Gastronomic tour to Lyon. Wine and food tour in burgundy and champagne

A gentle temptation to taste, an exquisite range of aromas and immersion in the ancient legends of gastronomy will give you gastronomic tours to France. This country has become the birthplace of fragrant, spicy, insanely delicious dishes. And each region of France is a true embodiment of culinary excellence with its own special traditions and legends.

Ready to embark on a journey full of sweet, spicy, subtle flavors? Lyon is the pearl of French cuisine. To book interesting individual routes in France in search of new shades of taste and smell, call our managers of the Eden Tour company!

Gastronomy in France

At every step of the ancient streets of Lyon, you will be invited to go to Bouchon, a small restaurant where you can enjoy fresh notes of Côtes du Rhone traditional dishes Lyon cuisine. This is the whole raisin and price of gastronomic tours to France.

Bress Blue cheese, created with love by local farmers;
Perugian biscuits, which have become a miracle of Lyon gastronomy;
Rameken cheese, which, due to dryness, is melted in butter and sprinkled with garlic before serving;
Chickens from Bresse, generously melted by the cook's hand;
Warm snails with Grenoble nuts;
Romanesque pony - royal treat, created in the shape of a crown;
Black truffles, in honor of which a chic celebration is held in the town of Saint-Paul Trois Chateau.

Gastronomic tourism in France

Visit Lyon alone and you will want to arrange gastronomic tours to France all the time. But the rest of the provinces are not inferior in the culinary duel. The magic of pink Provence. Here the air is filled with the aroma of wild herbs, honey and roses. At the foot of the sky-kissing hills are bright purple fields of lavender, the scent of which pervades the soul. Close your eyes and you will inhale this marvelous mixture of smells: the tenderness of almonds, the fragrant lavender, the freshness of pines, the spicy notes of rosemary, the piquancy of basil and sage ... The cost of gastronomic tours in France varies greatly by level and area. Gastronomy in France is at a very high level.

The natural richness of herbs has affected the local cuisine, in which spices rule the roost:
Bouabes is a dish in which different varieties of fish are intertwined in a single harmony of taste;
Juicy mussels with spices in tomato or onion broth;
Delicious vegetable stew Ratatouille;
Grilled crabs and fish generously soaked in anise liqueur;
Delicate Provencal Tomatoes;
Thin, melting in the mouth and bursting into a range of flavors goat cheese.

The cost of a gastronomic tour

And the final chord of your gastronomic journey will be the famous nougat from Montelimar. After her gastronomic tours to France you will remember for a long time. An Alsatian fairy tale imbued with the spirit of two countries. The gastronomy of Alsace is the subtle art of the greatest masters who draw inspiration from the richest palette of products and tastes. Alsace is the place where French and German cultures met.

And after this meeting, a wonderful child appeared - Alsatian cuisine, in which you will enjoy:
Spicy notes of German choukrut;
Rich and rich aroma of foie gras;
Refined complex taste and enjoying the aftertaste of Creidenweiss wines;
The primordial tradition of making Trimbach Wines…

Features of French cuisine

The charm of Alsace is not only in its cuisine. The atmosphere of the past envelops you and makes you enjoy the old narrow streets, wine cellars soaked with time, half-timbered houses filled with romance. This sweet and seductive Paris! Paris is an amazing place where the maestro of taste created the best creations.

The capital of France is strewn with tiny bakeries and chocolate boutiques, behind the doors of which culinary masterpieces are hidden:
Soft and tender macaron almond biscuits that melt in your mouth;
Millefeuille - soft cakes made from lace dough;
Airy and generously sugared shuket buns;
Crispy Parisian croissants, known throughout the world;
Luxurious cake "Opera", filled with notes of sweetness ...

Gastronomic tours to France is your opportunity to escape the shackles of everyday life and enjoy the richness of tastes, aromas and shades. Allow yourself this luxury!

French cuisine is considered one of the best in the world. A variety of regional dishes, gourmet delicacies, and, of course, the famous wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy - all this creates ideal conditions for gastronomic tours in France. As a rule, during such a trip, the traveler manages to get acquainted with several regions of the country at once and taste the best wines from world-famous wineries.

Gastronomic tours to France allow you to enjoy the cuisine different regions countries, each of which has its own culinary characteristics. So, in Provence they prefer dishes with big amount vegetables and greens, lamb and artichokes are especially respected in Brittany, Normandy is hard to imagine without beef with cream sauce, apple pie and cheeses, Alsace - without hearty dishes and flambé fruits, and Perigord - without the famous truffles. And, of course, a vacation in France will not take place without tasting the famous wines from the regions of Champagne, Burgundy and Bordeaux. A separate class of gastronomic tours in France is wine tours.

The studio of individual recreation and tourism "Own people" offers many programs, choosing which you can not only enjoy excellent wines and gourmet dishes, but also get acquainted with the traditions and culture of the country: "Great wine tour", "Through the wine cities of Bordeaux", "Journey through Aquitaine", "Champagne - the legend and glory of France", "Wine France by car", etc. Each such trip includes visits to famous wineries, dinners in gourmet restaurants, exciting excursions with sightseeing and much more. Gastronomic tours to France, prices for which vary depending on the duration and intensity of the program, are among the most diverse and in demand. Svoi Lyudi will help you get a visa to France, make a travel itinerary and book comfortable hotels in advance. If you still have not decided how to spend your vacation, we recommend you go on a gastronomic tour of France - a lot of pleasant experiences are guaranteed!

Gastronomic tours

Tour itinerary: Lyon or Nice - Avignon - Aix-en-Provence - Avignon - Lyon or Nice.

The tour operator "Svoi people" has prepared for you a week-long tour to Provence from Nice or Lyon. For 7 bright days you will have time to plunge into the special atmosphere of old France, enjoy great views and amazing tastes of Provencal delicacies and wines. Tasting of truffles, appetizers, sweets, oysters and wine will definitely appeal to gourmets. A boat trip and a light show will give new impressions.

The freshest seafood, foie gras, armagnacs and wine famous in all corners of the planet - all this awaits you in France! We invite you to gastronomic journey through the corners of this country known to every gourmet, accompanied by Russian speaking guide-sommelier. You will visit medieval Saint-Emilion, taste oysters in Arcachon, taste the prestigious wines of the Medoc, visit the cognac houses of the Grande Champagne and Cognac regions, enjoy the taste of foie gras at one of the farms and see from Cape Ferret how the waters of the Arcachon Bay connect with the azure expanses Atlantic Ocean. As part of the tour, you will find many tastings, as well as visits to warehouses with wine barrels and dungeons.

The city of Bordeaux is all the best that there is in France - in one place. Classical architecture, rich cultural life, divine wine and amazing cheeses, magnificent scenery and sea. Tour operator "Svoi people" invites you for a week in the capital of one of the most famous wine regions in the world.

Burgundy is one of the main wine regions of France. It is in this area that the oldest vineyards in the country are located, the history of cultivation of which dates back centuries. We invite you to go on an exciting tour of Burgundy, during which you will visit most beautiful cities region - Dijon and Beaune, visit the famous wineries, where you can appreciate the taste of the famous Burgundy wines, as well as see the Hotel Dieu, Chateauneuf Castle, St. Philliber Abbey and other ancient sights.

Beaujolais Nouveau is an annual celebration of young wine in France, which in 2017 will take place on the night of November 15-16. At this time, the famous phrase "Le Beaujolais est arrivé!" sounds in the Beaujolais region. (French: "Beaujolais has arrived!"), and the wine of the harvest current year goes on sale in all stores in the country and appears on the menu of restaurants. We bring to your attention an exciting tour during which you will take part in festive events in the capital of Beaujolais wine - the city of Beaujeux.

The secrets of making famous Normandy cheeses, delicious and healthy homemade yogurt, butter and sour cream, as well as meeting and talking with cheese makers - all this awaits you during an internship at Normandy cheese farms. We invite you to a fascinating and informative gastronomic tour, during which you can get acquainted with the intricacies of the production of French delicacies, learn from the best cheese makers and just have a good rest.

A thousand-year-old wine culture, medieval cities surrounded by vineyards, the secrets of making the legendary Armagnac and, of course, foie gras - all this is famous for the elegant and mysterious France. Gourmets from different corners planets rush here to taste the rarest delicacies and taste the most exquisite drinks. We invite you to an incredibly tasty and informative gastronomic journey through Gascony and Bordeaux.

Freshest oysters and fine white wine, walks along medieval castles and visits to truffle farms - a trip to France can be incredibly exciting and impressively tasty. We suggest you go on a tour during which you will be able to see the legendary sights and taste the famous delicacies.

The ancient Perigord is famous not only for its many famous sights that can take any traveler into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, but also incredible amount exquisite delicacies. We invite you on a gastronomic tour of this important historical and cultural region of France, during which you will be able to taste foie gras, delicious local liqueurs, cheese, pastries and cured meats.

The famous French Riviera can surprise not only with its beauty luxurious beaches and many legendary sights, but also excellent cuisine. We invite you to spend an unforgettable weekend on the Cote d'Azur in an unusual format - on a cozy farm with a hospitable hostess. You will find a master class on cooking dishes from organic farm products, an introduction to housekeeping and relaxation in comfortable rooms or bungalows.

The regions of Bordeaux and Perigord are known not only for their historical sights, but also for excellent cuisine and, of course, excellent wines. We suggest you go on a gastronomic tour lasting 7 or 10 days (your choice) with accommodation in comfortable hotels. The trip includes a car tour of the capital, a visit to Bordeaux and the commune of Sarlat-la-Caneda. A trip of 10 days will allow, in addition, to get acquainted with the sights of Paris and for additional fee visit Versailles and the castles of the Loire.

It is very easy to succumb to the charm of French Brittany. Its cozy bays, small rocky islands and picturesque beaches tune in a meditative mood, and the mild and humid climate is ideal for harmonious rest. You can see the "eighth wonder of the world" - the abbey of Mont Saint-Michel and walk along the bare sandy bottom of the bay to the walls of its fortress, immerse yourself in the fascinating life of corsairs in Saint-Malo and taste delicious oysters in Cancale.

The best wines of Bordeaux and Sauternes, noble cognac - these are the main characters of our gastronomic tour of France. During the trip, you will get acquainted with the production technology of these drinks and, of course, you will be able to appreciate their excellent taste. A walk around Bordeaux, a visit to the winery of La Croix de Carbonnier, a wine castle in Sauternes and production in the city of Cognac with a certified winemaker - all this awaits you during the tour. The cost of the trip includes 4 tastings and accommodation in a hotel of the selected category.

We bring to your attention wine tour in Aquitaine, during which you will visit the sunny wine capital- Bordeaux, medieval Saint-Emilion, the city of Arcachon and you will see a natural masterpiece - the Pyla Dunes. Offers interesting excursions, a boat trip along the Atlantic, tasting the best wines of Bordeaux, as well as a trip to oyster farm where you will be offered to taste this excellent delicacy. As part of the program, you can choose accommodation in a hotel of any level - from 2* to 5*.

We offer you to travel around France in a rented car. This rich program brings together all the symbols of the country - from champagne to delicious restaurants and beautiful castles. You will find picturesque landscapes, accommodation in castles and mansions, some of which are members of the elite association Relais & Chateâux, UNESCO monuments in ancient French cities, wine and champagne tastings, Michelin-starred gourmet restaurants, and much more.

Bordeaux is one of the most famous wine regions in the world. It produces fine wines that are highly valued all over the world. We invite you to go on an exciting wine tour, during which you will take a trip along the “wine road”, visit famous wineries, learn about the production technology of local wines, be able to appreciate their great taste, and also see interesting historical sights of Bordeaux and Sainte Emilion. Depending on your preferences, you can choose accommodation in a hotel of any level - from 2* to 5*. Three tastings are included in the tour price!

Paris, Colmar, Dijon, Champagne… These names alone beckon an amusing trip to the famous wineries and the legendary sights of France. We invite you to a gastronomic tour during which you will get acquainted with the tastes of exquisite aged wines of Champagne, Burgundy and Alsace, taste delicious local delicacies, meet winemakers and go down to the cellars where delicious wines ripen.

A visit to the most important wine region in France and one of the most famous in the world, where for many centuries wines have been made that are considered the standard of quality, prestige and unsurpassed taste. You will touch the history, culture and architecture of the region, and the cruise itself will be impossible to forget.

New flavor combinations, gastronomic discoveries, the rarest delicacies and legendary delicacies... Without a doubt, this is a journey for real gourmets. Those who like to taste countries “by the teeth” and immerse themselves in their culinary subtleties. We invite you to Paris! Wander around its quarters, try foie gras and black truffles, sip luxurious wine, discover the deep and bright taste of real French cheese and chocolate, order coffee with an exquisite dessert in one of the cozy cafes where Voltaire or Hemingway liked to drop by. And of course, don't miss the opportunity to learn how to cook all these incredible dishes!

A program for fans of French wines in one of the largest and oldest wine regions in France - Bordeaux. The route will take you along the path of the Bordeaux appellations, which are famous for their high-class Grand Cru wines. Medoc, Saint-Emilion, Sauternes and Graves are waiting for you. Each region produces wines with its own character and style, and this journey, which includes tastings in prestigious chateaus and dining in gastronomic restaurants, will reveal all the wine secrets of Bordeaux to you.

We offer this interesting route those who are close to the limits of standard excursion tours in France and who wants to get to know the main values ​​of the country: fine wine, gastronomic masterpieces, ancient history and more picturesque nature.

Leaving Paris in the morning, we will head straight for Burgundy, and in a little over two hours we will be near the village of Chablis, which gave its name to the dry white wines of this appellation. In Chablis we will visit a local winemaker who will gladly reveal the secrets of his wines to you and hold a tasting. We will have lunch here, in Chablis, after which we will continue our way to the town of Gervais-Chambertin in the heart of the wine production of Burgundy wines. Here at the family winery, another wine tasting awaits us. We will spend the end of the day in Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, where you will find a walk through the historic center of the city. Dijon, in addition to Burgundy wines, is famous for its mustard and “pain d’epices” spiced bread, which you should definitely try here. Dinner and overnight in Dijon.

Day 2 in Burgundy: Dijon - Alox-Corton - Beaune - Nuits-Saint-Georges - Troyes

This is the most intense day of our wine and gastronomic tour. Heading in the morning from Dijon to Beaune wine road Grand cru, we'll make two stops along the way. First - on cheese farm(open every day except Sunday) to get acquainted with the production of Burgundy cheeses, the second - in the famous wine chateau for wine tasting Alox-Corton. If you are interested in another appellation in the region, please let me know in advance and I will try to organize a separate visit for you.

Following this, we will arrive in the city of Beaune, where you will have a tour of the famous Hospices with their colorful tiles and lunch. We will spend the afternoon with a comparative tasting of the main types of Burgundy wines in the cellar of one of the famous Beaune merchants. Depending on the season and if tourists wish, instead of the last tasting, a tasting stop can be organized at a snail farm or a black truffle farm, after which we will go to the Champagne region.

By the evening we will be in Troyes in the Champagne region. This city is famous throughout France for its delicacy "Troyes sausage" or "Andoulette Troyes". If you wish, you can taste it and other dishes. local cuisine in one of the restaurants in the city. Overnight at the hotel in Troyes.

Day 3 in Champagne: Troyes - Chalons-en-Champagne - Epernay - Reims - Paris

Leaving Troyes after breakfast, we will go to the outskirts of the town of Châlons-en-Champagne to visit one of the private producers of champagne. During the visit, you will learn about the characteristics of the soils of the Champagne region, the grape varieties grown here, the vinification processes and the various stages of production, and you will also be able to taste several types of champagne. Following this, we will go to the capital of champagne production - the city of Epernay. We will pass through it main street Avenue de Champagne, where the largest houses of champagne lined up in a row. After lunch in one of the city's many restaurants, we will visit the cellars of the largest and most famous manufacturer in Epernay, Moet et Chandon (visits take place in large groups exclusively in French and sometimes English but I will be with you as an interpreter. If desired, a private visit to another producer of the region can be organized or, for a fee, a private visit to the cellars of Moet et Chandon with an exclusive tasting of Dom Perignon champagnes).

Further along the Champagne Road, which runs among the vineyards, we will get to Reims - historical capital the Champagne region. Reims also houses the cellars of many famous houses, including Ruinart, Taittinger, Mumm, Veuve Clicquot, Pommery. In Reims, we will visit the Notre Dame Cathedral - the place of the coronation of the French monarchs. Reims Cathedral is also famous for its contemporary stained glass windows by artist Marc Chagall. Leaving the Cathedral, you will find yourself in the square, where there are countless cellars selling champagne of all the famous houses of the region. Here you can also try the local dessert - pink "Reims biscuits".

8 days / 7 nights

About the trip:

Tour program:

1 day:

Arrival at Toulouse Blagnac airport. Transfer Toulouse-hotel. Hotel accommodation.

Day 2: Nerak

We start the day with recognition - recognition of real Gascon heroes, a strong Gascon character, without which it is difficult to understand and feel the gastronomic cuisine of this beautiful region. And therefore, first a visit to the city of Nérac, the favorite residence of Henry of Navarre, King Henry IV of France. Inspection of the castle of Henry of Navarre (visit with a guide). Walk through the old medieval city Nerak with a visit cathedral, the church of St. Nicholas, the plane tree park de la Garenne. Visit the Fountain de Florette, built in honor of a girl who committed suicide because of her love for Henry of Navarre. Tonight we'll talk about french cuisine about its basic principles. Topic: "How to read the menu of a French restaurant?"

Day 3: Sulei

All day exclusively gastronomic! First visit to the Sulei farm. Visit to the Foie Gras Museum, the only museum of its kind in France (guided visit). You will learn the history of this method of raising ducks from ancient egypt to the present day. Duck breeding in Gascony takes place with respect for animals: how does this process go? What "terrible" myths about foie gras will be debunked? Tasting of farm-produced foie gras and various duck delicacies. After lunch. Visit to the 13th century castle of Cassaigne (château de Cassaigne) and its wine cellars. This chateau is the former residence of the bishops of Gascony, the descendants of the last bishop still live in it and continue the ancient tradition of winemaking and Armagnac production. Tasting of old Armagnac from the cellars of the castle. (It is possible to buy an Armagnac of your year of birth!)

Day 4: Osh

visit ancient city OSH (Auch), capital of the department of Gers. walk along medieval streets, inspection of the stairs of D'Artagnan, the Cathedral of St. Mary. After lunch. visit ancient castle Lavardin, created by the love of Marshal Henry IV Antoine de Roquelor for Suzanne Bassabat. A young wife (and their age difference was 48 years!) encouraged her husband to reconstruct a gloomy medieval fortress and turning it into a "castle-foreboding" of the Renaissance. You will climb all the floors of Lavarden Castle, feel the spirit of the harsh Middle Ages in the severity of architecture, in the strength of the stone walls, in the stone crows decorating the facades, you will see the famous hall with an echo, the secret of which you can experience for yourself (visit with a guide). Evening. Let's talk about French wines. How to choose wine, how to read the information on the bottle? How to recognize a "bad" wine? The latest discoveries: the red wines of the department of Gers (Gascony) ... prolong life! British researchers in the field of medicine came to the conclusion that the wines of only two regions of the world - the French department of Gers and the Italian island of Sardinia - contain exactly the kind of polyphenols that protect blood vessels from atherosclerosis and promote longevity.

Day 5: De Florent

Visit of the 12th century Abbey de Flarans, one of the finest medieval abbeys in the South West of France (guided visit). You will walk through the monastery buildings that have come down to us in their original form from the 12th century, walk through the monastery garden, where fruit trees and all kinds of herbs of southwestern France are cultivated. You will learn how the day of an ordinary Cistercian monk went, about the dishes that were prepared in the monastery kitchen. The abbey has opened an exhibition from the collection of Simonov, an English aristocrat with Russian roots, who amassed a huge collection visual arts, including originals by Monet, Renoir, Cezanne, Corot, Salvador Dali and other artists. After lunch, wine tasting (with the same longevity-promoting polyphenols) at Gensac Château Gensac.

Day 6: Lupiac

Before lunch. Let's talk about them, fragrant, exquisite, beautiful... Legendary French cheeses: TOP 10. How to choose the right cheese? After lunch. Visit to Lupiac, D'Artagnan's native village. Visit to the D'Artagnan Museum. Forbes magazine referred french village Lupiac to the top 10 interesting museums world of one literary character, along with the apartment of Sherlock Holmes, the Munchausen estate and the park of the Little Prince. She is famous for the fact that Charles de Batz de Castelmore, Comte d'Artagnan, was born four hundred years ago in the castle of Castelmore - a real man, two centuries after his death, he became the character of the novel by Alexandre Dumas the father. A walk to the private castle of Castelmore, in which D "Artagnan was born.

Day 7: Montluc

Gastronomic day! Visit to Montluc Castle, the property of the famous Marshal of France Blaise Montluc. Visiting the wine cellars of Blaise Montluc. A unique opportunity to taste the French aperitif Pousse Rapière. You will find it on all restaurant menus in France from Paris to Nice, but in fact it is produced only in this castle and the secret of its production has been kept for centuries. Wine tasting, Armagnac. You will learn how Armagnac differs from cognac, what is Armagnac alambique, how to choose Armagnac. Lunch at the gastronomic restaurant of the Dieffenthal brothers Chez vous (optional for an additional fee). Frederic Dieffenthal is a popular French actor, known in Russia for the main role of a policeman in the films Taxi, he comes from Saint-Puy, the former property of Marshall Montluc.

Day 8:

Breakfast. Transfer Condom-Toulouse. Flight to Moscow.

See France from the inside? For this, of course, it is not enough just to walk along the historical streets of its numerous and sometimes frozen in time cities, look into the museum or climb the Eiffel Tower.

Tell me what you eat (drink) and I will tell you who you are...

Adhering to this classic advice, we invite you to experience France by plunging into the gastronomic world of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region and the city of Lyon. For 5 days you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the second capital of France, personally taste the unique Beaujolais wine, as well as selected sausages and cheeses from the best suppliers of the region. And of course, at the end of it all - dinner at a Michelin restaurant.

Tour is private! Therefore, according to your desire, any services under the program can be changed or supplemented. It is convenient to combine Lyon with rest in other cities of France, for example, Vichy.

Tour prices at the bottom of the page - .

check in A: all year round, any day of the week.

Tour duration: 5 days / 4 nights

Program gastronomic tour to Lyon

Day 1
Meeting at Lyon airport, transfer and hotel accommodation in Lyon (4 or 5 stars).

Day 2
Breakfast in the hotel.
Overview hiking in Lyon with a guide. Lyon is the capital of silk and gastronomy, a major port and the third largest city in France. Here you can see monuments of various eras - ancient rome, Middle Ages and Renaissance. The historic center of Lyon is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Day 3
Breakfast in the hotel.
Guided tour of Beaujolais. Famous wine region France with beautiful vineyards. During the tour you will visit the winery, where wine tasting is planned.

Day 4
Breakfast in the hotel.
Walking tour with a guide to the Paul Bocuse market. This covered market Lyon, which bears the name of Paul Bocuse, the standard of French and international cuisine, has existed since 1970. Three alleys lead to cozy shops offering selected products from the region's best suppliers. Many of them have even been awarded Michelin stars. And local sellers will certainly treat you with their delicacies.

We recommend that you complete your acquaintance with the cuisine of the region in the L’Auberge du Pont de Collonge restaurant (from 200 Euro per person, excluding drinks). main restaurant Paul Bocuse, one of the few in the world awarded 3 Michelin stars. For 50 years now, the restaurant has proudly maintained this prestigious level! Signature dishes are truffle soup and chicken in a bubble.

Day 5
Breakfast in the hotel.
Transfer to Lyon airport.

*During Exhibitions and Salons, the cost increases by 25%

The tour price includes:

• Accommodation in a hotel of the selected category 4 nights
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transport service according to the program
• Services of an English-speaking guide according to the program
• Wine tasting in Beaujolais
• Cheese and sausage tasting at the Paul Bocuse market

Additional services:

• Air flight Moscow-Lyon-Moscow (direct flights a/k Aeroflot)
• Health insurance during the trip
• Applying for a Schengen visa
• Dinner at L'Auberge du Pont de Collonge
• Other services not included in the basic program ( optional excursions and transfers, lunches and dinners, etc.)