Top France Wine Tasting Tours - page 2

Taste award-winning croissants, artisan chocolates, and French cheeses on a small-group walking tour that showcases culinary delights you might not discover on your own. Participate in a mini croissant competition and enjoy tastings at celebrated patisseries and chocolateries, including L’Éclair de Génie. Learn about French breakfast traditions and savour exceptional teas.

Discover the effervescent secrets behind France’s famous Champagne region on this half-day, small-group tasting tour from Epernay. Admire the houses of esteemed producers along the city’s ‘Avenue de Champagne,’ learn about the complex Champagne-making process and sample some of the bubbles. Tour the cellars and sip best-selling ‘cuvees’ at a family winery, and tuck into a delicious French lunch paired with more Champagne.

Combine a visit to Saint-Emilion wineries with a guided walk around the medieval Saint-Emilion village. In an intimate group of just eight people, you'll explore with a guide to get the lowdown on the wine-producing village and the terroir of the surrounding region. Then, you'll head to the wineries to learn about vine-to-glass production, direct from the winemakers themselves. Tastings are included.

Saint-Emilion is both a UNESCO-listed town and home to some of Bordeaux’s most famous red wines, and this small-group tasting tour from Bordeaux makes it possible to experience both in one afternoon. Learn the secrets of winemaking and ‘terroir’ on a tour and tasting at a Grand Cru winery; take a walking tour through the medieval streets of Saint-Émilion; and pair fine Bordeaux reds with delicious cheeses and other local delicacies at a family-run winery.

Venture into the heart of the Champagne region—and step off the crowded tourist trail—on this immersive, small-group tour. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off from central Reims. Venture first to the village of Hautvillers—where Dom Pérignon is buried—before visiting two independent Grand or Premier Cru producers. Enjoy in-depth tours, taste numerous Champagnes, and learn all about the wine’s rich heritage.

Provence is renowned for its wine production, but travelers often don’t know where to find the best wines—or how to get there. Enjoy a bespoke wine immersion during this full-day, small-group tour from Nice. Meet the wine makers keeping traditions alive at three award-winning vineyards and enjoy an expert-led masterclass on wine tasting. With tastings and air-conditioned transfers included, all you have to do is come thirsty.

Spend a day sipping French reds and whites in the Saint-Emilion and Pomerol wine region. Departing from Bordeaux, visit two chateaux to taste the region’s famous wines and wander the streets of beautiful Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

France is world-renowned for its delicious cheese and butter, and this hands-on workshop lets you dive into the country’s cheesemaking and butter-making heritage. Visit a traditional local ‘fromagerie’ (cheese shop), “Paroles de Fromagers”, meet the cheesemakers, and learn the secrets of cheese and butter making during a fun and interactive workshop. Finally, sample some of the delicious cheeses paired with French wine.

Spend a half-day with a knowledgeable guide on an Alsace wine tour along the scenic Alsace Wine Route. During this half-day tour from Strasbourg, visit two charming towns for two wine tastings. Sample some of the region’s notable wines, including gewürztraminer and Riesling, as you learn about how the wines are produced. Select either a morning or afternoon tour, whichever suits your itinerary, and enjoy a more personalized experience with a small tour group limited to eight people.

Expand your palate during a 2-hour wine and cheese tasting in Paris. Set in a cellar once used by the King of France, your small group enjoys an 18th-century ambiance away from the tourist crowds above ground. Each of the 10 wines is paired with a classic French cheese, including brie, blue, and goat. Afterwards, you’re ready to pick, pair, and savor the best wine and cheese back home.

Enjoy a more personal way to explore the scenic highlights of Nice's Old Town, Vieux Nice—and sample many of the city's classic dishes and flavors en route—on this small-group walking and tasting tour. With your guide, visit markets, delis, and specialty food shops in town, and learn how locals shop and prepare meals. Look forward to sampling everything from pissaladière onion tart to socca chickpea-flour pancakes, plus local wine and olive oil.

Taste Champagne at the source on a small-group tour from Reims. Visit two smaller champagne producers to learn about its production process and terroir. Enjoy tastings of the famous sparkling wine, stroll through the underground Champagne caves, and hear details about how it is made.

Discover Provence’s ancient roots and winemaking traditions on a half-day, small-group tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards from Avignon. Wind through the verdant vineyards of the Rhône Valley, and visit two distinguished wine estates where you can enjoy tutored tastings and the chance to learn more about the winemaking process. Plus, with round-trip transportation included, getting around is made simple.

Chateauneuf du Pape is one of the most famous appellations of the Rhone Valley wine region, just a short drive from Avignon. This morning tasting tour is ideal for wine lovers and first-time visitors to Avignon—especially if you’re short on time. Visit two local wineries, taste the region’s renowned red and white wines, and be back in the city in time for lunch.

Devote a day to the wines and traditions of one of France’s most celebrated wine regions on this full-day small-group tour from Bordeaux. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, criss-cross Bordeaux’s vineyard-covered hills and visit several wineries to indulge in tastings. A gourmet picnic lunch is included.

Hop into a vintage sidecar and let’s take off for a 2-hour ride through the landscapes that once inspired Cézanne — and that might just steal your heart too. We’ll leave Aix-en-Provence and follow the famous Cézanne Road, the only one in France listed as a historical monument. Along the way, we’ll take in wide-open views of the majestic Sainte-Victoire mountain, stop for photos and roll through the peaceful villages of Provence. And because no Provençal adventure is complete without a good glass of wine, we’ll stop at a local vineyard for a relaxed tasting. A chance to meet passionate winemakers, discover the local terroir, and simply enjoy the moment.

Beaujolais is one of the most prestigious appellations of the Burgundy wine region and opting for a small-group tasting tour means you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience. On this half-day tour from Lyon, explore the scenic Beaujolais vineyards, enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Pizay, and learn the secrets of French winemaking on a winery tour.

Explore the Alsatian wine route and learn about winemaking in the Alsace region on this half-day tour from Colmar. With a driver-guide, visit local wineries for two tastings, where you’ll discover the differences between grape varietals such as riesling, pinot gris and gewurztraminer. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people to provide a more intimate experience in the French countryside.

Get to know the Parisian neighborhood of Le Marais on a food walking tour with a guide who introduces you to local food vendors and artisans. You'll see sights like Hôtel de Ville and visit the oldest covered market in Paris, Marche des Enfants Rouges, as you learn about and taste the fine products found in this historical yet trendy district.

Add some extra sparkle to your Paris trip with a Champagne-tasting cruise down the River Seine. Guided by an English-speaking sommelier, enjoy an educational Champagne presentation in the comfort of a private area. Sip on three fine Champagnes as you float past Paris’ signature monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Musée d’Orsay. At the end of the tour, upgrade to take home one bottle of Champagne per party.

Breeze around the Burgundy wine region by bike on this memorable full-day wine tasting tour, including lunch. Glide through the vineyards of the Côte de Beaune, stopping to snap photos of picturesque villages and majestic châteaux. Learn about the importance of ‘terroir’ and the fine art of wine production as you visit family-run wineries and wine cellars, and taste a variety of regional wines.

This half-day gastronomic tour puts Paris’ tastiest treats—from gourmet cheeses to delicate pastries—at your fingertips. Get insider knowledge on the most happening hotspots in Montmartre, the city’s cobblestoned arts district, and meet some of the most talented food artisans in the capital. Stop at eight pre-selected food venues and get a peek at landmarks along the way, from the Moulin Rouge to the Basilica of Sacré Coeur.

Chateauneuf du Pape is among the Rhône Valley’s most famous wine appellations, and sampling its signature red wines is a highlight for many travelers to Avignon. Unlike the average tasting, this tour devotes the entire day to exploring the wine region. Stroll through the vineyards as you learn about winemaking and terroir, enjoy three different wine tastings at prestigious wineries, and break for lunch (own expense) at a traditional restaurant.

Explore the heart of Champagne by e-bike, cycling through UNESCO-listed vineyards, visiting Hautvillers, and enjoying one champagne estate tour, tasting, and traditional French lunch.