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Food and Wine in a French Chateau (2025-2026)

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Start and end in Villefranche-sur-Saone

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Food & Wine: Savor the world's flavors and finest wines
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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Villefranche-sur-Saone to Beaujolais Wine Region
Villefranche-sur-Saone to Beaujolais Wine Region
Meals
Dinner (Authentic French Dinner prepared by live-in chefs with magnificent views of the Beaujolais countryside)
Accommodation
Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to Chateau
- Local wine and cheese pairing
Landmarks
Villefranche-sur-Saone Station
Day 2
Beaujolais Wine Region
Beaujolais Wine Region
Meals
Breakfast (Hearty homemade breakfast), Lunch (Luxurious three-course lunch paired with wine tasting at local vineyard), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided yoga session on chateau lawns
- Local winery tour with winemaker meeting
- Beaujolais Nouveau education and wine tasting
- Wine-paired three-course lunch at winery
Day 3
Lyon
Lyon
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Three-course traditional French cuisine in historic village of Oingt)
Accommodation
Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Foodie walking tour of Lyon with local guide
- Local food sampling at multiple locations
- Discovery of Traboules (secret passageways)
- Return transfer from Lyon to Chateau
- Three-course traditional French dinner in historic village
Optional Activities
- Village exploration after dinner
Landmarks
Lyon
Traboules
Day 4
Beaujolais Wine Region to Villefranche-sur-Saone
Beaujolais Wine Region to Villefranche-sur-Saone
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Complimentary transfer to Villefranche-sur-Saone Station (optional)
Optional Activities
- Arrange own departure transportation
Landmarks
Villefranche-sur-Saone Station

Landmarks
Villefranche-sur-Saone Station

Landmarks
Lyon
Traboules

Landmarks
Villefranche-sur-Saone Station

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Château de Cruix (or similar)
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Sonia
Asked on March 4th, 2025
What measures are in place if I have dietary restrictions?
Meals
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  If you have specific dietary requirements, please inform us beforehand, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Sandra
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How many travelers are in a group typically?
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- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  The maximum group size for this tour is 8 travelers.
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Jochem
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Is there a single upgrade option for accommodations?
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- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
  This tour does not offer a single upgrade option; it is a multi-share accommodation.
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Esther
Asked on November 23rd, 2024
How can I check if there are available spots for my desired dates?
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- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
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Vicky
Asked on October 9th, 2024
Do you guarantee exclusive room accommodations for three travelers?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that you will have the room exclusively. It is a multi-share option only.
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Arlette
Asked on July 23rd, 2024
When is the final payment due?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  Final payment will be due 60 days prior to departure.
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Thomas
Asked on June 29th, 2024
Are arrival and departure transfers included?
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
  Yes, complimentary arrival and departure transfers can be booked for this trip.
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Allan
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How can I verify my bookings through your portal?
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- ContikiOperator•Written February 2024
  Optional activities may vary; please check the itinerary for details during your trip.
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What happens if I want to cancel my booking?
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- ContikiOperator•Written December 2023
  If you wish to cancel your booking, please inform us, and we will proceed accordingly.

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