Western Europe
Discover France
Wine cellars, château kitchens and morning markets before the crowds arrive.
Why Bespoke
The country that turned eating into philosophy.
France stands for beautiful landscapes, serious cooking and wine that the rest of the world spends decades trying to imitate. In Paris, our chefs teach the secrets of French cuisine in kitchens most visitors never see. In Bordeaux and Burgundy, long relationships with winemakers open cellars that don't advertise. In Brittany, Gascony and the Loire Valley, cooking courses wind through châteaux and vineyards. And in Provence, Michelin-starred chefs lead itineraries through herb gardens and lavender fields that smell exactly like you hoped they would.
France Tours
Explore France food tours.
From intensive cooking courses to private culinary journeys. Each one built around the food.
Small Group
Brittany, France
Brittany on a Plate
Oyster beds at low tide, salt marshes and the buttery, briny cooking of the Atlantic coast.
7 Days · Small Group · From $XXX pp
Small Group
Loire Valley, France
Farm to Table Cooking
Pick it in the morning, cook it by lunch — kitchen gardens, goat cheese and Loire whites.
2-7 Days · Small Group · From $XXX pp
Small Group
Loire Valley, France
Cooking in Chateaux Country
Cooking courses that wind through châteaux kitchens, vineyards and riverside markets.
7 Days · Small Group · From $XXX pp
Bespoke
Provence, France
Cooking in Provence
Château kitchens, Burgundy cellars and morning markets where the chefs arrive before the crowds.
8 Days · Private · From $XXX pp
Bespoke
Burgundy, France
Wine & Châteaux
Private barrel tastings at domaines that don't open to the public. Ever.
7 Days · Private · From $XXX pp
Small Group
Paris, France
Paris à la Carte
The bistros the guidebooks miss, the markets the chefs use, and a cooking class in a 19th-century kitchen.
6 Days · Max 8 · From $XXX pp
What Makes France
Why France belongs on every food lover's list.
The Ingredients
Produce that's worth the flight.
Black truffles in Périgord, white asparagus in Alsace, the first strawberries of spring in the Loire. France doesn't just cook well — it starts with better ingredients than almost anywhere on earth.
The Access
Kitchens most visitors never see.
We've spent twenty-five years building friendships with the chefs, winemakers and market vendors who define French food. Those relationships are what you're booking when you travel with us.
The Regions
Every corner tastes different.
Brittany's oysters, Gascony's duck, Provence's herbs, Burgundy's wine. France isn't one cuisine — it's twelve, each one worth a trip on its own.
The Tradition
Recipes never written down.
The best French cooking lives in family kitchens and market stalls, not restaurants. We know where to find it.
Plan Your Trip
When to go, and what to eat.
France tastes different in every season. Here's what's worth planning around.
Spring
What's Happening
- Asparagus season in Alsace
- Wild garlic in Burgundy
- First strawberries in Périgord
Summer
What's Happening
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Provence lavender harvest
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Tomato season in the south
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Niçoise markets at their peak
Autumn
What's Happening
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Truffle season begins
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Grape harvest across Burgundy
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Mushroom foraging, Dordogne
Winter
What's Happening
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Christmas markets in Alsace
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Oyster season on the Atlantic coast
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Game on every menu
Good to Know
France, answered .
Do I need to speak French?
Not at all. Our local contacts speak English and our itineraries handle every introduction. That said, a few words go a long way at a market — we'll give you the ones that matter.
What's the best region for a first-time culinary trip?
Provence or Burgundy for most guests — they offer the full range, from markets to cellars to kitchen tables, without too much ground to cover. Paris is better as an add-on than a standalone.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Always. France is more flexible than its reputation suggests. We brief every chef, market guide and restaurant in advance. Vegetarian, gluten-free, allergy-specific — all handled.
When should I book?
For spring and autumn departures, 4–6 months ahead is ideal. Popular small group tours sell out earlier. Private trips can sometimes be arranged with less notice — ask us.
What's included in the price?
All food experiences, accommodation, ground transport and our on-the-ground support. International flights are not included. A detailed inclusions list comes with every itinerary.
Is France suitable for solo travellers?
Absolutely. Our small group France tours attract a high proportion of solo guests — the format suits curious, food-passionate travellers who want company without compromise.
Ready to Go
Let's build your France trip.
Browse every France tour below, or tell us what you have in mind and we'll take it from there.