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Exceptional journey - Paris & Lyon - Cities of light and french gastronomy
Available all year long Subject to availability. From 2 to 20 pax maximum
Ask us for a quote : support@france-privatetravels.com
Your program
DAY 1: Paris and its monuments
MORNING - Transfer train station / airport to your hotel. Installation at the hotel and welcome by your guide.
Free lunch under the guidance of your guide.
AFTERNOON - Paris over the ages (4 hours)
By following the course of the Seine with your Guide and your private “chauffeur”, discover the monuments that make the world famous Paris. Along the river, you can get acquainted with the rich and eventful history of Paris, and enjoy the most beautiful perspectives on the French capital.
From the Ile de la Cité, follow the thread of the water like the wire of the centuries of the history of Paris: from Notre-Dame to the Palace of Justice, from the Louvre to the Concorde, the Small and Grand Palais to the Eiffel Tower.
Dinner at leisure and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2: Le Marais ( 4th district of PARIS)
MORNING - The Polaroid Maris street art (2h)
A colorful visit designed to amaze the eyes! Your guide will take you to the heart of the Marais, to discover the Street Art works that line the streets of this eclectic district, combining tradition and modernity. A true dive into the Parisian underground milieu during which you will learn all about the most famous Streets-artists of the city, their approach and their technique. An original visit that will allow you to immerse yourself in the Paris of today. Play also the artists: My Beautiful Paris will put you at the disposal of Polaroids with a set of 10 instant photos so that you can leave with a memory of the works which you preferred!
AFTERNOON – Craftsmen of The Marais (3h)
In the middle of the Marais, between small streets, passages and small courtyards, discover the crafts that still make the heart of this lively district of Paris beat. Far from the hustle and bustle of big retailers and big arteries, go meet four craftsmen. Passion, original creations, know-how, discover and learn more about their sometimes surprising professions.
Transfer back and forth to get to the Marais.
Free lunch under the guidance of your guide.
Return to the hotel at the end of the afternoon.
Dinner at leisure or ask us for a Cabaret night (Moulin Rouge , Lido, or original restaurant as Parisian Bistrots we can recommend)
DAY 3: Paris Wine and Gastronomy
MORNING - Small Praise of Pastry (3h)
Discover the French pastry, world famous and recognized symbols of French gastronomy. From bakery to pastry, your guide will tell you not only the history of cakes, chocolate and other sweet dishes that make the reputation of the French pastry, but it will also show you how this history of gastronomy intertwines with delight to the History of France: his Kings, Emperors, rulers, his Revolution, his people. Who would have believed it ? Croissants and macaroons will allow you to meet Marie-Antoinette, Napoleon but also France today!
Lunch in a gourmet restaurant.
AFTERNOON - Little Wine History (2 hours)
Introduce yourself to oenology during this unique tasting experience in one of our wine cellars. This is the opportunity for two hours to discover 5 wines from our French regions. Our sommelier will tackle a variety of themes to discover wine in all its facets and expand your knowledge of oenology. How to taste a wine properly, what are the varietals you like the most? You will have the opportunity to chat about everything, not just tasting. From the terroir, food and wine pairings, winemaking techniques, to understand what are the specificities of our major wine-growing regions, the difference between the cellars and the wine bars ... As well as useful tips to buy your own wine trust. Of course, one could not speak of a food union without having the opportunity to put it into practice with charcuterie and cheese.
Transfer back and forth to get you from your activities.
Return to the hotel at the end of the afternoon.
Dinner at leisure
DAY 4: Departure of Paris and arrival in Lyon – Visit of old Lyon city
After breakfast, transfer train station Paris Gare de Lyon to go to Lyon another city of light in France, temple of Gastronomy by Paul Bocuse.(2 hours of Train)
At your arrival , you are welcomed by your driver guide
- Private transfer to a typical Bouchon Lyonnais.
Discovery of the dishes from Lyon in this traditional restaurant with a Meilleur Ouvrier de France for chef.
- Private guided tour of Vieux-Lyon to Fourvière
The esplanade of Fourvière offers a magnificent uninterrupted view of Lyon. The basilica of Notre Dame, built at the end of the 19th century, is a real eyecatcher.Don’t walk by without taking a look inside, because the interior is just as remarkable as the outside. Your walk then takes you down towards Old Lyon, either through the Rosaire gardens or via the Roman theatres. Do not forget that Lugdunum was founded on the hill of Fourvière in 43 BC. At the bottom of the hill, the Renaissance town stretches out along the banks of the river Saône. Walk through a few of the narrow streets and the squares and delve into the "traboules" to discover hidden courtyards, galleries and wells...
- Installation in your hotel 4 **** Hotel de Fourvière
Ideally located on the top of the Roman amphitheaters, close to the Basilica, the Fourvière Hotel reinvents the former convent of the Visitation built by Bossan in 1854 to make you live in Lyon a unique hotel experience.
- Spa access
A well-being area "Fourvière Les Bains" articulated outside, with 25m heated swim lane, and inside with steam room, spa, ice fountain and thematic showers.
- Dinner cruise along the Rhône of the Saône
(Transfer included)
Day 5 : Lyon gastronomy and traditions
- Breakfast
- Late morning: Private transfer to “ Halles Paul Bocuse “
True temple of gastronomy from Lyon where you will discover with your guide a succession of smells, flavors and colors ...
- Tasting lunch at the counter:
Aperitif: Oysters and Champagne
Mâchon Lyonnais: standing snack: cold cuts of delicateness, raw vegetables, cheeses, brioche with pralines accompanied by wine
- Transfer to a Silk workshop
History of Silk in Lyon - Silk Printing Demonstration ..
- Transfer to the Beaujolais wine region
Known all over the world for its vineyards, the Pays Beaujolais attracts not only wine lovers, but also invites to discover charming villages with golden stones.
- Installation at the Château de Pizay 4 ****
Surrounded by 80 hectares of forest and vineyards, Château de Pizay is located in Beaujolais. Dating back to the 11th century, its 4-star rooms and suites overlook a French-style garden, a heated outdoor pool, vineyard or castle.
- Spa access and wellness center
Château de Pizay is renowned for its award-winning 1000 m² spa. It offers a sauna, a steam room and a range of massages and wellness, multisensory or hydrotherapy treatments.
- Discovery of the wine workshop area
Share a playful moment over the 8 workshops of initiation to oenology. Discover the BA-BA tasting with quizzes on color, aroma, flavor, interaction between flavors, tannins, the difference between aromas and flavors, undergrowth and aging some wine…
- Gourmet dinner at the site
The gourmet restaurant serves seasonal menus prepared with fresh produce from the local market. Meals are accompanied by fine wines produced on site or from the bicentennial wine cellar.
Day 6 : Villages of the Beaujolais
- Breakfast
- Departure with your driver guide to the day to discover the villages of the Beaujolais
The Beaujolais vineyard, which covers an area of 22,500 hectares, has 12 appellations. Both Appellations Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villages, and the 10 Crus, which are Brouilly, Chénas, Chiroubles, Côte-de-Brouilly, Fleurie, Juliénas, Morgon, Windmill, Regnié and Saint-Amour, are the fame of the vineyard. Famous all over the world, the Beaujolais Nouveau is celebrated every third Thursday of November
- "Food and wine pairing" workshop in winemaker domain
Almost everything about the history of the wine. Commentary on different methods: white, red, rosé, organic viticulture. Tasting tips: Know how to serve, open, and enjoy a wine, for greater pleasure. An introduction to tasting with 3 wines from the estate. -The color and its revelations. -the main aromas of the wines. -balances in mouths. Practical application food and wine pairing: -Farm cheese is served with white wine, then a cold meat with 2 red wines.
- Discover the villages of the golden stones
Golden shades of houses, castles and churches illuminate the landscape. Among 39 villages of the Pays des Pierres Dorées, some villages, such as Bagnols, Oingt, Jarnioux, Ternand and Theizé, are to be discovered!
- Return to the hotel: Dinner at leisure
- Night
DAY 7 : Departure
- Breakfast
- Return to Lyon (Station / Airport)
END OF SERVICE
The price includes :
- 3 nights in one of our 4 * Hotel partner with Breakfast in Paris
- Accommodation in 4 **** hotel with breakfast in Lyon
- Lunch included in Lyon (drinks included)
- 1 lunch in Paris day 3
- Dinner cruise day 4
- All the activities mentioned above, transport and guides
- All pickups (by car) from your hotel
- 24-hour assistance number
- One way TGV ticket train in 1rst Class from Paris to Lyon
- Airport or train station / hotel / airport or train station transfers
The price does not include:
- Meals in Paris (except the gourmet lunch mentioned)
- Dinner D6 in Lyon (Gastronomic Restaurant of the Hotel)
- Personal expenses
- All that is not mentioned in the list of included articles
- The insurance
- Day use
We suggest to stay longer in PARIS AND LYON to discover more about the French Lifestyle
Option you can add:
- Cooking class
- Bustronome (dinner in a bus among PARIS with a private chief, very original)
- Private visit of Versailles
- Paris fashion a private excursion inside perfume and fashion
- Paris Hidden bars
- Eat in a local house with a french family
- Cabaret night
- 5* hotels in PARIS AND LYON
We are at your disposal to customize this trip to your expectation and need
Call us 00 33 1 85 08 41 36
Mail us: support@france-privatetravels.com
Product Description
Exceptional journey – Paris & Lyon – Cities of light and french gastronomy
Available all year long Subject to availability. From 2 to 20 pax maximum
Ask us for a quote : support@france-privatetravels.com
Your program
DAY 1: Paris and its monuments
MORNING – Transfer train station / airport to your hotel. Installation at the hotel and welcome by your guide.
Free lunch under the guidance of your guide.
AFTERNOON – Paris over the ages (4 hours)
By following the course of the Seine with your Guide and your private “chauffeur”, discover the monuments that make the world famous Paris. Along the river, you can get acquainted with the rich and eventful history of Paris, and enjoy the most beautiful perspectives on the French capital.
From the Ile de la Cité, follow the thread of the water like the wire of the centuries of the history of Paris: from Notre-Dame to the Palace of Justice, from the Louvre to the Concorde, the Small and Grand Palais to the Eiffel Tower.
Dinner at leisure and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2: Le Marais ( 4th district of PARIS)
MORNING – The Polaroid Maris street art (2h)
A colorful visit designed to amaze the eyes! Your guide will take you to the heart of the Marais, to discover the Street Art works that line the streets of this eclectic district, combining tradition and modernity. A true dive into the Parisian underground milieu during which you will learn all about the most famous Streets-artists of the city, their approach and their technique. An original visit that will allow you to immerse yourself in the Paris of today. Play also the artists: My Beautiful Paris will put you at the disposal of Polaroids with a set of 10 instant photos so that you can leave with a memory of the works which you preferred!
AFTERNOON – Craftsmen of The Marais (3h)
In the middle of the Marais, between small streets, passages and small courtyards, discover the crafts that still make the heart of this lively district of Paris beat. Far from the hustle and bustle of big retailers and big arteries, go meet four craftsmen. Passion, original creations, know-how, discover and learn more about their sometimes surprising professions.
Transfer back and forth to get to the Marais.
Free lunch under the guidance of your guide.
Return to the hotel at the end of the afternoon.
Dinner at leisure or ask us for a Cabaret night (Moulin Rouge , Lido, or original restaurant as Parisian Bistrots we can recommend)
DAY 3: Paris Wine and Gastronomy
MORNING – Small Praise of Pastry (3h)
Discover the French pastry, world famous and recognized symbols of French gastronomy. From bakery to pastry, your guide will tell you not only the history of cakes, chocolate and other sweet dishes that make the reputation of the French pastry, but it will also show you how this history of gastronomy intertwines with delight to the History of France: his Kings, Emperors, rulers, his Revolution, his people. Who would have believed it ? Croissants and macaroons will allow you to meet Marie-Antoinette, Napoleon but also France today!
Lunch in a gourmet restaurant.
AFTERNOON – Little Wine History (2 hours)
Introduce yourself to oenology during this unique tasting experience in one of our wine cellars. This is the opportunity for two hours to discover 5 wines from our French regions. Our sommelier will tackle a variety of themes to discover wine in all its facets and expand your knowledge of oenology. How to taste a wine properly, what are the varietals you like the most? You will have the opportunity to chat about everything, not just tasting. From the terroir, food and wine pairings, winemaking techniques, to understand what are the specificities of our major wine-growing regions, the difference between the cellars and the wine bars … As well as useful tips to buy your own wine trust. Of course, one could not speak of a food union without having the opportunity to put it into practice with charcuterie and cheese.
Transfer back and forth to get you from your activities.
Return to the hotel at the end of the afternoon.
Dinner at leisure
DAY 4: Departure of Paris and arrival in Lyon – Visit of old Lyon city
After breakfast, transfer train station Paris Gare de Lyon to go to Lyon another city of light in France, temple of Gastronomy by Paul Bocuse.(2 hours of Train)
At your arrival , you are welcomed by your driver guide
- Private transfer to a typical Bouchon Lyonnais.
Discovery of the dishes from Lyon in this traditional restaurant with a Meilleur Ouvrier de France for chef.
- Private guided tour of Vieux-Lyon to Fourvière
The esplanade of Fourvière offers a magnificent uninterrupted view of Lyon. The basilica of Notre Dame, built at the end of the 19th century, is a real eyecatcher.Don’t walk by without taking a look inside, because the interior is just as remarkable as the outside. Your walk then takes you down towards Old Lyon, either through the Rosaire gardens or via the Roman theatres. Do not forget that Lugdunum was founded on the hill of Fourvière in 43 BC. At the bottom of the hill, the Renaissance town stretches out along the banks of the river Saône. Walk through a few of the narrow streets and the squares and delve into the “traboules” to discover hidden courtyards, galleries and wells…
- Installation in your hotel 4 **** Hotel de Fourvière
Ideally located on the top of the Roman amphitheaters, close to the Basilica, the Fourvière Hotel reinvents the former convent of the Visitation built by Bossan in 1854 to make you live in Lyon a unique hotel experience.
- Spa access
A well-being area “Fourvière Les Bains” articulated outside, with 25m heated swim lane, and inside with steam room, spa, ice fountain and thematic showers.
- Dinner cruise along the Rhône of the Saône
(Transfer included)
Day 5 : Lyon gastronomy and traditions
- Breakfast
- Late morning: Private transfer to “ Halles Paul Bocuse “
True temple of gastronomy from Lyon where you will discover with your guide a succession of smells, flavors and colors …
- Tasting lunch at the counter:
Aperitif: Oysters and Champagne
Mâchon Lyonnais: standing snack: cold cuts of delicateness, raw vegetables, cheeses, brioche with pralines accompanied by wine
- Transfer to a Silk workshop
History of Silk in Lyon – Silk Printing Demonstration ..
- Transfer to the Beaujolais wine region
Known all over the world for its vineyards, the Pays Beaujolais attracts not only wine lovers, but also invites to discover charming villages with golden stones.
- Installation at the Château de Pizay 4 ****
Surrounded by 80 hectares of forest and vineyards, Château de Pizay is located in Beaujolais. Dating back to the 11th century, its 4-star rooms and suites overlook a French-style garden, a heated outdoor pool, vineyard or castle.
- Spa access and wellness center
Château de Pizay is renowned for its award-winning 1000 m² spa. It offers a sauna, a steam room and a range of massages and wellness, multisensory or hydrotherapy treatments.
- Discovery of the wine workshop area
Share a playful moment over the 8 workshops of initiation to oenology. Discover the BA-BA tasting with quizzes on color, aroma, flavor, interaction between flavors, tannins, the difference between aromas and flavors, undergrowth and aging some wine…
- Gourmet dinner at the site
The gourmet restaurant serves seasonal menus prepared with fresh produce from the local market. Meals are accompanied by fine wines produced on site or from the bicentennial wine cellar.
Day 6 : Villages of the Beaujolais
- Breakfast
- Departure with your driver guide to the day to discover the villages of the Beaujolais
The Beaujolais vineyard, which covers an area of 22,500 hectares, has 12 appellations. Both Appellations Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villages, and the 10 Crus, which are Brouilly, Chénas, Chiroubles, Côte-de-Brouilly, Fleurie, Juliénas, Morgon, Windmill, Regnié and Saint-Amour, are the fame of the vineyard. Famous all over the world, the Beaujolais Nouveau is celebrated every third Thursday of November
- “Food and wine pairing” workshop in winemaker domain
Almost everything about the history of the wine. Commentary on different methods: white, red, rosé, organic viticulture. Tasting tips: Know how to serve, open, and enjoy a wine, for greater pleasure. An introduction to tasting with 3 wines from the estate. -The color and its revelations. -the main aromas of the wines. -balances in mouths. Practical application food and wine pairing: -Farm cheese is served with white wine, then a cold meat with 2 red wines.
- Discover the villages of the golden stones
Golden shades of houses, castles and churches illuminate the landscape. Among 39 villages of the Pays des Pierres Dorées, some villages, such as Bagnols, Oingt, Jarnioux, Ternand and Theizé, are to be discovered!
- Return to the hotel: Dinner at leisure
- Night
DAY 7 : Departure
- Breakfast
- Return to Lyon (Station / Airport)
END OF SERVICE
The price includes :
– 3 nights in one of our 4 * Hotel partner with Breakfast in Paris
– Accommodation in 4 **** hotel with breakfast in Lyon
– Lunch included in Lyon (drinks included)
– 1 lunch in Paris day 3
– Dinner cruise day 4
– All the activities mentioned above, transport and guides
– All pickups (by car) from your hotel
– 24-hour assistance number
– One way TGV ticket train in 1rst Class from Paris to Lyon
– Airport or train station / hotel / airport or train station transfers
The price does not include:
– Meals in Paris (except the gourmet lunch mentioned)
– Dinner D6 in Lyon (Gastronomic Restaurant of the Hotel)
– Personal expenses
– All that is not mentioned in the list of included articles
– The insurance
– Day use
We suggest to stay longer in PARIS AND LYON to discover more about the French Lifestyle
Option you can add:
- Cooking class
- Bustronome (dinner in a bus among PARIS with a private chief, very original)
- Private visit of Versailles
- Paris fashion a private excursion inside perfume and fashion
- Paris Hidden bars
- Eat in a local house with a french family
- Cabaret night
- 5* hotels in PARIS AND LYON
We are at your disposal to customize this trip to your expectation and need
Call us 00 33 1 85 08 41 36
Mail us: support@france-privatetravels.com
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