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Lyon and Southern Burgundy
May 19-29, 2026 Lyon - one of the gastronomic capitals of the world. Truffles, Bresse Chicken, triple Cream Cheese, Burgundy wine. Arts and culture. This ten day all inclusive tour of Lyon and Southern Burgundy hits the high points - stay in luxurious accommodations including castles. 2 different Michelin starred restaurants - visits to temples of gastronomy, simple bouchons, markets. Oh, and lots of cooking together. Chef Michael Howell leads you on a Gallic culinary journey of a lifetime. We enjoy 3 nights in Lyon and then a week on a private estate in the Cote Chalonnais where we will explore wineries and history, markets and fromageries and cook together in our glorious Chateau each evening Arrive and Depart from LYS (Lyon International Airport) - There are daily direct flights from Montreal, QC €6995/ppdo all inclusive (US$7700) US$1000 single supplement Itinerary subject to change. |
Vieux Lyon
Restaurant Chez Pimousse
Day One, May 19Arrive at St Antoine d'Exupery Airport in Lyon early afternoon and we will have you whisked via private transport to our accommodations in downtown Lyon for a three night visit to this glorious city . Take some time to rest or a brief exploration of the city and then we make our way to Restaurant Chez Pimousse for our welcome dinner. Award winning Chef Pierre Michael Martin is a friend of Chef Michael and is a Member of the prestigious Gault Millau!
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DAY TWO, MAY 20
Hotel de Ville, Lyon
After breakfast we will enjoy a guided tour of Central Lyon , and the amazing Museé des Beaux Arts.
Then we will stroll the ancient streets and make our way to Brasserie George one of the most exceptional restaurants in France for a classic Brasserie Lunch. After Lunch we make our way tom the Jardin Des Curiosities for spectacular views over the city. we can stroll or cab back to our accommodations. That evening we visit a tradition bouchon ( a casual bistro) for an evening of simple classic food . |
Paul Bocuse mural near Les Halles de Bocuse
day Three, MAY 3 On our final day in Lyon we will explore the St Antoine Market on the banks of the Saone and do some snacking of typical products and some provisioning for the coming week. After depositing our goods we will stroll though old Lyon and take the funicular to the hillside location of the Lyon cathedral and explore this Romanesque masterpiece. You will have a free late afternoon. Finally - to experience a definitive meal, we will conclude our visit to Lyon at the iconic 2 Michelin Star Restaurant Paul Bocuse for the "Traditional" tasting menu and a one of a kind dining experience
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Days FOUR to TEN
We have the majestic Chateau Montsymond all to ourselves for a week. It's our own private castle estate in the southern Burgundy country side about 30 minutes from Macon, France. From here we will explore the region - including day trips to Beaune (to visit the famous Hospice de Beaune and taste the greatest Pinot Noirs), Chalon Sur Saone and Macon to visit their markets, lunch in style and experience living history.
We'll visit wineries like Maison Marigny and Domaine de Deux Roches, shop for local cheeses right on the farms, and enjoy the good life in a 17th century castle. We'll conclude our week with an exceptional farewell dinner at Michelin starred Aux Terrasses in Tournus before returning to Lyon airport on our final morning.
We have the majestic Chateau Montsymond all to ourselves for a week. It's our own private castle estate in the southern Burgundy country side about 30 minutes from Macon, France. From here we will explore the region - including day trips to Beaune (to visit the famous Hospice de Beaune and taste the greatest Pinot Noirs), Chalon Sur Saone and Macon to visit their markets, lunch in style and experience living history.
We'll visit wineries like Maison Marigny and Domaine de Deux Roches, shop for local cheeses right on the farms, and enjoy the good life in a 17th century castle. We'll conclude our week with an exceptional farewell dinner at Michelin starred Aux Terrasses in Tournus before returning to Lyon airport on our final morning.
Hospice de Beaune, Beaune
Les Caves de Patriarche, Beaune
Charolais Cheese from Burgundy
Epicerie Mulot & Petitjean, Beaune
