VACATION HIGHLIGHTS
Please note:
Tour inclusions can change depending upon
seasonality and weather conditions.
•6 Nights Boutique Accommodations
•Parisian Breakfast Each Morning
•Food Market Tour & Cooking Class w/Lunch
•Hands-On French Pastry or Baking Class
•Scenic Seine River Dinner Cruise
•Hands-on Cooking Class/Dinner with Wine
•Culinary & Historical Walking Tour
While our tours are designed as soft adventure experiences, walking, climbing stairs,
and in rare cases mild hiking may be required. If you have mobility issues, you should
speak with one of our culinary travel specialists to determine if this tour is
appropriate for your situation.
AVAILABLE DATES
This tour starts on Sunday and ends on Saturday. Available group dates are November 19 - 25, 2023; March 17 - 23, 2024; April 14 - 20, 2024; June 2 - 8, 2024; September 15 - 21, 2024; October 20 - 26, 2024; November 24 - 30, 2024. Alternate weeks for private tours may be available throughout the year. Just submit inquiry for your preferred dates and number of people.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Please note: Actual itineraries are subject to change due to seasonality.
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Day 1
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Arrival and Check-In
Welcome to Paris. Arrive at your leisure, and plan to spend your afternoon shopping along the Champs-Elysées or exploring the quaint neighborhoods. Hôtel Du Bois is a charming hotel, located in the center of Paris, which puts everything at your doorstep. Situated in a quiet pedestrian street just a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the Hotel du Bois offers easy access to the world-famous Eiffel Tower, the prestigious Champs-Elysées for shopping and the Louvre Museum, to name but a few nearby landmarks.
Day 2
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a delicious continental breakfast buffet each morning. Croissants, baguette, cold meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, yogurts and a selection of hot drinks and juices are all on the menu. If you prefer extra privacy, you can also enjoy your breakfast in your room at no extra charge.
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French Croissant Class
For those that are purveyors of France's famous pastries, this will be a perfect experience for your Paris visit. Whether an experienced baker, or a complete novice, this class welcomes all levels of experience. Taught in English in the heart of Paris, you will enjoy learning some of the most classical of French pastry recipes, options ranging from the exciting and colorful Macarons to the famous Croissant. From start to finish, you will learn the techniques of some of France's famous pastries, and of course finish off every experience with eating the fruits of your hard labor! You'll even take home your classic French pastry recipes, along with a box of these special treats to enjoy later.
Day 3
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a delicious continental breakfast buffet each morning. Croissants, baguette, cold meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, yogurts and a selection of hot drinks and juices are all on the menu. If you prefer extra privacy, you can also enjoy your breakfast in your room at no extra charge.
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An Afternoon Free to Explore
Spend the day exploring the many historic sites of Paris during your free time. Today is on your own to create an itinerary that suits your own preferences. Visit Notre Dame or the Louvre, or simply stroll and shop along the famous Champs-Élysées. If you need recommendations, just ask your culinary travel specialist to provide some creative ideas.
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Scenic Seine River Dinner Cruise
A highlight of your Paris visit, your Seine River Dinner Cruise showcases a splendid panorama of live musical entertainment, refined cuisine, and delicate and attentive service. Board at the foot of the Eiffel Tower for a host of sensations on the finest thoroughfare in Paris - the Seine. The glass-encased restaurant has an all-inclusive menu, where dishes are made from fresh products selected each morning and cooked to order, served with fabulous wines.
Day 4
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a delicious continental breakfast buffet each morning. Croissants, baguette, cold meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, yogurts and a selection of hot drinks and juices are all on the menu. If you prefer extra privacy, you can also enjoy your breakfast in your room at no extra charge.
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Flavors of Paris Cultural & Culinary Walking Tour
You’ll stroll around the Latin quarter of Paris and visit local shops, markets and cafés sampling the finest in French fare, from the simplest crisp-crusted baguettes and velvety chocolates to exquisite olive oils, and (of course!) memorable variations on the age-old theme of great wine and fabulous cheeses. At each stop, you’ll be both fascinate and delighted with what you’re tasting, as your guide shares wonderful stories about the local cuisine and lively historical anecdotes about the quarter’s restaurants, cafés and points of interest. Tours vary depending upon the season.
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Tasting Paris Your Own Way
This evening take advantage of your free time to explore the Paris dining scene. In the mood for gourmet? Then make a full evening of it, and don't forget to make reservations. But some of the most enjoyable gastronomical experiences can be had by patronizing the street vendors, or discovering a hidden wine bar for a tasting, accompanied by a plate of charcuterie or cheeses. This evening is on your own, so do it right…and do it your way!
Day 5
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a delicious continental breakfast buffet each morning. Croissants, baguette, cold meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, yogurts and a selection of hot drinks and juices are all on the menu. If you prefer extra privacy, you can also enjoy your breakfast in your room at no extra charge.
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Hands On Cooking Class | Gourmet Dinner and Wine
If you’ve ever sat down to a meal and wished you could recreate it at home, this gourmet soirée might just be the thing. In a mélange of gastronomy and technique, your chef will guide you from the essential mise-en-place through to the preparation, and onward to the plating and presentation of the final dishes. After all your hard work, you’ll sit down with your fellow classmates to enjoy the fruits of your labors (with wine!) in the dining area overlooking Notre Dame and La Seine.
Day 6
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a full buffet breakfast that is included every morning in a bright breakfast room or on the terrace. You will find a variety of breads, croissants, yogurts, cheese, cereals, juices, coffee, tea and much more. An early morning petit déjeuner is a great way to start your culinary adventures in Paris.
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Food Market Tour & Cooking Class | Gourmet Lunch & Wine
Visit an open-air food market in a nearby Parisian neighborhood where your guide/chef will explain the different types of produce and ingredients available for your gourmet lunch. Back at the cooking school, you will learn to prepare a fabulous lunch – a four-course meal with two wines and a local host, who will share surprising tales of how the food you’ve prepared relates to the local culture, making this a truly special adventure.
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Tasting Paris Your Own Way
This evening take advantage of your free time to explore the Paris dining scene. In the mood for gourmet? Then make a full evening of it, and don't forget to make reservations. But some of the most enjoyable gastronomical experiences can be had by patronizing the street vendors, or discovering a hidden wine bar for a tasting, accompanied by a plate of charcuterie or cheeses. This evening is on your own, so do it right…and do it your way!
Day 7
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European Breakfast Buffet
You will enjoy a full buffet breakfast that is included every morning in a bright breakfast room or on the terrace. You will find a variety of breads, croissants, yogurts, cheese, cereals, juices, coffee, tea and much more. An early morning petit déjeuner is a great way to start your culinary adventures in Paris.
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Check-Out and Departure
Time flies when you’re having so much fun, but alas…it is time to check out and depart this delicious, “Edible Destination.” The hotel can assist with, or suggest the easiest transfers back to the airport, or you may wish to explore other exciting locations within France. We hope you have enjoyed your visit, and until next time...Au revoir!