Top France Classes & Workshops - page 3

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Paris with this private transfer service. Rather than navigating the crowded arrival hall alone, meet your driver at Orly International Airport or Charles de Gaulle Airport, and relax on the journey to your Paris hotel or private residence. These private vehicles offer the smoothest and most personalized way to travel.

For a fun twist on a typical sightseeing tour, don't miss this private excursion in Paris where your guide whisks you around in a vintage motorcycle sidecar. Cruise the charming capital with the wind in your face, and pass many of the city's must-see sights and off-the-beaten-path areas. Highlights include a ride through the village of Montmartre, and views of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, and expansive Hôtel des Invalides.

Fill up your Insta feed and learn baking skills that will wow your friends on this quintessentially Parisian experience: a macaron baking class in an intimate group. Join a professional patissier in a Marais bakery and learn to mix, pipe, bake, and fill your own macarons, customizing flavors and colors to suit your taste and style. Leave with a box of personalized macarons to take home.

See D-Day through the eyes of Canadian troops on a full-day, small-group tour of Normandy with convenient round-trip transport from Paris. In addition to navigating, your guide provides little-known facts and anecdotes about landmarks relevant to Canadians, including Juno Beach, the Canadian Cemetery, and the Canada House. As you go, pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives, and learn about pivotal World War II conflicts and campaigns.

See another side of Versailles—and venture to parts of the palace grounds that few visitors explore—on this afternoon tour of the Petit Trianon. Located in Versailles’ sprawling gardens, the Petit Trianon is a private palace, once favored by Marie Antoinette. See the landmark and its companion gardens, visit the Queen’s Hamlet (a replica rustic village), explore the elegant Queen’s Theatre, and learn more about the controversial Marie Antoinette and her life at Versailles.

Ensure that you catch your train in time with stress-free transfer from your Paris hotel to any station in the city. Forget the crowded metro and avoid an overpriced taxi. Instead, relax in prompt, private, and comfortable transportation.  Provide your departure details and your driver will collect you from your accommodation with ample time to arrive at the station.

Make your own made-to-measure, designer-style bag during this small-group workshop in Paris. Head to a private atelier in the heart of the city. Select and stitch materials to create a personalized fashion statement with guidance from a luxury fashion expert. Then, take home your newest accessory: a hand-crafted Parisian purse.

In a charming Parisian bakery near Notre Dame, a French baking expert will guide you through creating delicious pastries and bread that you’ll be proud of. This small-group, hands-on class reveals the secrets of flaky croissants, perfect baguettes, and both sweet and savory treats. Enjoy tastings that highlight France's flavors while learning the stories behind its famous baked goods. Beyond techniques, it's a shared cultural experience, connecting you with fellow enthusiasts in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to the Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your centrally located Paris hotel (postcode beginning with 75 only), and relax on the journey to the airport in an eco-friendly hybrid car or minivan (depending on the size of your group). Transfer services are available from 4am until 11pm, 7 days a week.

Don't just explore Paris' top monuments—pose for photos as you go to really make your experience memorable. With this private photoshoot experience (hosted at the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro in the heart of Paris), your group will be accompanied by a professional photographer who can capture all of your special moments. Soak in the city's atmosphere, and afterwards, receive between 50 and 80 edited photos as souvenirs.

Get the authentic French culinary experience with a small-group cooking class in a private Parisian apartment. Head to the centrally-located home and get ready to learn — and eat! Meet your local chef instructor, gather ingredients on an optional market tour, and discover the fundamentals of preparing classic French dishes such as soufflé, cod mouclade, and chocolate fondant. Then prepare and savor delicious dishes with fellow food lovers.

Fashionistas flock to La Vallée Village, an outdoor outlet center located just outside Paris, but getting there can be a challenge without private transportation. Luckily, this shopping excursion—departing from the centrally-located 12th arrondissement—provides round-trip transfers, leaving you free to spend hours perusing well over 100 boutiques, including high-end retailers like Givenchy, Acne Studios, and Chloé.

Unlike standard pastry classes, this experience unfolds inside a real Parisian bakery, not a studio. With only eight participants, you’ll receive hands-on guidance from a professional French pâtissier who reveals the secrets behind perfect macarons—from glossy meringue to smooth, delicate shells. You won’t just observe—you’ll whisk, fold, pipe, and fill your own colorful creations while learning about the art, science, and history of France’s most elegant treat. Discover how this tiny pastry became a symbol of French sophistication and why precision, timing, and texture make all the difference. By the end, you’ll leave with a box of your handmade macarons, plus the skills and confidence to recreate their Parisian magic at home.

The UNESCO-listed Chartres Cathedral is considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture—but getting there from Paris on your own isn't always easy. Skip the hassle with this private, half-day tour that offers a seamless experience. Following pickup from your Paris hotel, and with just your guide for company, visit the cathedral and spot details and hear stories you wouldn't encounter on your own.

Discover the sacrifices made by Canadian forces during 1944’s D-Day landings and Battle of Normandy on this 8-hour tour from Bayeux. Visit Juno Beach where Canadian troops landed on June 6, and chart the stories of soldiers at the Juno Beach Centre. See the now-excavated German beach bunkers, track the advance to Abbey d'Ardenne and Carpiquet, and visit the Canadian Cemetery and Hill 67. Bayeux hotel, train station, and central pickup and drop-off included.

Experience a unique sightseeing tour in a vintage Citroen 2CV car with a driver dressed in a classic Saint James outfit. With your private guide, admire Paris sights, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Moulin Rouge, from the passenger seat of the classic French car. Exploring Paris with your own wheels means you can cover more ground, so add on atmospheric neighborhoods such as Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montmartre.

On this quirky, offbeat sightseeing tour, you’ll ditch the packed coach visits and enjoy a bespoke ride through Paris on a vintage motorcycle sidecar. Enjoy unobstructed, open-air views of the city’s top landmarks as you cruise past Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Palais Garnier, and other attractions. Tours include round-trip, door-to-door hotel transfers and a glass of Champagne.

The macaron is one of the most popular sweet treats in Paris—but this technical pastry can be challenging to make independently. Instead, learn every step of macaron making, and receive hands-on guidance from an experienced French pastry chef, during this small-group masterclass. By the end of the class, walk away with brand new culinary skills—plus a range of delicious macarons to take home with you.

Discover a bargain hunter’s paradise at Paris’ St-Ouen flea market, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Browse hundreds of unique market stalls accompanied by your local guide, who will help you find what you’re looking for and negotiate the best deals with vendors. Shop like a true insider at the amazing open-air market, which is been in operation since 1885. Group numbers are limited to 10 people for a personalized shopping experience.

Don't just savor delicious pastries during your Paris trip—learn how to make them yourself, and walk away with new skills and culinary inspiration, thanks to this small-group cooking class. Led by your expert culinary instructor, learn every step of preparing the perfect cream puffs and chocolate éclairs, from mastering the choux pastry to the Chantilly cream. The best part of this cooking class is saved for the end, when you get to try the results.

Combine sightseeing with an elegant, romantic dinner on this two-in-one Seine River cruise. Admire the waterfront sights, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, as you savor a gourmet 3-course meal, paired with champagne. You can even upgrade to a window seat for unobstructed views of the City of Light. Ideal for celebrating a special occasion or vacation.

Enjoy a tasty two hours with a French pastry expert who will show you and a small group how some of your favorite sweet and savory Parisian treats are made. Learn techniques and tricks of the trade from a real pro who’ll have you making bread and croissant dough, tasting financiers, and learning a lot about what makes French pastry special.

Learn all about French wine on this small-group, guided tour right in the heart of Paris. Sample around six to seven French wines in an unpretentious atmosphere with a charismatic guide. Discuss which are your favorites with your small group as your French sommelier guide explains each one. Plan on around two hours for this tour, leaving the rest of the day free for other activities.

Anyone looking for an exciting way to explore Paris should skip the standard sightseeing tour. Instead, feel the wind in your face as you explore the City of Light during this private sidecar adventure focused on sites related to the Olympics, such as Invalides, the Grand Palais and the Trocadéro, along with the city's highlights. Follow a customized itinerary, stopping whenever you’d like to take a photo or grab a bite.