France · WINE TOURS
The 15 best wine tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it actually suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Watch Moulin Rouge Féerie with half a bottle of Champagne. Iconic Paris cabaret at the Moulin Rouge, small group, about 2 hours.
“The show was amazing, the costumes were incredible and the acts were mind blowing. Amazing experience and well worth going.”
3.5-hour Montmartre or Notre Dame small-group Paris tasting with 10 local dishes, macarons, bread, cheese, charcuterie, and wine pairings.
“Absolutely fabulous way to see and eat your way through Paris! Matthew was so informative and friendly and quite a historian. Would recommend this tour to all. Met us with a bag of warm croissants- the best I've ever had!”
Day trip from Paris to Loire Valley castles, with UNESCO stops at Chambord and Chenonceau plus included wine tasting and coach transport.
“Visit to Chambord (largest castle but limited furnishings) Chenonceau (was beautifully appointed + family owned business) which included a wine tasting. This is a place to go back for a longer visit. There is a stop in Blois for lunch. Be prepared for a long drive (6 hrs return). Good exposure but cursory visit to each site.”
Skip the ticket desk at Cité du Vin. Explore 18 wine exhibits with a digital guide, then view Bordeaux from the 8th floor and taste a glass.
“It was very nice, interactive, wine choices are very good. You want to come here before you go on your wine tours.”
Bordeaux Garonne river cruise with 360 rooftop views, expert French and English guide, open bar, wine, and a canelé in 90 minutes.
“It was nice viewing the left bank from the river and a bit of history. Boat was clean and well maintained.”
A small-group Montmartre food and wine tasting walk with stops for cheeses, cured meats, sweets, and wine, ending at Sacré-Cœur.
“Absolutely brilliant experience with Julie. So knowledgable, funny and passionate about food! We had a brilliant 3.5 hours with her”
Taste Montmartre on a 3-hour walk with cheese, wine, pastries and homemade chocolate, plus Sacré Coeur views and Place du Tertre charm.
“Fantastic experience!!! The guide was very knowledgeable, kind and sweet! I have enjoyed every minute! We’ve been to many places in Monmarte, learnt more about French history, architecture, wines and the French way of living!!”
See the hi-tech cabaret L’Oiseau Paradis at historic Paradis Latin, with optional champagne, English guidance, and big energy for 90-105 minutes.
“Not great Art great fun. We left on a high. Thoroughly recommended to make your Paris trip formidable !”
Loire Valley in one day from Paris: skip-the-line Chambord and Chenonceau, Blois lunch time, plus a complimentary wine tasting.
“It was a great experience from start to finish. Our guides Emma and Jamina were amazing and super sweet and great storytellers! Overall a super experience!”
Glass-enclosed Seine dinner cruise in Paris with a 3-course French meal, Champagne, and night views of Eiffel Tower.
“This was such an incredible experience. Our waiter informed us to go see the Eiffel Tower with a better view at the back of the boat. The food was also incredible, the beef and crème brûlée specifically. We were gifted 2 glasses of champagne. The entertainment, a singer, was so fun. This whole experience is something I’d recommend to all my friends.”
Saint-Émilion from Bordeaux with a Grand Cru Classé tasting, guided medieval village walk, and a French aperitif of cheese, cured meats, and chocolate.
“The trip to the Vineyard was best and Marion was a brilliant guide. Option for older tourists to sit out some of the steeper parts of town tour”
Private Seine cruise in Paris with French champagne, sweet surprises, and views of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, and bridges.
“Our guide was Fabulous.It was about to rain so they waited for 30 minutes till passed so we could enjoy our experience. Very thoughtful”
Champagne day trip from Paris with 8 tastings, two different Champagne producers, and a classic French lunch paired with bubbly.
“excellent! Frank was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Vinyards we visited were all great and champaign was excellent! Only 4 of us, and all spoke English. Was a great day....except for the Paris traffic upon return, bug not Franks fault...just very busy and protests held up traffic.”
Half-day Bordeaux wine tasting in a small group van, choose Medoc or Saint-Emilion, visit a classified chateau, taste wines and snacks.
“Our tour guide Nina was amazing, couldn't be more helpful and very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend the experience to anyone”
Champagne, a Seine cruise, and the Moulin Rouge can-can in one smooth Paris night out with flexible next-day river views.
“The show is fantastic. The cruise is On your own, in the next days.”
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