All Cognac Tours & Excursions in 2026

Both a historical landmark in its own right and home to Baron Otard Cognacs, the Château de Cognac is a worthy destination for history buffs and spirits drinkers alike. Meet your guide directly at the Château, which is conveniently located within city limits. For the first part of the tour, learn more about the landmark’s centuries of history, and venture into its cellars. Then, continue with a guided tasting of Baron Otard VSOP and XO Gold.

Maison Frapin, a worthy heir to secular methods and ancestral know-how, is just waiting for your arrival to help you discover the magic of its treasures. 21 generations of wine growers and then distillers, have passed down over the centuries an exceptional vineyard located exclusively in the heart of Grande Champagne - 1er Cru de Cognac. You will end the visit with a tasting of 3 cognacs.

Get to know Cognac in a unique and affordable way. We offer a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Cognac with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

Cognac isn’t the only spirit produced in the eponymous town—it’s also home to one of France’s most popular craft gins. On this tour, take a break from Cognac-tasting and learn all about gin-making instead. Make your way to the historic chateau, a short drive or taxi ride from Cognac, then visit the juniper fields, orangery, and distillery on a guided tour. Cap it off with an expert-led gin tasting.

Enjoy a private tasting tour, where we will be at your disposal to make you an unforgettable experience! Enjoy a stay in Charente to discover an emblematic product of the region, nuts! At the Walnut grove, it is sublimated by our know-how in a virgin oil of organic nuts Gold medaled in the AVPA 2024 and 2025 contest, a reference for chefs and gourmets lovers of nuts. The tasting will delight you and make you want to add our nut oil in all your dishes. After your visit, take a tour through the farm of the Desrentes family, our neighbors who produce Pineau Cognac and wonderful Charentais wines (walking distance, 5 minutes), or visit the Abbey of Fontdouce (10 minutes drive) where many activities are offered for all ages in a beautiful site.

Explore Cognac beyond the city center without the hassle of planning routes or covering long distances on foot. This off-road electric scooter experience makes it easy to discover urban landmarks and surrounding countryside paths, with wide tires and suspension designed for a smooth ride on varied terrain. Travel at your own pace while enjoying the region’s scenery, spending less energy on getting around and more time exploring.

When in Cognac, tasting the eponymous liquor is a must-do. Even more exciting is a behind-the-scenes tour of a working distillery to learn the secrets behind the famous brandy. On this tour, you’ll do both. Make your way to the historic, family-run Cognac house, a short drive or train ride from Cognac. Explore the distillery, aging cellar, and bottling workshop on a guided tour, then sample three aged Cognacs.

Between Cognac and Saintes, you will fall under the spell of Walnut grove, a family farm of organic nuts that welcomes you for a unique gastronomic experience around nuts. You will be seduced by this unique site nestled in the heart of the Cognas vineyards in Charente and its shaded orchard that will house your lunch in the middle of nature. Things to do and games for young and old are available free of charge at the reception on request, to make the experience last long after lunch! Do not hesitate to bring your bikes, scooters, balloons... to make the most of your time with us:) After your meal, take a walk through the farm of the Desrentes family, our neighbors who produce Pineau Cognac and wonderful Charentais wines (walking distance, 5 minutes), or visit the Abbey of Fontdouce (10 minutes drive) where many activities are offered for all ages in a beautiful site.

This route is an opportunity to explore some sumptuous castles in the region. Discover the Maison Courvoisier castle created in 1828, this will be an opportunity to explore an exceptional cellar. On your route you will be able to access Château Marnier-Lapostolle “Grand Marnier”, located in Bourg-Charente, is an ode to this tasty spirit, with its unique body and aromas. Next stop, the parks of the castles of Saint-Brice and Garde-Moulin. Dating from the 16th century, the fortifications of Saint-Brice dominate the Charente valley. The winery produces high quality spirits. End your tour with the two monumental towers of the Porte Saint-Jacques in Cognac. Dating from the 16th century, these round towers, in perfect condition, are witnesses to the exceptional historical heritage of the city.

Explore the coastal landscapes of Charente-Maritime without the hassle of planning routes or researching where to go. Behind the wheel of a vintage Méhari, you'll discover areas such as Île de Ré, Île d’Oléron, and Rochefort at your own pace, following curated itineraries designed to showcase the region’s highlights. With suggested routes guiding you through marshlands, wildlife areas, and historic sites, you can spend more time enjoying the scenery and less time navigating.

Good morning ! My name is Frédéric Bourgoin. I define myself as a terroirist winemaker and alchemist on the run. My 25 ha vineyard in “Organic Agriculture” conversion is located near Angoulême (Charente, France). The Bourgoin family wine adventure began in 1930 but bottled marketing is much more contemporary: 11/21/2015. Today my bottles are present on more than 150 Michelin-starred restaurants in France (and at the Elysée!). My natural cognacs are: unassembled, unsweetened, without added colorings, and unfiltered. Both young and authentic, my winemaking approach to the cognac category is unique in Charente. Come meet me, the truth is at the bottom of the bottle! 4 people minimum for any reservation.

Get introduced to Angoulême in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you'll explore iconic landmarks such as Cathédrale Saint-Pierre and the Parcours des fresques, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Angoulême's history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you'll taste a real part of Angoulême's everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you'll have a great introduction to Angoulême, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You'll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

Come taste the best cognacs in the region during a guided tour and tasting in the Cognac Frapin vineyard. Discover 8 centuries of history and know-how in which 21 generations have succeeded one another in the heart of Grande Champagne. The Frapin house passionately embodies the great tradition of a family established in Charente since 1270.