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This half-day e-bike tour offers a truly immersive way to experience Saint-Émilion, combining wine discovery, scenic landscapes, and gentle adventure. Ride effortlessly through the vineyards on easy-to-use electric bikes, following quiet country roads and rolling hills that define the Right Bank of Bordeaux. Unlike traditional tours, this experience allows you to connect with the landscape up close, cycling between beautiful châteaux and vineyard parcels while enjoying uninterrupted views of the countryside. Along the way, you’ll visit charming local estates, meet passionate winemakers, and taste wines that reflect the diversity and character of Saint-Émilion. Relaxed, intimate, and guided by local experts, this tour is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic, active, and memorable wine experience in a short amount of time.

This is a must-do tour for wine fans in France. You’ll explore the wine region of Provence and visit three wineries. Take the stress out of organizing transport by having a hotel pickup and drop-off included. You’ll travel between dispersed wineries in an air-conditioned vehicle, making it a comfortable, stress-free day. At each of the wineries, you’ll learn about the process of wine production, as well as enjoying tastings of reds, whites, and rosés.

It isn’t a trip to Bordeaux without wine—and this gourmet, small-group tour of the Médoc region will introduce you to several of the area’s top wineries. Meet your group in central Bordeaux, and set off via comfortable minivan. You’ll head to Médoc, and will visit two of France’s top Chateaux, where you’ll enjoy tours and wine tastings.

Menton might be most famous for its lemons, but the French Riviera town also sits on the edge of the Provence wine region. On this tour, sample a variety of Provencal wines without leaving town on an evening tour of Menton. Visit handpicked destinations, including a local wine bar and a prestigious restaurant, and taste a selection of red, white, and rosé wines, paired with delicious Provençal cheeses, charcuterie, and other specialties.

Follow your guide on a unique initiatory and sensory journey in the heart of a protected natural environment, the Plain of Versailles. He will reveal all the secrets of organic viticulture to you and share fascinating anecdotes with you. The visit begins with a walk through the paths of the vineyard and its collection of rare grape varieties; on a clear day you can see the Palace of Versailles in the background. Then, it's time for tasting. Learn the different stages of tasting while savoring 3 unique cuvées en primeurs. It will be a moment of sharing and conviviality not to be missed.

See and taste magnificence on this full-day tour from Paris that takes you to the Chambord Chateau and Loire Valley wineries. At Chambord, learn all about the French Renaissance castle during an audio tour, then head to the Loire Valley to visit a gourmet restaurant or winery, where lunch and wine tastings are included. Before heading back to Paris, the trip also includes more tastings at a family-run winery.

Lyon is said to be the gourmet capital of France, but travelers can feel overwhelmed when it comes to knowing where to eat or even what to eat and drink. Make sure you skip the tourist traps and book a tasting at a private salon with a French sommelier instead. Enjoy a curated selection of French wines, discovering varietals from smaller local winemakers around France, along with food pairings to complement the flavors.

Enjoy an active way to discover Alsace’s most picturesque villages and vineyards—and pair your excursion with a top-notch wine tasting—on this private bike tour. In the morning, meet your guide right outside Colmar, grab your bike, and set off on two wheels. You’ll discover picturesque villages like Eguisheim and Gueberschwihr, cycle past grand cru vineyards, and enjoy a tutored wine tasting.

Don’t just drink wine in Paris—blend your own during this winemaking workshop. In an 18th-century royal wine cellar in the heart of the city, learn how to create your own wine and design a personalized label with an experienced winemaker. Taste different grape varietals to select the ones you like, and then take your bottle with you at the end of class.

Discover stretches of the most glamorous coastline in France with this tour of the French Riviera from Nice. Also known as the Côte d'Azur, these shores are home to glamorous, Cannes, ultra-luxurious Antibes, along with glitzy marinas such as Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan. You’ll see them all on this hassle-free half-day trip, as well as the Provence hilltop village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a place beloved by the likes of Marc Chagall.

The tour is unique because it combines iconic hilltop villages (Grasse & Gourdon), local culture, breathtaking views, and tastings of typical Provençal wines, all in a single guided and structured day—a complete and immersive experience of the French Riviera. With a pleasant way to end the day Wine tasting at the end of the excursion allows you to relax after a day of sightseeing, while enjoying the local expressions of Provence's vineyards in an often panoramic setting.

Bordeaux is known as one of the world’s top wine regions, but it isn’t always easy to travel beyond the city center and visit the wineries themselves—especially if navigating alone. Instead, enjoy a seamless wine day out on this guided trip to the esteemed Saint-Émilion. With round-trip transportation from the city center, getting there is made easy. Look forward to tastings at two esteemed châteaux, plus time to see the UNESCO–listed town.

Montmartre is known for two things: incredible views and delectable eats. But visitors unfamiliar with the area often find themselves stuck in the tourist track. Nibble on hand-picked food tastings—and natural wine—as you comb the hills of the 18th arrondissement during this half-day, small-group food tour.

It would be a crime for wine enthusiasts to leave the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France without enjoying a winery or two. Spend a full day tasting the area’s top Macon and Beaujolais reds and whites on an 8-hour tour from Lyon. Delight in 11-12 wines, including Pouilly Fuissé, Pouilly Vinzelles, and Brouilly. With maximum eight people per group, you’re guaranteed to have an intimate, authentic, and immersive experience.

Climb into a vintage sidecar and set off on a journey through the scents and colors of Provence. Guided by your driver, you’ll ride along the peaceful backroads around Aix-en-Provence, to discover vineyards and fields of blooming lavender. Stop at a lavender estate where you’ll learn more about organic cultivation and the role this iconic flower plays in local life. Follow a short educational trail through the fields, and take your time capturing colorful photos. Along the way, you’ll also stop at one or two wine estates, depending on the option you choose, to taste regional wines and meet passionate local producers.

Overlooked by most visitors, the covered passages of Paris (lined with bustling bars, bistros, and boutiques) are one of the city’s most distinctive, in-the-know locations—and this tour provides the best way to discover them. With just your guide and a small group for company, you'll discover these hidden hotspots, will immerse yourself in their long history, will have the chance to shop for souvenirs, and will even enjoy a wine tasting along the way.

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Montpellier is surrounded by stunning natural scenery, but it takes private transportation—and usually, a lot of logistical hassles— to get off the beaten track. On this small-group tour, embark on a challenging hike to the top of Pic Saint-Loup followed by an indulgent wine tasting and home-cooked meal at the guide’s family-run guesthouse.

Paris has some of the best food in the world, but it can be overwhelming to navigate all the options available in the city. This private tour takes care of the research for you, taking you to several spots to try local food, from escargot to camembert and crepes. Get two tours in one, since you'll also get an overview of one of Paris’ finest neighborhoods: the Marais.

Many Loire Valley tours squeeze wine tasting in between chateau visits, leaving little time for each, but this tour has just one focus—the Sancerre wine region. With the entire itinerary devoted to sampling Sancerre’s famous wines and delicious regional food, you’ll feel like you can really savor the experience. Visit at least two wineries, enjoy a wine-paired lunch, and learn the secrets behind Sancerre’s celebrated sauvignon blanc wines.

Spend the day exploring the Loire Valley on this private full-day tour from Paris. Save time and travel in comfort in a Mercedes minivan. Visit the magnificent castles of Chambord, Chenonceau, and d’Amboise, and go wine tasting at Plou Et Fils. Includes round-trip transfers from your Paris hotel and a professional driver guide.

Sip, swirl, and shuck your way through Montpellier’s wine country on this small-group tour. Let your guide handle the logistics as you cruise in comfort to a winery set in a Renaissance-style castle. Wander its lush gardens, peek inside an 11th-century chapel, and sample a selection of red, white, and rosé wines straight from the source. Then, head to a shellfish farm to taste fresh oysters straight from the Mediterranean.

Experience the heart of Parisian nightlife with a guided pub crawl and avoid falling for tourist traps. Skip the lines and enjoy VIP treatment at handpicked venues, from chic cocktail lounges to lively pubs. Share toasts, forge new friendships, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere that defines Paris after dark. Every sip and laugh on this unforgettable night out reflect the city's unique charm. Reserve your spot now and see Paris in a whole new light!

Learn all about wine in one of the world's most famous wine cities with this experience. You'll head to a local wine bar, where your expert instructor will go over the basics of wine production and terminology and let you in on some tricks of the trade. Throughout the course of your experience, you'll taste three different wines, served with charcuterie.