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Savour an Epic Journey with These Luxury Culinary Tours

Maryann Taylor

Last updated: Apr 3, 2017

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Love to travel? Love to cook? If your answer to these questions is yes, then pack your bags as we make our way across India, France and Switzerland, cooking up a storm as we go. These luxury culinary tours across India and Europe, paired with some of the best gastronomical delights of the region, are truly a foodie’s paradise!

The Art of Living to Eat: A Culinary Tour of India

luxury-culinary-tours-indian-food — With so much variety on one plate India is truly a food lovers paradise

Taking place in February 2015 and one of India's best luxury culinary tour, this 14 day food jaunt is led by Jonty Rajagopolan, an Indian food historian who will introduce you to a wide array of Indian food and cooking styles. From delicious and tangy street food bites, to food enjoyed by royalty- this tour ensures you experience it all.

True to its name, the Art of Living to Eat Culinary Tour celebrates the love of food and takes you across India from Delhi to Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Kolkata, and culminating in Hyderabad. Focused not just on food, this tour helps you understand the history of India and the impact of religion, customs, social practices and colonization on the food of the subcontinent as we know it today.

luxury-culinary-tours-dhokla-indian-food — Soft, fluffy Dhoklas are synonymous with Gujarati food

Begin your tour in Delhi, where you will stay in the plush Imperial Hotel, one of Delhi’s most luxurious and historic hotels, dating back to the colonial times. After a day’s stay in Delhi, take the flight to Ahmedabad where you will experience traditional Gujarati food like Dhokhla, Khandvi, Kachoris and Khaman. Apart from that, you’ll also get to savour street food from Sev Puri, Paani Puri, Pav Bhaji, Fafda-Jalebis, Sabudana Patties, to non-vegetarian delights such as Kheema Samosas, and Tangri Kebabs.

Back in Delhi dine at the city’s famous Indian Accent restaurant, a high end restaurant where you can enjoy contemporary Indian food. The following day, fly to Amritsar where after a visit to the Golden Temple you’ll visit an organic farm. Learn to fire up a tandoor, enjoy delicious Punjabi food and even attend a traditional Indian wedding.

luxury-culinary-tours-flurrys — A trip to Kolkata is incomplete without a visit to the iconic Flury's | Photo Credit: Swati Talwar/ Flickr Creative Commons

After Amritsar, make your way to Kolkata, one of India’s most historic and colourful cities. Enjoy your time here as you dine with a Bengali family, and savour treats at Kolkata’s oldest confectioners Flury’s. Round off your trip to the City of Joy with a formal dinner at the Bengal Club.

luxury-culinary-tours-biryani — Don’t forget to savour Hyderabad’s famed Biryani

Next on your itinerary is Hyderabad, where you’ll not only get to sample some great Hyderabadi cuisine, but also learn to cook it. Travel to the heart of the Old City to understand the concept of fasting versus feasting, while enjoying a plateful of Hyderabadi Biryani. Wind down with High Tea at the luxurious Taj Faluknama Palace and take back beautiful memories of your culinary journey through India.

You can look up additional information on the official website.

Price: $5,860 per person

Duration of the Tour: 14 days

Inclusions: Hotel stay, meals and all transfers

Hotels:

Delhi: The Imperial

Ahmedabad: House of Mangaldas Girdhardas

Amritsar: Ista

Kolkata: The Oberoi Grand

Hyderabad: Taj Falaknuma Palace

Other Inclusions:

All airport transfers and sightseeing.

Book your holiday now!

Food & Wine Tour of France and Switzerland

Revel in a 10 day private luxury culinary tour of France and Germany and savour the flavours of this region like never before. Go on private tours and tastings to some of the world’s finest wine regions, visit local food markets, dine at top restaurants and soak in the local culture. Enjoy lavish stays, right from a palace hotel in Paris, to a historic chateaux in Beaujolais and a luxury resort in Lake Geneva.

luxury-culinary-tours-paris — Paris, where a meal is nothing short of a celebration

Begin your culinary journey in Paris where, with a well-informed guide you will enjoy a private culinary tour of the city. Depending on your interests, visit a local food market, bakeries, pastry shops, chocolate shops, fromagerie (cheese shop) and tea rooms.

luxury-culinary-tours-vineyard — A visit to a vineyard is a must in the Champagne wine region

The following day enjoy a private tour to the Champagne Wine Region. Drive through vineyards, visit wine cellars and sample some of the finest wines of the region. Visit key attractions such as the Notre- Dame Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and browse through the many speciality shops selling chocolates and cookies (don’t forget to try the town’s famous Pink Cookies). You could also stop for lunch at the Les Crayeres, a historic manor surrounded by verdant forests.

Carry on to Burgundy where you can enjoy a private tour of the famous Burgundy wine route. Visit local cellars and sample some of the finest wines of the region. Also, stop by Dijon, a town located close by and famous for its mustard and other culinary delights.

luxury-culinary-tours-stay — Stay at the Chateau de Bagnols and experience absolute luxury | Photo Credit: Corona Mejora Tu Vida/ Flickr Creative Commons

The following day, head to Beaujolais Wine Region. Stay at the historic Chateau de Bagnols, a restored 13th Century castle, home to antique furniture and some fine wall paintings. Enjoy a private tour to vineyards, wine cellars and ancient villages. You can also take a private tour to Lyon, the culinary capital of France, where you can acquaint yourself with ancient food traditions, while admiring the museums and churches of the region. And while you’re there, dine at some of the regions finest restaurants and savour the local flavours.

luxury-culinary-tours-chocolates — Indulge in sinfully rich Swiss chocolates- you're on vacation after all

Travel onwards to Lausanne, a gourmet heaven in Switzerland. Stay at the plush Beau-Rivage Palace, a luxurious hotel located on the verdant shores of Lake Geneva. Proceed for a private tour of the Lavaux Wine Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These 800-year-old terraced vineyards offer breathtaking views of the Alps. Visit winemakers and sample some local wine. You could also take a trip to the scenic hill town of Gruyeres, visit a local cheese maker and learn about classic Swiss cheese. While you’re there, don’t forget to visit a local chocolatier and sample some fine Swiss chocolates.

Look up more information on the official website.

Price: $ 17, 375 per person

Duration of the Tour: 10 days

Inclusions:

Private tours with your personal tour guide and driver.
Preferred rooms in the best luxury hotels.
Complete destination knowledge and recommendations by travel experts.
Itineraries customized to the guest’s preference and comfort.
A smooth travel experience. Skipping lines while on tours (wherever possible), at restaurants and spa reservations, private airport transfers and complete airport assistance.
Around the clock support all through the trip.

Hotels:

Paris: Four Seasons George V

Burgundy: Hotel Le Cep

Beaujolais: Chateau de Bagnols

Lausanne: Beau-Rivage Palace

Can’t wait? Book your flights to France and Switzerland now!

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Maryann Taylor, among other things is primarily a teller of anecdotes, devourer of books, compulsive writer, dog lover, cat slave, daydreamer and traveller, who still takes delight in reading Enid Blyton and riding bicycles.

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