Treat your senses to the experience of a lifetime on this 11-day tour through the fabled wine and food regions of Burgundy and Champagne, and sip and savor the best of what France has to offer. If you’re a foodie, or if you simply love great cuisine, these charming towns and villages will leave you with lasting memories.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Lyon
Board an overnight flight to Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France.
Day 2 - Lyon
Upon arriving in Lyon, a Go Ahead representative will greet you and escort you to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner in a bouchon, a traditional Lyonnaise restaurant. (B in flight, D)
Day 3 - Lyon
Start the day with a guided tour of the city’s old town. Begin at the Cathedral of Fourviere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by an exploration of Lyon’s medieval and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy a free afternoon or opt to visit the city’s Roman Ruins. (B)
Day 4 - Lyon
Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Perouge this morning, an enchanting walled medieval village. Later today, journey to the Beaujolais region for a wine tasting and cooking class. Afterwards, enjoy the feast you have helped to prepare! (B, W)
Day 5 - Dijon
Travel north to Dijon, home of the famed mustard. En route, stop in Cluny, a medieval city built around the Cluny Abbey and the Hotel Dieu. Take a guided tour of the Chateau of Cormartin, which evokes the gilded era of the 17th century. Enjoy an included dinner upon arrival. (B, D)
Day 6 - Dijon
On today’s tour of Dijon, stop at the Palais des Ducs et des Etats de Bourgogne, the original ducal residence. Next, explore the Musée des Beaux Arts, and stroll by the shops in the Place de la Libération. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, opt to visit the historic Hospice de Beaune, followed by wine tastings on La Route des Grands Crus. (B, L)
Day 7 - Reims
Visit the town of Chablis, where you’ll sample the local wine. Continue on to Reims, home to Tattinger, Mumm, Piper-Heidsieck, Veuve Cliquot-Ponsardin and Ruinart, some of the world’s most famous Champagne estates. Enjoy dinner with your group tonight. (B, W, D)
Day 8 - Reims
This morning, a local guide introduces you to Reims and its gothic cathedral, the Notre Dame de Reims. This afternoon, visit a Champagne wine cellar for an included tasting.(B, W)
Day 9 - Paris
Today, head to Chantilly, the birthplace of Creme Chantilly. Explore the Chateau de Chantilly and its extensive grounds. Continue on to Paris, where you can enjoy a scenic cruise along the Seine on our optional Evening in Paris. (B)
$99
Evening in Paris: Seine cruise & Dinner
Take in all the nighttime allure of the City of Light on a special evening excursion. The event begins with dinner at a favorite local restaurant. Then board a boat cruise along the Seine and glide past the gloriously illuminated monuments of Paris — including Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower.
Day 10 - Paris
On today’s tour of Paris, take a drive along the Champs-Élysées, and view sights such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Opera House, the Place de la Concorde, the Louvre and the River Seine. This afternoon, you are free to explore Paris at your leisure or take an optional excursion to Versailles, the opulent estate of Sun King Louis XIV. Stroll through the Hall of Mirrors (a symbol of the monarch’s wealth) and enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens. Join your group for a farewell dinner. (B, D)
$99
Versailles
Louis XIV, known as the “Sun King,” set new standards among European royalty for the decadence of his reign. On this half-day excursion, you will see the palace in all its glory. Tour the State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors then stroll through the lavish gardens.
Day 11 - Paris
Transfer to the airport and board your flight home, or extend your stay with a visit to Strasbourg and Alsace’s wine region. (B)
Extend Your Stay
Add 2 nights,
$449 (Single room: add $85)
Strasbourg is the ultimate European city. It has flavors of both France and Germany, and sits right on the border of the two countries. Its picturesque "la Petite France" looks like something straight out of a fairy tale book, a riverfront neighborhood with timbered buildings accented by colorful flower boxes.