Food And Wine In A French Chateau | 2024 | Twin Room Share
Food And Wine In A French Chateau | 2024 | Twin Room Share
Food And Wine In A French Chateau | 2024 | Twin Room Share
4 Days Starting and ending in Lyon
Visiting: Beaujolais, Lyon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DTFWTMA19
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 8
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Indulge in a culinary and cultural adventure with our "Food And Wine In A French Chateau, Twin Room Share" tour. Set in the picturesque Beaujolais Wine Region, your home for four days is an exclusive 16th Century Chateau. Delight in wine and cheese pairings, explore local wineries, and savor authentic French cuisine prepared by live-in chefs. A day trip to Lyon offers a guided walking tour through the city's best food spots and hidden passageways, culminating in a three-course fine dining experience. This tour promises a feast for the senses, blending the finest flavors of France with breathtaking scenery.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Villefranche-Sur-Saone To Beaujolais Wine Region
Location: Beaujolais
Accommodation Name: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Bonjour, welcome to your foodie adventure! Today kicks off with a complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to our 16th Century Chateau.
Rub your eyes, blink: yep, that's our accommodation for the night, complete with a bar, swimming pool and dreamy views of the surrounding vineyards. Once we've checked in and chilled out we'll be feeling like royalty, and that's before we enjoy some local wine paired with cheese. Then our team of live-in chefs will prepare an authentic French Dinner. We'll tuck in while enjoying magnificent views of the Beaujolais countryside. What a day, and we're just getting started...
Day 2: Beaujolais Wine Region
Location: Beaujolais
Accommodation Name: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise and shine! After a hearty homemade breakfast and some on-the-lawn yoga (consider the cobwebs cleared, we'll visit one of the local wineries that this region is famous for. We'll learn about the world-famous Beaujolais Nouveau, meet a local winemaker and of course, sampling some of their finest drops - paired with an included lunch.
Stuffed with a new knowledge of wine and food, we'll head back to the Chateau for a well deserved chilled night (and an included dinner too.) Here you're free to chill out as you like... swimming, walking, or just kicking back on the terrace, the choice is yours!
Day 3: Lyon
Location: Lyon
Accommodation Name: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a spot of breakfast, we'll bid au revoir to our Chateau for the day... and head into Lyon for a change of pace.
Here in Lyon, we'll start by appreciating all things FOOD. On a foodie walking tour, we'll sample the city's prettiest and tastiest food spots, with a local guide to impart all their knowledge and wisdom. We'll also uncover 'Hidden Lyon' through secret passageways, known locally as Traboules.
Then, it's time to head to the local village, for a 3 course farewell dinner of traditional French fine dining. This is the good life. Once we've had time to digest our dinner, we'll get to explore this cute village before heading back to the Chateau for a glass of wine at the bar. Oh France, do we really have to leave you?
Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region
Location: Beaujolais
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's our final morning (sob), but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy one last breakfast together. You can take a complimentary transfer this morning back to Villefranche-sur-Saone, or make your own arrangements. The trip is over, but all of those delicious memories will put smiles on our faces for years to come.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in a 16th Century Chateau in the Beaujolais Wine Region.
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Meals
Enjoy a variety of meals including local wine and cheese pairings, an authentic French dinner, and a 3-course farewell dinner of traditional French fine dining.
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Transfers
Complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to the Chateau and back.
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Wine Tasting
Visit local wineries in the Beaujolais Wine Region and sample some of the finest wines.
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Cooking Class
Participate in an immersive cooking class in a local's home in Lyon.
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Guided Tours
Explore Lyon on foot with a local guide, including a foodie walking tour and discovering 'Hidden Lyon' through secret passageways known as Traboules.
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Picnic
Enjoy a French-style picnic while admiring the gorgeous Beaujolais countryside.
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Yoga
Morning yoga sessions on the lawn.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Mode of Transport
Complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to the Chateau and back.
Accommodation
Stay in a 16th Century Chateau in the Beaujolais Wine Region, complete with a bar, swimming pool, and dreamy views of the surrounding vineyards.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay in a 16th Century Chateau in the Beaujolais Wine Region, complete with a bar, swimming pool, and dreamy views of the surrounding vineyards.
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Are transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, complimentary transfers from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to the Chateau and back are included.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of meals such as local wine and cheese pairings, an authentic French dinner, and a 3-course farewell dinner of traditional French fine dining.
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Will there be any wine tasting opportunities?
Yes, you will visit local wineries in the Beaujolais Wine Region and sample some of the finest wines.
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Is there a cooking class included in the tour?
Yes, you will participate in an immersive cooking class in a local's home in Lyon.
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What kind of guided tours are included?
The tour includes guided walking tours in Lyon, where you will explore the city's best food spots and discover 'Hidden Lyon' through secret passageways known as Traboules.
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Are there any special activities included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes morning yoga sessions on the lawn and a French-style picnic while admiring the gorgeous Beaujolais countryside.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will receive a complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to the 16th Century Chateau. After checking in, you will enjoy local wine paired with cheese and an authentic French dinner while admiring the views of the Beaujolais countryside.
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What can I expect on the second day of the tour?
The second day starts with a homemade breakfast and yoga on the lawn. You will then visit a local winery to learn about Beaujolais Nouveau and sample wines paired with lunch. The evening is free for you to relax at the Chateau.
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What activities are planned for the third day?
On the third day, you will head to Lyon for a foodie walking tour, sampling the city's best food spots and exploring 'Hidden Lyon' through Traboules. The day ends with a 3-course farewell dinner of traditional French fine dining.
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What happens on the final day of the tour?
The final day includes a breakfast together before you take a complimentary transfer back to Villefranche-sur-Saone or make your own arrangements.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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