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Champagne, Cognac & Wines of France
Discover the wine capital of France on a journey that provides plenty of opportunities to toast the good times. Bordeaux is the world’s largest urban World Heritage Site and a city The Queen herself has called, “the very essence of elegance.” Imagine the romance, fashion, food, and architecture of Paris – remove the droves of tourists, and say hello to beautiful Bordeaux. Your journey winds from the local wine making traditions of St. Emilion to the legendary varietals of Cognac and onto the bubbly heritage of Champagne before concluding among the romantic streets of Paris.
Highlights
A château stay: Lay your head at Château de Courcelles where French literary figures Racine, La Fontaine, and Dumas once stayed.
A full-day Champagne Experience: Visit Dom Perignon’s tomb, tour the infamous Veuve Clicquot’s ‘maison de Champagne,’ and enjoy a Champagne tasting at a family estate.
Uncovering Cognac: Discover the difference between varietals, explore the viticulture, and unearth the impacts of different woods during distilment.
Bring on the Bordeaux: Enjoy a full-day exploration of St. Emilion, discovering its rich wine-making traditions and learning about the local varietals.
A comprehensive program, with overnights in three cities - St. Emilion, Reims, and Paris.
This is a must for wine lovers.
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Land Program Itineraries
- Pre-Voyage Itinerary
- Post-Voyage Itinerary