France is synonymous with fine cuisine and world-class wines. As the home of some of the world’s best-loved dishes, as well as croissants, crêpes and a dizzying variety of cheeses, it is nothing short of a foodie paradise. Our mouth-watering French cuisine tours, aimed at UK travellers, help you experience the country’s gastronomic culture in all its diversity.

French Food and Wine Trips

The French take their food seriously, and it shows. Michelin-starred restaurants abound in cities like Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux. City food tours are a great way to see the sights of these historic towns as well as enjoying their culinary highlights. Visit local food markets in the company of an expert guide. Sample signature dishes of local chefs as well as traditional French specialities, including pastries, charcuterie, cheeses and regional wines.

French regions have distinctive culinary traditions focused on locally sourced ingredients. The Centre region is known for tasty pork products such as Rillettes de Tours and the gourmet goat cheese Sainte Maure de Touraine. Head to Burgundy for authentic beef bourguignon and coq au vin cooked in local red wines. On the south-east coast, savour a taste of the Mediterranean in a delicious bouillabaisse soup. Try luxury river cruise tours to combine gourmet meals with heavenly scenery.

Culinary Tours in France for UK Travellers

With its wealth of vineyards and regional grape varieties, France offers some of the best experiences in the world for wine lovers. Visit Champagne to explore the home of the iconic bubbly. Discover the robust reds and aromatic wines of the Rhône. On the Alsace wine route, sample superb Pinots and Rieslings and eat out in picture-perfect villages like Colmar and Riquewihr. Guided tours teach you all there is to know about the journey of wine from the soil to the glass.

However you travel in France – walking, cycling, boat or rail – wonderful cuisine is never far away. Check out our full collection of France tours to unlock a fabulous adventure.

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