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Immerse yourself in French wine-making culture during this insightful visit to Les Caves du Louvre. Learn all about wine production and the famous wine-making regions in France from an audioguide, which you can stop and start as you please. Explore 18th century wine cellars that were once used by the King of France. You have the option to upgrade your tasting to include champagne and premium wines.

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.

Delight your palate with the delicate flavors of French wine and cheeses. Learn the basics of French wine tasting with a Parisian wine bar owner. Learn the geography and history of French wine with Simon. Develop your sense of smell with perfume samples to help you identify wines. Learn how to choose a wine and discover which wines pair best with which dishes.

Explore the best of Champagne on this intimate, small-group tour that takes you conveniently from Paris. Your guide organizes all the logistics and navigation, so you don’t need to worry about any of that. Just relax in your air-conditioned vehicle out to Champagne, making several stops throughout your tour. Tour several cellars at places depending on availability.

Seeing the Champagne region in a small group allows for unhurried exploration—something that large tours can't offer. This full-day tour from Paris limits group size for an intimate experience, and follows an efficient route through key regional landmarks, including Reims Cathedral and the Verzenay Lighthouse. Finish with a guided Champagne tasting, and learn how the flavors reflect production traditions.

Get an insider's view of Paris and check out the highlights without worrying about getting lost with this tour, which takes you past key attractions, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Listen to insights and stories on local history, culture, and architecture from your guide and wrap your tour up with an independent visit to the Arc de Triomphe with prebooked tickets

Taste hand-picked champagne varietals paired with artisan foods in a 17th-century Paris champagne cellar. Journey to the city's St Germain area for this unique sensory experience—sampling three distinct champagnes paired with a plate of artisan cheese and ham. Learn about what goes into making the perfect champagne—including terroir, grapes and blend—as you imbibe. Afterward, purchase a bottle or two to bring home

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.

Explore Paris in a more authentic way, beyond its typical tourist spots, on this guided small-group tour through Montmartre. Discover the rich history of the neighborhood, once home to legends like Picasso and Van Gogh, from Roman times to the windmills and Moulin Rouge. Spot hidden gems like the Amélie cafe and the "I Love You" wall, with plenty of photo stops. Upgrade to include a wine tasting experience.

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.

The UNESCO–listed Loire Valley is where fairytale castles and world-class wines await—but getting there on your own from Paris can be hard. Instead, make your sightseeing logistics simple with this multi-stop tour. Look forward to visiting landmark châteaux including Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny, where you can explore at your own pace or upgrade to a multilingual audio guide available in several languages.

Learn to shop and eat like a real Parisian on a small-group walking tour of the Marché d’Aligre. Located in the less touristy 12th arrondissement, this energetic market is a favorite with locals and is bursting with vendor stalls selling all manner of gourmet treats. Follow your guide to the best shops to chat with vendors and taste everything from chocolates and cheeses to pastries, wine, and a shared lunch.

Discover France's Champagne region on a private day trip from Paris. Travel in comfort with a private chauffeur as you watch the French countryside go by. Take in the rolling vineyards and learn all about how champagne is produced on a guided cellar tour, complete with tasting, so you'll leave feeling like a pro.

Explore one of France’s premier wine countries without the hassle of arranging transportation or driving with this full-day private excursion from Paris. Enjoy hotel pickup and take in views as you drive through the Burgundy countryside, stopping at three different domaines in the Chablis and Burgundy areas. Relax over lunch (extra charge) in a historic village in Chablis and learn about the area’s winemaking history and culture.

During the holidays, Paris transforms into a winter wonderland. This Montmartre food tour includes festive tastings, visits to the Abbesses Christmas Market, a wine-and-cheese stop on Rue des Martyrs in the 9th arrondissement, and views of the last vineyard in Montmartre. Enjoy seasonal samples unique to this time of year and overcome the language barrier with ease.

Taste a total of 15 wines today on this tour of Burgundy, including the villages of Chablis and Beaune. You’ll be with a small group (max 6) and driven in a Mercedes Minivan with extra leg room and adjustable seats for comfort. There is an audio guide for you to listen to as you go from area to area. Choose an optional lunch in Chablis if you like, and have your meal be arranged for you.

Awaken your senses on this private cheese and wine tasting masterclass in Paris. With your professional wine expert host, you’ll sample four renowned wine varietals paired with three types of French cheese in a cozy bistro setting. Learn about the different grapes used in winemaking and how to use your sight, smell, and taste to best experience each complexity. This private experience ensures undivided attention throughout.

Sample hand-picked champagnes in a 17th-century Paris champagne cellar. Journey to the city's St Germain area to taste three carefully selected champagne varietals paired with your choice of sweet or savory biscuits. Learn about what goes into making the perfect champagne—factors that include terroir, grapes and blend—as well as why champagne is considered ideal as both an aperitif and dinner wine. Afterward, purchase a few bottles to enjoy once you're home.

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.

Immerse yourself in Parisian life on a guided tour of the Belleville neighborhood. Explore this off-the-beaten-path neighborhood with a strong gastronomic identity and sample local snacks as you meet the bakers and artisans who make these delicious French staples. Enjoy samples of chocolates, charcuterie, pastries, desserts, and more while you learn about Paris's celebrated culinary culture

Paris’ rich history collides with culinary culture in the streets of Montmartre, but exploring independently means missing the foodie hotspots locals love. Hear the secrets behind top attractions such as Moulin Rouge and winding, atmospheric Rue des Martyrs while tasting cheese, pastries, charcuterie, and wine on a 3-hour food tour. Along the way, enjoy personal attention from your guide in a group limited to six people.

Indulge in an outstanding Champagne tasting experience on this private day trip from Paris to Reims. Explore the cellars at Veuve Clicquot, one of France's best Champagne houses, then enjoy a tasting of some of their finest products. Visit the Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims then enjoy some free time for lunch before heading back to Paris.

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.

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).