Côte Fleurie (flowery coast), the region’s most beautiful landscapes. You will first have a walk on the mythical beach of the city of Deauville, also called “the Parisian riviera”, famous for its casino and all the celebrities who come during the international movie festival.
Your next and last stop will be in the city of Honfleur, where you will wander through its romantic streets and enjoy delicious Normand “crêpes” on its charming old harbor that you will recognize from famous impressionist paintings.

Where did macarons come from, and when were they invented?  Why are these world-famous pastries connected to Paris, and who makes the best ones?  Come walk around Paris' ancient Saint-Germain quarter with a local guide and learn the actual history behind macarons and this historical area. Visit the most famous macaron boutiques, and partake in a macaron judging event to see for yourself which macarons you like the best.   

Meet in front of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Près.  After discussing the origin and historical impact of macarons, you will follow your local guide through the ancient streets of the Saint-Germain quarter.  After stopping at five macaron shops, including the oldest and newest boutiques in Paris, you will finish the tour by partaking in a judging activity.  Using fun and valid categories you'll have a chance to see for yourself where the best macarons in Paris can be found. Compare with your friends, and if you want you can convert the provided special judging sheet to a picture frame to post your experience on social media.

Take a 3-hour gourmet food tour of France with this small-group walking tour. Sample a variety of delicious regional specialties from Paris’ traditional heritage food district; then enjoy a flight of French wines with a typical French lunch. Your guide will lead you to the best spots in this area: sample breads, cheeses, charcuterie, pastries, and chocolates, lovingly produced by skilled artisans from across the country. Then you'll end the tour in an award-winning wine bar, where the local produce and fare will be paired with a flight of leading wines, for an authentic and delicious French lunch. The maximum group size for this tour is 12 people.

Meet your guide and small group at the Etienne Marcel metro station in Paris, where you'll begin your tour of the best of French regional gastronomy. Start in a local bakery, in typical French style, with a coffee and a buttery croissant. Learn about how these specialties are made, along with traditional, organic breads. Your guide will pick up some baguettes here to enjoy later in the tour.

The Les Halles quarter of Paris is traditionally known as ‘the belly of Paris.’ Once home to the huge, teeming food market that fed the city each day, it remains today a mecca for food lovers, the streets lined with specialty food stores, restaurants, cafés and kitchen supplies. Join the local Parisians as they shop for their daily groceries, and take a stroll along its most animated street, the rue Montorgeuil, stopping along the way at favorite boutiques. Savor tasty artisan cheeses from across France in a traditional, local fromagerie, and delicate flavored fine chocolates from an artisan chocolatier. Then it’s time for a visit to the oldest (and possibly most beautiful) patisserie in Paris, founded by the baker to Queen Marie in 1730 - also the inventor of the ‘Baba au rhum’. Winners of several awards, including Best Chocolate Eclair, ’choose your favorite pastries to be savored later over lunch. The last stop is a beautifully restored epicerie, where you'll try traditional delicacies from the South West of France.

Your expert guide will also point out a centuries-old oyster house (the oysters were originally rushed to Paris by horse), as well as will highlight traditional butchers, fishmongers, and grocers as you wander along this fascinating street. For the cooks among you, particularly pastry lovers, don’t miss the wonderful suppliers of kitchenware and ingredients, including one of the oldest supply stores in Paris.

The tour ends at an award winning wine bar, where the days' discoveries collected will be paired with a flight of top-class French wines, served by a sommelier. Sample wines from three different regions, and discover and how to pair each wine with your food. Your gourmet tour concludes with a typical picnic-style lunch with wine.

Want to please the whole family but hesitating between a Walking tour, a Sweet tour or a Chocolate tour? Look no further as we have the perfect solution: A tasty sweet and chocolate Treasure Hunt in the elegant Saint-Germain-des Prés district. This mouthwatering fun and delicious tour includes 10 tastings and will culminate in your kids making their own chocolate bar!

You’ll meet your kid-friendly foodie guide in front of Saint-Germain-des-Prés church, a district housing the best Parisian chocolate craftsmen and pastry brands. Throughout the visit, your children will be engaged in a Treasure Hunt to discover the next shop where you will savor some of the best French delights: macaroons, caramel, and various types of chocolate…

HIGHLIGHTS

• A Pastry and Chocolate tour to please the whole family
• 10 tastings to discover the best of French sweets: macarons, chocolate mousse, toffees...
• A thrilling walking tour full of riddles and anecdotes in Saint-Germain-des Près
• Your kids will have great fin while creating their own chocolate bar!

To begin with, the whole family will step inside Paris’ oldest chocolate store. The shop window is as beautiful as the selected chocolates are tasty. A 200-year experience always counts!

Further along, macaroons are in favor. Your children will choose their desired flavor from a range of fifteen, because young gourmets could be real connoisseurs. You will appreciate this shop’s candy dish atmosphere.

Next discover, the Odéon neighborhood, where it’s all about a French specialty you may cook every delight with, whether it be candy, jam or cream filling: Salted butter caramel. You’ll certainly enjoy a few of these caramel recipes before turning your attention back to chocolate.

You’ll alternately visit two extraordinary chocolate factories. The first displays a wide array of carefully prepared chocolate mousses. Absolutely jaw-dropping! Mousses are a feast for the mouth, but the bars’ packaging is a feast for the eyes. You’ll surely wish to buy out the whole shop!

Your last stop will give you the opportunity to share a drink with your guide in a warm atmosphere. And to see your children making their own chocolate bar with their selection of ingredients. It goes without saying that this is one of the kids’ absolute favorite stops!

Discover the Paris of your dreams - along with the food of your dreams too- on this 2-hour walking tour of Rue Montorgueil. Follow your guide through the bustling pedestrian area and breathe in tantalizing aromas as you step into traditional bakeries, butcher's shops, fishmongers, florists and cheese and delicatessen shops. Alongside local Parisians, sample 10 iconic foods, and drinks, selected for this tour. Admire the Tower of John the Fearless (Tour Jean sans Peur) and paintings by Rubens, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Discover the enigmatic charms of France’s capital on this guided Paris tour that pairs secret local hangouts with delicious food and wine. You’ll start your Paris tour in front in front of the Notre-Dame Cathedral and then move on to the Hôtel de Ville, the city’s town hall, on the square where public executions were once carried out. Learn about the horrible death of Robert-François Damiens, the infamous man who tried to assassinate King Louis XV.

We’ll then move on to the little tangled streets of the Marais to spot beautiful medieval churches, corbelled houses, and narrow lanes. We’ll also pass by an iconic bakery whose baguette was elected one of the best in Paris and we’ll try our first pastry, a delicious meringue known as a ‘merveilleux.’

Next, visit Rue Saint-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie, part of the French gay scene. You’ll learn how this part of city, once sordid, became synonymous with trendy Paris, and a shopping hub for fashionistas and the core of “bobo” culture. While you’re here, stop and sample a delicious macaron from one of Paris’ most famous pastry chefs.

Just a street away is Rue des Rosiers, the heart of the Jewish community. It’s a vibrant pedestrian street full of falafel stands and delicious Jewish-influenced delis. We’ll enter a fabulous chocolate store to taste a butter-filled pastry, called Kouign Amann, a specialty from Brittany.

Our Paris tour will then take us back to the South Marais, where stands the longest remaining piece of the 12th-century defensive wall of Paris. After a walk through impressive Saint-Paul’s church, we’ll stop in at a local wine bar, where we’ll get a professional wine tasting. We’ll sample some iconic French liqueurs like Cognac andArmagnac or “Old Plum” brandy. To accompany our drinks, we’ll also taste some delicious French cheese or charcuterie treats.

A bit of glamour, a dose of history, a dash of quirk, and a lot of food—this total Paris tour is packed with everything you could ever need to see, do, and taste in order to be an honorary Parisian for the day. Start in the Paris fashion district, and walk with an insider guide to admire the Louvre and enjoy a macaroon tasting. See Centre Pompidou, sample some brandy, enjoy cheese and pastries, and walk through the Marais. This tour is limited to 12 people to provide a small-group experience.

Get to know the City of Light through the eyes of a local on your full-day tour, which starts in the heart of one of Paris’ most expensive and fashionable neighborhoods, where luxury, elegance, and beauty are around every corner.

With your guide, stop by an illustrious food store to sample a delicate macaron, a beloved French specialty. Then walk toward the Musée du Louvre, home to some of the world’s most celebrated art, such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. You won't go in (it can take hours—no, days—to properly explore this treasure trove of art), but you'll wander through an arcade that offers a free glimpse into the sculpture gallery. Relax in the well-manicured gardens, and enjoy some of the best sightseeing Paris has to offer.

Next up is more food. Head to a lively Parisian market to indulge in one of France’s most popular gastronomic pleasures, cheese. Perhaps taste some smooth, mild Brie, or sample a slice of pungent Roquefort, known as the ‘King of Cheeses.’ Then stroll through Paris’ secret arcades to discover quirky shops, boutiques, and one of the oldest buildings in the city.

Continue to the fascinating Centre Pompidou, where the first leg of your tour ends. Here, you have a bit of free time to wander and explore on your own. You could grab lunch at a bistro, or pick up a quick sandwich; be warned—there’s a lot of food to come in the afternoon. Or, perhaps go up to the top of the Pompidou for the best free view of Paris. (Food, drinks, and any entrance fees at your own expense during this break.)

After an hour, meet up with your group and guide outside the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Then, head off to explore the medieval neighbourhood of Le Marais, where highlights include beautifully preserved Gothic churches and streets, the remains of Paris’ 12th-century defence walls or breathtaking tucked away mansions. Le Marais is full of sweet shops, pâtisseries, boutiques and cafés, so be sure to quiz your guide on their recommendations so you can come back in your own time. We'll have a peek in three different pastry stores to taste iconic French sweets & pastries!

Finally, stop at a lovely wine bar to get a personalised wine tasting. Sip a range of French wines and try some delicious liqueurs, including Armagnac or "Old Plum", accompanied by a variety of French cheese or charcuterie, like ham or rillettes.

After an action-packed day in Paris and a peak by Paris most beautiful square, Place des Vosges, bid your guide farewell and end your tour at Bastille in the heart of vibrant Paris.

Join us at the Edwart Atelier and put yourself in a chocolatier’s shoes. Located just in front of the Tuileries Garden, Edwart Chocolatier offers different kinds of workshops suitable for all. Discover our production methods, plunge yourself into chocolate making and bring home your creations to impress your friends and family !

Our « Fun » workshop is made for you if you’re looking for a real introduction to chocolate making. You and your friends / family will become a real team of chocolatiers and will learn how to temper chocolate and make your own praliné or ganache recipe with the guidance of a chocolate expert. Of course, you will leave our « chocolaterie » with your creations, the recipe guidelines and an Edwart Diploma.

PRATICAL INFORMATIONS

Framing : 1 chocolate expert for 12 persons maximum.

Supplies : All the required equipments and primary ingredients to make the products, an apron and the packaging.

Lieu : Boutique EDWART Chocolatier - 244 rue de Rivoli – 75001 Paris

Photo (c) : Michel Persin

Join us at the Edwart Atelier and put yourself in a chocolatier’s shoes. Located just in front of the Tuileries Garden, Edwart Chocolatier offers different kinds of workshops suitable for all. Discover our production methods, plunge yourself into chocolate making and bring home your creations to impress your friends and family !

Our « Alchemist » workshop is made for you if you’re looking for a real introduction to specific chocolate making techniques. You and your friends / family will have the chance to learn some chocolatiers secrets like the perfect chocolate tempering methods and the making of « bi-couche » recipes, with the guidance of a chocolate expert. Of course, you will leave our « chocolaterie » with your creations, the recipe guidelines and an Edwart Diploma.

PRATICAL INFORMATIONS

Framing : 1 chocolate expert for 8 persons maximum.

Supplies : All the required equipments and primary ingredients to make the products, an apron and the packaging.

Lieu : Boutique EDWART Chocolatier - 244 rue de Rivoli – 75001 Paris

Photo (c) : The Pardon Guide

Join us at the Edwart Atelier and put yourself in a chocolatier’s shoes. Located just in front of the Tuileries Garden, Edwart Chocolatier offers different kinds of workshops suitable for all. Discover our production methods, plunge yourself into chocolate making and bring home your creations to impress your friends and family !

Our « Fun » workshop is made for you if you’re looking for a real introduction to chocolate making. You and your friends / family will become a real team of chocolatiers and will learn how to temper chocolate and make your own praliné or ganache recipe with the guidance of a chocolate expert. Of course, you will leave our « chocolaterie » with your creations, the recipe guidelines and an Edwart Diploma.

PRATICAL INFORMATIONS

Framing : 1 chocolate expert for 12 persons maximum. If you have a child less than 12 years old, this is still possible just ask by email.

Supplies : All the required equipments and primary ingredients to make the products, an apron and the packaging.

Lieu : Boutique EDWART Chocolatier - 244 rue de Rivoli – 75001 Paris

Photo (c) : Michel Persin

Join us at the Edwart Atelier and put yourself in a chocolatier’s shoes. Located just in front of the Tuileries Garden, Edwart Chocolatier offers different kinds of workshops suitable for all. Discover our production methods, plunge yourself into chocolate making and bring home your creations to impress your friends and family !

Our « Alchemist » workshop is made for you if you’re looking for a real introduction to specific chocolate making techniques. You and your friends / family will have the chance to learn some chocolatiers secrets like the perfect chocolate tempering methods and the making of « bi-couche » recipes, with the guidance of a chocolate expert. Of course, you will leave our « chocolaterie » with your creations, the recipe guidelines and an Edwart Diploma.

PRATICAL INFORMATIONS

Framing : 1 chocolate expert for 8 persons maximum.

Supplies : All the required equipments and primary ingredients to make the products, an apron and the packaging.

Lieu : Boutique EDWART Chocolatier - 244 rue de Rivoli – 75001 Paris

Photo (c) : The Pardon Guide

Meet your guide at 10am in central Paris and walk through the lovely 12th district, often overlooked by tourists but popular with Parisians. Your local guide will lead you to the Marché d'Aligre, a lively indoor/outdoor market selling everything from old gramophones to pieces of crockery to artisan jams.

With the help of your local guide, discover wonderful gourmet shops at the Marché d'Aligre where you can talk with the vendors about their passions and ask all the questions you like. Visit several cheese and chocolate shops and La Graineterie, a seeds shop that opened in 1895 and today sells specialty flours, spices, teas and classic candies along with seeds. Enjoy tastings of cheese, wine and chocolate, all of which are included in the price of your tour.

At the end of your 2-hour food walking tour, your guide will be happy to give you recommendations for further exploration so you can continue to wander the Marché d'Aligre on your own, seeking out tasty treats alongside the locals.

Meet your guide in the heart of Le Marais, an old district of Paris with plenty of medieval architecture. As you stroll around this fashionable area, once favored by the aristocracy and today filled with trendy art galleries and restaurants, listen to commentary from your expert local guide.

Work up an appetite as you make your way to Le Marché des Enfants Rouges, a small, centuries-old covered food market. Take in the sights and smells in this enclave of food stalls offering fresh produce and a variety of cuisines.

Your guide will lead you to an authentic French bistro where you will sit down with your small group for your tasting session. As you discover some of France's most famous cheese and wines, your guide will help you distinguish among different flavors and provide tips on selecting ideal wine and cheese pairings. Sample five cheeses including blue cheese, comté and goat's cheese and four different wines.

After your tastings, feel free to ask your guide for restaurant recommendations. Your leisurely walking tour of Le Marais and wine and cheese tasting session conclude at 6pm, leaving you the rest of the evening to discover more gastronomic delights!

Your culinary experience takes place at a bakery in Paris, where you'll arrive in the morning to start learning the art of baking authentic French specialties.

Enjoy a traditional French breakfast, and then begin your tour, which is divided into three sections. Start with the preparation of the bread, then shape some croissants, and finish with the pastry chef (demonstration depends of the needs of the bakery). You'll spend about two hours at the bakery learning how to perfect a baguette, croissant, pain au chocolat, and pastries.

When you're finished, you get to leave with the baguette and bread that you made. 

If you're interested, when you leave the bakery, there is a recommended wine and cheese shop next door, and perhaps you'd like to enjoy a picnic at Place des Vosges or in the scenic Square du Vert-Galan; you can ask your guide for directions.

Paris’ Gourmet Chocolate Museum (Musée Gourmand du Chocolat) is the Van Belle family’s third Choco-Story museum, after Bruges and Prague. Located in central Paris, this chocolate museum gives a rich glimpse at the evolution of chocolate. All the descriptive panels are in English, French and Spanish, and there are children’s activities for your little ones, including a treasure hunt.
On your self-guided tour of the 2,789-square-foot (850-square-meter) museum, browse more than 1,000 original artifacts across numerous exhibits and demonstrations that recount the 4,000-year history of the cocoa bean in all its forms. Starting with the Olmecs, Mayas and Aztecs, learn about the important role cocoa played in ancient cultures.
Jump forward to 1502, when Christopher Columbus and his crew robbed a Mayan trader, and in the process, nabbed some cocoa beans. Unimpressed with the goods, he nonetheless brought the cocoa beans back to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella as a curiosity. By the end of the 16th century, the use of cocoa spread across Europe. 
You'll also see how the chocolate-making process has streamlined over the centuries. Watch demonstrations to discover the secret behind the shiny outer coat that makes chocolate treats so appealing, and taste some of the chocolate products made on-site. Enjoy the milky smoothness of Costa Rican chocolate, the superb melt-in-your-mouth fruitiness of Peruvian chocolate, the sweet aromas of cocoa beans from Vanuatu and more. And don’t feel too guilty about indulging today — as you’ll learn, chocolate has many health benefits!
At the end of your visit, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate (if option selected) and browse the museum shop to purchase any books, souvenirs or chocolate products you like.

Board a luxury double-decker bus near the Arc de Triomphe and set off on your afternoon or evening tour of central Paris. Your bus is designed to recreate the atmosphere of a real Parisian bistro, and its 360-degree glass enclosure affords beautiful panoramic views of the city scenery.
From your table, enjoy an extraordinary sightseeing and dining experience as you drive past the Champs-Elysées, the Palais Garnier, the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, the iconic Eiffel Tower and other top Paris attractions. Ask your waiter for an audio guide if you’d like to hear a little history of the famous sights you pass.
With Paris' landmarks drifting slowly by, enjoy an elegant 4- or 6-course meal (see sample menus below). Just as you’d expect from a traditional Parisian bistro, the ingredients are always fresh and menus are carefully selected to make the most of the seasonal produce available.
Your tour loops back to the start point after 2 hours (lunch tour) or 2.5 hours (dinner tour).

Pair a gourmet meal with fantastic sightseeing on this unique panoramic bus tour in Paris. After hopping aboard a glass-enclosed, double-decker bus, your tour starts as you take a seat at your table and admire 360-degree views of the City of Light.

Enjoy a 4-course lunch of fine French cuisine. As you dine, pass by beautiful landmarks including the Champs-Elysées, Notre Dame Cathedral, Musée du Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower.

Your tour ends with return to the starting point.

Meet your guide, a fromager (cheesemonger), at the cheese shop in Paris' 3rd arrondissement. Step into your hygienic protective suit and head down to the underground cellar, where a variety of cheese rounds lie maturing in the cool temperatures.

Explore a large room full of maturing cheeses such as Beaufort (a raw cow's milk cheese produced in the French Alps), Etivaz (a hard, raw cow's milk cheese made in the Swiss Alps), Gruyère (a mild, hard yellow cheese originating in Switzerland but also produced in France), bôfavre (a hard cheese made in Switzerland's Jura Mountains) and many, many more. The exact cheeses vary according to the time of year. Marvel at the 77-pound (35-kg) wheels of Comté cheese racked up alongside delicate goat’s cheeses and soft Camembert, all in varying stages of maturation and ripening.

Listen as your guide delves into the history, traditions and techniques of French and Swiss cheese production, and feel free to ask any questions that come up. Then it's time to master the fine art of cheese and wine pairing. Savor seven soft, delicate cheeses, and follow your bites with sips of both light and complex wines, learning to appreciate the delicious, elegant and subtle flavors at play. Munch on bread and fruit to go with your cheese samples.

At the end of your 1.5-hour tasting, head back up to street level to conclude your session.

Your local Parisian guide will take you to a patisserie to enjoy some traditional French delicacies before a visit to a "fromage" shop to sample some favorite cheeses. Your personal guide will then lead your party to a classic chocolaterie where you will have the chance to eat mouthwatering chocolates. Your tour will include a stop at a boulangerie where you can sample classic French breads and baguettes and learn why you should never eat a baguette the wrong way around.

You will also drop into a creperie for a delicious crepe or galette. Your tour even includes a visit to a butcher shop, complete with a tasting of succulent French hams and cured sausages. Finally, your guide will pick out the perfect wine chosen to match your food and taste to enhance the entire experience. You will also enjoy a delicious secret dish along the way.

Montmartre is the perfect district for Paris food tours because of the area's flourishing restaurant scene, historical culture and charming ambiance. In the past, windmills, farming areas and art studios were prominent features of the Montmartre landscape. Now the area boasts an abundance of first-class wine bars, fine dining restaurants and rare shops, all adding to its appeal as one of the best and most unique food destinations in the world.

When you come on your "Le Marais" Food Tour in Paris, you will get to try many different types of French culinary delights, guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling.  First, your local Parisian guide will take you to a typical french Brasserie to enjoy some traditional French croissant and a coffee. Your tour will include a stop at a boulangerie where you can sample and learn about classic French breads and baguettes (and why you should never eat a baguette the wrong way around)! This will be followed by a visit of the oldest cover market in Paris to try some french cheeses and white wine. You will also drop into a typical Brasserie for the delicious flavor sensation of eating a croque Monsieur or a french pie. The tour cannot end without you tasting the best french chocolates and macarons! Oh, and of course there is a delicious Secret Dish, too!

• French Cheeses
• Cured sausages/hams
• Croissant
• Bread/baguettes
• Macarons
• Chocolates
• Croque Monsieur or French Pie
• French Pastry
• Our Mystery Secret Dish

• Red wine
• White wine
• Water
• Coffee

Croissants were once made from plain old ordinary bread dough; nowadays, they are made from pâte feuilletée levée (layered yeast-leavened dough). It is surely one of the most technical dough in French pâtisserie.

After 3 hours spent with our chef, you will have acquired the know-how to make croissants that are light, crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft on the inside. You will learn and perform each step in making classic butter croissants and croissants with almonds, but you will also learn how to make pain au chocolat (chocolate-filled croissants), pain aux raisins (raisin croissants) with pastry cream, and other variations of the croissant that are as delicious as they are unexpected.

You will learn some specific techniques :

• Make the Detrempe: mixture of flour, water, salt, butter, yeast, used in the preparation of croissant.
• Make the Beurrage: to add butter to the dough that is called pâton.
• Pâton : the block of croissant dough after the butter has been folded into the detrempe to form an envelope.
• Make the turns: to give turns to the croissant dough (pâton) by rolling the dough and folding it.
• Feuilleter (to make into leaves): enclosing the butter in a layer of dough and folding and rolling the dough to form thin layers or leaves.
• Abaisser ( to roll out): to roll out a sheet of pastry dough to the desire thickness with a rolling pin, before cutting and shaping it.
• Follow la pousse (the fermentation and the rising) : the expansion of the fermented dough caused by the yeast during the rising.

In two and a half hours you'll learn how to make your macarons a rousing success with this Italian-based meringue method, which is more technical, but yields better results.

Enjoy your freshly made creations on the spot. Or, if you can restrain yourself from devouring them immediately, take them with you to prolong the pleasure.

Some specific techniques you will learn:

• Petit boule: Cooking sugar to make meringue
• Macaronner: Folding in the batter
• Dresser: Piping the batter on a sheet pan

The word comes from French eclair, meaning "flash of lightning", so named because it is eaten quickly (in a flash). In this 2.5 hour course, you will learn how to work with a pastry bag and create garnishes and fillings like classic vanilla, pistachio, coffee or chocolate flavored pastry cream crème pâtissière. You will also learn how to glaze your eclairs with fondant icing. And as choux dough offers a very broad palette of specialties you will also do some chouquettes and some individual petits choux garnis.

With the help of your chef, you will perform all the steps. At the end of the course, if you haven't enjoyed your creations on the spot, you may take them with you.

You will learn some specific techniques including:

• Drying Batter: Working the mixture over the stove.
• Coucher (Piping): Placement of the batter on the pan and use of a pastry bag.
• Glacer (Glazing): Brushing the surface of certain pastries

Your tour starts with hotel pickup in Paris. With your driver-guide, head to your first stop, where you'll try an authentic Camembert made with raw milk at the last-standing farm in the village of Camembert that makes the cheese on site. Enjoy hearty samples of the farm-made cheeses with a glass of local cider.

Then head to a dairy that also works with raw milk, and learn how to recognize the differences between cheeses. If you select the lunch option when booking, this takes place next outside at a local village, weather permitting. Designed for those without any dietary restrictions, lunch consists of local Normandy products.

In the afternoon, the focus of your tour switches to Normandy's apple and pear beverages—hard apple cider, hard pear cider, pommeau, and calvados. Depending on the availability of the producers, you'll visit a traditional cider farm or an estate wine-oriented cider maker.

If you are not too tired after all this, a small surprise awaits you before your tour ends with return to Paris for drop-off.

Choose the class time to suit your schedule, then head to the cookery school in central Paris to begin your croissant class. The humble croissant is a pastry popular across the whole country, but learning how to bake a perfect batch every time requires practise and a little inside knowledge.
Follow step-by-step instructions and learn how to make fluffy croissant dough from beginning to end. With hands-on guidance from your instructor, master the art of the fold and discover how to get great results every time. Then, pop your croissants in the oven and watch them slowly rise. During your class you’ll also make pain au chocolat — a sweet pastry roll with chocolate filling.
After roughly two hours, when the baking is done, take your fresh pastries out of the oven and enjoy them with a cup of tea, coffee or juice. When you're finished, bid your instructor goodbye and receive a box of your creations to share with friends and family along with an electronic copy of the recipes in English.

Head to your cookery school in central Paris the afternoon, then meet your macaron-making instructor over a refreshing drink before beginning your class.

During your hands-on class, listen to step-by-step guidance from your instructor and master the delicate art of macaron making. Learn how to make the meringue shells in the colors of your choosing and master the art of piping in the buttercream filling.

When your macarons are ready, sample your creations with a cup of tea of coffee and listen as your host talks of the macaron’s place in French culture and tradition. After three hours of baking and tasting, take your box of macarons and head outside to conclude your class.

Upgrade your booking for an advanced macarons class and discover all Macarons subtelties

Meet your instructor at a cookery school in central Paris (59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine) to begin your class. If you've opted for the 6-hour class, start with a croissant and a cup of coffee or tea before heading to an open-air food market near Paris' Latin Quarter, where you'll pick up the ingredients for your meal and taste some cheese with your instructor.

If you've selected the 4.5-hour class, make your way to the cookery school after your instructor has returned from the market. Begin by planning your 3-course lunch menu, which includes an appetizer, main, and dessert course. Then, get started under the watchful eye of your instructor. As you prepare your meal, pick up tips and gain insight into traditional French cooking techniques.

After two hours in the kitchen (and a glass of wine or two), head through to the dining table with your fellow cooks. Sit down to the delicious meal you’ve prepared and enjoy half a bottle of white or red wine. You'll also learn the fine art of pairing food with wine. Before leaving, you'll receive electronic copies of your recipes so you can recreate the dishes at home.

If you've chosen the 4.5-hour class, head to the cookery school in the early evening and meet your instructor. First, plan your 4-course dinner, and then make a start as your instructor shares helpful tips on traditional French cooking techniques.
For a more complete cookery experience, upgrade to the 6-hour class. Begin in the mid-afternoon with a visit to an open-air food market near Paris' Latin Quarter. Wander the stalls and markets with your instructor and admire the range and quality of produce on sale. Pick up the ingredients you’ll need to prepare your meal, then head to the cookery school to start planning and cooking.
During your 2-hour cooking time, follow your menu plan and enjoy a glass of wine or two as you work. With your 4-course dinner ready, head into the dining area with your fellow cooks to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve prepared. With half a bottle of white and red wine to complement the flavors, sample one French cheese and learn the fine art of pairing food with wine.
After your meal, listen as your host sheds light on the traditions and customs concerning French culture and cuisine. Food is a huge part of the French national identity and plays a strong role in the country’s history, geography and sociology. You will receive electronic copies of your recipes after you leave the class.

Meet your instructor — an experienced sommelier — at your cookery school in central Paris to begin your wine and cheese pairing class. Designed with wine enthusiasts in mind, this 2-hour class is ideal for visitors to Paris keen to learn how fine French wine and cheese complement each other.

During your class, taste four wines from different regions across France as well as one Champagne. Listen as your guide explains the five major French cheese families, then sample them to experience their subtleties of flavor for yourself. Hear the geographical and historical origins of the wine and cheese you’re tasting and gain insight into the key concept of "terroir" in French produce.

Enjoy five wine and cheese pairings accompanied by a selection of sliced ham, bread and olives, and savor the wine and cheese as they work together to create complex aromas and flavors. Under guidance from your sommelier, bring your senses of smell and taste to the fore and learn the skill of blind wine tasting.

Take a knife and master the art of sabering a Champagne bottle to open it, then share a glass with your classmates. At the end of your 2-hour class you will receive Drop-Stop for the perfect pour every time and the school will send you the list of wine and cheese matches you will have sampled electronically.

In addition to your cooking class, you can also choose to include a guided tour of the markets in Paris, providing a unique opportunity to meet local butchers, bakers, and farmers selling vegetables from their gardens. Learn how to find and select the highest-quality ingredients and how to barter to get the best price. Along the way you will purchase fresh ingredients for your lunch before returning to the kitchen. Then it’s time to start cooking.

Alternatively you can skip the market tour and dive straight into this Paris cooking class. Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or a novice, this half-day Paris cooking class is a true hands-on experience: you will prepare a delicious lunch — including entree, main course, and dessert — from beginning to end. Best of all, when you return home, you can wow friends and family with your Parisian recipes and cooking skills.

At the end of your lesson, reward yourself with the delicious lunch you have prepared, accompanied by a glass of well-earned wine.

Under the watchful eye of your host – a French chef – spend an afternoon in a private apartment in the heart of Paris, discovering the culinary secrets to making delicate macarons from the recipe of the famous French pastry chef Pierre Hermé. The double-decker macaron – made by sticking two macaron shells together with ganache (filling)—was first done by Maison Ladurée, a legendary Paris pastry shop, in 1930. Today, colorful macarons line all Parisian pastry shops. Chic and irresistibly delicious, they are the perfect French treat!

Your 3-hour macaron-making experience will take place in a private kitchen, with regular utensils and equipment so you can easily make your macarons again at home. Two flavors will be chosen and created by your group out of the following options: chocolate, lemon, raspberry with Tonka bean, coconut with milk chocolate, or coffee.

At the end of your class, you will take away a box of macarons and a copy of the recipe to share with your friends back home (or keep all to yourself!).

Your French baking workshop starts when you arrive at your Parisian bakery and go behind the scenes to become a baker for the morning. Experience the daily life of a Parisian baker as you learn the secrets of perfecting the classic bread that’s an integral part of French daily life – the baguette.

There are many different kinds of baguettes, and during your workshop, you’ll bake two types, as well another French favorite – croissants. The flour will fly while your watch your expert baker demonstrate the proper techniques, from mixing and kneading the dough to shaping, decorating and putting it in the oven. Then do it all yourself!

The reward for your hard work comes as you bite into your freshly baked baguette as soon as it leaves the oven. When your class is over, you’ll have two baguettes and two croissants to take with you, as well as the recipes so you can do it all again at home.

Your afternoon in a local Parisian apartment provides a relaxed and authentic setting for your dessert-making class. After meeting your host in the center of town, take a leisurely five-minute walk to his or her private apartment, and then get cooking!

As a professional chef, your host has all the utensils and equipment you could possibly need. Put on your apron, and discover the secrets to making typically rich French desserts, as well as worldwide favorites.

The desserts created during your Paris cooking class will vary, but rest assured, whatever you eat is sure to be lip-smackingly good! Examples of typical French desserts and pastries that you may make include lemon madeleines (shell-shaped butter cookies) and tarte Tatin (upside-down caramelized apple flans). Additionally, you may make a dessert or two that is common outside of France, such as a deliciously gooey chocolate fondant or pineapples roasted in rum.

Under the watchful eye of your host, make two or three different desserts, chatting about baking, cooking and all things sugary as you go! After creating your dishes, sit down, relax and eat! You’ll have roughly 45 minutes to enjoy your dessert, with your choice of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.

After enjoying a cooking class in one of the world’s food capitals, you’ll be ready to show off your polished cooking skills to friends and family back home!

We will bake in small group in my Haussman-style apartment, and have a glass of champagne as we enjoy the macaroons! This is a wonderful luxury experience in Paris and a must try French dessert!

Macaroons are so versatile so we can prepare many different flavors of macaroons, for example: lemon, caramel or raspberry. Let me know what flavours you would like to try!

We'll meet at my place, in Paris 17th, very close to the Parc Monceau. After you are full with my famous French dishes, you can take a walk along the beautiful Champs Elysées or the famous Paris neighbourhood of Montmartre which are only 15 minutes from here. I'll also share with you where to eat in Paris like a local so you can enjoy the rest of your Paris trip taking part in unique dining experiences!

We invite you to join us for a crepe cooking experience and try your hand at making this delicious classic dish. 

Have a look at our menu and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

*** MAIN COURSE *** 

1 Galette complète 
filled with an egg, cheese and ham (salt and pepper) 

*please note that this course is not spicy and you can either remove any of the fillings 

*** DESSERTS ***

Crêpe 
filled with nutella, banana and almonds

*** DRINKS *** 

2 glasses of Brittany cider (this is what French locals in Paris drink with their galette!)

You will learn to make the ganache (the inside) and the meringue (the shells) and you will also have time to bake a second traditional pastry (madeleines, chocolate moelleux ...).

Then you will taste your delicacies with a beverage and take away the recipes and a box with the left overs. There's going to be enough pastries made to have after the class and to take home and enjoy later!

Get ready for this very Parisian and gourmet experience !

After being picked up by your guide at your accommodation in Paris, travel to Giverny, where you will walk in the footsteps of Claude Monet and impressionism.

The highlights of this tour will include:

The Garden and the House of Claude Monet in Giverny
Discover the secrets of one of the founders of Impressionism, Claude Monet. Leader of the artistic movement of the 19th century, he introduced perception, emotion, and light into the era's art and spent almost 40 years developing his Giverny property. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the artist as you explore his reading room, office, dining room, kitchen, and bedroom. 

After visiting the house, take a peek into the artist's workshop, where he painted the iconic 'Water Lilies', and stroll through the idyllic gardens, with its colorful flowers, lily pond, weeping willows, and Japanese cherry trees.

Cooking Class
Take part in a unique impressionist-inspired cooking class. For every season and with products of the market, instructors will help you make a menu inspired by Monet's cooking notebooks. You will then enjoy the gourmet meal as a lunch. 

Enjoy a delicate gourmet menu by our professional Chef, during a 2-hours class. The cooking class takes place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel.

Immerse yourself in a typical Parisian apartment at Stephanie’s, the Chef’s home. Guided by her professionnal skills, you will discover the authenticity of French terroir by introducing you to the pleasure of the French terroir.

Adapted to each season, with local products, this class teaches you to prepare a high-end menu (beginner level cooking class).Under the direction of a famous chef you will sharpen your sens of taste and learn to cook French local products.

• Discover the authenticity of French terroir
• Enjoy a gourmet lunch with typical French products 
• Exceptional must-do experience with a professional french Chef / beginner level cooking class
• A unique testing place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel

Some examples of Gourmet menu:

Summer menu:
 

- Gaspacho of cucumber with skewer of mozzarella and melon

- Salmon tartar / mango and mixed salad shoots

- Glass of strawberries with whipped cream

Easter menu:

- Mimosa eggs and shrimp  

- Rolled veal cutlet with asparagus and prosciutto and sauce morels

- Chocolate soufflé

- 1 glass of red wine

- 1 coffee + mignardises

Christmas menu:

- Jerusalem artichokes cream soup and whipped cream with truffle oil

- Roasted walnut Saint-Jacques, parsnip puree with vanilla and citrus sauce

- Pear “Belle Hélène”

- 1 glass of red wine

- 1 coffee + mignardises

Enjoy a delicate gourmet menu by our professional Chef, during a 2.5-hours class. The cooking class takes place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel.

Immerse yourself in a typical Parisian apartment at Stephanie’s, the Chef’s home. Guided by her professionnal skills, you will discover the authenticity of French terroir by introducing you to the pleasure of the Classic menu.

• Discover the authenticity of French terroir
• Enjoy a classic lunch with typical French products 
• Exceptional must-do experience with a professional french Chef / beginner level cooking class
• A unique testing place in the Invalides district close to Tour Eiffel

Adapted to each season, with local products, this class teaches you to prepare a high-end menu (beginner level cooking class).

Under the direction of a famous chef you will sharpen your sens of taste and learn to cook for example:

Summer menu

-Mozzarella and melon salad
-Salmon tartare with zucchinis salad  
-Apricot gratin with vanilla ice cream
-1 glass of red wine
-1 coffee + mignardises

 

Autumn menu

-Cauliflower and coconut cream soup with smoked salmon
-Rolled chicken with cheese, bacon and sweet potato puree
-Crumble plums or apples
-1 glass of red wine
-1 coffee + mignardises

The tour departs from your hotel or apartment in Paris to Étretat (around 2.5 hours). Aboard a spacious minibus, you will have access to Wifi and educational tablets to prepare for your visit. Your driver guide will also be available for any questions you may have.

The tour will include:

Étretat and the Alabaster Coast (Côte d'Albâtre)
Visit the famous cliffs of Étretat that inspired many artists, such as Coubert who produced over fifty paintings of the seascapes, cliffs, and waves. Monet also appreciated the area in all weather conditions and returned there regularly.

Impressionist Cooking Class
Join an impressionist cooking class in a charming manor for a unique culinary experience. With products of all seasons from the market, you'll create a menu inspired by Monet's kitchen notebooks. Accompanied by a recognized chef, you'll awaken your taste buds as you learn how to make a Tarte Tatin or Giverny Tart. Try a chicken risotto with asparagus or the pork tenderloin with pineapple and rosemary. Once your creation is complete, you'll get to enjoy your gourmet meal.

Le Havre and the Museum of Modern Art André Malraux (MuMa)
Discover the surprising architecture of the city of Le Havre post-war. Continue with a visit to see the magnificent impressionist collection of the Museum of Modern Art André Malraux (MuMa). This museum space by the sea, dedicated to light and reflection, presents an outstanding collection of artists, including Boudin, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley, Degas, Courbet and Corot. The charm of the place is undeniable.

After your visit, we'll return to Paris by minibus.

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel or apartment in Paris by your guide for the drive by minibus to Ile de Chatou, an island on the Seine River, outside of the city, nicknamed the Island of Impressionists.

When you arrive, explore the riverbanks of the Seine that inspired Impressionist artists like Sisley, Monet, and Pissarro. Then continue your immersive Impressionism experience at a French cooking class with an instructor who uses seasonal ingredients to teach you how to make recipes inspired by Monet's cooking notebooks. Our chef receives you home for a warm and friendly lunch.
Sample Menu : Carpaccio of black radish and beets; Chicken rolls with herbs and zucchinis fried ; Biscuits, whipped cream and strawberries

Afterward, sit down to enjoy the gourmet meal as lunch.

Then head back to the city to visit Musée Marmottan Monet (Marmottan Monet Museum) to see its magnificent collection of Monet's paintings. Your tour ends with return to your hotel or apartment in Paris.

Learn how to make home chouquettes like a pro and enjoy a break with your friends and family.

Are you a pastry lover?

If so, you’ll love this cooking class dedicated to the Parisian pastry. A chouquette is a type of Choux pastry consisting of a small portion of dough sprinkled with pearl sugar and sometimes filled with custard or mousse.

Learn how to make yourself home chouquettes like a pro and enjoy a break with your freinds and family.

Your host will share with you techniques and secrets as you bake two different flavors, based on the season: chocolate, pistachio, vanilla, coffee, chocolate, passion fruit, strawberry, lemon, salted caramel...After the class, you’ll enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with your creations.

And of course, you’ll have many to take home!

Live an authentic culinary experience in Paris.Learn about authentic French cuisine as you prepare your own lunch. Cook a refined menu of French specialties.

Paris, the world's most popular city destination, has plenty of must-see places but make sure you spend at least a day strolling off the beaten path, as this is the only way to discover the real Paris: a lively cosmopolitan but undeniably French city.

Discover the real soul of Paris with this travel through local tasting. Learn to cook like a French in a typical home in the central district of Paris and get hands-on help preparing your own lunch from a friendly professional chef. Enter the home of your cook and teacher, Odile, located in one of the most dynamic districts of the city. 

You will start the lesson preparing different delicious recipes, while learning all the secrets behind French cuisine.
Once the work is completed, you will enjoy the meal and the dishes tasting with the chef. You will also learn to combine the local recipes with fine wine, which of course you will taste. 

Get ready for an amazing experience in Paris.

Gabi is delighted to welcome you to our table to experience a marvelous taste of Brittany, France. This is a must-do in Paris and definitely an off the beaten track experience! French cuisine is extremely famous for it's marvellous taste and taste array of dishes.

One famous French dish to try in Paris is the Galette de Sarrasin - also known as a crêpe. In Brittany there is a distinction between the famous French dessert and galette- it's savoury counterpart.

What is the difference between a galette and a crepe? She hears you ask...Well, a galette is made out of blé noir (buckwheat flour), whereas the sweet crepe is made out of plain flour. She will show you how to make real crepes and share a nice time together.

First, raid the local farmers’ market together with your host, a fanatic French food buff, shopping for seasonal produce. Second, cook – fun and simple recipes to turn produce you like into superb dishes your friends will love you for. Then devours all this food – all of a sudden it’s a party. We celebrate the joy of eating.

Le Chef:

I got my cooking secrets and traditional French recipes from my grandmother, a genuine “cordon bleu” chef. As a student, I worked in several famous French and Italian restaurants in Los Angeles to share my passion of food over the ocean, but quickly came back. Now to enjoy my love of passing my knowledge of French cooking, I’ll invite you to my place for a fun cooking class.

The art of fine dining, the choice of selecting ingredients and the mastery of French cooking will be shared with you. I will also share his secret recipes of traditional French dishes with my own personal twist.

A second floor apartment of Paris is an unlikely place to find a ‘gourmet French restaurant’. Far from the over-polished spoons at stuffy star-studded restaurants, is a cooking class that opens its doors to all, for one of the most unique dining experiences you’ll find in Paris. Unlike other French cooking lessons, this culinary class treats guests more like fellow foodies, rather than just another student with an apron and a chopping board.

The idea is simple. An English-speaking Parisian, with a passion for food, is guiding guests through the smells and sights at the local farmers market, before inviting them home for a moment of cooking and conversation. Wearing an unmistakably pink shirt, I will greet our intimate class,maximum 6 guests, outside Metro Saint Mandé and take you shopping to select the finest seasonal products from the best farmers in town.

After squeezing into possibly the Guinness World Record holder of Worlds’ Smallest Elevator, you will enter into a spacious city apartment and I hope my warm hospitality will put the room at ease. Sharing the granite kitchen bench tops we’ll start the cooking together and you will have no other option but help with the preparation, chop and peel away! We will discuss the obvious differences between French food and the others and I’ll tell you more about our tradition of sharing meals in France. I’ll do my best to give you the right impression about French family food.

After an hour and a half of preparation, the long-awaited moment will arrive and we will sit down to feast on our achievements.

The Menu*: 

Cold soup of Cantaloup and mint, white balsamic with pimento of espelette and tangerine flavored olive oil
or
Crème with seasonal mushrooms

Papillote of salmon on a bed of leaks and green apple wrapped in filo crust
or
Provençal stuffed veggies

Cheese tray

Chocolate lava cake with a side of seasonal fruits
or
Financier and orange flavored chantilly cream

*Subject to change due to seasons and market availability and chef's mood!

Learn how to make a French meal with a local chef in Paris during this private cooking class. Catherine will welcome you into her professional kitchen in her flat near the Arc de Triomphe, where you'll help prepare a 3-course lunch in a relaxed atmosphere with your private small group. A cookbook writer, Catherine has spent many years in Provence, where she learned and taught how to make authentic French cuisine. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to include a visit to the market.

Your private cooking class takes place at an apartment near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. If you select the market option when booking, your experience starts at the market, where you'll meet Catherine, your instructor, who shows you her favorite market shops to select ingredients for the class; high-quality ingredients are very important in French cuisine.

Learn about the products, their appellations and origins, and the ideal season for them to be used. Then stop by the bakery to get some fresh bread before heading to Catherine's apartment, a welcoming home where she shares her love of French cuisine with you.

Catherine explains her carefully chosen menu, which varies depending on the seasonal ingredients. French food is one of the richest in the world, so Catherine will have selected recipes that you can take home and make again for your family and friends. After an introduction of the steps to follow, she invites you to participate (if you wish) in the slicing and preparation of vegetables and meats.

Once the 3-course meal is prepared, sit down to enjoy your lunch with Catherine.

Your Paris culinary experience starts by meeting your chef-guide in Montmartre, where you'll take a 1.5-hour tour of a local market.

Like a fine-dining restaurant, you will create the menu, learning how to select top-quality produce from the market and meeting local merchants. Then head back to the cooking school a few minutes away, where aprons, cutting boards, and chef's knives are provided, to begin your hands-on lesson from starter to main course to cheese platter to dessert.

At the end of the 1.5- to 2-hour lesson, sit down around the cozy dining table and enjoy your 4-course meal together, including a fine selection of cheeses from the market and French wine. Spend the next hour and a half taking your time to relax, discuss the recipes and savor the exquisite food.

Your French desserts beginner lesson begins as you meet your professional chef at a location in northern Paris.

He or she will guide you through tested recipes of quintessential bistro desserts like crême brulée, financiers, chocolate tartelettes, Parisian fruit tart, or soufflé using fresh, seasonal products and Valrhona chocolate, made from the purest of cocoa beans and renowned for its outstanding quality.

At the end of class, taste your desserts on site with a drink, and take the rest with you in a to-go box.

In this class the sauces are the stars. We will prepare simple meat, fish and vegetable dishes to accompany our sauces. Leanr to make a stock - the essential base for any good sauce. We will also teach you how to clarify butter as well as variations of sauces to enlarge your sauce-making library.
 
Of course as usual, everything will be fresh and in-season, so the accompanying recipes will vary based on what is available.
Some examples of what you'll make in class (based on season and availability):
 
Chicken or fish velouté
Sauce au Poivre
Clarified Butter
Beurre Blanc
"Aise" Sauces (ie mayonnaise, Hollandaise, etc.)

For timing, some parts of the preparations may be done in advance by your chef. You will receive by email a PDF booklet of recipes including some not covered in class.
 
As with all our classes, the meal, wine and calories are included at no extra charge.
 
Highlights:
-Learn to make a stock from scratch
-Master the basic French sauces essential to French cuisine
-Learn technics for elaborating your sauce preparations
-Hands-on learning experience in a fun and convivial atmosphere

Your evening begins at 6pm near the corner of Rue Baudelique and Rue Ordener in Paris. This night includes a seat at the Chef's Table with a resident sommelier choosing 5 different wines to accompany each small dish that will be prepared right before your eyes by your chef. Both will help you unlock the secrets of food and wine pairing as an introduction to French food and wine culture. This is your chance to get into the mind-set of a chef as he prepares a gourmet meal. It is also an occasion to learn the master the art of wine pairing with skills you can take home.

Just sit back, relax, and observe the creativity and expertise of the chefs for this unique dining experience with delectable French dishes and wines. The chef and sommelier are here to keep you entertained while teaching you skills and easy to remember guidelines about French wine and food pairing that surely will come in handy at any of your future events.

The menu is decided by the chef and is based on what is fresh and in season. While a menu is not provided ahead of time, you can indicate at time of booking if you have any dietary restrictions that the chef should be aware of when composing his menu.  The event will end around 10pm.

In our Mad About Choux Pastry class you will learn the finest Choux pastry recipes and the secrets to the classics that you can recreate at home. With this base, the skies the limit with what you can do with it - you may even invent your own choux dessert or apéritf who knows!
 
Remember the croque-en-bouche, that touring tour of cream puffs, which often makes its presence at French weddings in place of a wedding cake? Well that  is thanks to choux pastry as well. And while we can't go through the exhaustive list of treats you can make with this dough, you will walk away with enough to great creative in the kitchen.

We'll sample some of our creations in class and you can take the rest home to share.
 
Join us to learn about the different forms this pastry dough can take in our 3 hour class. We're pretty sure, you'll be mad about choux too!
 
Here are some of the examples of what you could be creating in just 3-hours with your Chef:
 
- Chouquettes - cream puffs
- Eclair Salée - savory eclair
- Paris-Brest - choux pastry & praline cream
- Religieuse - choux pastry with flavored pastry cream

Meet in Paris' 18th borough in early afternoon, be introduced the the Chef, don your provided apron and start preparing. You will also be provided with all necessary materials and ingredients for the class.

In the next few hours you will learn to make exquisite French pastries from an expert chef, and work with tried and tested recipes that can be recreated at home. Learn the art of making Paris Brest, a dark chocolate tart, Mille-feuille, and the famous Baba au Rhum. You will be using Valrhona Chocolate in the class made from the purest cocoa beans renowned for outstanding quality. For your information this class also requires the use of gelatin.
 
The class requires you to have certain level of experience in baking as some more advanced methods are used during the session. Beginner bakers should try their hand at the operator's Bistro French desserts class.

Once the class is finished, taste your desserts on-site along with a drink, and take home the rest in the provided takeaway boxes.

Your Paris culinary experience takes place with a chef, who teaches you how to cook traditional French recipes while you listen to surprising stories about the history of French food. Satisfy both your appetite and curiosity as you prepare dishes such as onion soup, or discover the secrets of red wine sauce. Your experience ends by sitting down to enjoy your dinner. You have two options when booking.

4-hour experience:
Learn how to prepare a 4-course French menu, including a first course, main course, cheeses, and dessert. Your talented French chef, a former student of one of Paris' most prestigious institutions, invites you into the kitchen loft in the center of Paris to share cooking skills with you and show you how easy French cuisine actually can be. With a glass of French wine, participate in the preparation of the whole menu.

6-hour VIP experience:
Meet your chef directly at a market on the pedestrian street Montorgueil. Take a 2-hour market tour to select items such as the best cheeses from a cheese shop or vegetables from the truck garden. After the 4-course menu preparation during your cooking class, enjoy the warm and festive atmosphere of your freshly made meal in a cozy loft, accompanied by a selection of white or red wine (half a bottle per person). A selection of three French cheeses accompanies the wine, and you will discover some tips for wine pairing.

Do you want to learn how to cook French pastries surprisingly easy to reproduce at home? Book a French pastry class now in the heart of Paris!

A former student of Paris' prestigious culinary institutions, our chef will do his best to demonstrate that cooking is easy. Meet him in his kitchen loft in the heart of historic Paris, close to the Opera.

If you have more time in Paris, we advise you to choose the 4-hour option which includes a visit of the district and its traditional pastry stores. You will share your time between the visit of the market (1.5 hours approximately) and the pastry class (2.5 hours approximately).

As soon as you arrive, put on your apron and chef's hat, and enjoy a savory pastry class in a relaxed atmosphere. This is a small group and an interactive tour where you will get to learn how to cook a typical French dessert from A to Z . You will also learn during the tasting the typically French manners connected to the art of the tasting.

Pick your class when booking online :

• Macarons,
• Croissants,
• Financiers & Madeleines ,
• French Pastries (Eclair)

Make your way to the central Paris apartment of your local chef, which is where your French cooking class will take place. after meeting the chef and the rest of your small group, you’ll go over the menu and be given all the tools and ingredients necessary for your 3-hour, hands-on cooking class.
You’ll learn how to make three different classic French desserts using 100% organic and gluten-free ingredients. Menu items vary but may include moelleux au chocolat (chocolate fondant), pear clafoutis, almond tuiles (thin biscuits), raspberry financiers or poached pears. No previous cooking skills are necessary, as you'll be guided every step of the way.
Once everything is made, you get to indulge in your sweet creations! Enjoy these freshly baked, mouth-watering desserts accompanied by some coffee or tea in the company of newfound friends. Whatever you don’t finish during your 30-minute tasting session you can take home with you in your provided to-go box.
The recipes are sent to you by email, so you can recreate these delicious gluten-free, organic desserts with family and friends back home.

Your cooking experience takes place in central Paris at the home of a revered French chef, who’ll lead you through today’s cooking class. Your chef has professional experience in several restaurants, including a Michelin-starred restaurant, so you get to learn from the best of the best!
If you choose the market tour option, you'll start at a Parisian outdoor market to help your chef pick out the fresh, local and seasonal products you'll use for your meal, such as poultry, seafood, seasonal vegetables and spices. Otherwise, head straight to the chef's home for your class. After getting settled with your provided cooking tools and going over the menu, you’ll be ready to start cooking!
Follow several creative, festive winter recipes to create classic French dishes such as cream of pumpkin soup and Bûche de Noël (see sample menu below). Because your class takes place in the chef’s own kitchen, you'll enjoy a hands-on experience while learning tips and tricks from a pro. Your chef will coach you through every step, so no experience is required.
The crowning jewel to this traditional French meal is a Bûche de Noël. This classic log-shaped cake is a favorite French dessert during the winter, and will be a beautiful addition to your family's Christmas dinner table!
After everything has been cooked, sit down to enjoy your meal with some French wine. You'll take home all of the day's recipes, so you can recreate these classic French dishes for your friends and family over Christmas or any other special occasion. Bon appétit!
Please note: This tour is seasonal and runs from early November to the end of January.

Sample Menu
First Course

• Velouté de potimarron (cream of pumpkin soup) with scallops

• Supreme of guinea fowl with Jura yellow wine and true morels (type of mushroom)
• Mont d'or cheese

• Chocolate and chestnut Bûche de Noël (Yule log cake)

• Wine (Jura sauvignon or chardonnay)
• Coffee
• Tea
• Water

Stephanie is a native from Paris who spent years with her family in Normandy while her children were growing up. She describes herself as a child as the “petit souris” (little mouse) who was sneaking in to the kitchen to watch her mom cook. Later, she went on to improve her cooking skills, graduating from one of the top hospitality schools in Lausanne, Switzerland! Stephanie lives in a lovely Paris apartment in the Batignolles neighborhood. She is passionate about the marvels of her local market, just across the street and has both knowledge of the various local ingredients and of teaching how to cook traditional and typical homestyle French dishes. 

This course will allow you to discover and master many different techniques through making the great classics of French desserts.

On Fridays, join the French Desserts class to learn how to make basic cake mixtures: Joconde sponge cake, ladyfinger sponge cake, biscuit dacquoise, or Genoise sponge cake. You will also learn to make various creams: french butter cream, diplomat cream, classic pastry cream, mousseline, or Chantilly cream. Last but not least, you’ll learn about the technique for assembling the French layers cake, Entremet, in a ring.

On Thursdays, enjoy the Tarts and Tartlets class to discover the differences between a soft short pastry dough, crumbly sweet pastry dough, and shortbread pastry dough. Bring home the secret of the meringue lemon tart, the Bourdaloue pear tart, or the chocolate ganache tart. The French are fond of tarts and you will be too.

In short, you’ll learn the secrets for satisfying and dazzling even the most discriminating sweet tooth. You will learn some specific techniques, including:

• Foisonner Crème au Beurre: Whipping butter
• Bain-marie: (water bath) cooking in a water bath in the oven
• Dresser: Piping out a batter with a pastry bag
• Ruban: Measuring the consistency of the meringue

Croissants were once made from plain old ordinary bread dough; nowadays, they are made from pâte feuilletée levée (layered yeast-leavened dough). It is surely one of the most technical dough in French pâtisserie.

After 3 hours spent with our chef, you will have acquired the know-how to make croissants that are light, crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft on the inside. You will learn and perform each step in making classic butter croissants and croissants with almonds, but you will also learn how to make pain au chocolat (chocolate-filled croissants), pain aux raisins (raisin croissants) with pastry cream, and other variations of the croissant that are as delicious as they are unexpected.

You will learn some specific techniques :

• Make the Detrempe: mixture of flour, water, salt, butter, yeast, used in the preparation of croissant.
• Make the Beurrage: to add butter to the dough that is called pâton.
• Pâton : the block of croissant dough after the butter has been folded into the detrempe to form an envelope.
• Make the turns: to give turns to the croissant dough (pâton) by rolling the dough and folding it.
• Feuilleter (to make into leaves): enclosing the butter in a layer of dough and folding and rolling the dough to form thin layers or leaves.
• Abaisser ( to roll out): to roll out a sheet of pastry dough to the desire thickness with a rolling pin, before cutting and shaping it.
• Follow la pousse (the fermentation and the rising) : the expansion of the fermented dough caused by the yeast during the rising.

In two and a half hours you'll learn how to make your macarons a rousing success with this Italian-based meringue method, which is more technical, but yields better results.

Enjoy your freshly made creations on the spot. Or, if you can restrain yourself from devouring them immediately, take them with you to prolong the pleasure.

Some specific techniques you will learn:

• Petit boule: Cooking sugar to make meringue
• Macaronner: Folding in the batter
• Dresser: Piping the batter on a sheet pan

The word comes from French eclair, meaning "flash of lightning", so named because it is eaten quickly (in a flash). In this 2.5 hour course, you will learn how to work with a pastry bag and create garnishes and fillings like classic vanilla, pistachio, coffee or chocolate flavored pastry cream crème pâtissière. You will also learn how to glaze your eclairs with fondant icing. And as choux dough offers a very broad palette of specialties you will also do some chouquettes and some individual petits choux garnis.

With the help of your chef, you will perform all the steps. At the end of the course, if you haven't enjoyed your creations on the spot, you may take them with you.

You will learn some specific techniques including:

• Drying Batter: Working the mixture over the stove.
• Coucher (Piping): Placement of the batter on the pan and use of a pastry bag.
• Glacer (Glazing): Brushing the surface of certain pastries

Choose the class time to suit your schedule, then head to the cookery school in central Paris to begin your croissant class. The humble croissant is a pastry popular across the whole country, but learning how to bake a perfect batch every time requires practise and a little inside knowledge.
Follow step-by-step instructions and learn how to make fluffy croissant dough from beginning to end. With hands-on guidance from your instructor, master the art of the fold and discover how to get great results every time. Then, pop your croissants in the oven and watch them slowly rise. During your class you’ll also make pain au chocolat — a sweet pastry roll with chocolate filling.
After roughly two hours, when the baking is done, take your fresh pastries out of the oven and enjoy them with a cup of tea, coffee or juice. When you're finished, bid your instructor goodbye and receive a box of your creations to share with friends and family along with an electronic copy of the recipes in English.

Head to your cookery school in central Paris to meet your instructor, an experienced pastry chef, then enjoy a refreshing drink before beginning your 2-hour French pastry cooking class.

During your class, receive hands-on instruction from your instructor on how to make basics including choux pastry and Chantilly cream (whipped cream) — the building blocks of French pastry-making.

Next, listen as your instructor explains how to make chocolate éclairs and cream puffs, then follow the steps yourself and make your own. Learn important tips and tricks such as how to ensure an even rise in the oven and the correct method for piping cream into your delicate creations. Gain insight into the theory behind the more complex cooking methods and feel free to ask questions along the way.

When you’re done cooking, sit down with your fellow pastry chefs and taste your treats over a cup of tea, coffee or an organic fruit juice. Listen as your instructor shares entertaining stories about French pastry’s role in the country’s cuisine and culture.

After approximately three hours in the company of your instructor, receive a box with your pastry delicacies and step outside to conclude your class.

Head to your cookery school in central Paris the afternoon, then meet your macaron-making instructor over a refreshing drink before beginning your class.

During your hands-on class, listen to step-by-step guidance from your instructor and master the delicate art of macaron making. Learn how to make the meringue shells in the colors of your choosing and master the art of piping in the buttercream filling.

When your macarons are ready, sample your creations with a cup of tea of coffee and listen as your host talks of the macaron’s place in French culture and tradition. After three hours of baking and tasting, take your box of macarons and head outside to conclude your class.

Upgrade your booking for an advanced macarons class and discover all Macarons subtelties

Meet your instructor at a cookery school in central Paris (59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine) to begin your class. If you've opted for the 6-hour class, start with a croissant and a cup of coffee or tea before heading to an open-air food market near Paris' Latin Quarter, where you'll pick up the ingredients for your meal and taste some cheese with your instructor.

If you've selected the 4.5-hour class, make your way to the cookery school after your instructor has returned from the market. Begin by planning your 3-course lunch menu, which includes an appetizer, main, and dessert course. Then, get started under the watchful eye of your instructor. As you prepare your meal, pick up tips and gain insight into traditional French cooking techniques.

After two hours in the kitchen (and a glass of wine or two), head through to the dining table with your fellow cooks. Sit down to the delicious meal you’ve prepared and enjoy half a bottle of white or red wine. You'll also learn the fine art of pairing food with wine. Before leaving, you'll receive electronic copies of your recipes so you can recreate the dishes at home.

If you've chosen the 4.5-hour class, head to the cookery school in the early evening and meet your instructor. First, plan your 4-course dinner, and then make a start as your instructor shares helpful tips on traditional French cooking techniques.
For a more complete cookery experience, upgrade to the 6-hour class. Begin in the mid-afternoon with a visit to an open-air food market near Paris' Latin Quarter. Wander the stalls and markets with your instructor and admire the range and quality of produce on sale. Pick up the ingredients you’ll need to prepare your meal, then head to the cookery school to start planning and cooking.
During your 2-hour cooking time, follow your menu plan and enjoy a glass of wine or two as you work. With your 4-course dinner ready, head into the dining area with your fellow cooks to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve prepared. With half a bottle of white and red wine to complement the flavors, sample one French cheese and learn the fine art of pairing food with wine.
After your meal, listen as your host sheds light on the traditions and customs concerning French culture and cuisine. Food is a huge part of the French national identity and plays a strong role in the country’s history, geography and sociology. You will receive electronic copies of your recipes after you leave the class.

From les grands restaurants, to thousands of exquisite specialty shops, to the neighborhood boulangerie, Parisians have mastered the art of cuisine. In this 2.5-hour Paris food tour led by a local chef or food writer, we will stroll the charming streets of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Left Bank, exploring the culinary culture of Paris. Our guide will introduce the basics of French cuisine while we meet the owners of tiny food shops, taste artisanal products, and enliven our senses to the amazing culinary traditions for which France is known the world over.

• Taste and discover French culinary traditions and philosophies.
• Accompanied by a professional chef or food writer.
• Small-group tour—no more than 6 people.
• Paris Food Tour in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

Taste of St-Germain

Traveling through the chic Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, our walk visits a select group of specialty food shops our docents have evaluated for their exceptional, artisanal wares. Once the home of the intellectual café culture of the 1950s, this upscale quartier is now known for its high-end shopping, beautiful boulevards, and most importantly, the gourmet food shops—some of which have been in the area for generations. Our culinary experts will lead us through the best of the best—tailored to their particular specialities and relationships with shopkeepers. Thus, our exact presentation and tour of shops will vary depending on the docent and group, creating a unique experience.

Paris Food Tour

With so many aspects of French cuisine to choose from, we begin by grounding ourselves with two Parisian staples: bread and cheese. Rarely missing from a French table, we learn that these items have an impact on both France's culinary and cultural identity. As such, we may open the walk with a visit to one of the best boulangeries to discover what defines a good baguette and its importance on the Parisian table, followed by a stop into an artisanal fromagerie to learn about some of France's nearly 400 types of cheese (and the various ways to correctly slice them). Aided by a variety of tastings, learning about the seasonality and aging process of French cheese is yet another delicious chapter of this edible cultural exchange.

Following our introduction to the basics, we'll delve deeper into French specialties, potentially paying visits to the butcher to tempt our palates with foie gras, homemade rillettes, or this season's wild game. We might then sample a succulent chocolate made of roasted Equatorial cocoa beans, peer through the windows of the traiteur once responsible for Versailles's elegant fare, or even pop into the pâtissierie of our dreams. Our epicurious journey may come to a close with a glass of Armagnac in a wine shop passed from generation to generation since 1905.

"[This tour is for the] burgeoning Francophile who does not shy away from attractive carbs, alluring pork products or full-bodied cheeses." -Amy Tara Koch, Travel and Leisure

Understanding the French Diet

Along the way, we will examine how all of these products fit into the French diet, as well as other culinary traditions and philosophies. We may discuss how this legacy of culinary excellence has evolved into today's dining trends, discovering the differences between a brasserie, bistro, and restaurant, or simply focus on the French emphasis on dining ensemble. As we finish, we should have an excellent foundation in the cornerstones of French gastronomy and be better prepared to further discover French food during our stay and beyond.

Booking Instructions

Please note any food allergies or intolerances in the Notes box when booking.

Wine enthusiasts would also enjoy our Paris Wine Tour and Tasting, focusing on Bordeaux and Burgundy wines. We also organize a Paris Left Bank Tour, which provides a basic introduction to the Left Bank and Paris as a whole.

Wine and France are inextricably entwined. A vibrant thread in the fabric of daily life and culture, wine has helped shape France's history, gastronomy, and urban landscape. Our 2.5-hour Paris wine tour and tasting, led by a sommelier or oenologist guide, introduces the basics of French wines, from the Bordeaux and Burgundy to the country’s lesser known appellations. Over a couple glasses of wine, we will discuss the wine-making process and the evolution of wine in France, as well as food and wine pairings, current trends, and tasting techniques to help you continue your appreciation at home or abroad.

• Paris wine tour and tasting led by an expert sommelier or oenologist.
• Taste up to 4 wines and pair them with cheese and charcuterie.
• Small groups—never more than 6 people on a walk.

Paris Wine Tour and Tasting

We'll begin with a discussion of France's 2,500 year history of wine production, which dates from Greek and Roman times. Sitting together at a traditional bar à vin, we'll taste a few classic French white wines. Here, we'll learn about dégustation, the art of tasting, and we'll explore the history of wine in France and its particular importance in Paris. Showcasing the diverse styles of French wine, these tastings will serve to calibrate your palate, teaching us how to evaluate wine using our senses of smell and taste.

Perfect Pairings

We'll also enjoy a plate of fromage or charcuterie and discover the basics of pairing French wine with food, raising the concept of terroir, the dominant philosophy in French wine and cuisine. We'll use this concept to explore how natural elements can effect the flavor of your wine. We'll then head to a charming bistro and further our discussion. On our way, we may even have time to stroll through the neighborhood market that's quieting down for the evening to peek at what may still be left in the stalls, broadening our understanding of terroir.

Understanding Appellations

Seated at our second local establishment, we'll settle in to taste a few typical red wines. Here, we have an excellent opportunity to take a closer look at the bottles to understand what’s inside. France was the first country in the world to classify its wines using AOPs. This system, dating from the 1930's, is still in use today and can be daunting to even the most seasoned wine expert. Guided by our docent, we will learn the ins and outs of this system, its initial purposes and structure, and how it has evolved today. While examining several bottles, we will be able to dissect a typical French wine label and see its quality level clearly, before even trying the wine.

"We marveled at our docent’s breadth of knowledge, not only of the end product—wine—but perhaps even more so of its history and the ever so many pieces of the puzzle."

Take Aways

To bring our experience full circle, we may put our wine knowledge into practice at a local wine shop, a cave à vin, where we'll take an in-depth look at the wine regions of France, the art of reading French wine labels, and current trends in French wine-making. We will leave our walk with new gustative knowledge on French wines that we can take home with us and put to good use when buying or drinking French wine anywhere in the world.

Booking Instructions

Please note any food allergies or intolerances in the Notes box when booking.

Special Custom Tastings: For visitors looking for a unique experience, we can custom-design a private tasting to focus on a particular region or on lesser-known wines. We can also arrange a luxury wine tasting experience. For more information see our Private Paris Food Tour. Foodies may also enjoy our Paris Food Tour or our Paris Market Tour.

Your tour begins at Reims Cathedral. A magnificent Gothic church acclaimed for its striking stained glass windows, you'll see where the kings of France were once crowned.

The rest of the morning is spent near Epernay where you will visit a traditional vine grower. Depending on the season, you will get the chance to see the grapes being pressed or the wine blended. Whatever the season you'll get to taste the finished product with a glass of the vineyard's own Champagne.

Stop for lunch at a traditional restaurant in the center of Reims, featuring the cuisine of the Champagne region. In the afternoon the tour continues to a guided visit at Moet and Chandon cellars. A wine maker will share insights into the production of Champagne while you tour the cellars and enjoy a tasting session.

Please note: The schedule and cellars visited are subject to change without notice, depending on the season. Please check itinerary.

After meeting your guide in central Paris, relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan on the short drive to the Champagne region of France. Your small-group tour is guided by a trained sommelier with an extensive knowledge of the Champagne region and its beautiful vineyards.

Your tour will include a visit to three Champagne houses and wineries, but the actual stops will vary according to the day you visit. They may include well-known brands such as Mercier, Pommery or Tattinger, along with smaller, boutique wineries in the Champagne region.

During your tour, learn about the Champagne-making process as you discover the underground chalk cellars where the Champagne is aged. Finish your visit with the day’s first glass of bubbly, and then hop back in your minivan for the drive through the delightful countryside. Your tour may include a stop in Hautvilliers, home to the ancient Benedictine abbey where a local monk by the name of Dom Pérignon (maybe you’ve heard of him?) worked on the creation of Champagne in the 18th century.

For your next stop, head to a small boutique winery that produces high-quality Champagne. After a tour of the winery, taste three different Champagnes and one wine while enjoying a French lunch of cheese and charcuterie (cured meats like sausage and pâté) and admiring the spectacular views of the Marne Valley. In the afternoon, your tour continues to the Premier Crus area, where you’ll visit another boutique winery for your final Champagne tasting of the day. See how the style and characteristics of each producer compare to each other and how the final product varies. You’ll receive three tastings of Premier Crus (a classification of French wine that denotes very high quality) before heading back to Paris.

Visit the sacred town of Reims, known for its role in consecrating the kings of France as well as its importance to the Champagne region’s sparkling wines.

In Reims, your guide will take you on a tour of the city’s famous Gothic cathedral, followed by a trip to the world-renowned Mumm champagne cellars for a tour and tasting of Mumm House’s Cordon Rouge champagne. After your visit at Mumm Cellars, the tour provides you with an opportunity for lunch.

In the afternoon, your tour continues on through the picturesque landscape of vineyards and rolling hills to the town of Epernay, the main entrepôt for the region’s sparkling wines. Here, you’ll visit the prestigious wine cellars of Mercier for another tasting session. After your trip to Epernay, your coach will return you to central Paris.

Please note: The schedule and cellars visited are subject to change without notice, dependent on the season.

After leaving Paris in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, your day trip of the wine and castles of the Loire Valley starts at Château de Chambord. This beautiful château was built in 1519 by King Francis I, who used it as a hunting lodge. Admire its French Renaissance architecture, luxurious furniture, ornamental ceiling vaults and astounding staircases, and keep an eye out for frolicking deer and wild boar as you stroll along the castle’s lush grounds.

Next, you’ll stop to enjoy a delicious lunch at the Nitray Vineyards at Château de Nitray. This is not your average box lunch -- you'll enjoy a home-cooked lunch of fresh, local French ingredients and sample some of the region’s best wines, including a crisp Sauvignon Blanc and a full-bodied Cabernet Franc. Your guide will take you through the wine-tasting, pointing out the different flavors. You will end your visit with a tour of the vineyard.

Your final stop is Château de Chenonceau, an elegant 16th-century castle that is sure to steal your heart at first sight with its smooth white stone and intricately painted wooden door. Entry lines can be quite long here, especially in the peak summer season, but don’t worry! This tour includes skip-the-line access, so you don’t have to wait in the long queue. The interior of the castle is well-maintained with original stone carvings, immense tapestries and an intimate chapel. Almost equal in beauty are the castle grounds and many gardens, planted by the famous ladies who owned the Ladies’ Château and gave it its name.

Relax in an elegant wine bar in central Paris and begin your French wine-tasting experience! With a professional sommelier, taste several award-winning French wines from different regions in France such as Sancerre, Champagne and Bordeaux. Learn about the history of French wine, how to read a wine label, and the different wine-making regions in France. You can also purchase any of your favorite wines at the end of your tasting.

You have three options to choose from:

1.5-hour wine tasting with cheese and charcuterie lunch: This more in-depth session includes a tasting of five French wines accompanied by artisanal bread, cheese and charcuterie (cured meats), such as smoked ham from southwestern France and saucisson (dried sausage) from Corsica. Your sommelier will take you through the different wine regions including Rhone, Bordeaux and Champagne. Learn the art of food and wine pairing and discover expert wine-tasting techniques.

2-hour wine and Champagne tasting: Join this wine tasting and enjoy six French wines from regions including Champagne, Sancerre and Rhône, accompanied by fresh bread. Explore the art of food and wine pairing; learn how to read a French wine label and navigate a wine list; and uncover the meanings of commonly used terms like 'terroir' and 'appellation.' Your sommelier will provide great tips and plenty of fun anecdotes, too! 

2-hour grand cru wine tasting: During this ultimate wine-tasting experience, try six of France's greatest wines accompanied by a platter of delectable cheese and charcuterie. The six different wines, selected from some of the country’s best wineries, include grands crus (a classification of French wine denoting exceptionally high quality), premiers crus (the second-highest classification level) and older vintage wines, all boasting rich, complex flavors. Your sommelier will be on-hand to answer all your questions, and the content of the class will be tailored to meet your needs and preferences.

Your Seine River cruise starts from the dock by the Eiffel Tower, gliding you past the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay and the Grand Palais. Along the way, your sommelier will provide insights on the history of Paris' famous monuments throughout the cruise.

During the cruise you will have a guided tasting of three Champagnes: Brut, Demi-sec and Rose. Depending on the weather you can sip your champagne in the private room or outside on the deck

Make your own way to the central Paris wine bar-restaurant that will host your tasting.
When you arrive, be shown to the elegant, cellar-like tasting room — all stone walls and vaults —and meet your professional sommelier and the rest of your like-minded, wine-loving group.
Take a seat at the communal dining table and listen as your sommelier talks you through what’s ahead. Your sommelier will have chosen four top-notch French wines, including Champagne, to match the menu for the evening — menus vary according to the season — and will give you a fascinating introduction to each variety and why it makes the perfect foil to your food.
Then, relax over your delicious 3-course meal, with an appetizer, main course and dessert (see Itinerary for a sample menu) skilfully prepared by the Cordon Bleu French chef. While you eat, enjoy the generous servings of wine and hear about the origins of each varietal and the French wine region it hails from.
As you sip on Champagne, learn how it’s made and what makes it special, and throughout the meal, build your wine knowledge as your sommelier explains concepts such as 'terroir' — the type of natural environment in which a wine is produced. Chat freely to your fellow guests, join in discussions about wine, and glean expert tips from your sommelier on how to taste wines properly and pair them with food.
Drink in the convivial atmosphere and after dessert, enjoy a tasting of a classic digestif such as Bas-Armagnac, Cognac or Calvados.As the evening ends, receive an information sheet on the wines you’ve tasted, and after saying goodbye to your sommelier and fellow guests, head back to your hotel.

Start your Parisian wine tasting and lunch at midday in an elegant wine bar in a beautiful wine cellar in central Paris. Taste five wines, served in Riedel wine glasses, from different regions in France including Bordeaux, Sancerre, Champagne and Rhone. Your expert host, a trained sommelier, will guide you through the wine-tasting process and teach you some techniques on how to fully appreciate the different wines included in your tasting. As you savor the flavors, listen as your guide takes you on a tour of France's main wine regions and shows you how to read a French wine label.

With your wine, taste some artisanal cheese from an excellent fromager (cheese maker). Learn how to pair cheese with wine and discover the reasons behind why certain flavors go better together. In addition, enjoy some tasty charcuterie (cured meats), including smoked ham from Southwest France and saucisson (sausage) from Corsica. This fun and informative lunchtime tour in Paris will give you a unique insight into France’s famous culinary traditions, and will surely delight your senses!

Treat yourself to an evening of wine tasting in an elegant wine cellar in central Paris, located near the Louvre museum. Taste six wines from regions all over France including Rhone, Sancerre, Bordeaux and Champagne.

Your friendly and informative sommelier guide will lead the session and offer interesting insight into French wine with a unique and refreshing approach. Discover how Champagne is made and what makes it so prized. Learn how to taste wine properly and how to read a French wine label. If you’ve ever been confused by concepts such as ‘terroir’ or ‘appellation,’ your knowledgeable host will explain them in detail.

In a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy samples of wine, served in crystal Riedel wine glasses, accompanied by fresh bread, plus cheese or charcuterie, if you select that option. As you savor the flavors, learn about the different wine regions of France including the grapes they grow and the style of wine they make. You’ll be given a list of the wines you tasted as a reminder of your afternoon, and will leave your 2-hour wine-tasting session with newfound expertise and appreciation of French wine.

Expand your knowledge of wine with an afternoon of wine tasting in a beautifully renovated wine cellar in central Paris near the Louvre museum. During this 2-hour wine-tasting session perfect for wine experts and novices alike, indulge yourself and enjoy six exquisite wines from different regions in France.

The wines, selected from some of the country’s best wineries, will include grands crus (a classification of French wine denoting exceptionally high quality), premiers crus (the second-highest classification level) and older vintage wines.

Build up your understanding of French wines as your expert sommelier guide teaches you about the main regions of France and the hierarchy of French wine. Discover what makes a great wine; learn about the best tasting techniques; and gain an understanding of French wine labels.

Your sommelier guide will tailor the wine-tasting session to your preferences to ensure that you learn about what interests you in a fun and informative atmosphere. During your tasting, savor some quality French cheese and charcuterie, the perfect accompaniment to these fabulous wines!

Leave Paris behind and head off with your expert guide to the prestigious Moet and Chandon Champagne house in Epernay, near Reims. Easily boasting the largest Champagne cellars in the world, this luxury Champagne house is home to some 17 miles (28 km) of underground tunnels where their world-famous sparkling wine matures.

As you tour this incredible labyrinth of chalk cellars with your guide, learn about the magical process of turning standard white wine into something fizzy! Hear about humidity levels and temperature control, and see for yourself how the bubbles get into each bottle. At the end of your 1-hour walking tour around the cellars, sample a glass of Moet Champagne and discuss its complex creation with the fellow Champagne lovers in your group.

From Epernay, hop back on board your air-conditioned minivan and travel through Reims Mountain National Park, home to Grand Cru vineyards, before reaching Hautvillers with your guide. Known as ‘the birthplace of Champagne,’ this charming village is best-known for its most famous ex-resident, Dom Pérignon, the innovative Benedictine monk who dedicated most of his life to producing and perfecting Champagne.

Reims is the last stop of your day, and in this city rich with tradition and culture, visit the must-see House of Mumm Champagne cellars. As a sommelier guide shows you around, discover the main stages involved in the production of Mumm’s famous Champagne and learn how Champagne has different levels of sweetness -- termed sec or demi-sec. End your tour on a high note, with a glass of highly regarded GH Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne, before returning to Paris.

Important Note:

• Tour schedule and wine cellars visited are subject to last minute changes without notice, depending on the period of the year as well as depending on Supplier availability.
• The order of the houses visited can also be modified accordingly.

Treat yourself to an exquisite private French wine- and cheese-tasting experience in Paris! Get an authentic taste of life in Paris and begin your French culinary experience.

Your friendly host, a fully trained oenologist (an expert in winemaking), will make you feel at home and teach you all about wine and cheese pairing. As you savor four different wines, learn about the art of wine tasting, the different varieties of grapes used in the winemaking process, and how to use your sense of sight, smell and taste to fully appreciate the flavors. Ask your knowledgeable host any questions you have about the techniques used to savor wine to increase your understanding of wine tasting and winemaking.

You’ll also sample three different varieties of French cheeses. Your expert host will explain how different types of cheese are categorized by their rinds, such as floral rind cheese, like Camembert and Brie, and hard rind cheese, like Emmental and Comté. Discover the techniques used to store and savor cheese while enjoying your cheese tasting.

You’ll leave with newfound wine and cheese knowledge to impress your friends back home!

Become a wine and chocolate connoisseur during this private French wine- and chocolate-tasting session in Paris! Your host, a trained oenologist (expert in winemaking), will show you the best ways to savor wine and chocolate. Ask any questions you have about wine tasting and the different grape varieties used in the winemaking process as you taste four different wines, including a sweet and sparkling wine.

In addition, sample two tasty types of chocolate as you discover the different stages of chocolate making, including the fermentation and roasting of cocoa beans. Expand your palate and learn how to combine the flavors of wine and chocolate under the guidance of your knowledgeable host.

Have fun experimenting in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere and take away some valuable skills and knowledge to impress your friends back home! At the end of your French culinary experience, you will be given a list of the wines you tasted as a reminder of your authentic Parisian afternoon.

Book the Champagne Day Tour with us and you will head to the heart of the Champagne Country where you will have the chance to discover the secrets and history of the ‘King of Wines’. You will have the chance to explore the world famous and swigging Champagne Houses of Moet et Chandon. In addition, you will enjoy a ride through the historical city of Reims. This Champagne Excursion is private and takes maximum of 7 people on a luxurious and air-conditioned vehicle to the various sites around the city. same as an English speaking professional and licensed driver-guide to ensure that each moment of your tour is lived up to your expectation and wishes.
Our Champagne Tour starts with:
1. A trip to Reims Cathedral – a splendorous Gothic church where the kings of France were crowned and you will be awed by its intricate glass work.
2. We will show you the winery and brewery at Epernay where you will actually see the age-old tradition and practices of wine making from grapes and other seasonal ingredients. You will be offered fresh wine which will enliven not only your taste buds but also your evening.
3. A stay at a local traditional stop-over for a typical French lunch complemented with tasty French Champagne.
4. Visit of a small local cellar for a tasting or a guided tour through their facilities.
The purpose of this tour is also to give you a sample on how they can work different brands of Champagne depending on their size and popularity. The market it's really vast and the offer is huge. if you have an especial cellar or brand that you want to visit, let us know we will try to arrange a visit for your party.

The tour starts at 7am with direct pick up at your centrally located Paris hotel. Travel in a luxury minivan with your driver/guide accompanying you throughout the day. Be entertained by the stories about Burgundy wine, history of the region, and with many anecdotes of today's France.

The tour is private for a more personal and flexible experience for your group.

- Visit and tasting at Chateau Pommard (€20 per person)
- Visit of city Beaune & its medieval hospital "Hospice de Beaune" (€10 per person)
- Lunch at traditional Burgundian restaurant (+/- €20 per person)
- Visit and tasting at Meursault or Chateau Santenay (+/- €20 per person, depending on availability)
- Sightseeing of the region with time for photos
- Stop in the vineyards

Meet your sommelier in Paris who loves to share his passion for wines with visitors coming from all over the world.

He has been organising wine tasting classes and wine events for more than 6 years. You'll be seated in the charming tasting room in the heart of Latin Quarter, you will discover and taste four fine and excellent French wines that you will pair with four typical cheeses and some pieces of French baguette.

The tasting room is in a small wine shop in a small cobblestoned street of Latin quarter. The V shape table has no more than 15 seats, so it's small groups only and everyone is perfectly installed to see the sceen with maps and pictures of the wine regions.

Your walking tour takes place in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, where you'll meet your guide.

Head first to a cave a vin (wine cellar) to sip sparkling wine and learn a few key things about French wine, and then stroll through the Montmartre neighborhood to the marché (market), where you can purchase a few bottles of vin, if you wish, with assistance from your guide (own expense). 

Continue your tour to a bistro/wine bar to treat your taste buds to a few new wine selections, accompanied by bread, cheese, and meat pairings (optional) for a true taste of Paris.

Your day tour starts with pickup at your Paris hotel by your guide for the drive to your first stop in the Loire Valley, the Castle of Amboise (Château d'Amboise), once a royal residence.

Featuring Renaissance designs, the white castle stands on the banks of the Loire River, towering over the landscape. Take a 1-hour tour with a provided audio guide to see the castle's interior rooms, chapel (where Leonardo da Vinci is entombed), and gardens, and learn about its history, including how it was a gathering place of philosophers, sculptors, and artists from all over France, Flanders, and Italy, including Da Vinci, who came to the château in 1516 and lived until his death in 1519.

Next, visit a restaurant situated in a unique natural surrounding: an ancient mountain cave, which was dug in the chalky valley to use for wine aging. Today, it creates an intimate atmosphere for lunch; enjoy regional Loire Valley dishes and a welcome glass of Montlouis sparkling wine amid the cozy decor of woodwork and a large fireplace.

Your last stop gives you the opportunity to discover some French wine. Learn about the wine-production process at a winery, where you'll take a guided tour that includes a tasting of six wines—one rosé, one white, and four reds from the Chinon AOC, accompanied by local products. Afterward, return to Paris to end your day trip.

Meet at the centrally located Avenue Duquesne office at 9:30am. Get all the necessary information about your program. At 10am you will start your tour with a Segway and a multilingual guide, who will tell you historical and interesting facts.

At approximately 1pm you will take a lunch break at the Wine Museum, located close to the Eiffel Tower. Your lunch will consist a 3-course menu with coffee.

At 3pm you will have the occasion to take a skip-the-line visit to Eiffel Tower and climb it up to the second floor on a guided tour. Just after the visit of the Eiffel Tower is over, at approximately 4:30pm, jump on the iconic Bateaux-Mouches for a 1-hour cruise along the Seine river, where you have also a priority access.

Following pickup from your Paris hotel, you will head to the Burgundy region, renowned for its delicious French wines and stunning landscapes. The duration of your road trip will be around 2 hours, during which your guide/driver will regale you with stories about the region.

Your first stop will provide you with an incredible chance to taste different types of wine, made at one of the most recognizable vineyards in Burgundy, Chablisien. If the weather permits, you'll taste the wines outside in front of the vineyard. You will be  led by a local French wine producer who knows all the secrets and traditions of wine-making, which he will share.

Afterwards, you will go to the charming city of Chablis, famed world-wide for its wines. As one of the significant gastronomic centers of Burgundy, it offers a vast variety of top-notch, local restaurants. Your guide will, then, take you to a Michelin-star restaurant where you will savor an authentic lunch, consisting of 7 plates made from local organic products. Each couple will also get a bottle of Chablis wine. The meal usually takes approximately 90 minutes.

Following lunch, you will head to the city of Auxerre, which has been in existence since the Gallo-Roman times. As you walk along old-paved, narrow streets (protected and classified by UNESCO), you will behold the Medieval Clock Tower and The Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre.

Finally, you will head back to Paris, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.

After the pickup from your hotel in Paris, your day trip starts with the roughly 1 hour 30 drive to Reims, the heart of France's Champagne region. 

Once the 'city of kings,' Reims is known for its World Heritage–listed Cathedral (Notre-Dame of Reims), a perfect example of French Gothic architecture from the 13th century, where the kings of France were crowned. After the cathedral, continue your day trip to one of the famous houses of Champagne. There you will have opportunity to learn more about the history of champagne production with a guided tour in the caves and a champagne tasting (two glasses included).

 On your way between Reims and next vineyards, you will have a chance to discover gastronomy of Champagne region. Enjoy three courses lunch including entrée, main course and dessert in one of the best local restaurant.

You'll spend three hours learning about and sampling Champagne, the most renowned of sparkling wines around the world. Visit one of the most prestigious wineries in the region, and see the production process of this divine drink, from pruning the vines to pressing the grapes to blending and wine storage. You have the chance to see ancient cellars, which hold thousands of dusty bottles, and, of course, savor the taste of real Champagne. 

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Your tour ends by returning to Paris. You can purchase any of the wines you like at special prices during your tour (own expense).

• Walk in the steps of world class painters like Monet, Picasso or Van Gogh
• Explore the picturesque back-alleys of a village lost in the capital city
• Revive parties at the Moulin Rouge with Toulouse-Lautrec and Cancan dancers.
• Admire Sacre Coeur Basilica ( Sacred Heart)  and Paris’ most stunning city view
• Discover the Bobos’ way of life, so uniquely Parisian and amazing food stores
• Taste the Best Baguette of Paris!

This 3 hours Montmartre walking tour starts at the Moulin Rouge.
Your private local guide will take you out of the beaten path to local food stores, to the streets with 3 award-winning pastry shops, wine bars and cheese stores and the Best Baguette of Paris ! You can stop and buy anything you want to try on the way, it's a private tour, a unique experience. You want to try a coffee and croissant? Or maybe a glass of wine and cheese? Just feel free to enjoy your time and delicious food : you are in Paris !

You will see where Van Gogh used to live, Picasso's very first art studio and Renoir's iconic windmill. You'll meet artists working on their canvas in the middle of the streets. As we reach the top of the hill, you will enjoy the most amazing view on Paris and visit the beautiful Sacré-Coeur Basilica.

Before parting apart to new Parisian adventures, your guide will give you restaurant recommendations, his best addresses for shopping in the area and all practical information to enhance your stay in Paris.

You will meet your Sommelier in Paris. After a 2-hour ride in a air-conditioned van with a maximum of 8 people, you will arrive in the lovely village of Chablis. Your first wine-tasting takes place at a famous Chablis producer, where you will visit the caves, see the fermenting tanks, barrels, old vintage bottles, and finish with various wine tastings.

You will then head to a typical village of Burgundy, where ancient grapes varieties are still grown. You will enjoy your second tasting during a wine,cheese and meet pairing lunch at a family-run producer.

After lunch break, your sommelier will drive you through the vineyards area to another Burgundy appellations famous for its great Pinot Noir wines.  You will learn about french wine labels, "terroirs", Burgundy grapes varieties and also about the epic history of the Knights Templar and Cistercians monks. Your final tasting will take place in a historic wine cave from the XI century built by monks.
Return to central Paris around 7pm.

Meet your Sommelier behind the Panthéon in the historic 5th district of Paris and discover Paris with new eyes, during a lovely walk in the streets of the oldest part of the city, learning the secrets of Lutece - the old Roman village. You will stop at a wine shop where your Sommelier will give you tips to pick the best wines for good value.  You will learn all the information you need to buy wine and how much you should pay for (labelling, aging, regions etc. ). 

After shopping, you will follow your Sommelier until a small authentic Parisian bistrot for a 1 hour wine and cheese paring tasting. You will discover 3 cheeses from small French Producers and taste each of them with the perfect french wine match. You will discover new flavors and tasting sensations.  You will talk with your Sommelier about grapes varieties, the exciting "new" french wine regions, biodynamic wine...

Your Sommelier is friendly, knowledgable and experienced at teaching from the beginner to expert levels.

Meet your guide in central Paris at 8am. You will travel in a comfortable deluxe van and have time to relax. After a 2 hours drive, you will arrive to the ancient Roman founded village of Sancerre where you will discover the lovely streets and enjoy the nice view of Sancerre appellation vineyards. You will start with the visit of a local winemaker and experiment white and red tastings. You will visit the cellars, talk to the winemaker and taste their best wines made with Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir grapes. You will end the morning with a break for lunch.

After lunch time, your Sommelier will guide you to meet a second local wine producer for visiting and tastings. You will as well have a nice walk in the vineyards where your Sommelier will explain to you the characteristics of the region climate and soil. You will continue the visit through the vineyards and stop at a family cheese farm and taste the delicious "Crottin de Chavignol" goat cheese, the famous cheese from the Loire Valley with a last glass of wine. You will head back to central Paris around 7pm.

Your guide is a highly qualified Sommelier, passionated by history who will teach you how to understand French wine labels,"terroirs", Loire Valley grapes varieties, french cheese varieties. The small group (max 8) makes it very interactive and convivial. The white and red wine tastings, the wine and cheese pairing and the various sights visited from Medieval Village to a cheese farm make the tour very complete.

In a unique and historical setting in the center of Paris, you will have 2 hours to create your own wine.

With the help of a winemaker, you’ll get to taste and pick the grape varieties you want in your wine, then blend, try, taste again, improve and ultimately create your very own wine.

Once this is done, it’s time to move on to step two, which is creating a label for your wine. With our easy-to-use system, it’s a piece of cake. And a fun one too.

You’ll walk out of the experience with a bit of a buzz and a personalized wine you made yourself. The price of the workshop includes one bottle.

If you have an interest in wine and its culture, you’ll learn the info, the history, the secrets, the science to boost your wine culture.
All this presented in an amazing setting (try a huge 18th century royal wine cellar in central Paris), and with a very interactive and engaging approach. A museum with all the good stuff, and without any of the boring stuff!

This wine tour was created by people who think wine culture needs to be fun and relaxed. An 18th century Royal wine cellar has been transformed into a maze of rooms that will surprise, enchant and stimulate you. This english guided tour is a truly unique experience in the very center of Paris.

At the end of your visit, the exclusive shop will make your souvenirs shopping a piece of cake. From posters to wine books or personalized bottles, they have it all.

Though our venue is 400 years old, the French Wine Experience is a brand new Paris attraction. Book now and become pioneers!

Enjoy our app before, during and after your visit. It features games, quizzes, videos and a full on illustrated wine knowledge database. 

Book online now and schedule you visit whenever is convenient for you.

A wonderful day of excursion and tasting through the "Montagne de Reims".

• Visit and tasting of a prestigious Champagne house in Epernay or Reims such as Moët-et-Chandon, Taittinger, Veuve-Cliquot, Pommery, Mumm, or Ruinart.... Lunch in Epernay or on the way to Reims (not included). Epernay is with Reims, the main wine-growing center of the Champagne region and the meeting point of three major wine-growing areas: the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Blanc and the Marne Valley.

• Visit Hautvillers, attractive village on the southern slope of the Montagne de Reims, with old houses and hand-painted wrought-iron signs, it forms part of the three top wine-growing areas of Ay, Hautvillers and Avenay. Dom Perignon (1638-1715), who is buried in the old abbey church, was in charge of the cellars of the Benedictine abbey. The monk was the first to blend various wines to produce Champagne. He also supervised the double fermentation process and initiated the use of cork. Dom Perignon invented the science of Champagne and personifies the spirit of the Champagne people, a mix of method and audacity.

• Tastings at one or two smaller Champagne producer in the 'Montagne de Reims' or in the Marne valley.

• Visit the beautiful Reims cathedral where most French Kings were crowned, return to Paris.

• Get Picked up from your hotel or apartment in Paris in a deluxe car or van

• This is a "à la carte" 10-hour Private tour (no mixed group)

Make your way out of Paris for an all-inclusive private day trip to the beautiful Champagne district with a wine expert!

Join your private guide Michel on an exclusive day trip to the magnificent vineyards in Champagne!

You'll depart from Paris by taking a comfortable 1st class train journey (50 min) to Champagne Ardennes Station. It's the best way to enjoy the scenery of the French countryside, plus Michel will share insights about the tour and great stories with you!

As a wine exporter he has many connections with different vineyard owners and actually owns one himself in the south of France, so he'd love to share his knowledge with you!

Upon arrival you'll make your way to the first vineyard visit by private van. Here you will have an exclusive visit to a reknowned artisan winery near Epernay and will of course enjoy a tasting afterwards!

The next stop will be at Reims, regarded to be the capital of the Champagne wine-growing region. Before enjoying a tasting you'll also visit the breathtaking Reims Cathedral. Reims is also known for its magnificent gastronomy, so next to a delicious tasting you'll also enjoy a luxurious lunch along with a Champagne glass or two.

The final visit will be to the Möet Chandon or Pommery (depending on availabilities and dates) where you'll spend some time in the famous crayères cellars.
After the final tasting, you'll depart back to beautiful Paris after a great day in Champagne!

Schedule of the day:

Enjoy a deep dive in the heart of le Marais district with a group of maximum 10 persons. Get introduced to French and other countries tasty specialties thanks to your knowledgeable guide.

While on this tour, you will stop by 8 to 10 stops of some of Paris most fantastic shops! While discovering this amazing area you will try wines, cheeses, delicacies like Organic Tapenade, Cured Meat, Baguettes, Jams and other great traditional french delicacy. This tour will also be the opportunity to taste chocolate and Macarons from renown chocolatiers. 

From the oldest market in Paris 1605  to St Paul's church this unique route will make your taste buds scream !  

Is there anywhere in Paris a more emblematic and picturesque quarter than Montmartre ? How is it possible to concentrate so many French symbols and food in such a small area ? Follow your passionate local guide and unveil the mysteries of Montmartre during an unforgettable 3 hours food tour on top of the French capital !

• Between le Moulin Rouge and le Sacré Coeur, taste only the best of Montmartre!
• You’ll have 8 to 10 stops, both sweet and savory
• Small groups tours ensure you the best experience you can get!
• Chocolate, pastries, cheese, cured meats and wine on the menu…
• During the tour, you will have the opportunity to meet some of the most passionate and talented food artisans of the capital.

Look around you! Dozens of cobblestone streets, lots of somptuous hidden mansions, hundreds of warm and lively Parisian cafés, charming terraces everywhere, some typical little squares and adorable stores of all types… No mistake you are in Montmartre ! If the City of Lights had a heart, no wonder it would be beating here, in Montmartre and nowhere else. 

You have probably heard of Montmartre as the residency of some famous painters of the 19th and 20th century, such as Pablo Picasso and Van Gogh, or even as the setting of some myhtical movies such as Amelie! Yet, Montmartre has also a great gastronomical heritage. You can tell by the several mouthwatering window shops along the way, full of elegant and delicious cakes, appetizing chocolate candies, and of course, shelves full of generous cheeses, cured meats and French wine!

Not only Montmartre contains some of the most popular cultural symbols of Paris, such as Le Moulin Rouge and Le Sacré Cœur, but it also has an undescribable soul provided by every single actor of this area. All the talented food artisans play a major part by contributing to the  warm and unique atmosphere of the district.

On the way, your guide will take you to the breathtaking Clos des Vignes, which happens to be the only vineyard in Paris. This incredible spot will make you forget about where your are, thanks to its timeless setting that literaly throws you back a century ago, when the wine served in every cafes and bistros was coming from the Montmartre's vineyards!

Your local and foodie guide will be delighted to walk down these streets in order to introduce you to the best food artisans of the area, and also to share with you some unforgettable tastings at every stop. You'll feel like a little child while eating the sweet treats we've selected for you, while a glass of good wine paired with some fresh cheeses and cured meat will make you fill in the shoes of a real Parisian enjoying his apéritif along with friends!

Get ready for Montmartre’s magic and delicacies, they are only waiting for you!

Your wine and cheese class takes place at a location around the Montmartre district, where you'll sample some of the finest cheeses while learning about the techniques and language of cheese tasting from a trained sommelier.

Discover the secrets of affinage and how the concept of terroir applies to cheese. You'll also learn how to choose wines that complement each cheese type, and sample cheese and wine pairings accompanied by artisan bread and fruit or olives fresh from a Paris market. In all, taste five varieties of cheese and five wines, representing the major families of French cheese and wines, with some regional specialties.

With more than 365 cheeses and 450 AOC wines available in France, you could taste a new cheese and wine every day of the year. Understand how to differentiate it all and why the French love cheese and wine—and love to share it—during this cultural experience.

Your evening begins at 6pm near the corner of Rue Baudelique and Rue Ordener in Paris. This night includes a seat at the Chef's Table with a resident sommelier choosing 5 different wines to accompany each small dish that will be prepared right before your eyes by your chef. Both will help you unlock the secrets of food and wine pairing as an introduction to French food and wine culture. This is your chance to get into the mind-set of a chef as he prepares a gourmet meal. It is also an occasion to learn the master the art of wine pairing with skills you can take home.

Just sit back, relax, and observe the creativity and expertise of the chefs for this unique dining experience with delectable French dishes and wines. The chef and sommelier are here to keep you entertained while teaching you skills and easy to remember guidelines about French wine and food pairing that surely will come in handy at any of your future events.

The menu is decided by the chef and is based on what is fresh and in season. While a menu is not provided ahead of time, you can indicate at time of booking if you have any dietary restrictions that the chef should be aware of when composing his menu.  The event will end around 10pm.

From the moment you arrive at cave à vin (the wine cellar), you'll know you're in good hands; the boutique is stocked wall-to-wall with selections of reds, whites, and rosés from across all of France.  You'll be greeted warmly by the staff and get settled in the prepared wine-tasting area of the boutique.  After meeting your wine expert, you'll receive a great overview of the wine regions of France, and with maps and authentic soil samples you'll understand  how different grapes and the diverse terrain of the country have led the vast number of varieties of wine produced.  Your wine expert will tailor your tasting to the group's wishes, and will propose wines from across France based on your interests.  Paired with a hard cheese and a soft cheese from a nearby artisanal cheese shop, you'll discover the incredible flavors that can be created simply by combining different wines with each.  Water and bread will be also available as a palette-cleanser.  You'll be able to ask questions and learn from some of the most passionate oenologists in Paris, who are happy to share their love of wine with you.  A treat for the senses and the mind, you'll finish up your tasting feeling more confident in understanding the differences in wines, thanks to what you've learned and the varieties of wine that you've enjoyed. 

A spittoon will be provided for those that wish to use it.  Note that, as the tasting does not take place in a restaurant, the boutique's toilets may not be readily available and/or easily accessible.

In the St-Germain area of Paris, your 1-hour tasting takes place at a Champagne cellar and boutique with a selection of 150 rare and authentic Champagnes, mostly from grand cru terroirs.

You'll enjoy your tasting in the 17th-century cellar, surrounded by wine bottles. Learn about the main regions that make Champagne and the three different Champagne grapes (pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot meunier). As you taste the bubbly goodness, you'll hear about the factors that go into this magical drink, including the terroir, the year, and the blend. Gain insight into why Champagne is not only the preferred French wine for an aperitif, but also an ideal selection for dinner, as it can be paired with dishes.

All the wines you taste are available for purchase to take with you or have delivered, at the right temperature, of course.

In the St-Germain area of Paris, your 1-hour tasting takes place at a Champagne boutique that offers a selection of 150 rare Champagnes, mostly from grand cru terroirs.

Sit down for your tasting in the 17th-century cellar, surrounded by wine bottles. As you taste the bubbly goodness, learn about the main regions that make Champagne, the three different Champagne grapes (pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot meunier), and the factors that go into this magical drink, including the terroir, the year, and the blend. Gain insight into why Champagne is not only the preferred French wine for an aperitif, but also an ideal selection for dinner, as it can be paired with dishes.

The Champagne is served with matured Comté (a hard cheese) and cured artisan ham (pata negra and serrano). All the wines you taste are available for purchase to take with you or have delivered, at the right temperature, of course.

In the St-Germain area of Paris, your Champagne tasting with lunch takes place at a cellar and boutique that offers a selection of 150 rare Champagnes, mostly from grand cru terroirs.

Sit down for your tasting in the 17th-century cellar, surrounded by wine bottles. As you enjoy the bubbly goodness, learn about the main regions that make Champagne, the three different Champagne grapes (pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot meunier), and other factors to be considered, including the terroir, the year, and the blend. Gain insight into why Champagne is not only the preferred French wine for an aperitif, but also an ideal selection for dinner, as it can be paired with dishes.

Your 3-course lunch is served with your Champagne—one course for each tasting. All the wines you taste are available for purchase to take with you or have delivered, at the right temperature, of course.

Discover the wonders of the Loire Valley with this Wineries & Castles full-day tour from Paris! Visit the magnificent Chateau of Chambord, enjoy a gourmet wine & food pairing lunch at a family-run winery of the Touraine Wine region and enjoy a visit and tasting in a second Loire Valley winery. White, red, rosé, sparkling and sweet wines, you’ll be amazed by the diversity of Loire Valley wines! This small-group tour limited to 8 people includes round-trip transportation by air-conditioned minivan.

Do you want to see splendid Renaissance Castles and taste delicious Loire Valley wines? At the end of this 11-hour wine & culture day tour, you will have fallen in love with Chambord impressive architecture and with the diversity of Loire Valley wines. After an early morning hotel pickup in Paris, you will travel with your knowledgeable guide about. 2 hours south of the city towards Chambord Castle. En route, bite into flaky croissants and pastries while hearing about the wine-making region of Loire and its heritage. 

You will arrive at Chambord Castle in the morning for an audio-guided tour. Come away knowing the secrets behind this magnificent « Château », constructed by King Francis I of France five hundred years ago. Back in your air-conditioned minivan, pass through the vineyards of Touraine, Vouvray and Montlouis sur Loire. Admire the colorful landscapes of Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc grapes.

Settle in at a family-run Vouvray Wine estate, where you’ll meet the winemaker and enjoy a delicious meal of traditional food, paired with a wine tasting. After lunch, discover another family-run winery and depending on availability, taste sparkling white wines, dry and sweet white wines, red and rosé wines. Here, you will get to taste authentic Loire Valley wines largely unavailable in the rest of the world.

You will be dropped off back in central Paris (Hôtel de Ville) in the evening.

Meet your guide at the Arc du Carrousel, near the Louvre Museum in central Paris. The world-famous art gallery draws the crowds, and its entrance lines — even in the quieter evening hours — can be long. Bypass the lines with your skip-the-line entrance ticket, and head inside to discover the Louvre’s wealth of artwork.

With some 3,500 pieces of art, a visit to the Louvre can be overwhelming. So remove the hassle, and follow your guide to uncover the museum's highlights. Stand before Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, one of the best-known pieces of art in the world, and hear little-known facts about iconic sculptures such as the Venus de Milo, an ancient statue of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. Learn about the different genres of art represented at the impressive gallery, and hear tips for things to look out for as you walk around the exhibition space.

After 2.5 hours inside the museum, your wine experience starts! Stroll the short distance from the Louvre to nearby Les Caves du Louvres — a quintessentially Parisian bar.

Take a seat, soak up the welcoming ambiance, and enjoy your flight of wine — three glasses of different varietals that have each been selected specially for your group. Team the wine with some nibbles, too, and savor melt-in-the-mouth charcuterie and pungent cheese as you chat about French art and food with your guide and group. Your tour finishes inside the wine bar, but you can stay for longer if you wish.

You can also choose to upgrade this tour with a “Wine Bottle Labelling” option, where you can design your own custom label, and at the end of the experience the bottle filled with your succulent selection and adorned with your one-of-a-kind personalized label is yours to take home and enjoy.

Delve into the exclusive world of the Champagne region and its offerings on this day trip from Paris. Leave ordinary life behind as you embark on a fully-guided, 10-hour tour of France's most famous sparkling wine region. Travel in an air-conditioned coach into the heart of French luxury, where you'll toast the drink of kings and spend a day completely immersed in the offerings of some of the region's most iconic producers.

Meet your guide on the steps of Opera Bastille in Paris, and board a comfortable coach bus for a journey to the illustrious Champagne region. Along the way your guide will provide details about your destination, including its history, traditions, and details on the Champagne you'll be tasting.

Your first stop is the Épernay, a picturesque hamlet that’s home to the Avenue de Champagne. This iconic street is said to be the “most expensive avenue in the world,” thanks to the multitude of Champagne stored in chalk cellars and stretching for miles beneath it.

Explore these underground tunnels for yourself with a visit to the esteemed Champagne house of Mercier, known for being France’s top-selling Champagne. Learn why these cellars were considered revolutionary at the time of their construction and a bit about their architect — the house’s visionary founder.

Once you’re through exploring these incredible subterranean lairs, spend some free time discovering this charming enclave. Stroll along the avenue admiring its stunning mansions, or savor some local cuisine. Your guide will be available to offer suggestions tailored to your interests.

It’s then time to settle back into your coach and embark on a winding tour through the rolling vineyards. Soon you’ll reach your next destination: Hautvillers. Famous for being the birthplace of Champagne, this lovely village is also home to a Benedictine abbey steeped in history — its cellar master was none other than Dom Pérignon.

Take a guided stroll through the heart of Hautvillers while learning about its history and most famous resident, as well as how he came to discover the secret recipe for this enchanting potion. In fact, he was so excited that he’s said to have cried, “Come quickly — I am tasting the stars!”

While Pérignon’s local tomb is a monument to his legacy, Hautvillers also has a fascinating way of recognizing the talents of its other inhabitants: beautifully forged iron signs that decorate shops and houses, revealing the trade of those who work or live there.

You'll then continue on to your final stop: a family-run Champagne estate, where you'll tour its rolling vineyards and candle-lit cellars. Learn about the Champagne-making process and sample three different Champagne varietals produced on the grounds.

Your day trip concludes with a leisurely bus trip back to the original departure point in Paris.

Upon arrival you will be greeted and seated in what is one of the most beautiful and interesting settings in Paris to drink French wine. You will be given special attention to make sure that your entering experience is romantic, memorable, fun and relaxing. 

You each will be served two unique glasses of Champagne typically from small producers with an interesting approach or story. Your sommelier will share his passion and knowledge with you. If you fancy some food, you may order a platter of outstanding French cheeses, charcuterie or foie gras. (and even amazing small plates).

The wine bar features 50+ wines and Champagnes by the glass and our team of sommeliers loves nothing more than to have you discover new treasures and experience great wine pairings.

After making your way to a wine restaurant near the Louvre, your evening of fine food and wine in Paris begins with a glass of Champagne. In a city renowned for its high quality cuisine, this restaurant offers the chance to enjoy delicious dishes made with only the finest fresh and seasonal produce, and designed to go perfectly with the wide variety of wines available.

Alongside your meal, enjoy three different glasses of wine -- each paired with the separate courses to complement your food. Note each wine’s complex flavors and tones, and you'll understand the role that wine plays in fine dining.

End your dinner with a classic digestif -- an alcoholic drink (usually a fortified wine or liquor) that aids digestion – and then leave the restaurant to continue your night in Paris on your own.

Sample Menu:

• First course: Duck foie-gras with apple and mango chutney and red onion jam
• Wine: Loin de l’oeil sweet white wine from South Ouest

• Main course: Duck Magret (succulent breast meat from corn-fed ducks) and pumpkin velouté (sauce)
• Wine: Saint Joseph red wine from the Rhone Valley

• Dessert: Moelleux au chocolat (dense chocolate cake with a melting center) served with vanilla ice cream
• Wine: Fitou white dessert wine from Languedoc

• Digestif: Chartreuse or Cognac

Take a 3-hour gourmet food tour of France with this small-group walking tour. Sample a variety of delicious regional specialties from Paris’ traditional heritage food district; then enjoy a flight of French wines with a typical French lunch. Your guide will lead you to the best spots in this area: sample breads, cheeses, charcuterie, pastries, and chocolates, lovingly produced by skilled artisans from across the country. Then you'll end the tour in an award-winning wine bar, where the local produce and fare will be paired with a flight of leading wines, for an authentic and delicious French lunch. The maximum group size for this tour is 12 people.

Meet your guide and small group at the Etienne Marcel metro station in Paris, where you'll begin your tour of the best of French regional gastronomy. Start in a local bakery, in typical French style, with a coffee and a buttery croissant. Learn about how these specialties are made, along with traditional, organic breads. Your guide will pick up some baguettes here to enjoy later in the tour.

The Les Halles quarter of Paris is traditionally known as ‘the belly of Paris.’ Once home to the huge, teeming food market that fed the city each day, it remains today a mecca for food lovers, the streets lined with specialty food stores, restaurants, cafés and kitchen supplies. Join the local Parisians as they shop for their daily groceries, and take a stroll along its most animated street, the rue Montorgeuil, stopping along the way at favorite boutiques. Savor tasty artisan cheeses from across France in a traditional, local fromagerie, and delicate flavored fine chocolates from an artisan chocolatier. Then it’s time for a visit to the oldest (and possibly most beautiful) patisserie in Paris, founded by the baker to Queen Marie in 1730 - also the inventor of the ‘Baba au rhum’. Winners of several awards, including Best Chocolate Eclair, ’choose your favorite pastries to be savored later over lunch. The last stop is a beautifully restored epicerie, where you'll try traditional delicacies from the South West of France.

Your expert guide will also point out a centuries-old oyster house (the oysters were originally rushed to Paris by horse), as well as will highlight traditional butchers, fishmongers, and grocers as you wander along this fascinating street. For the cooks among you, particularly pastry lovers, don’t miss the wonderful suppliers of kitchenware and ingredients, including one of the oldest supply stores in Paris.

The tour ends at an award winning wine bar, where the days' discoveries collected will be paired with a flight of top-class French wines, served by a sommelier. Sample wines from three different regions, and discover and how to pair each wine with your food. Your gourmet tour concludes with a typical picnic-style lunch with wine.

The reputation of French wines is unparalleled. Rolling vineyards cover the countryside from Burgundy to Bordeaux, producing some of the best wines in the world. Be part of a guided small group tour for visiting an historic 18th century wine cellar, now transformed into a spectacular wine experience. Learn about the grape varieties that grow across the country, the centuries old craft of winemaking and the fine art of wine tasting.

Your visit will include a tasting of three wines that have been carefully selected for you by the in-house sommelier. Then, it’s time to head across the city to Montmartre, to one of the best-kept secrets in the city. Enjoy a VIP visit to a beautiful working vineyard closed to the public, taste its wine and learn about the fascinating history of the famous artists quarter.

Meet your friendly, local guide and small group at a central location in Paris close to the Louvre Museum. The first visit is to the incredible vaulted wine cellars that once housed King Louis XV’s wine collection. Legend has it the cellars were linked to the Louvre by tunnel to allow for easy transportation of the wines for royal banquets. Today, these wine cellars have been completely restored. Your expert guide will lead you through rooms dedicated to educating visitors about the cultivation of grapes, the winemaking process, and the smells, tastes, and colors you will recognize as you taste wines. Put your new knowledge into practice with a tasting of three wines selected for you by the sommeliers.

Next, it’s time to head above ground, where your guide will lead you to your next stop: a tiny and beautiful working vineyard nestled in the heart of the historical artist’s quarter of Montmartre. Travel here by metro, as a typical Parisian would. On the way, stroll through the most Parisian of parks, the Tuileries Gardens, before heading for lively Montmartre and the Clos Montmartre vineyard.

The presence of vines in Montmartre officially dates back to 944, and many say even to Roman times, making this the oldest vineyard in Paris. In the 18th century, three quarters of the hill of Montmartre was covered with vines. Your guide will lead you on a walking tour around this captivating area, regaling you with stories of the lives of the artists and famous residents who once called Montmartre home. This tour also gives you VIP entry to the Clos Montmartre vineyard, closed to the general public and only opened for a special few. Take a tour of this charming vineyard, and learn how the wine is made in the local town hall. It’s the only town hall in Paris to have a license to make alcohol.

End your tour with a tasting of Clos Montmartre's hard-to-come-by wine. Only 1,750 bottles are made each year, and all proceeds go to support local charities in Montmartre. At the end of your tour you are free to spend your evening in Montmartre, perhaps on the artists' square at Place du Tertre or in one of the typical bars or restaurants in the area. Your guide will be happy to make recommendations to ensure you spend a perfect Parisian evening.

Spend 7 hours of your day enjoying France’s most famous treasures: art and wine. Start your day in the company of the Mona Lisa and her world famous friends. Skip the long lines and embark on a journey through the world’s largest museum- the Louvre, in the company of an expert and fully accredited local guide. Then experience a tour of a historic 18th century wine cellar, transformed into a spectacular interactive wine experience. Your visit will include a tasting of 3 wines that have been carefully selected for you by the in-house sommelier. Then it’s time to head across the city to Montmartre, to one of the best-kept secrets in the city. Visit a beautiful working vineyard closed to the public, taste its wine and learn about the fascinating history of the famous artists quarter. Small-group tour capacity is kept at 15 guests or below. Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included: you will meet at a central location, however transport between attractions is included.

Meet your expert local guide and relax as they lead you past the famously long lines and directly into the museum for a 2.5 hour guided visit. You will of course meet the world’s most famous painting, the Mona Lisa, and learn some of her many secrets. Discover also the beautiful Venus de Milo and the spectacular Winged Victory. There are also many other hidden treasures to be found in the Louvre. Your guide will show you crowns studded with precious jewels, ancient Egyptian antiquities, sublime Greek statues and much more.

The Louvre was once a palace, home to the French royal family, and you will visit magnificent rooms whose sumptuous decorations bear witness to this; rooms built for Kings. End your visit in the lavish apartments of Napoleon III, often overlooked by visitors and yet one of the most breathtaking parts of the museum. Make the most of this extraordinary museum, join the tour and let your guides make your visit one of the highlights of your trip to Paris.

After lunch (at your own expense) it’s a short walk to your next visit - an incredible vaulted wine cellar that once housed King Louis XV’s wine collection. Today these cellars have been restored and transformed into an incredible space where you can discover the tradition and craft of winemaking in France. Your expert guide will lead you through the rooms dedicated to learning about the cultivation of the grapes, the winemaking process and the smells, tastes and colors you will recognize as you taste wines. Your visit includes a tasting of 3 wines that have been selected for you by the sommeliers.

Your guide will lead you on to your next stop - a tiny and beautiful working vineyard in the heart of Montmartre. You will travel here by metro, as typical Parisians would. On the way you will stroll through the most Parisian of parks, the Tuileries, before heading for the lively and historical artist’s quarter of Montmartre.

The presence of vines in Montmartre goes back to Roman times, making this the oldest vineyard in Paris. In the 18th century Montmartre was outside of the city of Paris, and so not subject to its taxes, making the wine and rents cheap, and so attracting the artists, dance halls and cabarets that the area became so famous for. Your guide will lead you on a walking tour around this captivating area, regaling you with stories of the lives of the artists and famous residents who once called Montmartre home. This tour also gives you VIP entry to the Clos Montmartre vineyard, closed to the general public and only opened for a special few. Take a tour of this charming vineyard, and end your tour with a tasting of their hard to come by wine. 

At the end of your tour you are free to spend your evening in Montmartre, perhaps on the artists square at Place du Tertre, or in one of the typical bars or restaurants in the area. Your guide will be happy to make recommendations to ensure you spend a perfect Parisian evening.

Set off from Paris by luxury minivan with your private guide and head to the glamorous Moet and Chandon Champagne House in Epernay, near Reims. With the largest Champagne cellars in France, the high-end Champagne house boasts nearly 17 miles (28km) of underground tunnels where its classic sparkling wine matures.

As you tour this subterranean maze of chalk cellars with your knowledgeable private guide, learn about the process of turning white wine into something fizzy! Hear about temperature control and levels of humidity, and learn how the bubbles get into each bottle. At the end of your 1-hour walking tour around the cellars, try a glass of Moet Champagne and discuss its complicated creation with your guide.

Leaving Epernay behind, your private tour continues through Reims Mountain National Park, home of the prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, before reaching the charming village of Hautvillers. Often referred to as ‘the birthplace of Champagne,’ the village is best-known for its famous ex-resident Dom Pérignon, the Benedictine monk who spent much of his life producing and perfecting Champagne.

Reims is the last stop of your tour, and it’s here that you’ll visit the incredible House of Mumm Champagne cellars. As a sommelier guide walks you around, discover the different production stages involved in creating Mumm’s famous bubbly. End your tour on a high note, with a glass of GH Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne, before returning to Paris.

France is known around the world for its wine regions like Bordeaux and Burgundy, but you don't have to leave Paris to enjoy this traditional French setting. In the city, a tranquil area called Bercy was known to be the world's biggest wine marketplace in the 19th century. With a guide, your walking tour takes you through this typical Parisian area, where locals like to hang out and relax.

Start by discovering the wine district's fascinating history on a 1-hour walk along the pedestrian streets and through Bercy Park. Then head to Chai 33 restaurant, a former warehouse in the heart of the village. In charming surroundings, a sommelier shows you the historic wine cellar and tells you the secrets of the art of wine tasting. Then enjoy two carefully selected wines to end your experience.

Discover the enigmatic charms of France’s capital on this guided Paris tour that pairs secret local hangouts with delicious food and wine. You’ll start your Paris tour in front in front of the Notre-Dame Cathedral and then move on to the Hôtel de Ville, the city’s town hall, on the square where public executions were once carried out. Learn about the horrible death of Robert-François Damiens, the infamous man who tried to assassinate King Louis XV.

We’ll then move on to the little tangled streets of the Marais to spot beautiful medieval churches, corbelled houses, and narrow lanes. We’ll also pass by an iconic bakery whose baguette was elected one of the best in Paris and we’ll try our first pastry, a delicious meringue known as a ‘merveilleux.’

Next, visit Rue Saint-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie, part of the French gay scene. You’ll learn how this part of city, once sordid, became synonymous with trendy Paris, and a shopping hub for fashionistas and the core of “bobo” culture. While you’re here, stop and sample a delicious macaron from one of Paris’ most famous pastry chefs.

Just a street away is Rue des Rosiers, the heart of the Jewish community. It’s a vibrant pedestrian street full of falafel stands and delicious Jewish-influenced delis. We’ll enter a fabulous chocolate store to taste a butter-filled pastry, called Kouign Amann, a specialty from Brittany.

Our Paris tour will then take us back to the South Marais, where stands the longest remaining piece of the 12th-century defensive wall of Paris. After a walk through impressive Saint-Paul’s church, we’ll stop in at a local wine bar, where we’ll get a professional wine tasting. We’ll sample some iconic French liqueurs like Cognac andArmagnac or “Old Plum” brandy. To accompany our drinks, we’ll also taste some delicious French cheese or charcuterie treats.

Join us for the perfect Parisian day! Embark on a delicious adventure with this three-hour Paris tour that stops off at iconic wine bars, bistros and brasseries. Time to get your foodie game face on with some iconic French food, wine and craft beers!

The best things to do in Paris often revolve around food and wine. On this Paris tour, you will try some of the city’s famous specialties, from snails, to cheese or charcuterie, always paired with wine or beer. Your call what goes best together with the food!

You’ll start this tour on Place de la Bastille, the place where the former Bastille prison once stood and where the French Revolution started. Learn about that significant part of French history that still defines us. From here we’ll move to our first stop, a historic bistro that looks identical to how it did a century ago. It’s here that we’ll try our first bite, some iconic French snails with a glass of wine.

We’ll continue your tour in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, formerly a working class neighbourhood, known for its furniture artisans, blue collar feel and… revolutionary vibe!

 From there, we’ll reach one of Paris’ most quintessential wine bars. At this friendly wine paradise, the bar serves locals and visitors with the same passion. You might still find old barrels where neighbours can just come and fill their empty bottles for a few euros. Here, you’ll learn about the long history of wine in France, while tasting some wine of course! We’ll also pair that wine with some of France’s best charcuterie: delicious pâtés, rillettes and smoked hams.

From here we’ll move to one of Paris’ oldest markets: Marché d’Aligre. Take a moment to wander on your own on this iconic bustling market full of delicious French products. We’ll meet at the cheese seller stall to grab our beautiful platter of French cheese. After a brief explanation about the different cheeses, we’ll head to a famous beer bar that serves over 300 different beers. You’ll get to try three different tasters from three very different kinds of beers produced in France, which we’ll pair with the cheese. Trust us, while wine and cheese gets all the credit, beer and cheese pairings are becoming more common. This is your chance to discover how well French cheese and Parisian craft beers go together!

If you’re still in the mood, we’ll walk back to Bastille using a beautiful but completely unknown elevated former railway line that’s been turned into a park. The route offers great views over the neighborhood. The tour will end back at Bastille Square, unless you prefer to keep partying in the buzzing Aligre area!

Meet your guide in the heart of Le Marais, an old district of Paris with plenty of medieval architecture. As you stroll around this fashionable area, once favored by the aristocracy and today filled with trendy art galleries and restaurants, listen to commentary from your expert local guide.

Work up an appetite as you make your way to Le Marché des Enfants Rouges, a small, centuries-old covered food market. Take in the sights and smells in this enclave of food stalls offering fresh produce and a variety of cuisines.

Your guide will lead you to an authentic French bistro where you will sit down with your small group for your tasting session. As you discover some of France's most famous cheese and wines, your guide will help you distinguish among different flavors and provide tips on selecting ideal wine and cheese pairings. Sample five cheeses including blue cheese, comté and goat's cheese and four different wines.

After your tastings, feel free to ask your guide for restaurant recommendations. Your leisurely walking tour of Le Marais and wine and cheese tasting session conclude at 6pm, leaving you the rest of the evening to discover more gastronomic delights!

Meet your guide, a fromager (cheesemonger), at the cheese shop in Paris' 3rd arrondissement. Step into your hygienic protective suit and head down to the underground cellar, where a variety of cheese rounds lie maturing in the cool temperatures.

Explore a large room full of maturing cheeses such as Beaufort (a raw cow's milk cheese produced in the French Alps), Etivaz (a hard, raw cow's milk cheese made in the Swiss Alps), Gruyère (a mild, hard yellow cheese originating in Switzerland but also produced in France), bôfavre (a hard cheese made in Switzerland's Jura Mountains) and many, many more. The exact cheeses vary according to the time of year. Marvel at the 77-pound (35-kg) wheels of Comté cheese racked up alongside delicate goat’s cheeses and soft Camembert, all in varying stages of maturation and ripening.

Listen as your guide delves into the history, traditions and techniques of French and Swiss cheese production, and feel free to ask any questions that come up. Then it's time to master the fine art of cheese and wine pairing. Savor seven soft, delicate cheeses, and follow your bites with sips of both light and complex wines, learning to appreciate the delicious, elegant and subtle flavors at play. Munch on bread and fruit to go with your cheese samples.

At the end of your 1.5-hour tasting, head back up to street level to conclude your session.

Enjoy a day in the French Countryside while you explore three remarkable Chateaux in the Loire Valley. Join a small group tour from Paris and spend the day marvelling at the beautiful Renaissance castles of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise!

Wander through the flower gardens of Chenonceau, gaze at it’s delicate arches which cross over the Cher river, and learn the extraordinary history of this Chateau which was run by woman for most of it’s existence. In the château’s cellars, you’ll enjoy 3 wines from this region (Red, Rosé & White).

At Chambord you’ll marvel at the largest of the Loire valley chateaux, admire its extravagant architecture with double spiraled staircase and hundreds of stunning columns and spires which adorn the roof.

Then at Amboise you’ll visit the court of King Francois 1st, the tomb of Leonardo Da Vinci, and experience the charming village attached to the Chateau!

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR :

- Chateau de Chenonceau: This chateau has is remarkable for its feminine history of mistresses and ex queens of france as well as it’s unique aches over the River Cher. - Exquisite French Gardens: The gardens of Chenonceau with their more than 130,000 flowerings plants and shrubs are truly stunning!

- Chateau de Chambord: This Chateau is famous for its outstanding architecture with an amazing double spiral staircase and dozens of unique spires on it’s roof!

- Chateau d’Amboise: This Château has known the birth of princes, the reign of Kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci!

- Wine Tasting : At Chenonceau you’ll enjoy 3 wines from the Loire Valley region (Red, Rosé & White).

- Small group: You will be in a group with no more than 8 people and your guide! So individual attention and quality time with your guide can be guaranteed.

- Comfortable A/C Van: You’ll ride in a brand new, very comfortable, minivan. You can even pick up some nice souvenirs and we’ll put them in the back for you.

- Live Guide: Hear an introduction to the Loire Valley region and the history of each Chateau our professional guide who will be happy to answer any questions you have. - Visual Aids: Your guide will carry old maps and and pictures that will help you to better understand the history of each castle.

Visit the only place in the world that is able to grow and produce Champagne, the King of Wines and the Wine of the Kings! Join this small group tour and you’ll discover the growing, harvesting, bottling , and proper way of tasting Champagne.

You’ll visit the quaint chapel and gravesite of Dom Perignon the father of Champagne and then meet with a local winemaker to learn about how Champagne is made.

Afterwards you’ll be given a fully guided tour at the famous H ouse of Moët and Chandon the world’s largest producer of Champagne. There you’ll visit part of their 2 8 kilometers of cellars. Before heading back to Paris you’ll also visit the beautiful Cathedral of Reims and have free time to explore inside where all of the French Kings were crowned.

Throughout the day you’ll be able to taste at least 4 different types of Champagne and even pick up some bottles for souvenirs if you’d like. We’ll carry them back to Paris for you in the van!

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR :

- House of Moët & Chandon: A fully guided visit to the world’s largest producer of Champagne who has 28 kilometers of cellars to explore! (Tasting included)

- Visit a small producer: See the vines in the fields and learn the different techniques for growing and harvesting Champagne suitable grapes from a small local producer! (Tasting included)

- Dom Perignon: Visit the grave site of the Father of Champagne and learn the story of the birth of this bubbly masterpiece.

- Reims Cathedral: One of the first monuments to be classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this gothic gem is more than 800 years old.

- Free Tastings: You’ll be able to taste at least 4 different Champagne wines on this tour and be taught the proper way to “degust” the sparkling wine.

- Small group: You will be in a group with no more than 8 people and your guide! So individual attention and quality time with your guide can be guaranteed.

- Comfortable A/C Van: You’ll ride in a brand new, very comfortable, minivan to and from the Champagne region.

- Live Guide: Learn the history of Champagne from our professional guide who will be happy to answer any questions you have.

This tasting session includes an introduction to French wine regions, descriptions of the 6 wines tasted with their particularities, grapes, making process, etc... as well as an Introduction to the art of wine tasting

During your session, you will have 1 glass of Champagne and 5 glass of wine, and baskets of excellent french baguette from the bakery: Gaumier.

This is an excellent opportunity for people who want to have a light introduction to French wines and discover how they pair perfectly with French cheeses. You will get the all the basic information your need to know about wine in France. This includes proper terminology, proper wine tasting etiquette, and most importantly, proper appreciation. This tasting will include four different wines:

• one white from Loire Valley
• one white from Burgundy
• one red from Beaujolais
• one red from Languedoc*

Discover the beating Heart of Paris – The Ile de la Cité – on a 3-hour walking tour that includes a tasty French wine break. Set out to explore the authentic island on the Seine River. Let yourself be taken away by an expert local guide who shares fascinating tales about the area and introduces you to the history of Paris: from the Roman emperors to emperor Napoleon, passing by King Philippe Auguste until Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, Notre-Dame to the Holy Chapel, etc. Taste some French wines, cheese and charcuterie in a 13th century cellar and enjoy your exclusive tour of the Heart of Paris.

Follow your English-speaking guide through the colorful streets of the Île de la Cité. Your guide will tell you a series of unbelievable anecdotes about past love stories, spurned lovers, famous royal mistresses and much more upon your 2:00pm meeting point in Square René Vivian. Our Heart of Paris Tour will also give you the opportunity to have a comprehensive overview of some of the most famous historical monuments: the legendary Notre-Dame cathedral, the mysterious Conciergerie, the former Royal Palace.  You will explore the narrow streets of the island, cross the most beautiful bridges and contemplate many other Parisian monuments. This tour is also a great opportunity for you to live two very French and exclusive experiences: enjoy some French wine, charcuterie and cheese, in a unique 13th-century cellar. Join us to our tour!

Meet your instructor — an experienced sommelier — at your cookery school in central Paris to begin your wine and cheese pairing class. Designed with wine enthusiasts in mind, this 2-hour class is ideal for visitors to Paris keen to learn how fine French wine and cheese complement each other.

During your class, taste four wines from different regions across France as well as one Champagne. Listen as your guide explains the five major French cheese families, then sample them to experience their subtleties of flavor for yourself. Hear the geographical and historical origins of the wine and cheese you’re tasting and gain insight into the key concept of "terroir" in French produce.

Enjoy five wine and cheese pairings accompanied by a selection of sliced ham, bread and olives, and savor the wine and cheese as they work together to create complex aromas and flavors. Under guidance from your sommelier, bring your senses of smell and taste to the fore and learn the skill of blind wine tasting.

Take a knife and master the art of sabering a Champagne bottle to open it, then share a glass with your classmates. At the end of your 2-hour class you will receive Drop-Stop for the perfect pour every time and the school will send you the list of wine and cheese matches you will have sampled electronically.

Head to the venue in central Paris in the afternoon to meet your guide, an experienced sommelier, and begin your wine tasting. Designed with keen wine-lovers in mind, this 2-hour session offers insight into some of France’s most productive winemaking regions and the wines for which they are famous.

Throughout your class, listen as the sommelier describes five of the key winemaking regions across France. Learn some of the primary characteristics of the grape varietals that thrive in the country’s fertile soils, and gain insight into the links between region, grape and flavor. Hear how to recognize a wine’s provenance without looking at the label.

During blind tasting sessions accompanied by a selection of sliced ham, bread and olives, bring your senses to the fore and sample five carefully selected wines and one type of Champagne. Explore their similarities and differences with your sommelier, and gain appreciation of the various aromas and flavors at play in your glass.

Master the stylish art of opening a Champagne bottle with a saber, then share a glass with your fellow drinkers. At the end of your session, receive a useful booklet and a stop-drop for the perfect pour every time, then head out into Paris to conclude your experience.

After meeting at Pyramides in the evening, you’ll be driven to the Eiffel Tower to begin your magical night out in Paris. Savor the excitement as you ride the elevator up to the tower's first floor, overlooking the glittering city panorama below.

Take your seat inside the luxurious 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant for your one-of-a-kind dining experience. You’ll discover immediately why this esteemed French restaurant won TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2013. Dine on a gourmet 3-course meal with wine as you enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the Champ de Mars, Les Invalides, Montparnasse Tower, Montmartre and the rest of the sparkling City of Lights.

After your meal on the Eiffel Tower, descend down to street level and walk to the banks of the Seine to board your glass-enclosed boat. Sit back and relax on a 1-hour cruise past Paris’ floodlit bridges, monuments and museums including the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay and Notre Dame on Ile de la Cité. Audio commentary with personal headphones is available in several languages.

Your Seine river cruise ends back at the dock near the Eiffel Tower.

58 Tour Eiffel Restaurant Sample Menu 

Starter
Norwegian smoked salmon with mascarpone and a citrus reduction

Main Course
Roasted chicken breast casserole, fondant potatoes and beans with a truffle oil emulsion

Dessert
Chocolate praline crisp with crème anglaise (vanilla cream sauce)

Drinks

• Wine (1 bottle for 3 people): Bordeaux Chateau Lagorce (red), Chateau Tariquet (white) or Cotes de Provence Ramatuelles (rosé)
• Still or sparkling mineral water

Take your seats for one of Paris’ freshest and sassiest cabaret performances at the world-famous Lido de Paris! The Lido de Paris’s "Paris Merveilles"® show ups the ante on traditional Parisian glamour to bring guests a dazzling evening of exciting cabaret entertainment.

Founded in 1946 on the Champs-Elysées, the Lido de Paris has been pushing the envelope of live cabaret in Paris for decades and their latest offering is widely considered a real tour de force. At the helm, director Franco Dragone — a virtuoso visionary famed for his work with Cirque du Soleil — has taken Paris’ romantic beauty as his muse and created a world where fantasy and fiction collide. Sit back, relax and enjoy sophisticated set design, sparkling costumes and enthralling music and dance from the dazzling Bluebell girls as the elements combine to create a feast for the senses.

In the kitchens, a talented team of 35 cooks and pastry chefs work with only the freshest ingredients and fullest flavors to serve up delicious 3-course dinners to accompany the shows.

Pre-book your 9pm or 11pm tickets (including champagne!), or why not upgrade and enjoy a gourmet three-course meal and champagne before the show. It's a spectacular night out in Paris that's not to be missed! For an unforgettable night out, choose from the following options:

Lido show and half a bottle of champagne
Sit back, sip on your champagne and settle in for the Lido's 1.5-hour spectacular cabaret show. Watch extraordinary special effects, stunning water displays and much more. A dazzling show with magnificent costumes and unbelievable sets.

3-course meal, half bottle of champagne followed by the Lido show
You'll have a choice of three different 3-course gourmet menus, ranging from standard to deluxe. All meals at Le Lido are prepared with acclaimed chef Philippe Lacroix, combining traditional French cuisine with innovative flair. After dinner and champagne you can dance to the orchestra before the lights dim at 8:30pm before the curtain rises for the show at 9pm.

VIP evening
Enjoy a 3-course meal from the Soirée Triomphe menu (found in the Itinerary section below) in a private box after the show, complete with personalized service. Your meal includes a half-bottle of Champagne.

Please be advised that this performance contains partial nudity, and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

Enjoy dinner at one of the most famous landmarks in the world. The specially designed, airship-style 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant is on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. The chic restaurant is 58 meters above ground level, with scenic views from its large picture windows over the Seine to the Trocadero.

After dinner, take a one-hour evening cruise on the Seine River and tour Paris' floodlit monuments at night before arriving at the Moulin Rouge in Montmartre.

Situated in the heart of Parisian nightlife, the bohemian district of Montmartre and the Moulin Rouge! You'll experience the Moulin Rouge's new "Feerie" review and the essence of Parisian cabaret. A troupe of 100 artists, including 60 legendary Doriss dancers, will entertain you dressed in exotic costumes of feathers, rhinestones and sequins. The sumptuous sets and vibrant light show of "Feerie" provide a colorful backdrop for brilliantly choreographed performances on moving staircases, in a gigantic aquarium, on swings and in garden settings.

Book early to avoid missing out! The Moulin Rouge is extremely popular and regularly sells out weeks in advance.

An exceptional evening! This enchanting château, a 17th century masterpiece which inspired Louis 14th to build Versailles, opens its doors to you. Your tour begins with a guided visit to the "Carriage Museum" where you can see horse-driven carriages from a roman carriage to the 20th century saloons.

Next, a 3-course candlelight dinner will be served in one of the restaurants in the château grounds including a complementary glass of red or white wine, water and coffee. The chef only uses seasonal French products from the local markets to prepare your high quality dishes. Vegetarian options are available.

After dinner, at sunset, you independently visit the château and stroll around the gardens brilliantly lit by 2,000 candles. Learn about the history of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Palace and France’s first garden from your complimentary audio-guide. To accompany this exceptional moment, recorded classical music is played in the garden to bring in a special touch.

Enjoy a romantic and enchanting evening in 17th century France.

The Hard Rock Cafe Paris offers more than just great food and service. The Hard Rock Cafe is a museum of popular culture, with authentic memorabilia from rock 'n' roll legends covering the walls, 21 screens showing videos, and an unbelievable sound system. The restaurant and famous cocktail bar are designed to give you an American experience.

The Hard Rock Cafe Paris is centrally located next to the Opera and the Grands Boulevards, not far from famous places such as Musee Grevin, les Etoiles du Rex or the Theater of Varieties.

Hard Rock Cafe Paris offers you the finest all-American food and great music. Choose from two different menus – the 2-course Gold or 3-course Diamond – and then sit back, relax and enjoy your meal. The cafe also has an on-site store, which you can explore after your meal if you wish.

Make your own way to the central Paris wine bar-restaurant that will host your tasting.
When you arrive, be shown to the elegant, cellar-like tasting room — all stone walls and vaults —and meet your professional sommelier and the rest of your like-minded, wine-loving group.
Take a seat at the communal dining table and listen as your sommelier talks you through what’s ahead. Your sommelier will have chosen four top-notch French wines, including Champagne, to match the menu for the evening — menus vary according to the season — and will give you a fascinating introduction to each variety and why it makes the perfect foil to your food.
Then, relax over your delicious 3-course meal, with an appetizer, main course and dessert (see Itinerary for a sample menu) skilfully prepared by the Cordon Bleu French chef. While you eat, enjoy the generous servings of wine and hear about the origins of each varietal and the French wine region it hails from.
As you sip on Champagne, learn how it’s made and what makes it special, and throughout the meal, build your wine knowledge as your sommelier explains concepts such as 'terroir' — the type of natural environment in which a wine is produced. Chat freely to your fellow guests, join in discussions about wine, and glean expert tips from your sommelier on how to taste wines properly and pair them with food.
Drink in the convivial atmosphere and after dessert, enjoy a tasting of a classic digestif such as Bas-Armagnac, Cognac or Calvados.As the evening ends, receive an information sheet on the wines you’ve tasted, and after saying goodbye to your sommelier and fellow guests, head back to your hotel.

Your Parisian hosts are part of a network of English-speaking Parisians who volunteer to welcome foreign visitors from all cultures. They are not paid to participate, making the evening a relaxed and authentic way to discover a new culture and meet new people.

Meeting at around 8:00pm at the home of your Parisian hosts, this cordial encounter will last two hours, or more according to the wishes of both parties. The evening can be customized to suit a single person, a couple or a family with children.

Meet at the centrally located Avenue Duquesne office at 9:30am. Get all the necessary information about your program. At 10am you will start your tour with a Segway and a multilingual guide, who will tell you historical and interesting facts.

At approximately 1pm you will take a lunch break at the Wine Museum, located close to the Eiffel Tower. Your lunch will consist a 3-course menu with coffee.

At 3pm you will have the occasion to take a skip-the-line visit to Eiffel Tower and climb it up to the second floor on a guided tour. Just after the visit of the Eiffel Tower is over, at approximately 4:30pm, jump on the iconic Bateaux-Mouches for a 1-hour cruise along the Seine river, where you have also a priority access.

Meet your multilingual guide at 9:30am in central Paris and receive your tickets for the day's activities. After taking some time to explain the program, your guide will lead you on a walking tour around the Ile de la Cité, one of two remaining natural islands in the Seine. See the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris which was inaugurated by King Henry VI in 1607 and rebuilt in 1808 after being destroyed by fire.

Next, stroll to Place Dauphine, a public square which connects the left and right banks of the Seine. You will also visit the Louvre or Orsay Museum, the cathedral of Notre Dame, and the Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice), the former royal palace and and prison where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned before being executed on the guillotine.

At 1pm the tour will break for a leisurely 3-course lunch at the French Bistro Flagrant Délice in the famous Latin quarter. After two hours of dining and relaxing, you will take an elevator to the 56th floor of Montparnasse Tower, to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across Paris.

Finally, from 5pm until 6:30pm you can board a sightseeing bus with your hop-on, hop-off ticket and stop at as many other sights as you wish in your own time.

Meet your staff in the morning in central Paris, and get acquainted with the program of your trip. You will be given an envelope with your tickets as well as a city map.

Start your day with a bike tour all around Paris city center until 1pm. The bike tour is lead by a local guide who will surprise you telling fascinating facts about the "City of Lights".
Stop for a picnic, made from organic products of local producers with a bottle of french wine.
From 3pm until 4:30pm, skip the long lines, and climb up to the top of the Arc de Triumph. End your day with a 1.30-Hour boat cruise, starting from 5pm : jump on the iconic BatoBus, just a few footsteps from the Eiffel Tower.

This Versailles tour exclusively suggests you to experience most amazing Fireworks and Fountains show which takes place only in Summer and only once a week. So the tour starts at about 3 pm on a summer Saturday afternoon with a pick up from your hotel in Paris. Our driver guide will bring you to Versailles by a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and give you historical information and lots of sightseeing tips on the way. You will have a short tour of about an hour around the town of Versailles and see the places connected to the brightest times in French history. The mansions of Marquise de Pompadour and Madame du Barry, the most famous Lyceum in France established by the wife of Louis XV and the best farmers market of Ile de France, vegetable garden of the Kings and secret entrances to the Park - all of those attractions are crowding around the Palace - the central spot of the town and of the French history in XVI - XVIII centuries. After the tour around the town you will enter the Palace and explore it with an audioguide enjoying all the gold and glittering of the rooms, refine beauty of decorations and for sure the stunning Mirror Hall itself. After the visit to the Palace you have a pleasant break at one of the restaurants belonging to the list of establishments situated "not further than 500 meters from the bed of the King". That must be fun! You take your French style 3 course dinner with a bottle of wine and spirit of Art of Living! 
After that you enter the Park of Versailles to witness most amazing event of the summer - a Firework and Fountains show at the gardens. You will feel the atmosphere of glamour and chic, surrounded with music, mesmerizing fountains and absolutely gorgeous fireworks. You can imagine traveling in time and visiting one of luxurious balls of Louis XIV.  The size of the Royal Gardens is quite impressive and you will have a chance to see all its fountains, alleys and certainly canals of the King with unforgettable Fireworks combined with music. The show lasts till after 11 pm, after it the guide brings you back to your hotel.

After hotel pickup, depart Paris for the drive to Château de Chantilly, the family estate of the Prince de Conde. 

Surrounded by picturesque forests and lakes, the Renaissance castle is an emerald in the crown of French aristocratic architecture, built in the middle of a reservoir with just once entrance across a bridge. Architects turned the castle into an expensive box of design delights with an endless kaleidoscope of visual reflections by balustrades, columns, exquisite stucco, and stone ornamentation. The grounds are just as impressive, full of sculptures by Italian masters of the Renaissance.

After visiting the castle, spend the second part of your tour at the Great Stables of the Prince de Conde. Horses have always been a big part of life at the castle; since the 17th century, Thoroughbred and draft horses were trained here for court ceremonies and other royal events. Today, the large stable is a modern equestrian center, where mares and stallions are bred, live, and train for international competitions and performances. You can also check out the Living Museum of the Horse.

Finally, enjoy a Renaissance-style meal. You'll be served a starter, main dish, dessert, and glass of wine at one of two beautiful restaurants at the castle, filled with the spirit of French history. Dishes might include French specialties like warm goat cheese salad, coquilles St-Jacques gratinée, and cocottes sucrées.

Your tour the ends with return to Paris for hotel drop-off.

Memorable evening with a drive from our central located agency to the foot of Montmartre in a luxury motorcoach. You will then use the famous funicular to reach the top of the hill and discover the Sacre Coeur Basilica, highest point of the city. With your guide, you will discover the lively district of the authentic Village and head off to the Place du Tertre, notorious artists' square in the very heart of Montmartre. The dinner will take place in a local restaurant (menu at choice with drinks included). Let be entertained by some well-known songs and music performed by a pianist during your evening.

Menu*:

Kir
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Choice of starter:
6 Snails
Hot Goat Cheese Salad
French Onion Soup
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Main courses:
Preserved Duck with Cheesy Potatoes
Salmon Filet, white butter sauce with Cheesy Potatoes
Traditionnal Beef Burgundy
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Cheese:
Cheese (Brie)
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Dessert:
Creme Brulee
Raspberry Cake
Ice-cold nougat
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Coffee
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Drinks:
½ Bottle of Red Or White Wine

* Menu, subject to modification

From the restaurant,the guide will take you to the famous Venue located at Pigalle! You will be attending the enchanting and colorful Feerie Show while drinking Champagne ( one glass per person). At the end of the evening ( around 1/1.30am) the guide will take you back nearby your hotel inside Paris!

Enjoy a dining experience at Aux Lyonnais, a traditional bistro. In the heart of the Grands Boulevards area, succumb to the authentic charm of a traditional Lyonnais bistro or “bouchon”. Created in 1890, this restaurant full of history was taken over by Alain Ducasse in 2002 and offers with talent and creativity a modern Lyonnaise cuisine. In just a few decades, this Parisian bistro has become one of the emblematic places of Paris. The chef succeeds in reinterpreting the cuisine from Lyon by adding a contemporary twist to it. The cuisine becomes lighter, more accessible and full of flavors, in a festive, convivial and traditional atmosphere typical of the “bouchons”.

First created in 1890, this restaurant has kept its red wood façade and its bistro sign "Maison Lyonnaise". It cultivates the atmosphere of the traditional Lyonnais bistros or "bouchons". Upstairs, customers on club chairs chat as they patiently await a table. Wood paneling and floral patterned moldings, nineteenth century "art pompier" light fixtures and "metro" tiles decorate the walls and ceilings. Everywhere, beveled mirrors reflect the comings and goings of the two rooms on two floors as busy waiters deftly move between the tables carrying copper fry pans or orange-coated cast-iron pans. On the steel-reinforced oak tables lie the white napkins and plates, deliberately mismatched silverware and facetted water goblets, and balloon wine glasses.

Try regional produces lovingly prepared by those legendary "Mothers" and by top chefs and other Epicureans. Now, in turn, "Aux Lyonnais" bistro pays tribute to this regional cuisine. "Without challenging the traditional taste combinations, we wanted to update the regional Lyonnaise cuisine so that more people discover and enjoy it. The flavors must state themselves distinctly both to the palate and on the plate", explains the chef, Xavier Boireau, who is directing the kitchen. 
Part of this update are the “Coddled eggs”, the “Lyonnaise chef pot”, our “Famous quenelles, Nantua sauce” (according to Lucien Tendret’s recipe from 1892), the “Calf’s liver with parsley and garlic, tender potatoes” or the “Tart and floating island with pink praline”.

Gérard Margeon, chef sommelier for Alain Ducasse restaurants, and Elisa Combrouze, sommelier at "Aux Lyonnais", have expanded upon the contents of the bistro's cellar. They also regularly shop around, from Lyon to Dijon, through Bugey, the north of the Rhône Valley and, for those resolute, a short detour through Bordeaux. A way to maintain and renew the "Lyonnais wine list", rich with over than a hundred references. They all come from very famous and acclaimed French vineyards (ex: M. Lafarge, S. Aladame, R. Jobart Thénard, Ph. Faury, G. Robin ...) or others still to discover (Château Signac, A.S. Debavelaere, Vallet). An excellent example is Cerdon; a very rare effervescent rosé wine, produced using an ancestral method, or the Corton Grand Cru or the Côte-Rôtie, which are served by the glass or in a crystal carafe. There are also some more playful wines, such as the Coteaux du Lyonnais, Côte-Roannaise, or some local wines...

As you enter the restaurant, the shellfish bar sets the tone. The menu evolves with the tides, and inspiration, under the creative guidance of chef Damien Leroux. Expect beautiful produce, exact preparations, evidence of flavor, in a warm yet chic seafront atmosphere.

Created in 1925, Rech has become a must as a seafood restaurant. Grown to become an institution over the years, Rech gained a new impulsion in 2007 with Alain Ducasse. An institution is reborn… Rech, the Parisian seafood restaurant taken over by Alain Ducasse in 2007 has had a new look since 2012. Becoming through time and tides a must-visit address, it is in an elegant décor that Damien Leroux’s cuisine can be enjoyed. Light colours, wooded tones while maintaining the primordial soul of the place and creating a sea-side atmosphere… A dive into the big blue… In the dining room, like a fish in the water, Eric Mercier welcomes guests since 2008. Avid fan of history and culture, the ship’s captain punctuates the arrival of each dish with spicy anecdotes… His aim « to make a meal at Rech a moment of exceptional pleasure. I love the idea that my clients feel simultaneously at home and in a faraway place. A static voyage…»

The cuisine adapts to what the sea has to offer… Rech’s name evokes beautiful produce, exact preparations, to reveal the evidence of flavour. The menu evolves with the tides, and inspiration... 

To finish on a sweet note, while remaining faithful to their classic, desserts at Rech are refreshed respecting taste and quality. Added to the famous twenty centimeter chocolate or coffee éclair are new additions carefully elaborated by Jean-Marie Hiblot, Alain Ducasse’s head pastry chef: French toast with Amélie pastis, semi salted caramel ice cream or the mysterious Mister Rech, an iced hazelnut “succés” served with hot chocolate sauce.

Gérard Margeon, head sommelier of Alain Ducasse’s restaurants, has privileged «mineral tones and crispness». An elegant and light wine list, containing approximately 150 references, both white and red, including the timeless Burgundy: Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, but also some « climates to rediscover» such as Saint-Romain, Bouzeron or Maranges.

Benoit first opened its doors in 1912 and is now one of the last remaining authentic Parisian bistros around. Sold to Alain Ducasse in 2005 by the Petit family who had been its owners for three generations, Benoit is an address that is renowned for its warm, friendly, atmosphere so typical of a family business. Food lovers flock from far and wide to enjoy a delicious lunch or evening meal in this animated location, the only Parisian bistro to boast a Michelin star. Just a stone’s throw from the Hôtel de Ville (Town Hall), the Pompidou Centre and the famous Tour Saint-Jacques, Benoit has been welcoming fans of traditional French cuisine since the early XXth century: “Chez toi Benoit, on boit, festoie, en rois” (“Come over to Benoit’s and once you’re in you’ll drink and feast just like a king”). At Benoit, the welcome and service must reflect the surroundings: simple, warm and of excellent quality.

The chef of Benoit, Fabienne Eymard, wished to give rural produce and French culinary specialities pride of place on his menu to truly honour their flavour. The chef will delight your taste buds with some of France’s more traditional dishes: “Lucullus-style calf’s tongue, heart of romaine with mustard”, "Snails in shells, garlic butter, fine herbs", "Nantua-style sole fillets, lightly creamy spinach leaves", "Calf’s head with ravigote sauce", "Home-made cassoulet white beans", "Profiteroles Benoit, hot chocolate sauce"… Every one of these dishes is served in an enormous white porcelain plate beautifully decorated with floral motifs and with a "B” inscribed in the centre. Fabienne Eymard, leads a brigade of about fifteen cooks.

To accompany this French bistro cuisine, the sommelier, Rudy Reis, offers some 350 wines to choose from. Carefully selected by Gérard Margeon, Head Sommelier of Alain Ducasse restaurants, they honour all the main French wine-producing regions. The wine list at Benoit gives centre stage to the great French classics, the “A-grade” wine growers, the top range vintages, all those great vineyards that have established the country’s reputation.

The service is in perfect tune with the restaurant, under the direction of Maxime Maze, guests are received right at the esplanade by the South Pillar, where the private lift whisks them away to the restaurant 125 metres above. Le Jules Verne offers a one-of-a-kind experience. Not only does it still boast the most beautiful view over Paris, but now it also lays claim to one of the most intimate and inviting dining rooms in the city, playing with the natural light of day and the city lights at night. Le Jules Verne is the essence of Parisian elegance today – steeped in tradition, extremely open-minded and exceedingly generous.

Le Jules Verne’s unique location on the second level of the Eiffel Tower, with a breathtaking view over Paris, makes it the Parisian venue par excellence. The restaurant’s cuisine and service uses this basic principle as a base, reinterpreted with a contemporary twist. Pascal Féraud, Eric Azoug – the chefs at Le Jules Verne – and Alain Ducasse created a decidedly French menu with a contemporary focus, reuniting all the basics of classic French cuisine: rigorously selected quality ingredients combined with exacting preparation and cooking techniques. This is cuisine without artifice: each flavour is meant to be clearly discerned in recipes that seek to delight guests, not impress them. Generous, accessible cuisine with the sole aim to please – and is that not what it’s all about? A cuisine that wants to reacquaint the French with the incomparable talent of their culinary heritage and extends an open invitation to visitors from around the world to come discover it.

In the same vein, the wine list at Le Jules Verne, created by Gérard Margeon, chef sommelier of Alain Ducasse Restaurants, features a selection of the finest French wines from the country’s greatest regions, with long-standing names sharing the limelight with young winegrowers who symbolise the dynamic nature of contemporary French wine-making.

Le Jules Verne is the accomplishment of an incredible adventure. A real challenge due to the highly symbolic nature of the venue, but also for very concrete reasons: space on the second level of the Eiffel Tower is limited, and the weight of all the materials and equipment used had to be monitored with painstaking exactness, not to mention the safety constraints involved. Renovation works also took environmental issues into account, all within a tight 120-day schedule.

After making your way to a wine restaurant near the Louvre, your evening of fine food and wine in Paris begins with a glass of Champagne. In a city renowned for its high quality cuisine, this restaurant offers the chance to enjoy delicious dishes made with only the finest fresh and seasonal produce, and designed to go perfectly with the wide variety of wines available.

Alongside your meal, enjoy three different glasses of wine -- each paired with the separate courses to complement your food. Note each wine’s complex flavors and tones, and you'll understand the role that wine plays in fine dining.

End your dinner with a classic digestif -- an alcoholic drink (usually a fortified wine or liquor) that aids digestion – and then leave the restaurant to continue your night in Paris on your own.

Sample Menu:

• First course: Duck foie-gras with apple and mango chutney and red onion jam
• Wine: Loin de l’oeil sweet white wine from South Ouest

• Main course: Duck Magret (succulent breast meat from corn-fed ducks) and pumpkin velouté (sauce)
• Wine: Saint Joseph red wine from the Rhone Valley

• Dessert: Moelleux au chocolat (dense chocolate cake with a melting center) served with vanilla ice cream
• Wine: Fitou white dessert wine from Languedoc

• Digestif: Chartreuse or Cognac

Housed in a spectacular Beaux-Arts building that was once a train station, the Musée d’Orsay is now one of the must-see museums for all visitors to Paris. Meet your guide just outside the museum, and join our tour, allowing you to skip the long lines and gain priority access. Our fully accredited guides are eager to share their passion for this stunning museum with you and your group of 25 people or fewer.

During your visit, learn why these now-renowned paintings were considered so scandalous when they were first shown; how their sublime colors and revolutionary techniques shook the art world to its foundations; and how the colorful lives of the painters themselves shaped their work and dramatically changed the face of art. Let your guide take you on a journey through time and discover how these daring artists fought to be recognized. You will certainly recognize many of the breathtaking paintings on show here, and the chance to see Monet’s Water Lilies or Manet’s sublime Olympia up close is not to be missed. Your guide will take you to the most iconic and important works in the museum, and will end the tour by escorting you to the museum restaurant .

Combine a visit to the Palace of Versailles and Gardens with a gourmet lunch designed by world-renown Chef Ducasse. See the lavish staterooms, Hall of Mirrors, and the exquisite gardens led by your expert guide. You will maximize your time by traveling via RER train from Paris, round-trip tickets are included.

You will meet your escort at a centralized location in Paris before heading to the nearby train station. Travel to Versailles in comfort, approximately 30 minutes on the RER train. Upon arrival, your English-speaking guide will be waiting to take you to the Palace of Versailles.

Marvel at the beauty of the famous palace built during the reign of King Louis XIV, the Sun King. Learn how Versailles ascended to the artistic center of Europe and at its peak the palace was host to some of the world's most notable people. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette as you make your way through the magnificent staterooms, Hall of Mirrors, and more.

Step outside to stroll the French style gardens were grand balls once were held. See the Musical Fountain Show that remains a staple for visitors from all over the world. Admire the meticulously groomed landscape and intricate details throughout the garden.

Feast like a king with a 3-course gourmet lunch with wine, prepared by world-famous Chef Alain Ducasse. Savor his distinctive blend of local ingredients and fine French cuisine to produce contemporary dishes that are timeless classics. Sit down to enjoy your meal inside an 18th century salon at Ore, inside the Palace of Versailles. You will be treated to an extraordinary meal surrounded by beautiful views from the palace. At the end of your day, you will be escorted back to the train station to return to Paris.

Those who have chosen to upgrade their tour with the Petit Trianon, will continue to Marie Antoinette's retreat. You will gain insight into the royal life away from public life. See the home that King Louis XVI gave to his beloved. Hear the romantic story of how he presented her with a diamond encrusted key and how she re-imagined the hamlet as a Normandy village. See the thatched cottages, English-style gardens, and elegant furnishings. Following your visit, a driver will take you to the train station to return to Paris.

Take your seats for one of Paris’ freshest and sassiest cabaret performances at the world-famous Lido de Paris! Brand new for April 2015, the Lido de Paris’s "Paris Merveilles"® show ups the ante on traditional Parisian glamour to bring guests a dazzling evening of exciting cabaret entertainment.

Founded in 1946 on the Champs-Elysées, the Lido de Paris has been pushing the envelope of live cabaret in Paris for decades and their latest offering is widely considered a real tour de force. At the helm, director Franco Dragone — a virtuoso visionary famed for his work with Cirque du Soleil — has taken Paris’ romantic beauty as his muse and created a world where fantasy and fiction collide. Sit back, relax and enjoy sophisticated set design, sparkling costumes and enthralling music and dance from the dazzling Bluebell girls as the elements combine to create a feast for the senses.

In the kitchens, a talented team of 35 cooks and pastry chefs work with only the freshest ingredients and fullest flavours to serve up delicious 3-course dinners to accompany the shows.

3-course meal, half bottle of champagne followed by the Lido show
You'll have a choice of three different 3-course gourmet menus, ranging from standard to deluxe. All meals at Le Lido are prepared with acclaimed chef Philippe Lacroix, combining traditional French cuisine with innovative flair. After dinner and champagne you can dance to the orchestra before the lights dim at 8:30pm before the curtain rises for the show at 9pm.

VIP evening
Enjoy a 3-course meal from the Soirée Triomphe menu (found in the Itinerary section below) in a private box after the show, complete with personalized service. Your meal includes a half-bottle of Champagne.

Please be advised that this performance contains partial nudity, and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

Board a luxury double-decker bus near the Arc de Triomphe and set off on your afternoon or evening tour of central Paris. Your bus is designed to recreate the atmosphere of a real Parisian bistro, and its 360-degree glass enclosure affords beautiful panoramic views of the city scenery.
From your table, enjoy an extraordinary sightseeing and dining experience as you drive past the Champs-Elysées, the Palais Garnier, the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, the iconic Eiffel Tower and other top Paris attractions. Ask your waiter for an audio guide if you’d like to hear a little history of the famous sights you pass.
With Paris' landmarks drifting slowly by, enjoy an elegant 4- or 6-course meal (see sample menus below). Just as you’d expect from a traditional Parisian bistro, the ingredients are always fresh and menus are carefully selected to make the most of the seasonal produce available.
Your tour loops back to the start point after 2 hours (lunch tour) or 2.5 hours (dinner tour).

Take this tour and you'll soon understand why Paris is known as the "City of Light". You'll cruise along the Seine River and see the illuminated buildings and bridges of Paris, then tour tree-lined boulevards flanked by animated cafes. You'll see the famous sights of Paris on your nocturnal tour by coach, including Place de la Concorde Square, Place Vendome, Opera, Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Trocadero, Invalides, Notre Dame Cathedral and Place du Chatelet.

After your Paris illuminations tour, you'll find the best tables have been reserved for you at the restaurant "Le Boeuf sur le Toit" restaurant. Here you'll enjoy a typically French three-course meal and a glass of wine, overlooking the Arc de Triomphe on the Champs-Elysees.

Begin your Seine River cruise with an early evening pickup from your Paris hotel. Head to the bank of the river — beneath the city’s famous Eiffel Tower — hop aboard your boat and head out onto the gentle waves.

Leave the Eiffel Tower behind you and cruise along the Seine River’s left bank. With the bright city lights dancing and shimmering across the water, take in panoramic views of top city attractions such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre and Place de la Concorde. Turn around at Île Saint-Louis and head back to your starting point, this time taking in the views from the right bank of the river.

Choose from three different seating plans for your cruise, depending on your group size and location preferences. The ‘service etoile’ is for groups of six to eight people and the tables are in the center of the boat. Upon arrival, you'll be served an apéritif and snacks along with wine, mineral water and coffee. The ‘service privilege’ is for a maximum of four people, with the tables sitting close to the window. Your choice of aperitif is included, along with wine, mineral water and coffee. The ‘service premiere’ is for a maximum of eight people and the tables are at the front of the boat. On arrival at the pier, meet your hostess and enjoy priority boarding access. On board, a choice of aperitif is served with snacks, followed by a selection of wines, mineral water and coffee.

Your boat’s glass roof and panoramic windows ensure unobstructed views of the illuminated riverside sights of Paris regardless of your location on the boat.

With the waves lapping gently at the side of your boat, sit down to a fabulous 3-course dinner prepared on board by Chef Gras — an ‘Académie culinaire de France’ chef — and his team. During dinner, there's sophisticated entertainment from a singer and band as you glide along the Seine River.

After three hours on the river enjoying delicious food, live music and amazing views, disembark your boat and hop back in your vehicle for the journey back to your Paris hotel where your tour will come to an end.

During the summer months (April – Oct), when it doesn’t get dark until later, you’ll start with a Seine cruise and end with an illuminations tour. You’ll follow the reverse itinerary in the winter months (Nov – March). Below are sample summer itineraries. Choose a standard or small-group tour.
Seine Cruise and Standard Tour by CoachAfter pickup from the central Paris meeting point, you’ll be taken to the Bateaux Parisiens boarding point for your 1-hour narrated cruise along the Seine. Sit back and admire the waterfront sights including the Eiffel Tower and Il de la Cité, where you’ll see Notre Dame and the Conciergerie.
Back at the dock, you’ll be escorted to a coach for your 1.5-hour illuminations tour. Learn about the history of Paris’ most famous monuments as you ride through the glittering city past the sights you saw on the Seine plus the Opéra, Rue de Rivoli, the Louvre, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, the Grand Palais and Petit Palais, Pont Neuf, St-Germain-des-Près, the Champs-Elysées, l’Arc de Triomphe and more.
You can then choose to be dropped off at the central meeting point or the Opéra area, filled with great restaurants and bars to continue your night out in Paris.
Seine Cruise and Small-Group Tour by Minivan You’ll be picked up from your central Paris hotel and taken to the Bateaux Parisiens boarding point, where you and your group will join others on a sightseeing boat to enjoy a 1-hour narrated cruise.
Follow with a city illuminations tour by 8-passenger minivan, ensuring a more personalized and intimate experience. Starting at Place Vendome, admire Paris’ beautifully illuminated historical monuments, museums, boulevards and neighborhoods as you ride to the Opéra, Rue de Rivoli, the Louvre, Hôtel de Ville, Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde and the Grand Palais and Petit Palais.
Cross Pont Neuf to St-Germain-des-Près and then venture down the Champs-Elysées to l’Arc de Triomphe, looping back to Trocadéro and the glittering Eiffel Tower, then to Les Invalides, Madeleine Church and Place Pigalle. At the end of your tour, you'll be dropped off at your hotel.

Following a mid-afternoon pickup from your Paris hotel, head to the bank of the Seine River and hop aboard your boat to begin your tour. With so many beautiful bridges and buildings lining the Seine River, a cruise is the perfect way to see the sights in Paris from your vantage point on the waves.

As night falls and the bright city lights flicker on, gaze out through your boat’s panoramic windows and marvel at top city attractions such as Paris' Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, the Grande Palais, Place de la Concorde, the Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre and the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. With Paris’ famous landmarks drifting slowly past and the gentle waves lapping softly at the side of your boat, sit down to a delicious meal on board.

Afterward, disembark your boat and jump into your private vehicle for the short journey through the city to Paris’ famous Moulin Rouge cabaret. Discover the venue’s music hall traditions and enjoy its latest spectacle, ‘Feerie’. As the theatre lights go down, the curtain is raised and the entire troupe appears. From this moment on, let yourself be enthralled by the beauty of the talented dancers on stage! As the show progresses, enjoy a half-bottle of champagne to enjoy your experience to the full.

When the show’s over and the lights go up, hop back in your vehicle for the journey to your Paris hotel where your tour will come to an end.

Enjoy stunning views from the Seine River in Paris and a 3-course dinner with Champagne on this 2-hour tour. After pickup from your Paris hotel, travel to port on the Seine River where your boat awaits. Cruise out onto the water as dusk turns to night and marvel at the city views as you drift along. Pass famous attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum and the Pont Neuf. Sit down to a gourmet meal on board, with fine French wine and Champagne.

Following a pickup from your Paris hotel, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the Musée d’Orsay, by the Seine River in central Paris. Here, hop aboard your La Marina de Paris boat, a glass-enclosed vessel boasting amazing views along the river from every seat.

Sit down to a delicious 3-course meal as you cruise along and take in the beauty of Paris from the river. Drift past famous Parisian sites, magnificent monuments and museums, charming quaysides and ancient bridges. Highlights include the Eiffel Tower — one of Paris' most famous icons — Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the National Assembly and the Pont Neuf. Illuminated against the darkness of night, these sites take on an utterly enchanting beauty.

Enjoy a variety of sumptuous starters and select your main course, served with French wine and Champagne. Conclude your meal with coffee and a selection of decadent desserts.

After 2 hours cruising the Seine River, head back to port and hop into your air-conditioned minivan for onward travel to your Paris hotel.

You’ll be picked up at your centrally located Paris hotel in the evening by your English-speaking driver. In a private car with just you and your love one, you’ll be chauffeured to the banks of the Seine for the first part of your romantic evening out.

Sit back, clink your glasses of Champagne, and admire Paris’ waterfront sights on a relaxing 1-hour cruise. When you arrive back at the dock, your driver will take you to a renowned Parisian restaurant near the Champs-Elysées for dinner and drinks. Savor a typical French dinner with wine and more Champagne, finishing with dessert and coffee (see sample menu below).

Your dinner is followed by a nighttime tour of Paris. You'll be picked up from the restaurant and taken past top Paris attractions, monuments and areas all beautifully lit up a night, including l'Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame, the Musée d'Orsay, the Opéra, the Panthéon and Place de la Concorde. Cross the Seine several times over famous bridges like Pont Alexandre III, Pont Neuf and Pont Marie, and stop in front of the Eiffel Tower at 11pm to see it sparkle.

There’s something extra magical about Paris at night, and you’ll get to experience this with your loved one on this private tour. Before returning to your hotel around 11:30pm, your driver will offer a rose to the madame and a half bottle of Champagne to take with you as you continue your romantic evening in Paris.

A visit to the elegant European city of Paris would be incomplete without a visit to the famous Eiffel Tower. It looks simply spectacular lit up at night time... you will find the image breathtaking. Combine a dinner at its "tourist style" 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant with a leisurely cruise along the river Seine and you have a tour not to be missed! What a great way to spend the night in the City of Lights.

In decor reminiscent of an airship moored above Paris, you will dine at the 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower. The large bay windows of the restaurant look out over the Seine and the Trocadero to one side and the interior of the Tower to the other.

This tour has been created as an introduction to the Eiffel Tower, 58 Tour Eiffel is a "tourist style" restaurant and seats 200 guests. There is a delicious set menu created by award winning chefs and you will be seated with other tour guests.

Immediately after dinner depart for your cruise along the river Seine, passing under the famous bridges of Paris. The perfect way to end your evening!