5-day programm in South of France, discover truffles, wines and much more. We can schedule this tour at other dates also. Please ask for a quotation: contact@sphereduvin.com
Day 1: arrival and transfer to your guesthouse
Le Somail is a pretty hamlet crossed by the Canal du Midi (canal water way) and offering a charming setting that makes you feeling a journey through time.
During your free time you may visit Librairie Ancienne, the find all book https://impact-european.com/find-everything-from-the-book-old-bookstore-in-somail/
You can follow in the Tourism Office the interpretation of Mrs. Cradock, who will tell you about her Royal trip along the Canal du Midi back in the eighteenth century.
An American President in Le Somail:
Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States of America, was one of the first tourists to fall under the spell of Le Somail. Today, a plaque commemorates his visit.
18h: Welcome drink in Le Somail with a glass of wine & little snacks (this is included in the price)
When the weather allows, we can have BBQ or take dinner in a local restaurant (BBQ 45€/pP with drinks included) or Menu 45€ - 55€ (not included)
Day 2
After breakfast we will bring you by car to Carcassonne where you have time to discover this magical medieval town. In this historical and cultural scene, you may be transported back into the Middle Ages, dreaming of brave knights and enchanted princesses.
Lunch at your own expenses
16h: visit Château Guilhem where you will meet the owner Bertrand Gourdou which is winemaker in the 5th generation and very proud to present you his winery and introduce you in the winemaking of the AOP Malepère wine appellation.
18h - 20h: Cooking Show with a Chef - food & wine pairings during the evening.
Day 3
A day plunged in the discovering of the truffles & olives culture from Minervois, tasting wines from South of France and have a nice boating tour on the Canal du Midi.
9h – 11h: We will meet Elena from Mas d’Antonin; she will introduce you in the world of olives and truffles.
12h – 14.30h: Tasting of olive oil varietals, Apéro time with olive oil and snack.
Truffle meal & wine pairing.
15h – 17.30h: Boating tour from Argeliers to Le Somail. Get lazy in a natural surrounding on the Canal du Midi. Enjoy a coffee or tea on board, just letting the soul swing freely.
Ending the day with French cheese selection, little snack and wine.
Day 4
Visit the 9 locks in Béziers and discover the Oppidum landscape
13h: Lunch at the Vinauberge restaurant
16h: back to our guesthouse and time to say goodbye.
Depending from your flight back to Germany, we can bring you to a train station or airport nearby Toulouse, Perpignan or Montpellier.
This individual tour includes: pick up from train station or airport, 4 overnights in Le Somail (Guesthouse or B&B), daily meal, cooking show, tasting, boating tour, entries, individual tour guide.
1460,00 €uro/Pers.
30% deposit is due at time of booking, the balance must be paid before departure.
We recommend the taking out of a full trip cancellation insurance policy.
We disclaim any liability for theft, or damages of the property of our guests through the hands of a third person with the result of injuries or accidents.
We reserve the right to decide changes on programmed schedule due to weather or other uncomfortable conditions.
Email: contact@sphereduvin.com
