Cooking courses. Wine tours. Culinary adventures.
Designed for people who love and appreciate fine wine and food,
Gourmet On Tour offers the ultimate in gourmet holidays.
Choose from over 80 cooking courses and wine tours in Italy, France, Spain, UK, Morocco, Asia and the US.
You will discover the joys of cooking, using the finest local ingredients and learning the secrets of local dishes. Through hands-on instruction, trips, tours and tastings, we will inspire you and provide you with the skills and knowledge to cook creatively when you return home.
Whether you are joining us for a half a day, a weekend or a week, we can arrange unique encounters most travellers couldn’t have on their own – from private cooking classes to access of exclusive wine cellars.
Our goal is to create one-of-a-kind experiences for foodies who want to see the world a little differently. And there is always enough time to explore the area, watch the world go by over a glass of wine in the town square or explore the area...
Starting at 600 Euro Per Person
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Canal & River Cruises in France by France Cruises
We are your one-stop-shop travel experts, offering professional advice on canal and river cruising as well as vacation packages throughout France.
France Cruises has an exquisite collection of more than 40 canal barges sailing the historic waterways of France. From purpose-built to immaculately restored vessels, we have the right barge to complement your tranquil French retreat in any region of this highly-sought vacation destination without compromising comfort or style.
The France Cruises Difference hinges upon unparalleled service and attention to customer requests. In addition to helping you select the right barge, or booking you on the barge of your choice, we can assist in arranging car rentals, train tickets, and unique pre- and post-cruise stays to name a few. In short, whatever you've dreamed a French adventure could be is our pleasure to make a reality.
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Starting at US $2,500 Per Person
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Cruise the canals and rivers of South West France
Cruisebarge 'easyvie' is British owned and operated offering complete comfort in peaceful and tranquil surroundings on the canals and rivers of South West France. All cabins are ensuite and single occupancy is available at no extra cost, max 6 Guests
'easyvie' is a 30m (100 feet) Cruisebarge with 3 twin cabins and 1 double cabin, all ensuite. A large saloon seats 6 in comfort and is complemented by British satellite television (available in all ports visited) and a superior sound system. All Guests are welcome in the fully equipped galley to help themselves to refreshments at any time if they are not being served. The sun deck covers all the forward end and is ideally suited to while away the cruise in comfortable loungers. Breakfast and lunch is generally served on the sun deck under the parasols which cover all the sun deck. Whilst cruising, Guests are welcome to visit the wheelhouse, especially on the rivers Tarn and Garonne, where they might like to try their hand at steering this b...
Starting at 7,500 Euro Per Week
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Paris Hotels
Paris hotels classified by district by landmark and by price
Attractions in Paris . There is much to see and do in Paris you'll wish you had more time. The Eiffel Tower looms above the city offering spectacular views. Musee d’ Orsay has collections of art from Van Gogh and Monet. Search out famous people buried at the Pere Lachise Cemetery. Notre Dame Cathedral, completed in 1250, is a beautiful architecture masterpiece of towers, stained glass and historic sculptures.
Paris offers the traveler hundreds of hotel choices, from luxury class hotels to charming historic inns to basics-only budget accommodations.
There are hotels located in every neighborhood, so a good place to start is to determine in which part of Paris you wish to stay.
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Starting at 55 Euro Per Night
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Burgundy On A Plate-Wine & Gastronomy in Burgundy
Exclusive wine & gastronomy tours in the Heart of Burgundy. Experience the real Burgundy off the tourist route with private tastings in small family owned cellars, meeting the locals & enjoying the best wine & local cuisine that Burgundy has to offer
Burgundy on a Plate offers wine tasting and gastronomy tours from one day to one week - it's up to you!
As an example, this is the itinerary for our 5 night, six day Heart of Burgundy tour. Apart from the tour described below, we offer a range of one day tours from 185 euros which you can view on our Burgundy on a Plate website on the one day tour page.
Heart of Burgundy Tour
Day 1 - Arrival day will include an introduction to wine tasting in Burgundy before a great first night dinner in an exceptional location. Day 2 takes us off to the medieval village of Flavigny sur Ozeraine where ‘Chocolat’ was filmed. We taste local bonbons and some wines from the Auxerrois. Lunch is in a Ferme Auberge run by a group of...
Starting at 2,375 Euro Per Person
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RealAdventures | Beaune, France Wine Tasting | France Wine Tasting | France Vacations | Wine Tasting | Beaune, France |
Camp Biche the Luxury Fitness Bootcamp
Luxury weight-loss bootcamp - nurturing, individualized attention to client needs with challenging daily hikes through the French countryside, personal coaching, luxury accommodations, gourmet cuisine, daily massages, yoga, weight training, pool.
Camp Biche is located in the center of the beautiful and protected medieval hill village of Lauzerte, France -- officially designated as "One of the Most Beautiful Villages in France." Our facility is a thirteenth-century palais that once belonged to the Knights Templar. Lauzerte is one of the stopping points on the St. Jacques de Compostelle Trail -- a World Heritage Site. We are near Chateau Bonaguil; Rocamadour; St. Cirq Lapopie; Cahors; Chateau Biron; and Moissac.
Imposing grand hall and dining room, with giant fireplace and French doors that open out to the terrace and swimming pool, with a spectacular view of the rural countryside; six client bedrooms; 2 massage treatment rooms; exercise and yoga hall. The main square of th...
Starting at US $4,250 Per Week
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Domaine de Palejay
A self catering apartment in Provence, close to Avignon, and the Pontt du Gard. The owners are an Anglo/French couple, who are wine-producers.
We are located at the junction of the A9 (motorway to Spain, 10 minutes to an entrance) and the A7 (motorway to Italy, 20 minutes to an entrance). The Rhone valley, an area rich in culture and traditions, attracts millions of visitors each year. Our village is at the centre of a triangle: Avignon (10 mins), Nimes (20 mins), Orange (20 mins). The Pont du Gard is 15 minutes away. This part of France has sunshine for 300 days of the year and very low rainfall.
Main DescriptionThe owners of the above project are an Anglo-French couple and have lived in France since 1987 and have been involved in viticulture since 1984. The property in which the apartment is situated dates from at least the 17th century, has vaulted ceilings. The main econo...
Starting at 300 Euro Per Week
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Get away relax; enjoy, sun, food, peace & quite
25 km from ‘La Cite’ at Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi, relax in a beautifully renovated house part of a 15th century chateau, 4 beautiful bedrooms, in the heart of a black mountain village, visit; stunning scenery, historic Cather castles etc
Just a few minutes away from Chez Providence, visit the magnificent 4 Cathar Castles of Lastours, with it's 'Sonet Lumière' spectaculars; The Cascade de Cupservies 90m (one of the longest drop waterfall in Europe), The Grotto de Limousis and The amazing underground safari of the Gouffre Geant de Cabrespine (a gorge inside a mountain deep enough to hold the Eiffel Tower), The medieval village of Hautpoul with its small ruined chateaux is one of the places where, according to legend, the treasure of Sion was temporarily hidden. and chateaux de Saissac with its panoramic views over the plains of Carcassonne and its picturesque village church, the last working paper mill at Brousse and at Revel a "must" to visit the market, not to mention " ...
Starting at 55 Euro Per Night
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18th Century Huchepie manor organic B&B
Set amidst gentle hillsides, two large suites with private baths and exquisite views on the valley.
20 miles from Blois, Huchepie manor organic b&b is ideally located to visit the Loire Valley châteaux and the historical France heartland.
Built in Gallo-Roman times, upon a hill, crisscrossed by the river Loir, Vendôme became a Duchy in 1515 by the will of Francis I .Antoine of Bourbon first Duke of Vendôme was to be the father of the future king of France: Henry IV, who started the Royal Bourbon dinasty. The present King of Spain is related to this family. Nowadays a town of 25 000 inhabitants, Vendôme has done well to maintain its historical gardens and architecture.Take a Rowboat on the river Loir, or use a horse driven carriage to discover at a quiet pace a most beautiful town. During the summer season, free enjoyable open air concerts take place in the cloister of the Trinity Abbey.
The 18th century Huchepie Manor, once owned by the knights of the hospital is bui...
Starting at 75 Euro Per Night/Room
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Two bedroomed cottage in the Vendee, France
Located between the Marais Poitevin known as the Green Venice and the forest, not far from La Rochelle, our gite, very comfortable for 4 persons or 4 adults and 2 children, is located in the peaceful setting of a small south Vendée Hamlet.
The cottage is situated in the quiet and hilly village of Saint Michel le Cloucq, above Fontenay le Comte, in a peaceful street.
The village is on the edge of the forest with many places for walking and cycling.
Only 50 km from the renowned sailing part and beautiful city of La Rochelle and the beaches of the Atlantic. The islands of Ré, Aix or Oléron are just off the coast.
Few kilometers away there is Le Marais Poitevin, also known as the Green Venice, with its green canals for idyllic boating and fishing.
The river Vendee ideal for fishing is less than 5 km away.
Approx an hour away is Futuroscope, the science and technology theme park near Poitiers.
The Puy du Fou historic theme park with its day attr...
Starting at 295 Euro Per Week
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Cycle The Valleys of South West France
The destination is one thing. Discovering it by bike is everything. Self-guided cycling tours in the Lot and Dordogne operated personally by the owners. Suitable for all levels of cyclist. A trip that will not be forgotten. Exceptional value.
Self-guided cycling tours in glorious south-west France.We offer a number of different tours in the region, a benefit of living and operating in the region. We can also arrange customized tours. Just let us know what you want your trip to incorporate.Our tours are based around the Dordogne and Lot rivers.Two of the most beautiful rivers in all of France.The tours are aimed at the competent cyclist who will appreciate all that this wonderful region has to offer.The terrain is moderately hilly with a surprise around every corner.Travel at your own pace.Simply enjoy.
Each day is a joy.An experience.Wake at our personally selected hotels,after breakfast you're on your way.Cycle through spectacular countryside.Enjoy lunch along the way.Mayb...
Starting at US $1,250 Per Trip
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Bike Tours in France with In Situ Travel
Challenging Cycling Tours Designed By Cyclists, For Cyclists. We cater to the avid bike rider who wants to explore some of best routes in Europe.
Ride Like a Pro ...
Ever dreamed of riding Alpe d’Huez, Mont Ventoux or the Col du Galibier? Join us to tackle some of the best and most challenging bike routes around. Whether you’re putting in base miles for your upcoming season, training for your next century or are just looking for a challenging and scenic cycling vacation, our bike tours are a good match for you. And just because you want to ride like a pro, doesn’t mean you have to be one to enjoy our trips. All routes are accompanied with a support vehicle.
... and Live Like a Local
We know how important riding is to you. We also know that immersing yourself in the local area can hold great rewards too. On our cycling trips we stay in small, private inns th...
Starting at US $2,390 Per Person
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GPS guided bike tour in spectacular Provence.
GPS self guided tours in the beautiful Luberon Regional Park, Provence. Flexible tours suitable for all levels with rides selected from our directory. From 2 nights, stay in our top rated B&B, dinners, new hybrid bikes, GPS, backup. SAVE UP TO €120
We offer GPS guided tours in the beautiful Luberon Regional Park in Provence, Southern France. The area has spectacular countryside, quiet backroads and centuries old stone hill-top villages, all of which make for some of the best cycling you' ll ever do.
Tour Dates: Our tours start from two nights and begin any day of the week from April to the end of October.
SAVE up to 120 euros* on bookings made before 31 May 2011.
We think we are different to other tours for a few reasons:
1 - GPS based - You choose the rides that you want to do from the 40+rides we have in our paper based Ride Directory. You then select them on your Garmin GPS and off you go. The GPS has a colour display & is easy to use and follo...
Starting at 270 Euro Per Person
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Great House with Stunning View Close to Everythin
Our house is ideally located between the Sea and Ski resorts. All this and a lot more can be reached within 20-50 minutes. It will accommodate a family of 8-10(max13), but is also perfect for 3-4 couples coming together, and is cozy enough for just 2
Our house stands up the hill over viewing a charming market town of Prades. The road from Perpignan is lined with apple, peach and apricot orchards that start blossoming in March - that's a view! The town centre, a 10-minute stroll, has a lot of restaurants - well worth visiting - and all the necessary shops, banks and ATMs, 2 very good supermarkets and one organic supermarket, selling a huge variety of whole foods and local organic wine. There is a large municipal swimming pool and tennis courts in town.Prades is an activity heaven all year round. Skiing (December-March) - at 5 or 6 Pyrenean resorts (low cost, great quality) that could be reached in 40 min but you can also enjoy it at Col de Jau, the smallest skiing resort in Europe in 15 ...
Starting at 80 Euro Per Night
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Vintage VW Camper Van Rentals
Belle-vie offers vintage VW camper hire in the South West of France, we are based near Bordeaux. We also tailor your holiday to suit providing equipment hire, surf lessons, yoga retreats, posh glamping, spa B&B holidays, airport transfers.
We offer vintage camper van hire, come and explore the south west of France and even Spain in your very own vintage camper van, never having to worry about finding a hotel or a restaurant on the trip! Learn to surf, we can provide you with equipment and lessons, enjoy a yoga retreat with one of our qualified instructors, go biking, we can provide you with hire bikes and a self guided tour, finally take a leisurely end to your holiday by staying in a luxury spa B&B once you drop off the van, giving you time to relax before your transfer to the airport.
Vintage camper vans - splitscreen, bay window, Westfalia. Equipment hire - surf boards, bikes, optional extras for the vans.
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Starting at 90 Euro Per Night
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B&B Romantic Stay Near Saint Paul de Vence
The B&B located in Vence, nestled between sea and mountains (in a dead-end street), ten minutes walk from the historic center of Vence. 3 bedrooms with private bathroom and WC, swimming pool and private parking. Rates depending on room type & season
The bed and breakfast guest house inn is located in Vence, Provence, Southern France, nestled between sea and mountains, only a ten minute walk from the Matisse Chapel and 5 minutes from the historic center of Vence.Visitors are welcome all year (except from nov 12 to dec 20) in a peaceful bower and exceptional setting with the unbeatable open view on the mountain of Vence and the "Baou des Blancs". Nice garden, swimming pool (4 X 8 meters) and private parking
Three double rooms each equipped in different styles with private bathrooms and toilets. Nice swimming pool (4 X 8 meters) with summer chairs. Private parking.
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Starting at 75 Euro Per Night/Room
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