(Spain → Roussillon → Languedoc→ Montpellier)
Why This Works for Culinary Gallivants
- Exclusive & Insider Access: Private truffle hunts, oyster farm visits, and château wine tastings set this apart from standard tours.
- Blend of Culinary & Adventure: From barge rides on the Canal du Midi to wine safaris and hidden beaches, it keeps guests engaged.
Sustainability & Authenticity: Small producers, natural winemakers, and eco-conscious experiences make this both luxurious and responsible.
Itinerary
Arrive in Figueres, Spain, and kick off your adventure with a fabulous welcome lunch celebrating Catalan flavors and coastal produce. Then step into the surreal at the Dalí Theatre-Museum, a mind-bending journey through the artist’s imagination. In the late afternoon, private coach for transfer to your hotel in Southern France. Check in, unwind, and let your body adjust to the new rhythm of Mediterranean life.
Evening at leisure for dinner and rest.
Start the day with a visit to a remarkable wine cellar hidden beneath the sea, followed by a tasting and seaside lunch. Continue to the jewel of the Côte Vermeille—Collioure—for a guided walking tour (1h30) through its colorful lanes and artists’ haunts. Later, step aboard a traditional fishing barge for a one-of-a-kind maritime experience before tasting rare, aged Banyuls wines with that unique Mediterranean accent.
Evening at leisure for dinner in town.
Head inland to a very special winery where the winegrower himself treats us to his own BBQ lunch in the park paired with the wines of the estate.
In the afternoon, shake things up with a fun mixology class and learn to make some amazing new cocktails, then step into history at the legendary Caves Byrrh, home to the largest oak vat in the world and a century-old legacy of fortified wine.
Villa Palauda, normally closed to the public and opened exclusively for our group, is the venue for a unique diner. Expect an elegant meal paired with exceptional local wines by a Master Sommelier.
Today we head to Montpellier via Sète and the coast for a day that celebrates Mediterranean simplicity. Begin with a visit and tasting at a family run wine estate, followed by a casual lunch in Sète — the essence of seaside living.
In the afternoon, explore Sète, known as the “Little Venice of the South” for its canals, colorful quays, and maritime charm. Stroll through its historic center before heading to the center of Montpellier and the amazing boutique hotel in the very heart of the historical city.
Evening at leisure for dinner in town.
This morning, dive into the flavors of Montpellier with a private guided tour led by a local food expert. Wander the city’s elegant squares, markets, and delicatessens, sampling artisan specialties that define its culinary soul.
After this gourmet stroll, we’ll head just outside the city to a charming 17th century wine estate for a winery visit, tasting, and relaxed lunch among the vines — a true introduction to the warmth and authenticity of Languedoc hospitality.The afternoon and evening are for you to explore at your own pace: Montpellier’s art museums, boutiques, and cafés await, offering inspiration and leisure in equal measure.
Today takes us to a family-run winery that embodies joy, community, and connection to the land. After a guided tour and tasting, you’ll roll up your sleeves for a hands-on experience: blend your own cuvée and craft a wine that reflects your personal taste and intuition.
Lunch follows, cooked on site by the winemakers themselves, paired perfectly with their wines and shared at a long convivial table overlooking the vines.
Venture into one of southern France’s most celebrated wine regions: the Terrasses du Larzac appellation, a landscape of wild herbs, stone terraces, and mountain horizons just 45 minutes from Montpellier.
Taste elegant, terroir-driven wines with the wine growers, whose cuvées have become cult favorites. The experience culminates in a magical outdoor lunch nestled among olive groves — a feast for both palate and soul.