PARIS FOODIE

STAYCATION

April 5-11, 2027 – $4850 Double / $6005 Single per person

Welcome to an unforgettable 7-day, 6-night exploration of the City of Light. This tour takes you on a deep dive into the sweet and savory secrets of French culture. You will taste your way through historic neighborhoods, sip real bubbly in Champagne, and learn to cook like a local chef. From fine wines and artisan chocolates to a grand dinner with live opera, every day is a new feast for your senses.

For a taste of a past Paris Staycation, check out the blog.

Day One

Overnight: Paris

Bienvenue a Paris!

This afternoon you’ll meet your group at your cozy hotel for introductions. We will sample a variety of French wines and learn the basics of understanding how to choose the right wine for you. After, you’ll go for a walk to learn about the heart of Paris, with a stop at the newly renovated Notre Dame. We will finish our walk at dinner where we will try out some traditional French dishes, including escargot.

Day Two

Overnight: Paris

Markets and Cooking

We will head to the Latin Quarter this morning and meet our chef for a day exploring French cuisine. We will start by touring a market area, choosing our ingredients along the way, and then return to the kitchen to cook together. You’ll have a chance to learn new cooking techniques, and share what you’ve made for lunch. Your evening will be free to enjoy Paris.

Day Three

Overnight: Paris

Champagne Life

Today is a field trip to the Champagne region to sample some bubbly. We will take the TGV high speed train to Reims, the heart of champagne, and take a walking tour with a local guide. Our walking tour will end with a visit to one of the famous caves, including a sampling of champagnes. You’ll be free for lunch and exploring, and will meet up for an aperó, a small cocktail hour, before returning to Paris.

Day Four

Overnight: Paris

Chocolat

We will be joined by a local expert today to tour a neighborhood of Paris, and learn about chocolate production. In the evening, we will sample cocktails together and have the option of joining your guide for a visit to a jazz club.

Day Five

Overnight: Paris

Colonization and Cuisine

We will venture outside of the tourist’s Paris and see an immigrant neighborhood with a local to show us around. French food has been influenced by the cultures where France has colonized, and we will sample Arab, Vietnamese, and North African nibbles to paint a picture of greater France. If we have time, we may visit a museum telling the story of immigrant communities.

Day Six

Overnight: Paris

Fromage et Opera

We will start our day learning about the history of cheese, and then try our hands at making some from scratch. Cheese is a huge part of life in France with over 1000 types, which we will sample (maybe not ALL of them!) You’ll have a free afternoon to shop or relax. This evening, put on your finest French couture for a dinner spectacular. You’ll enjoy dinner with live opera and music. Together, we will toast a delicious week in Paris!

Day Seven

TOUR ENDS AFTER BREAKFAST

Bon Voyage

Your guide will be available this morning to help you with your further travel plans. Merci et au revoir!

MEET YOUR GUIDE: Sarah Murdoch

Our founder Sarah is a professional tour guide, travel writer, and artist with over 20 years of experience leading travelers around the globe. After earning a degree in architecture, she traded the drafting board for a life of adventure, guiding tours and sharing her travel expertise through writing, speaking engagements and media appearances.

A former Rick Steves guidebook researcher and co-author of Rick Steves Sicily, Sarah is also known for her popular packing-focused insights and content helping travelers around the world streamline their journeys. Based in Seattle but often found exploring the world, Sarah brings passion, insight, and a love for culture to every tour she leads.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Price: $4850 (International air not included) per person for a double room. Single Supplement is $1155. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.

What’s included: 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners and 3 lunches (wine included), Metro Pass, 6 nights lodging in a clean, comfortable, and centrally located hotel. All admissions and fees for group activities. Transport and private guides, tips included.

You can reserve a spot on this tour with a non-refundable deposit of $600.

The tour begins and ends in Paris, and the international airports there are CDG and ORY.

Please email with any questions info@adventureswithsarah.net

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