​​​​A JOURNEY THROUGH THE HEART OF FRENCH WINE 

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Begin your Grand Escape in Paris before traveling into the vineyards of Champagne, Chablis and Burgundy, three of France’s most celebrated wine regions. Over seven carefully curated days, you’ll taste Champagne along the Avenue de Champagne, discover independent family producers, explore the historic cellars of Chablis and journey through the legendary vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Along the way, enjoy private tastings, memorable meals, beautiful hotels and encounters with the people and places behind some of France’s most renowned wines. With a maximum of just 14 guests, this is wine travel at a relaxed and personal pace, thoughtfully arranged from beginning to end.

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THE JOURNEY ​

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​​​​​​​​​DAY 1 — PARIS
Bienvenue en France

Arrive in Paris, where your Grand Escape begins. After settling into your hotel, enjoy a private wine experience at Les Caves du Louvre. In the evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a Parisian bistro.

Overnight: Paris | Dinner included

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DAY 2 — PARIS TO CHAMPAGNE
The Avenue de Champagne

Leave Paris behind and travel to Épernay, the heart of Champagne. Enjoy a tasting at one of the celebrated houses along the Avenue de Champagne, followed by lunch and a memorable journey through Champagne's vineyards and villages in vintage vehicles with a local guide.

Overnight: Champagne | Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner included

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DAY 3 — CHAMPAGNE, CHABLIS & BURGUNDY
From Bubbles to Chardonnay

Begin with a visit to a smaller independent Champagne producer before continuing south to Chablis. Step inside the historic L'Obédiencerie for a private visit before traveling onward into Burgundy. Tonight, settle into your hotel in Beaune and have dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Beaune | Breakfast & Dinner included

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DAY 4 — BEAUNE & THE CÔTE DE BEAUNE
The Heart of Burgundy

Explore historic Beaune with a local guide and visit the magnificent Hospices de Beaune. After time to wander and enjoy lunch at your leisure, discover the cellars and wines of a renowned Burgundy producer. The evening concludes with a traditional Burgundian dinner.

Overnight: Beaune | Breakfast & Dinner included

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DAY 5 — THE GREAT VINEYARDS OF BURGUNDY
Puligny-Montrachet to Clos de Vougeot

Today is devoted to the vineyards that have made Burgundy legendary. Enjoy an in-depth vineyard and wine experience around Puligny-Montrachet, travel through celebrated wine villages and climats, and sit down to a special regional lunch. Continue north for a guided visit to historic Clos de Vougeot before returning to Beaune.

Overnight: Beaune | Breakfast & Lunch included

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DAY 6 — BURGUNDY TO PARIS
A Final Taste of France

Return to Paris for one final taste of France. Discover the city through its food and wine with a local guide, followed by time to explore at your own pace. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner and raise a final glass together.

Overnight: Paris | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

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DAY 7 — PARIS
Au Revoir

Enjoy breakfast before your individual departure. Your Grand Escape comes to an end, along with a few new favorite wines and new friends. 

Breakfast included

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WHERE YOU WILL STAY

 

Beautiful places, thoughtfully chosen:

PARIS | Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal or similar

CHAMPAGNE | LOISIUM Wine & Spa Hotel Champagne or similar

BEAUNE | Hôtel Le Cep or similar

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YOUR GRAND ESCAPE INCLUDES​

Private luxury transportation throughout the journey · 6 nights in carefully selected hotels · 6 breakfasts · 2 lunches · 4 dinners · Wine with included group lunches and dinners · Private and curated wine tastings · Vineyard and cellar visits · Entrance fees and guided cultural visits · Local expert guides · Sphere Grand Escapes Tour Manager throughout the journey.

 

Not Included: international airfare, lunches/dinners not specified, personal expenses, travel/cancellation insurance.​​​

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Ready to raise a glass in France?

June 6th – 12th, 2027 or August 29th – September 4th, 2027
7 Days / 6 Nights
Maximum 14 Guests

starting from €6,230 per person based on double occupancy

Single supplement: €1,520 per person

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TOUR REGISTRATION

& PAYMENT

Reserve your place with confidence.

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A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your place on this Grand Escape. Your reservation can be cancelled free of charge until December 15th, 2026, with your deposit refunded in full.

Our France Grand Escape is designed for an intimate group of 10 to 14 guests. On December 15, 2026, we will confirm the departure once a minimum of 10 travelers has been reached.

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Following confirmation of the tour, a second payment of 25% will be due.

The remaining 50% balance is due two months before departure.

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If the minimum number of travelers is not reached and Sphere Grand Escapes is unable to operate the tour, all payments made to Sphere Grand Escapes will be refunded in full.

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE

25% · At time of booking
25% · Upon tour confirmation — December 15th, 2026
50% · Final balance — 2 months before departure April 6th, 2027 or June 29th, 2027​​​​​​​​​​