Top Île-de-France Holidays - page 5

Explore some of France’s most famous vineyards and wineries—and don't worry about arranging your own transport—on this private day trip to the Champagne region. Travel from busy Paris to the historic city of Reims, a capital of the region and home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites. Next, choose to visit a range of top-drawer Champagne houses, from Taittinger and Pommery to G.H. Martel & Co and beyond (tastings own expense).

Enjoy a new way to explore the bohemian neighborhood of Montmartre—and immerse yourself in authentic French apéritif traditions—on this small-group, early evening tour. In the company of your wine expert guide, explore the best of the neighborhood, and stop at locally beloved bistros and atmospheric cafés. As you go, learn the secrets of great wine and food pairings, enjoy cheese and other light bites, and begin your night out like a real Parisian.

Settle into a cozy spot in the Latin Quarter and let your wine-loving host walk you through three French wines paired with regional cheeses. Enjoy a relaxed and conversational small-group setting, designed to demystify the complexities of French wine. Learn how to identify a wine's origins and characteristics, and leave with a better understanding of what you actually like to drink.

Over two consecutive day tours, explore two of France’s best known wine-growing regions—without the hassle of appointing a designated driver. In the Loire Valley, tour Chambord Castle and join a wine expert to sample whites and reds during an exclusive winery visit. Then head to Champagne to taste its famous bubbly at historic vineyards. Both days include a gourmet winery lunch, and a pastry breakfast.

This is a perfect choice for wine lovers. Spend a day exploring the fabulous wine region of Burgundy. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free experience as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. After a transfer to the train station, travel quickly by high-speed train to meet your guide and begin your wine adventure. A delicious lunch is included, and you’ll visit three family vineyards for tastings.

Make the most of your time and combine food, wine, and culture on this small-group half-day tasting experience in Paris. Stroll through the Marais district with your guide to learn about the area. Stop at six local shops to pick up food provisions to enjoy afterwards in a wine cellar at a guided food and wine masterclass with wine or Champagne pairings.

Explore the beauty of the Champagne region on this private day trip from Paris, led by a local host who's a vineyard owner and wine expert. You'll travel to Champagne Ardenne by private transport and visit several vineyards, among them Pommery or Veuve Cliquot House depending on availability. A private vehicle transports you between wine and Champagne tastings so you don't have to worry about driving after you've had a drink. A visit to the Reims Cathedral and a gourmet lunch round out this perfect day, which you can customize along the way.

Experience Paris like never before on this exclusive Christmas Lights walking tour. Follow your local guide on an evening adventure through the glittering streets of Paris, exploring the holiday lights and decorations that make this season special. Discover iconic sites like the Palais Royal and Place Vendôme from a new perspective. In this intimate tour, your guide will take you through hidden passageways, introduce you to stunning churches, and share insider stories about French holiday traditions. Warm up with a cup of mulled wine or decadent hot chocolate, step inside stunning churches, savor traditional holiday sweets while enjoying an up-close and personal experience. Join a small group for a more intimate experience, this 2-hour tour guarantees an up-close look at the City of Lights. Immerse yourself in the magic of the season and enjoy Parisian highlights in an unforgettable way.

This tour combines 3 very famous chateaux of your choice in the Loire Valley. professional guide and driver will do everything possible and impossible to make your experience unforgettable. We are adapting to your wishes, and we offer skip the lines with the fast tickets. You will have Comfortable air-conditioned cars during the pick up from the hotel or even the airport. There will be an interactive presentation during the time you're in the car. We will take care of the best experience for you!

This tour offers a real tasting route through Parisian gastronomy, while discovering the history and atmosphere of the neighborhood. Each stop is accompanied by explanations of French culinary products and traditions. Throughout the route, participants sample several specialties, including macaroons, artisan chocolate, a freshly prepared pancake, as well as cheeses, cold cuts and baked goods from local addresses. The experience ends at Chez Guilhem, a friendly neighborhood wine bar where the group is welcomed in a privatized room. Participants can sit down, share a savoury buffet and enjoy white wine and red wine in a relaxed atmosphere, as in a real French aperitif. With human-sized groups and a generous selection of tastings, this tour offers a simple and authentic way to discover French cuisine.

Even though it’s delicious throughout the year, Paris’ food scene gets even better during the holiday season. But knowing where to find seasonal treats when you don’t speak the language is tough. This private festive food tour introduces you to lesser-known treats only available around Christmas and also takes you the best holiday light displays that you won’t find marked on the map.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with a festive dinner cruise aboard a Bateaux Mouches boat in Paris. On this 5-hour evening tour, you'll glide along the River Seine to admire illuminated landmarks, without the usual stresses of sightseeing. Along the way, enjoy a 4-course dinner followed by live music on board to ring in the new year. A half-bottle of wine or Champagne per person is included to celebrate in style.

Toast your France trip in the most authentic way you can with a private day tour from Paris to Champagne. This comprehensive excursion includes a private look at a famous Champagne house like Moët & Chandon or Veuve Clicquot (depending on availability) as well as a visit to a smaller boutique producer. Taste at least eight different Champagnes, and enjoy lunch at a Michelin-starred restaurant with wine pairings.

Paris is widely celebrated for its food scene, though first-time visitors don’t always know where to go to experience it. This small-group tour lets you optimize your time by exploring with a foodie insider, who takes you straight to must-visit culinary landmarks. Make numerous stops for prestigious tastings—including authentic croissants, artisan cheese and charcuterie, award-winning brioche, and much more—and spot the Palais Royal and other attractions along the way.

With its tiny bistros and hole-in-the-wall bakeries, Montmartre is a foodie’s dream—but too often, travelers find themselves in disappointing tourist traps. Skip the bland meals and discover nine hand-picked tastings on this small-group food tour, everything from rich éclairs to traditional French cider. Learn the story behind each local shop along the way, and top it all off with a wine and cheese tasting in a wine cellar.

Taste your way through Paris’ vibrant Bastille and St-Germain-des-Prés districts on this full-day gourmet walking tour. Eat like a true Parisian as you explore the vendor stalls of the Aligre Market, indulge your sweet tooth at the city’s best chocolatiers and sip French wines with a sommelier-led tasting. Rest your feet during lunch at a typical Parisian café and refresh with an afternoon tea-and-pastry break. Group size is limited to 8 for a personalized small-group experience. The tour includes lunch and all tastings.

Eat and shop like a true Parisian during this private, half-day food tour in Montmartre. Gather picnic ingredients—wines, cured meats, pastries, wine—from specialty stores near the iconic Basilique du Sacre-Coeur. Then, head to a secret location to savor your gourmet lunch like a local. Ask unlimited questions along the way.

Don't waste an evening in Paris looking for the party. With this pub crawl, discover the hottest spots for drinking and dancing with the insider knowledge of a local guide. Stop at three buzzy bars for free shots, plus get VIP treatment with skip-the-line entrance to a Parisian club. Connect with fellow travelers and experience the city's nightlife scene to get a feel for Paris after dark.

Embark on a private day trip to discover the Sancerre region with your wine expert guide, enjoying a more personalised and intimate wine experience. After hotel pick-up in Paris, enjoy a comfortable drive with a freshly baked croissant while learning about the history and traditions of Sancerre winemaking. Start at a well-known winery. Explore the cellars, learn about the production process, and enjoy your first tasting while discovering famous terroirs. Continue with a drive through the vineyards and stop at a scenic viewpoint to taste a glass of wine while learning about vine growing. A typical French lunch is served at a family-run winery, featuring local products such as the region’s Crottin de Chavignol cheese, and paired with local wines. In the afternoon, visit a second family-run winery to taste wines from Sancerre and nearby appellations like Pouilly-Fumé. Return to Paris with drop-off at your hotel, concluding a memorable Sancerre wine experience.

Make the most of your short time in Paris with this walking tour and wine-tasting combination package. Tick off major landmarks in just a handful of hours, moving easily between sights on foot and using the metro system (at your own cost) as your guide leads the way. Tours also include a two-hour wine-and-cheese tasting experience on any day that suits you.

Give your feet a break and explore Paris in style on this private tour aboard a vintage 1963 Peugeot. See landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, and hidden gems in less-visited neighborhoods. Includes photo stops and visits to the interior of Saint-Sulpice Cathedral and the Arene de Lutece. Near the Pantheon, visit a wine merchant to taste unusual natural French wines.

Experience the majesty of the Loire Valley worry-free with this all-inclusive, totally private 2-day tour. Picked up from your Paris hotel by your personal driver, you’ll head to six of the region’s fabulous castles, leaving plenty of time for fabulous food and relaxation—with a wine tasting led by a local vintner included. With all the details taken care of, you can sink into this era of grandeur and nobility.

Cover more of the Loire Valley and visit three castles with this private driving tour from Paris. Save time with hotel or airport pickup and relax as your driver takes you through the French countryside. Skip entry lines with pre-booked tickets and explore the Chateau de Chambord, Chateau Royal d'Amboise, and Chateau de Chenonceau at your own pace. Break up your day with a wine tasting at a historic winery plus free time in Amboise for lunch.

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Looking for a fun and creative way to unwind after work in Paris? Welcome to Barbouille & Wine! For two hours, our studio transforms into a relaxing painting bar. Whether you're coming with friends, your partner, or solo, it's the perfect opportunity to unplug, chat, paint, and enjoy some good wine with a small group of fellow creators. No painting experience? No problem! There is absolutely zero pressure here. Our friendly instructors (the expert "barbouilleuses") will provide models to inspire you and guide you step-by-step through the process, whatever your level. You even get to take your masterpiece home at the end! What's included? All art supplies: Canvas, paints, brushes, and aprons... just come empty-handed! Drinks: 3 glasses of wine per person are included to help let your creativity flow. ‍ Guidance: 2 hours of stress-free, guided creativity. Practical Info: Where: Barbouille Studio - 59 boulevard Pereire, 75017 Paris ⏱️ Duration: 2 hours