Paris, Burgundy Gastronomy & Loire Castles

A Few Days in Paris

• Start your French journey living the Parisian life for 2 nights! For a smooth arrival, a private driver will meet you at the airport and drive you to the hotel.
• This itinerary starts in Paris but if you wish, we can easily turn it around. Comfortably accommodated in a charming 4* family-run boutique-hotel in a quiet street of the bustling Latin Quarter district, you will discover the French capital city’s must sees and hidden beauties.
• For a half-day, follow a private guide in the heart of Paris to get oriented and learn more about the history, art, culture or architecture. We will taylor-make your program based on your wishes. 
• We plan for you to walk along the Seine and journey through 2,000 years of Paris history on an immersive guided tour featuring more than 15 virtual reality scenes.
• Ideally based less than 10 minute walk to Notre Dame Cathedral, you will explore Paris by foot, by boat or using public transportation with different and unique itineraries we have prepared for you. We also recommend our favorite restaurants and patisseries in different districts of the city so you’ll know where to take a break.

Burgundy Gastronomy

• On the 3^rd day, you will pick up your rental car at the closest agency from the hotel and drive 3 hours to Burgundy. We will recommend a gorgeous castle on your way.
• In Burgundy, you will reside for 3 nights in in a beautiful house, nestled in a lovely village of the Burgundy countryside. Situated in the heart of Burgundy, between Dijon and Beaune, you will be perfectly located to tour the region and taste its wines. One night, enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by your host who used to be a Chef ! 
• Explore all the major vineyards of the region and have a chance to taste red and white wines among the best in the world, directly at the winery!
• On day, Alex will take you on a private walking tour of Beaune starting by the famous Hospices...and the exploring the historical rampart town, enjoying local gourmet products : cheese & wine tasting, gougères, pain d'épices....the local gastronomy & history won't have any secret for you !
• We will provide you with all detailed itineraries to discover the authentic and charming Burgundy. This region is much more than the vineyards: winding roads leading to tiny timeless villages - some of them "Most Beautiful Villages of France" - will give you a real feel for this region. Taste some local cheeses, the "Epoisse" at the cheese factory or stroll around Beaune from the cellars to the ramparts.

The Loire Valley Castles & Gardens

• On the 6th day, you will drive for 4 hours to the Loire Valley where you will spend the last 4 nights of this itinerary. Experience life in a privately owned family château, surrounded by 17 hectares of peaceful parkland and magnificent century-old cedar trees. Share breakfast around the family table with your welcoming hosts, exchange stories about life at the château, then wander through the grounds or hop on a bike to explore one of the Loire Valley’s finest castles nearby.
• Discover the marvels of the Loire Valley: we will give you tips for visiting Chambord or Chenonceau castles away from the crowds. We will also recommend smaller castles and hidden places, less famous and with a lot of history and beautiful settings. If you like gardens, don’t miss Chaumont or Villandry.
• Touraine is also famous for its vineyards – Chinon, Bourgueil, Vouvray and many more. You will enjoy a peaceful river cruise on a traditional wooden boat, where you will taste the family-made wines with the owner, paired with local snacks.
• You will also wander off the beaten path into tiny villages and get a taste of French gastronomy in restaurants and local markets we have tested for you.
• On your last day, you can drive 3hrs back to downtown Paris or 3hr30 to CDG Paris International Airport.

Strong or lighter wines, cow and goat cheeses, pastries, chocolate, farmers markets . . . this itinerary will delight food lovers!