Food and Wine in a French Chateau
From CAD $1225
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
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(10 reviews)
This foodie adventure takes you into the vineyards of the Beaujolais Wine Region, where your accommodation - our exclusive 16th Century Chateau - awaits. Across 4 days you'll get stuck into all of the flavours of France, including wine & cheese pairings; a day trip to Lyon for a foodie walking tour; a vineyard visit to try some of the world's finest drops and enough local food to make you mutter 'ooh la la' between every mouthful.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 3 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Host
- Today in Lyon, we'll be joined by a Lyonnaise local who's passionate about their city... and its recipes. That's right, today is the perfect tourism & food combo - we'll walk the streets, sample local dishes and discover Lyon's best food spots. You'll be feeling like a local in no time.
FAQs
- London: Our Detour trips are minibreaks packed full of unique, local-led experiences. They’re perfect if you’re looking for a short weekend trip or just wanna spend a little more time at your destination.
- London: You know we love social travel here. While most of our trips have large groups, the Detour trips are all about small group travel. Check out the maximum group size on the trip page above, your group will never be larger than this.
- London: Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.
- London: In classic Contiki style, your accommodation and transport are included in the trip. Plus, we’ll sort out some meals and activities that are outlined in the itinerary. That’s not all, though. You’ll also have an expert Local Host to give you an inside scoop at every destination.
- London: All you have to do is check whether you need a visa (and apply for one if you do!), book your insurance and arrange your transport to the start location of the trip. We’ll handle the rest!
- London: Our trips are short & sweet (and loaded with fun activities). That’s why we don’t offer pre or post trip accommodation.
- Beaujolais Wine Region: We always try our best to cater to every dietary requirement. But for this trip, we’re restricted for what is available locally & seasonally. So if you require a vegan or gluten-free diet, there might be a few experiences on this trip that won’t have the option to cater to specific requirements.
- Beaujolais Wine Region: Most French wines are made using products derived from animals, so they aren’t vegan.
- Beaujolais Wine Region: We don’t provide towels on this trip. So, please remember to pack your own towel!
Included Experience
- Villefranche-sur-Saone: The wait is over. Find your new Contiki crew and be driven in style by one of our Trip Managers through the gorgeous Beaujolais wine region to the Contiki chateau.
- Beaujolais: Time to settle in and get to know your new BFFs - whilst learning about locally produced wine and cheese (and of course, taste it too)!
- Beaujolais Wine Region: Set within the rolling hills of the Beaujolais wine region, the legendary Contiki Château special stay has been wowing travellers for decades. From the luxe bar to the elegant new bedrooms, our Château is the perfect backdrop to long summer days lounging by the pool, capped off with French feasts, local wine and dancing the night away in ‘La Cave.’
- Beaujolais: Clear out the cobwebs and get in touch with you zen side with a guided yoga session on the sweeping lawns of the château.
- Beaujolais Wine Region: Head out to a local vineyard for a tour with an expert in all things wine. But that's not all. You'll dine on a luxurious three-course lunch paired with wine tasting.
- Lyon: Foodies, history buffs, anyone with a taste for culture, today is a true feast for you! Joined by a Lyonnaise expert, we'll explore Lyon on foot, checking out local restaurants, patisseries, food merchants.
- Villefranche-sur-Saone: It's almost time to bid farewell to the Beaujolais region. But, not before this iconic last meal in the historic town of Oingt - known for its stunning architecture and beautiful views.
- Beaujolais: And we'll head back to where it all began, at Villefranche Sur Saone Station. Happy hearts. Full stomachs. And unbeatable wine standards - that's how we roll.
Trip Details
Product Code: 18796
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Adventure, Budget
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 448.1609A
Starts: Lyon, France
Finishes: Lyon, France
Duration: 4 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- This foodie adventure takes you into the vineyards of the Beaujolais Wine Region, where your accommodation - our exclusive 16th Century Chateau - awaits. Across 4 days you'll get stuck into all of the flavours of France, including wine & cheese pairings; a day trip to Lyon for an immersive cooking class in a local's home; winery hopping to try some of the world's finest drops and enough local food to make you mutter 'ooh la la' between every mouthful.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1225 ($306 /day)
Itinerary
Bonjour, welcome to your foodie adventure! Today kicks off with a complimentary transfer from Villefranche-sur-Saone Station to our 16th Century Chateau. Rub your eyes, blink: yep, that's our accommodation for the next 3 nights, complete with a bar, swimming pool and dreamy views of the surrounding vineyards. Once we've checked in and chilled out we'll be feeling like royalty, and that's before we enjoy some local wine paired with cheese. Then our team of live-in chefs will prepare an authentic French Dinner. We'll tuck in while enjoying magnificent views of the Beaujolais countryside. What a day, and we're just getting started...
Accommodation: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Rise and shine! After a hearty homemade breakfast and some on-the-lawn yoga (consider the cobwebs cleared) we'll visit one of the local wineries that this region is famous for. We'll learn about the world-famous Beaujolais Nouveau, meet a local winemaker and of course, sample some of their finest drops - paired with an included lunch. Stuffed with a new knowledge of wine and food, we'll head back to the château for a well deserved chilled night (and an included dinner too). Here you're free to chill out as you like... swimming, walking, or just kicking back on the terrace, the choice is yours!
Accommodation: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a spot of breakfast, we'll bid au revoir to our château for the day... and head into Lyon for a change of pace. Here in Lyon, we'll start by appreciating all things FOOD. On a foodie walking tour, we'll sample the city's prettiest and tastiest food spots, with a local guide to impart all their knowledge and wisdom. We'll also uncover 'Hidden Lyon' through secret passageways, known locally as Traboules. Then, it's time to head to the local village, for a 3 course farewell dinner of traditional French cuisine. This is the good life. Once we've had time to digest our dinner, we'll get to explore this cute village before heading back to the château for our final evening. Oh France, do we really have to leave you?
Accommodation: Château de Cruix (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
It's our final morning (sob), but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy one last breakfast together. You can take a complimentary transfer this morning back to Villefranche-sur-Saone, or make your own arrangements. The trip is over, but all of those delicious memories will put smiles on our faces for years to come.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
The Itinerary was great and everything that we did was awesome. TM was very organized and communicated well. The only issue was that some of the activities described in the original text on the website were not done. Everything was done well, communication was excellent and if I needed anything if was brought to me immediately. Our TM a was very descriptive.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
Worth the money for sure! Diogo was an amazing guide. He made this detour trip a blast! Would highly reccomend this tour to someone who wants to see off the beaten path in France!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/11/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, June 2025
I love that Contiki added the detours. They are a great mini-vacation. I definitely suggest doing a detour within your other travels. Contiki has a whole is great, including the service. The on-site staff was great as well as our tour manager. Everything was so well organized. Traveling with Contiki is traveling worry free! I have traveled 2x with them and probably will plan more trips with them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/04/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
I had a really fun travel experience on this tour. The trip was short and sweet, and planned and executed with care and expertise with touring vineyards/local restaurants. If you're a foodie or wine lover this was a great tour!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2025
Vanessa Vaca - Traveled, July 2025
Super easy to book and great customer service!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
Phenomenal experience. Great trip, a short relax-and-recharge type of trip. Trip host truly went above and beyond for us, and Chateau staff were warm, welcoming, and extremely hospitable. I would return in a heartbeat!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
This trip is short but sweet! Our group was able to get along straight away which made this experience so much better. The Chateau was the perfect location to relax and enjoy everything the Beaujolais region has to offer, with panoramic views, a large pool and lawn area, two bars, tidy dorms and clean modern bathrooms. The chateau also comes equipped with a makeup room! The accommodation is situated within a vineyard which you can sample some of the products of during this tour. The meals both in and away from the accommodation are all tasty and filling. Our guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was great and was able to accommodate the groups sometimes interesting requests without hesitation! The rest of the staff in the chateau were really friendly and you can tell they enjoy what they do! My one note, which isn't a deal breaker is there are no washing facilities so doo keep it in mind, however most traveler's aren't afraid of hand washing in the sink! I would certainly recommend this tour if you want to experience something slower paced and region specific, along with many glasses of wine, this would be perfect for you!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/15/2025
Emma Adamson - Traveled, July 2025
Great trip, lovely host. Really relaxing, especially the vineyard tour with a delicious homemade lunch which was a trip highlight. It would be great if the trip could be an extra day or if the leaving time could be afternoon or evening of the last day rather than first thing. Trip felt like only two days and it would have felt more complete with an extra day of activity.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2025
Maddison Baker - Traveled, July 2025
A fantastic trip great itinerary a beautiful destination and so many inclusions. Easy and very informative no question marks.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/19/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2025
Loved the trip - and highly recommend it! We were a smaller group than average which was nice to get to know everyone better. The itinerary was fab with my favourite part being the winery visit and lunch an hour away. The trip manager *Personal information removed by Feefo* was so friendly, accommodating, conscious of all our dietary requirements and took great care of us. Ensured we were well fed the chateau we stayed at had stunning views and all the staff was so hospitable. Would book this trip again in a heartbeat! Information and communication was great from the Australian team - super friendly and efficiently answered all my questions! However, didn't receive any responses from the Singapore team.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2025
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