Top France Unique Experiences - page 2

Spend a full day exploring the beautiful French wine region of Alsace during a day trip from Strasbourg. Follow the Alsace Wine Route to visit charming villages like Dambach-la-Ville, Ribeauvillé, Mittelbergheim and Riquewihr. Stop at three different wineries to sample some of the wines the Alsace is famous for, including Gewürztraminer and Riesling. Learn about the region from an expert guide, and enjoy personal attention in a small group limited to eight people.

Get your fashion fix in Paris with a private, 2-hour tour of the city’s most prestigious retail and design districts. Learn about the history of Parisian fashion and the hottest current brands and collections from a private guide with professional industry experience. Stroll along fashionable Rue Saint-Honoré, admire handcrafted jewelry, and see where local trendsetters shop, from vintage boutiques to design flagships.

When you’re in Toulouse, avoid the large sightseeing groups with scripted itineraries, and head out instead with a private guide and your personal group of up to six people. You’ll discover the city from a local’s perspective, discovering the attractions that interest you most with a flexible itinerary. Alternatively, leave the plan up to your guide, and see the side of the southern city that they choose to show you.

Enjoy the idyllic scenery and world-class wines on a half-day wine tour of the Médoc region from Bordeaux. Visit two classified growth chateaux wine estates for guided wine tastings. Admire the spectacular scenery surrounding them and along the drives. Pass other famous chateaux, such as Palmer and Chateaux Margaux.

Bypass the big tour groups with scripted itineraries when you’re in Nice, and discover the coastal city from a local’s perspective instead. You’ll hear tales about the city’s everyday culture, food, and receive recommendations for interesting places to visit. Choose to tailor the tour to your interests, or leave it up to your guide to show you the local side of the city.

Discover fine wines around Pic Saint-Loup on this small-group half-day Languedoc winery tour from Montpellier. Delve into the Languedoc’s Pic Saint-Loup region and admire fine views over the rolling vineyards. Visit two wineries with your guide and learn of the diverse wines produced there. Explore the cellars and barrel rooms, and learn of the winemaking process from vine to glass. Sample the various wines in production during a tasting workshop and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

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.

Spend a day discovering the magnificence of French wines on this half-day wine tour from Aix en Provence. After meeting at a central point, travel with ease in a comfortable vehicle between wineries. This will save you time organizing transport and means you get to sample the wines, as you won’t have to drive. Visit the wine regions of Coteaux d’Aix en Provence, and Luberon, where you sample reds, whites, and rosés at two different wineries.

Explore Paris on your own terms with a customized city visit with a local host. You'll get to spend two to eight hours with an expert Parisian, who can show you all sorts of off-the-beaten-path gems, from restaurants to shops to lesser-known museums. Your guide can also help you plan the rest of your trip, setting you up with itineraries suited to your own needs and interests.

Discover the beauty of the Côte d’Azur on this 4-hour tour. Your multilingual guide can lead you to celebrated vineyards, charming villages, and especially scenic spots. Tour two vineyards—Château de Crémat and Domaine de la Source—and enjoy wine tastings at each. This customizable tour can be tailored to suit your interests and made to accommodate children and mature travelers.

Indulge your taste buds in southern France on this 3.5-hour small-group Languedoc wine and olive tour from Montpellier. Visit a local winery in the heart of Languedoc’s winemaking territory with your guide. Explore the estate and learn of the various winemaking techniques in use, and sample some of the delicious wines in production. Travel onward through the vineyards and olive groves to a family-run olive farm, where olives are harvested according to time-honored traditions. During your visit, taste the olives, olive oils and vinegars, and savor their delicate flavors.

Learn about the secrets behind truffles in Provence with a half-day excursion. Set out on a small-group tour of a Provençal truffle plantation and hear stories about how truffles are cultivated and how truffle dogs are trained. Go hunting for truffles with a professional and see a truffle dog in action. After the tour, taste fresh truffles along with a glass of Champagne.

Mushroom hunting excursions are available from September 15 until November 15 (weather permitting). We will use knives and sneakers (provided). During your time in Provence you will learn how to distinguish between edible and poisonous mushrooms. We will hunt for about 10 different varieties, including: ceps, chanterelle, golden chanterelle, mushroom hedgehog, blue stalk mushroom, Tricholoma myomyces, Saffron milk cap, white saddle, elfin saddle, and black trumpet. You'll discover the quiet, unspoiled forests of the area and enjoy the bucolic and relaxed atmosphere of Provence. You will need to be comfortable with that, you do not mind getting muddy.

Craft your own sweets during this 45-minute chocolatier-led workshop at Choco-Story Paris. Learn to dip and decorate chocolates like a pro; suitable for adults and children aged 7 years and older. Enjoy access to chocolate tastings and live chocolate-making demonstrations at Choco-Story Paris, and take home your handcrafted chocolate creations.

Enjoy a quintessential wine tasting experience in one of France’s most famous wine regions, as you sip your way around the Côtes du Rhône on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon. Indulge in expert-led tastings as you explore the vineyards and visit wineries in Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas or Séguret. Sip a selection of Grand Cru wines, as you learn about the wine production process, the importance of French ‘terroir’ and how to distinguish between the different Crus.

Long one of Paris’ most bohemian neighborhoods, and formerly home to artists like Picasso and Dali, hilltop Montmartre is full of charm—and this private tour offers the perfect way to discover it. Pick a time that works best for you, meet you guide, and set off on foot. The itinerary will be customized based on your preferences, but you can look forward to seeing lofty Sacré-Coeur Basilica, admiring the Moulin Rouge, discovering bakeries and flea markets, exploring areas most tourists miss, and more.

Bordeaux is renowned for its UNESCO-listed monuments and fine wines, but many travelers only get to see the highlights. On this tour, discover the city through the eyes of a Bordeaux local and enjoy a personalized itinerary custom-made for you. Your ‘Lokafyer’ guide is no typical tour guide—instead, they will show you around the city like a friend, take you to the neighborhoods that they know and love, and give you tips on where to eat, drink, and shop in the city.

Learn the secrets to making traditional French baguettes and croissants during this baking workshop with a chef. Get time-tested recipes handed down over generations, and bread-making techniques that will help you make perfect baked goods. This is a hands-on baking lesson in a French bakery in Paris with group size limited to 10 people for maximum personal attention from the instructor.

Strasbourg is renowned for its UNESCO-listed Grande Ile and annual Christmas markets, but many travelers only get to see the highlights. On this Lokafy walking tour, connect with a Strasbourg local who will show you around their city like a friend and take you to the neighborhoods, museums, shops, and restaurants that they know and love. Chat with your guide before you arrive and devise an itinerary that suits your preferences and style of travel.

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.

Avoid the touristy eats on your Provence vacation, and discover the region's authentic food and wine with the help of a local guide. With this private tour, you'll visit three local vineyards for tastings, then enjoy lunch at a village restaurant in Puyloubier where traditional Provençale dishes take center stage.

Explore Egypt’s top ancient sites on this full-day private guided tour to the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Enjoy private transfers with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo and discover the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Step Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Bent Pyramid, and more with a guide on site.

Make your trip to one of the world's most romantic cities even more so by planning a vows renewal ceremony in Paris, hosted right at the Eiffel Tower. After a brief ceremony, led by your celebrant, enjoy a romantic walk through Paris, escorted by a professional photographer who captures every moment. Receive roughly 130-150 high-quality images after the experience; you can upgrade to include professional video footage, too.

Experience the art of French savoir-faire during this hands-on workshop in luxury handcrafted jewelry. Choose between morning, afternoon, or evening sessions, which include an insider’s immersion into a real-life showroom in the city’s trendiest district, the Marais. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with wine before designing a one-of-a-kind jewelry souvenir to take home.