7 day Paris Must-Do Burgundy Champagne Culture Wine Small Group15

07:00 - 07:30 Boarding

MEETING POINT N 1: 07:00am to 07:10am boarding at our Mercedes bus at the OPERA GARNIER STEPS, it is a main facade of Opera building in front of Metro OPERA MEETING POINT N 2: 07:20am to 07:30am boarding at our Mercedes minibus at the Arch de Triumph Etoile, first 10 meters of the avenue Friedland.

1 heure•Entrée libre

07:30 - 10:00 Live Guided Paris Sightseeing city tour starts. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history and a lot of interesting things about France, its culture, architecture and history. You will see all the most important sights of Paris: Luxembourg Gardens, Place de la Concorde, Les Invalides and Alexander III bridge, Place Vendome, Sainte-Chapelle, Place des Vosges, Trocadéro square with its magnificent Viewpoint at the Eiffel Tower. Duration 2,5 to 3 hours.

2 h 30 min•Entrée libre

10:15 - 11:30 The Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile is one of the most famous monuments in Paris, standing at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. You will take 250 steps to go to the top of the 50 meters high Arch to admire the panoramic views. 12 streets form the shape of a star and give the site its more common Parisian name, l'Étoile (the star).

The Arc de Triomphe honours those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. The names of all French victories and generals You can see on its inner and outer surfaces. The construction was started by Napoleon Bonaparte 1806, halted during Bourbon Restoration and completed 1836 by the last French King Louis-Philippe. On 15 December 1840 Napoleon's remains brought from Saint Helena island passed under Arc de Triomphe on their way to Hotel des Invalides, where Napoleon Bonaparte was buried.

1 h 15 min•Entrée non incluse

11:45- 12:45 Latin Quarter Walking tour incl. Notre Dame de Paris. Duration about 1 hour. The Latin Quarter of Paris or Quartier latin situated on the left bank of the Seine river close to Notre-Dame de Paris is known for its University, high schools, student life, lively atmosphere, and numerous bistros. Its name is related to the Latin language which was widely spoken during the Middle Ages in and around the University.

1 heure•Entrée libre

14:15 - 15:30 After arrival at the Eiffel tower You get the Skip the line access to the 2-nd floor by lift, the most popular among tourists.

1 h 15 min•Entrée non incluse

16:00 - 18:00 Louvre Museum visit with audio-guide. Our guide will make a walking tour around Louvre explaining its long history, architecture and most important facts. Afterwards You will be brought to theMuseum itself to start Your audio-guided Louvre Museum visit.

Free time.

2 heures•Entrée non incluse

07:00 - 07:30 Boarding

MEETING POINT N 1: 07:00am to 07:10am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 10 Place de l"Opera 75009 Paris, OPERA GARNIER STEPS (main facade) in front of Metro Opera MEETING POINT N 2: 07:20am to 07:30am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 40 Avenue FRIEDLAND, Paris 75008, 100 meters from Arch de Triumph Etoile Departure to Loire Valley. It takes about 3 to 3,5 hours (245 km).

13 heures•Entrée libre

11:00 - 12:30 Chateau Chenonceau and its Gardens Guided visit. The Guide will tell You the history of the Castle and its construction. You will get as well the brochure with explanations of each room. Chenonceau nicknamed the "ladies’ castle" is remarkable for its feminine history of famous women of France such as Catherine de Medici as well as for its stunning architecture as well as unique aches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens Gardens of Chenonceau with their more than 130,000 flowerings plants will impress You as well.

12:30 Departure to Amboise city. It takes 20 minutes.

1 h 30 min•Entrée non incluse

12:50 -14:00 Lunch break in Amboise city where You'll find many restaurants and cafes. We can as well

1 h 10 min•Entrée libre

14:00 - 15:15 Chateau Royal d’Amboise with VIdeoguide explaining to You the history of this Castle and of each room.

Amboise is the grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII and an example of the transition of Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Learn the history of the castle Amboise which is known as birth place of princes, the reign of Kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci! You can see his grave in the chapel. 15:15 Departure to the Chateau Clos Luce which is located just 5 minutes drive.

1 h 15 min•Entrée non incluse

15:30 - 17:00 Leonardo da Vinci Chateau Clos Luce.

The Château du Clos Lucé is a castle located just 400 meters away from Château Royal d'Amboise to which it is connected by an underground passageway. Built by Hugues d'Amboise in 1471, the palace belonged once to the French king Charles VIII and afterwards to Leonardo da Vinci who lived there at the invitation of Francis I from 1516 until his death on 2 May 1519. Today it is a museum about Leonardo da Vinci's life, work and memory. 17:00 Departure to Paris. It takes 3 to 3,5 hours depending on traffic situation (250 km).

1 h 30 min•Entrée non incluse

20:00 - 20:30 Coming back to Paris. Drop off at Arch Etoile.

Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

07:00 - 07:30 Boarding

MEETING POINT N 1: 07:00am to 07:10am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 10 Place de l"Opera 75009 Paris, OPERA GARNIER STEPS (main facade) in front of Metro Opera MEETING POINT N 2: 07:20am to 07:30am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 40 Avenue FRIEDLAND, Paris 75008, 100 meters from Arch de Triumph Etoile. Departure to Giverny. It takes about 1,5 hour. During Your trip the Guide will make explanations about the rich history of Versailles and its inhabitants telling You a lot of interesting facts.

3 heures•Entrée libre

09:15 - 11:00 Giverny Claude Monet's house. Arrival in Giverny and visit to Claude Monet's historic house to admire the nature that inspired one of the most famous French painters and founder of Impressionism. Step into Claude Monet’s studio, where the magic of his artistic genius came to life, wander through the enchanting Norman flower gardens, marvel at the iconic water lilies in the picturesque Pond.

11:00 - 12:00 Free time in Giverny 11:00 - 12:00 Free time for walking in the Giverny village to admire flowered houses, art galleries and cafes. We recommend You as well to visit Museum of Impressionism Giverny. Not too big with very nice collection including some of Claude Monet's paintings.

1 h 45 min•Entrée non incluse

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Giverny.

13:00 Departure to Versailles. It takes about 1 hour (70 km). During Your trip from Giverny the Guide will make explanations about the rich history of Versailles and its inhabitants telling You a lot of interesting facts

1 heure•Entrée libre

14:00 - 15:30 Versailles Palace visit with audio-guide. Versailles Palace is a timeless symbol of French grandeur. Enhance your Versailles Palace experience with audio-guide after having got enough back ground informations from Your Live Guide. Pause at any spot you desire for as long as you wish, allowing you to form your own personal impressions. You will visit as well the legendary Hall of Mirrors and the magnificent Royal Apartments. All in all this will be your personalised and informative adventure.

1 h 30 min•Entrée non incluse

15:45 - 16:30 Guided visit to the Big Trianon, a historical masterpiece, once the private retreat of French royalty. Enjoy neoclassical architecture and captivating tales of the past visiting lavish rooms and picturesque grounds of the Big Trianon, a symbol of elegance and prestige.

45 minutes•Entrée non incluse

16:30 - 17:30 Small Trianon Guided visit and walking around Hamlet de la Reine

16:30 - 17:30 Small Trianon Guided visit and walking around Hamlet de la Reine. Guided visit to the exquisite Small Trianon with its elegant architecture, favored by Marie Antoinette. Walk around the charming idyllic Hamlet de la Reine, a quaint village created for the queen's pleasure. Enjoy pastoral beauty of this unique retreat, featuring rustic cottages, a picturesque lake, and gardens.

1 heure•Entrée non incluse

17:30 - 18:30 Versailles Gardens. You 'll have free time for walking around the Versailles Gardens taking pictures. Walking around the iconic Versailles Gardens, a masterpiece of landscape design and historical significance, You will learn the beauty of meticulously manicured lawns, ornate fountains, enchanting groves, hidden corners and statues.

18:30: Departure to Paris. It takes between 40 minutes to 1 hour depending of traffic.

1 heure•Entrée non incluse

19:30: Arrival in Paris. Drop off at Arc Etoile.

Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

Paris Day Off for Optional Sightseeings in and around Paris

We can offer You Day trips to Bruges Rouen — Honfleur — Etretat D day Omaha and Utah Beaches Mont Saint Michel or visiting of different Museums in Paris

8 heures•Entrée libre

07:00 - 07:30 Boarding and Departure destination Chablis

MEETING POINT N 1: 07:00am to 07:10am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 10 Place de l"Opera 75009 Paris, OPERA GARNIER STEPS (main facade) in front of Metro Opera MEETING POINT N 2: 07:20am to 07:30am boarding on our Mercedes minibus at 40 Avenue FRIEDLAND, Paris 75008, 100 meters from Arch de Triumph Etoile Departure destination Chablis. There are approx. 190 km to drive on a highway from Paris to Chablis by our air conditioned Mercedes minibus for max 15 passengers. It takes around 3 hours. One stop at a rest area will be made. Important Notice N1: All sightseeings, entrance tickets are included but not the Wine and Champagne tastings. You can pay them directly or buy our Wine & Champagne Tasting Package which includes all wine and champagne tastings.

Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

10:30 - 11:40 Arrival in Chablis area. Visit at Jean-Marc Brocard Domaine surrounded by the vineyards with Cave visit and wine tasting of 5 wines with cheese plate: Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru and Chablis Grand Cru. The experienced staff will give You all explanations about the process of wine making in Chablis and point out the differences between Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru and Chablis Grand Cru.

1 h 10 min•Entrée non incluse

11:50 - 12:20 We offer the Wine tasting by one of the local Chablis wine producers like Celine & Frederic Gueguen or Baptiste or LaChablisienne with 5 different wines: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru and Chablis Grand Cru.

30 minutes•Entrée non incluse

12:20 - 13.30 Free time in Chablis village. You can enjoy the small town or we reserve for You a Gastronomic Lunch.

1 h 10 min•Entrée libre

13.30 - 14:30 Visit and Wine tasting at Maison Régnard Chablis founded in 1860 with 5 Wines tasting and explanations about wines by the local sommelier. You will learn the production process in details.

14:30 Departure to Beaune (135 km on the highway). It takes up to 2 hours.

1 heure•Entrée non incluse

16:30 - 17:30 Guided visit at Chateau de Pommard with Wine Tasting. One of the most famous domains of Burgundy, close to Beaune and surrounded by vineyards. Wine tasting of a selection of 5 wines from Château de Pommard and Famille Carabello-Baum "La Route des Grands Crus" with a professional sommelier.

You will learn how Burgundy’s star grapes Pinot Noir and Chardonnay express themselves across Burgundy’s villages and terroirs. You will learn about the 5 subregions of Burgundy and their specialties, about the famous wine road La Route des Grands Crus, about how the natural factors do influence the taste and about Burgundy’s classifications. 17:30 Departure to Beaune. It takes just 10 minutes.

1 heure•Entrée non incluse

17:40 - 18:50 Visit of Hospices de Beaune - Hôtel-Dieu a former charitable almshouse founded in 1443 as a hospital for the poor. The original hospital building is one of the finest examples of XV century Burgundian architecture and one of the best-preserved renaissance buildings in Europe.

1 h 10 min•Entrée non incluse

19:00 Hotel accommodation in Beaune according to the chosen option.

Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

07:30 Departure destination Alsace

07:30 Hotel Check out and Departure destination to Colmar, Alsace. It takes about 4 hours (264 km). One stop at a rest area will be made.

14 heures•Entrée libre

11:30 - 13:00 Colmar Sightseeing tour. Arrival in Colmar "French Venice", built in a typical Alsatian style. Sightseeing tour. Colmar is renowned for its well-preserved old town, its numerous architectural landmarks and museums. The city is located on the Alsatian Wine Route and considers itself to be the capital of the wines of Alsace.

13:00 Departure to Alsace Wine road between Colmar and Castle Haut Koenigsbourg. 13.00 - 16:15 Alsace Wine Road. Lunch break 13:00 - 16:15 Departure from Colmar along Alsace Wine road with visiting of two villages and Wine tastings to the 12th century medieval castle O'Koeninsburg along the beautiful countryside with multiply vineyards. We will make a stop in one of the picturesque Alsace villages to learn this small place and to have Lunch.

1 h 30 min•Entrée libre

13.00 - 16:15 Alsace Wine Road. Lunch break. Departure from Colmar along Alsace Wine road with visiting of two villages and Wine tastings to the 12th century medieval castle O'Koeninsburg along the beautiful countryside with multiply vineyards. We will make a stop in one of the picturesque Alsace villages to learn this small place and to have Lunch.

3 h 15 min•Entrée non incluse

16:30 - 18:00 Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg castle visit. Built in the 12th century on a rocky spur, making it an ideal observatory and strategic retreat, the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle has seen a succession of conflicts, rivalries and owners over the centuries. You will enjoy beautiful panoramic views.

18:00 Departure to Metz. It takes about 2,5 to 3 hours drive (190 km). One stop at a rest area will be made.

1 h 30 min•Entrée non incluse

21:00 Hotel Accommodation in Metz due to the chosen option.

Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

07:30 Departure to Epernay. Épernay

07:30 Departure to Epernay. Épernay is known as the Champagne Capital of France. Located along the Marne surrounded by the wine hills it is Home to many region’s most prestigious champagne houses. Épernay is a must for wine and champagne lovers. Walk the Avenue of Champagne attracts many tourists. It takes about 2,5 hours (196 km).

4 heures•Entrée libre

10.00 - 12:00 Epernay. Grand Champagne house visit.

10:00 - 12:00 We will offer You several Grand Champagne houses to be visited: Champagne Mercier, Moet et Chandon, Champagne de Castellane. We will offer You different options and different price levels. If You book in advance we can assure Your spot at the best Champagne houses. Tickets are extra charge. MOST POPULAR Option by Mercier: "Golden Bubbles" Experience including Underground Cellars visiting by train and Tasting with a sommelier of 3 tasting glasses Brut Mercier, Brut Réserve, Brut Rosé". MOST POPULAR Option by DeCastellane: English guided tour for max 10 people learning the process of Champagne making with 2 glasses of Champagne Brute Rose, Cure Commodore.

2 heures•Entrée non incluse

By Moet et Chandon we offer You English Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings in You book it several months in advance:

MOST POPULAR Option: "SIGNATURE" Experience, up to 15 people, 1,5 hours. Guided Cellars visit with tastings of 2 glasses of Champagne: Moët Imperial et Grand Vintage. ADVANCED Option: "Grand Vintage" Experience, up to 10 people, 1,5 hours. Guided Cellars visit with tastings

2 heures•Entrée non incluse

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Epernay. Our guide will make a restaurant recommendation.

13:00 Departure to village Hautvillers. It take less that 10 minutes.

1 heure•Entrée libre

13.10 - 13:45 Hautvillers Church and Viewpoint . Visit the Abbey's Church of Sindulphe of the Abbey Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers. It is a former Benedictine monastery. The Abbey was founded in 665 and remained active till the French Revolution 1789. Dom Perignon has developed the wine making methods in the region of Champagne. Nowadays there are 26 local Champagne producers in the village.

Stop at the View point with best Panoramic views over the vineyards and Marne river. 13:45 Departure to Reims. It takes 30 minutes (28 km).

35 minutes•Entrée libre

14:15 - 16:15 Veuve Clicquot or Taittinger visit. Tickets are extra charge. Veuve Clicquot Champagne house visit. Existing since 1772 Veuve Clicquot produces nowadays more that 22 million bottles per year. Guided tour though the cellars made by Veuve Clicquot staff gives You great insight into the history and Champagne production method. Tasting of 2 glasses of Champagne completes this experience.

By Veuve Clicquot we offer You English Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings: MOST POPULAR Option: "Rose Assemblage" Experience Guided Cellars visit with 2 glasses of Rosé et Brut Carte Jaune accompanied by a selection of cheese and charcuterie. ADVANCED Option: "Une Seule Qualite" Experience. 1,5 hours, Guided Cellars visit, Tastings 4 cuvées: Brut Carte Jaune, Extra Brut Extra Old, Vintage 2015 and Vintage Rosé 2015.

2 heures•Entrée non incluse

By Champagne Taittinger we offer You English Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings:

Option N 1 MOST POPULAR "Instin Rose": Champagne Taittinger Guided Cellars visit, 1 hour, with the tasting of the Brut Reserve and the Prestige Rosé. Option N 2 ADVANCED "Instin Gourmet": Guided Taittinger Cellars visit, max 14 people, 1,5 hours, the tasting of the iconic blends such as the Prestige Rosé and the Brut Millésime with a selection of canapes especially made to match our iconic blends. 16:30 Departure to Reims Cathedral. It takes 5 minutes (2 km).

2 heures•Entrée non incluse

16:40 - 17:10 Reims Cathedral visit where most of the French kings were crowned.

17:15 Departure to Paris. It takes 2,5 hours (144 km).

30 minutes•Entrée libre

20:00 Arrival in Paris. Drop off at Arch de Triumph Etoile.

0 minute•Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre