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Culinary Vacations in France and Europe

Culinary trips in Europe and especially culinary trips to France are the best way to discover authentic flavors, explore cultural traditions and enjoy unforgettable experiences. From Paris to Provence, from the Loire Valley to the Basque Country, every region of France and Europe reveals a unique gastronomy that combines history, landscapes and taste. With our cooking vacations in France and immersive European culinary tours, you can taste, cook and share the most iconic dishes while exploring charming destinations.

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    Culinary Trip Tour of the Bassin d'Arcachon

    A stroll around the Bay of Arcachon is the ideal stay to make in family. The tour of the Bassin d'Arcachon, composed mainly of bicycle paths and totally...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Bordeaux Available On Request. From 1995€
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    Culinary Trip Atlantic Coast, from La Rochelle to Bordeaux

    Discover the Atlantic Coast from La Rochelle to Bordeaux. Start in La Rochelle, the famous fortified port and continue on to Bordeaux, the capital of...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Bordeaux This tour starts any day of the year. From 2598€
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    Culinary Trip Atlantic Coast, from Nantes to La Rochelle

    Traveling along the Atlantic Coast on the Velodyssée, this bicycle path along the ocean makes for a pleasant trip. The route going from Nantes to La...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Atlantic Coast This tour starts any day of the year. From 2195€
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    Culinary Trip Atlantic Coast, from Arcachon to Biarritz

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    Through the Vélodyssée, the cycle path that runs along the Atlantic Ocean, set off to discover the southern part of this journey. You will ride through...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Basque Country This tour starts any day of the year. From 2723€
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    Culinary Trip Bordeaux and Dordogne

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    Beautiful chateaus, famous wines and terrific food : what more do you need to experience the real France ? This cycling tour starts in Bordeaux and then...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Bordeaux This tour starts any day of the year. From 2714€
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    Culinary Trip Bordeaux to Arcachon Cycling Tour

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    Discover the beautiful region of Aquitaine. This trip takes you by the nicest roads to the biggest towns and offers you the best views this region has...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Bordeaux This tour starts any day of the year. From 2513€
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    Culinary Trip Hiking in the Vercors Nature Park

    Embark on your self-guided walking adventure in Vercors : Discover the largest National Park in France on this walking tour. The Vercors stands as a...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Alps From May to October From 978€
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    Culinary Trip Provence Hiking Tour : Les Baux de Provence and Gordes

    This Provence Tour is perfect for those who want to experience the Provencal countryside on foot. From Les Baux de Provence to Gordes, named one of the...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Provence This tour starts any day of the year - except in July, August & September. From 1938€
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    Culinary Trip Walking Through Provence's Christmas Traditions

    This Santons de Provence holiday is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season and discover Provencal traditions...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Provence This tour is available from December 6th to 21st 2025. From 2248€
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    Culinary Trip Provence Bike & Canoe Tour

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    BEST TRIP OF 2009 - AWARDED BY NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ADVENTURE! This Provencemulti sport tour is a great way to discover Provence - and NOT like any other...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Provence This tour starts any day of the year. From 2128€
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    Culinary Trip Alps and French Riviera Walking Tour

    The famous Southern Alpine scenery and the coastal beauty... You will travel through time along paths between beautiful villages that are hundreds of...

    6 Days / 5 Nights French Riviera This tour starts From March to November From 1125€
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    Culinary Trip Walking in the Mediterranean Island - Porquerolles

    Swimming in the clear water of the Mediterranean Sea, sunbathing on the fine white sand, or walking under the shadow of the maritime pines... The...

    6 Days / 5 Nights French Riviera This tour starts from March to November From 1034€
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    Culinary Trip Provence Hiking - Hiking in the Turquoise Creeks of Cassis

    Dreaming of visiting the creeks of Cassis? If you like hiking, or simply breathtaking scenery, the creeks of Cassis promise you a total change of...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Provence This tour start February to June and From September to December From 709€
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    Culinary Trip Normandy Walking Tour : Deauville and Bayeux

    Normandy is a region of France famous the world over for its history, culture, and gastronomy. On this trip, you explore the 'flowery coast' between...

    6 Days / 5 Nights Normandy From April to October From 1078€
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    Culinary Trip Walking through Van Gogh's Provence

    Embark on your self-guided walking excursion through Provence : in the late 19th century, Van Gogh found himself here, painting, inspired by this...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Provence From March to June and from September to November From 1128€
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    Culinary Trip Hiking in the Gorges du Verdon

    The itinerary starts and ends in the picturesque medieval village of Castellane , nestled in the Alpine foothills of Haute Provence . The most famous...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Provence From May to October, July & August From 1162€
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    Culinary Trip Walk along the Wine trails of Provence - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

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    With its height of 1912 meters, Mont Ventoux is Provence's highest peak, also called "the Giant of Provence". It is a remarkable natural site...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Provence From March to October. From 1272€
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    Culinary Trip Dordogne and Sarlat Multisport - 6 nights

    The Dordogne Department of the Aquitaine Region, in the Black Perigord, and if you can get that, you will be delighted to visit Quercy. Nevermind the...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Dordogne This tour starts any day of the year From 2186€
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    Culinary Trip Dordogne Walking Tour - Lascaux and Prehistoric Caves

    Including the world capital of prehistory Les Eyzies, the Vézère River reveals all its wonders from Limeuil to Montignac-Lascaux: prehistoric caves,...

    6 Days / 5 Nights Dordogne This tour starts from March to November From 947€
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    Culinary Trip Normandy Walking Tour : Northern Cotentin coast & Mont Saint Michel Bay

    Normandy is famous the world over for its World War history and boasts a stunning coastline and pretty rural villages. You begin this trip in Bayeux and...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Normandy From April to October From 1595€
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    Culinary Trip Truffle Treasures of Provence

    Discover the beauty and flavors of the region during a unique stay centered on the Truffle Festival in Uzès. Start your adventure in Nîmes, where you...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Provence This tour is available from January 16th to 20th 2026 From 881€
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    Culinary Trip Loire Valley Walking Tour

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    Easy Loire Valley hiking trip to Chambord, Cheverny, Chaumont Sur Loire, Cheverny, Amboise and Chenonceaux ! The Loire Valley has seen many of France's...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Loire Valley This tour starts any day of the year. From 1919€
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    Culinary Trip Normandy Walking Tour: WWII sites

    Rich in both history and natural beauty, the area of this hiking tour is home to the Normandy landing Beaches and the Bayeux tapestry and several very...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Normandy This tour starts any day of the year. From 959€
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    Culinary Trip Languedoc Bike & Canoe Tour

    Discover sunny the Languedoc Department on another fabulous route that takes you off the beaten path - once again ! This is our playground - our office...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Languedoc This tour starts any day of the year. From 2586€
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    Culinary Trip Loire Valley Bike & Canoe Tour

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    The Loire Valley from a different point of view ! How many people see the Castle of Chenonceau from a canoe ?! You can on this trip; as well as...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Loire Valley This tour starts any day of the year. From 1591€
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    Culinary Trip Dordogne Walking Tour : Bergerac and Sarlat

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    How to resist to the charm of the Dordogne and Perigord region ! The Perigord is a land of chateaux, bastides, prehistoric sites, medieval fortresses,...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Dordogne This tour starts any day of the year. From 1809€
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    Culinary Trip Best of Champagne Deluxe

    Discover the elegance and exclusivity of a cycling break in the heart of Champagne, enhanced by stays in exceptional establishments. This refined...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Champagne This tour starts any day of the year. From 7160€
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    Culinary Trip Best of Champagne

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    This Champagne bike tour is based in the key cities of the famous wine region : Reims and Epernay ! This is your gateway to the vineyards of the region...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Champagne This tour starts any day of the year. From 1648€
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    Culinary Trip Burgundy : From Dijon to Beaune

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    This cycling tour is the perfect combination of Burgundy's most important treasured assets : wine and cuisine - or more artfully referred to as...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Burgundy This tour starts any day of the year. From 2175€
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    Culinary Trip Burgundy Wine Tour

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    Burgundy is one of the most famous wine countries in the world and this trip is your chance to visit some of the best names in Burgundy vineyards, such...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Burgundy This tour starts any day of the year. From 1807€
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    Culinary Trip Brittany Walking Tour

    At the border of Brittany and Normandy in France, the Bay of the Mont Saint Michel shelters one of the jewels of the western Christian art, the iconic...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Brittany This tour starts any day of the year. From 1237€
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    Culinary Trip Best Of Gironde

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    The tour of Gironde is a cycling trip that will allow you to discover Bordeaux, its great vineyards, the Gironde estuary, Blaye with its medieval city...

    8 Days / 7 Nights Bordeaux This tour starts any day of the year. From 2331€
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    Culinary Trip Burgundy : Beaune and Beyond

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    This bike tour is a short tour to experience the charming wine town of Beaune and the wines of Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune. The format accommodates...

    5 Days / 4 Nights Burgundy This tour starts any day of the year. From 1576€
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    Culinary Trip Alsace Hiking

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    Hiking in Alsace is a unique experience as you explore a part of the region that is nestled between the beautiful Vosges mountains in France and the...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Alsace This tour starts any day of the year. From 2028€
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    Culinary Trip The Most Beautiful Villages of France

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    Taking its start in Gaillac, this trip brings you to Albi, a recognized World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Along the way, you will discover at least 5...

    7 Days / 6 Nights Pyrenees This tour starts any day of the year. From 2285€
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Culinary trips in Europe and especially culinary trips to France are the best way to discover authentic flavors, explore cultural traditions and enjoy unforgettable experiences. From Paris to Provence, from the Loire Valley to the Basque Country, every region of France and Europe reveals a unique gastronomy that combines history, landscapes and taste. With our cooking vacations in France and immersive European culinary tours, you can taste, cook and share the most iconic dishes while exploring charming destinations.

Why choose a culinary vacation in France and Europe

France is a true paradise for food lovers. Each region has its own culinary traditions that reflect the terroir and the way of life. During our culinary vacations France, you will savor fresh baguettes and buttery croissants in Paris, refined wines in Bordeaux, seafood on the Atlantic Coast, and cheeses in Normandy or the Alps. Cooking classes, market visits and tastings turn your trip into a total immersion in French culture.

Our France food tours offer an intimate way to learn recipes, discover seasonal products and share meals with passionate chefs. These cooking holidays in France go beyond tasting. You will participate, cook and master new skills to bring home.

Highlights of European culinary tours

Exploring Europe through food is a journey into diversity. Our culinary trips to Europe reveal the richness of each destination. In Italy you will taste pasta and wines from Tuscany. In Spain, tapas and paella immerse you in Mediterranean life. In Portugal, seafood and Porto wines connect land and ocean. In the United Kingdom, pies and cheeses are part of tradition, while in Ireland local pubs offer authentic flavors. Switzerland delights with chocolates and Alpine fondues. Croatia and the Baltic States highlight fresh markets and seafood. Each stop offers more than food. It is history, landscapes and culture combined.

Regional specialties in France

Region Specialties
Burgundy Boeuf bourguignon, wines, escargots
Brittany Crêpes, cider, seafood
Alsace Choucroute, flammekueche, Riesling
Provence Ratatouille, olive oil, bouillabaisse
Loire Valley Goat cheeses, wines, tarte Tatin
Basque Country Pintxos, Espelette pepper, Basque cake
Dordogne Foie gras, truffles, duck confit
Champagne Champagne wines, biscuits roses

Cooking holidays and immersive experiences

Our cooking tours in Europe give you the chance to step into local kitchens. You will visit bustling markets, choose fresh ingredients and learn the secrets of traditional recipes. From cassoulet in Languedoc to confit de canard in the Dordogne, each dish tells a story. Cooking classes are practical, friendly and adapted for every level. You will leave with new skills and the confidence to recreate these meals at home.

In the Loire Valley, some programs include stays in private châteaux with classes in historic kitchens. In the French Riviera, Mediterranean cuisine brings freshness with vegetables, herbs and seafood. In Corsica, the combination of mountain and sea creates a unique gastronomy. Every experience highlights the authenticity of local products and the joy of sharing meals together.

Beyond the plate: culture and discovery

A culinary vacation Europe is not only about eating. It is about living. During your trip you will stroll through medieval towns, explore vineyards, visit prehistoric caves in France or admire castles along the Loire. Markets are cultural centers where you meet producers and learn traditions. Wine tastings in Burgundy or Champagne link gastronomy with centuries of history. Every day mixes flavors, landscapes and culture.

Plan your next gourmet journey

Whether you want a weekend in Normandy, a wine journey in Bordeaux, a seaside escape on the Atlantic Coast or a gourmet discovery in the Pyrenees, our culinary tours in Europe are created for passionate travelers. Our goal is to give you authentic experiences, with small groups, expert guides and moments of sharing. From casual meals in local bistros to refined dishes in Michelin-starred restaurants, each step of your journey is a celebration of gastronomy.

With our expertise you can enjoy culinary vacations Europe that blend food, wine, landscapes and history. Discover France and its neighbors through taste and tradition. Book your adventure and let every meal become a memory.