Wines of Eastern France

Wines of Eastern France

9 days – 8 nights

Paris, Vezelay, Dijon, Beaune, Colmar, Strasbourg, Eperney, Metz, Reims

Wine tasting, Cuisine, Discovery, Culture

This program may be operated for individual or for groups

This is a suggested itinerary – Please call us to customize

Day 1: Paris

Arrival at Paris airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Paris.

Day 2: Paris, Vezelay, Dijon

Start the day with stop at the town of Vezelay to visit the impressive Saint Madeleine Basilica, masterpiece of Burgundian Romanesque architecture, from where Richard the Lionheart departed for the 3rd crusade.

Another stop at Abbé de Fontenay – a Cistercian abbey and then stop for a wine tasting of the white wines of Chablis. Continue to Dijon, former ducal capital and now capital of Burgundy. Walking tour of the city upon arrival including the Ducal Palace and the church of Notre Dame. Overnight in Dijon. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Dijon: Stéphane Derbord (4.6)

Day 3: Dijon (Beaune)

Full day excursion to Beaune – the wine capital of Burgundy. Visit the Hotel Dieu, eloquent example of Flemish and flamboyant architecture. Then, return to Dijon with a stop en route at Nuits Saint Georges for a wine tasting. Overnight in Dijon. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Beaune: Le Caveau des Arches (4.4)

Day 4: Dijon, Colmar

There will be a long drive to Colmar via Belfort and then an afternoon city tour of Colmar to see the old city with its cobbled pedestrian malls and restored Alsatian-style buildings. Overnight in Colmar. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Colmar: La Table du Brocanteur (4.7)

Day 5: Colmar, Strasbourg

Start by exploring the oldest known wine route in the world - stop in Kayserberg, a charming little village, Requewihr the most visited Alsatian village reputed for its vineyards and Ribeauville for Wine tasting. Proceed to Kintzheim, visit the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg a stronghold housing middle-age collections and furniture. Overnight in Strasbourg. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Ribeauville: Au Relais des Ménétriers (4.7)

Day 6: Strasbourg

Half day tour of the city where the whole center is classified as a world heritage site. Visit the famous Cathedral, see the Palais Rohan, former residence of Bishop Princes. Stop at Petite France. Overnight in Strasbourg. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Strasbourg: S'Kae`chele (4.8)

Signature option: Guided river cruise to the Grand Ile

Declared a World Heritage Site in 1988, due to the exceptional architectural quality of all the buildings in this relatively small area, Grande Ile is the perfect example of a medieval city on the Rhine that has survived through the ages to become anchored in the contemporary era.

Day 7: Strasbourg, Metz

Leave Strasbourg for Metz to visit the medieval city and taste the wines of Alsace. The region is known for the Riesling, Pinot, Gewurztraminer and Muscat. Near Metz visit Domaine Chateau de Vaux a producer using biologic growing specializing in Moselle wines like Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. Continue to Metz to visit the old town, Gothic Metz Cathedral famed for its massive amount of stained glass windows Musée de la Cour d'Or displays artifacts from Roman to Renaissance times. The Centre Pompidou-Metz, with its undulating roof, exhibits contemporary. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Strasbourg: Le Petit Basque (4.7)

Day 8: Metz, Eperney, Reims

Departure for the Champagne area with a first stop at Eperney – the capital of Champagne wine. Wine tasting at Mumm, Moet et Chandon or some other world-famous cave and then proceed to Reims for a city tour covering a visit to Notre-Dame cathedral where the harmonious marriage of sculptural decoration with architecture has made this monument one of the masterpieces of Gothic art. Overnight in Reims. [B]

Recommended restaurant in Strasbourg: Le Petit Basque (4.7)

Day 9: Reims, USA

Depending on your flight schedule transfer to Paris airport (around 1:30 hours) to board your flight back to the USA. [B]

[B] = Breakfast

Tour includes

Private arrival and departure transfers
Assistance at airports
8 nights’ accommodation:
- Paris – 1 night
- Dijon – 2 nights
- Colmar – 1 night
- Strasbourg – 2 nights
- Metz – 1 night
- Reims – 1 night
Visits of
- Saint Madeleine Basilica in Vezelay
- Abbé de Fontenay
- Dijon Ducal Palace and Notre Dame
- Hotel Dieu in Beaune
- Colmar
- Kayserberg
- Requewihr
- Old Town Strasbourg
- Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle
- Church in Strasbourg
- Notre Dame Reims
Wine tastings in:
- Chablis white wines
- Nuits St. George in Dijon
- Ribeauville in Alsace
- Champagne in Eperney
English speaking driver guide for individuals and families or courier guide for groups
Transport for A/C vehicle
Entrance fees for all sites visited
Hotel taxes
Porterage at airport and hotels

Optional Inclusions
International or Domestic airfares
Any taxes and surcharges relating to airfares
Lunches and dinners
Travel insurance
Wi-Fi at hotels

Not included in tour

Optional tours and activities
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Other meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Extras and gratuities
Early check-in, late check-out (Most hotels begin check-in around 2:00pm).
Expenses of personal nature
Any service not specifically listed under "included"

Hotels

Category	Hotel Name	Tripadvisor
Superior Tourist
Paris	Albe Hotel St. Michel	4.5
Dijon	Hotel des Ducs	4
Colmar	Colmar Hotel	4.5
Strasbourg	Catedrale	4
Metz	Residhome Metz Lorraine	3.5
Reims	Grand Hotel Continental	3.5
First Class
Paris	La Regence Etoile	4.5
Dijon	Vertigo	4
Colmar	Le Marechal	4
Strasbourg	La Maison Rouge	4
Metz	De la Citadelle by Sofitel	5
Reims	Novotel Suites	4
Deluxe
Paris	Hotel d'Aubusson	4.5
Dijon	Grand Hotel La Cloche	4.5
Colmar	La Maison des Tetes	4.5
Strasbourg	Regent Petite France	4.5
Metz	La Grange De Condé	4
Reims	La Villa Eugene	4.5

Prices

These programs can be customized for individuals and groups.

Changes to this program may be requested by phone (1855-55-TOURS) or using the web FIT Quote Request

Airfare
- We also be glad to add the necessary airfare from your gateway so you take advantage of our special discounted leisure fares

Program
- You may add or remove;
- Trip days
- Cities and sites
- Meals

Other options
- The program was designed with private services, however, we may substitute shared sightseeing where available
- If you prefer deluxe services we may operate this program including private driver, private guide and concierge service.

Quotation
- Once we have designed the program the way you want we'll give you a quote within 2 business days.

Tour Code: FR02PAR20VT

Options

Lunches and dinners can be arranged for individuals, families and groups at top restaurants or any restaurant requested by you.

We can revise the itinerary to spend more time and provide more depth in those areas that you are interested on.

Any other changes to the itinerary will be accommodated depending on the facilities available in the area.

Group Quotations

If you wish to use these programs for your group or as the basis for a customized journey please either call us (1-855-55-TOURS or use the web Group Quote Request.

In either case our specialists will work with to refine all the details and they will get you a quote with 2 business days.

Quotes may be obtained for the air and land portions of just for the lad journey.
Booking both air and land with us will represent savings for you because of our buying power and longtime relationship with the airlines.
We will also may have the choice between regular fares and special leisure fares not available to the public.

Wines of Eastern France

Wines of Eastern France

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