A Taste of Northwestern France

• Arrive into Rennes Regional Airport.
• Join your fellow travelers on the group transfer to Avranches, an intimate market town just off the coast of the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel.
• Check into the hotel accommodations and enjoy time at leisure prior to the opening event of the journey.
• Begin your Culinary Journey with a Welcome Dinner at a gourmet French gastronomic restaurant.

Included Meals: Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel La Ramade

• Discover how whole-milk caramels are made on a farm in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel. You will tour the farm that supplies the milk from cows who graze on salty grass and the factory where the caramel is produced, complete with a tasting of the specialized candy.
• Group lunch at a local bistro to indulge in culinary excellence at Restaurant Treize Assiettes. Nestled in the heart of charm, savor exquisite French cuisine crafted with precision. The ambiance, a perfect blend of sophistication and warmth, sets the stage for an unforgettable gastronomic experience in the heart of Normandy.
• Visit the iconic island and abbey of Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site and architectural feat spanning centuries.
• Evening and dinner at leisure.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Hotel La Ramade

• Morning visit to a local organic farm, Naturellement Normande, where you will learn about sustainable agriculture and participate in the cheesemaking process.
• Lunch will be served at Naturellement Normande featuring the farm’s own products.
• Visit a copper workshop, foundry, and castle featuring 18th century tableware. Explore the artistry at Mauviel Workshop, where skilled craftsmen forge exquisite copper cookware. Witness centuries-old techniques and immerse yourself in the culinary heritage of Villedieu-les-Poêles. Step into the enchanting Château de Chantore, a historic gem nestled in Normandy where you will surround yourself in its rich history, exquisite gardens, and timeless charm.
• Dinner at Manoir Pommeraie, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, showcasing cheese and apple flavors, including Camembert and Calvados.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel La Ramade

• Visit an artisanal salmon workshop in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel that specializes in smoked salmon. You’ll witness firsthand how the bay waters impart flavor to the salmon and how this farm engages in sustainable aquaculture.
• In the afternoon you will take a one-of-a-kind carriage ride along the shore during low tide to explore shellfish farms, nurseries, and reserves. You’ll learn to harvest oysters and mussels, as well as a lesser-known traditional fishing method. Before you go, you’ll have the chance to taste the local, fresh oysters with a glass of white wine.
• Evening and dinner at leisure.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel La Ramade

• Check out of hotel and transfer to Quimper in Brittany.
• Stop along the way at Atelier de la Crêpe, a professional cooking school devoted to the Breton style of crêpes.
• For lunch, you will try your hand at making your own crêpes at the Atelier under expert guidance.
• The final stop of the day is a tour of the parish enclosures, an architectural hallmark unique to Brittany from 16th-century pilgrimages.
• Check into hotel.
• Evening and dinner at leisure.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Hotel Ginkgo

• Start your day with an exclusive tour of the Henriot factory, the famed hand-painted pottery of Quimper. You’ll witness the artistry of traditional pottery up close, where centuries-old techniques bring vibrant designs to life.
• From there, you proceed to the seaweed workshop of Scarlette Le Corre, showcasing aquaculture of the Bay of Biscay and flavorful, nutritious seaweed products. You’ll roll up your sleeves alongside a head chef for a live cooking demonstration of Breton shrimp and dine on your savory creations for lunch.
• To conclude the day, watch the boats come back to the harbor and take part in the afternoon fish auction. After exploring an installation focused on the maritime heritage of Brittany you will end the day with an aperitif and ocean view.
• Evening and dinner at leisure.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Hotel Ginkgo

• Morning visit of the Quimper Biscuit Factory, a behind-the-scenes tour to see and taste the signature baked goods of the region, including Kouign Amann.
• Stop for a group lunch in Les Halles Saint-François, the only covered market in Quimper, to sample fresh, artisanal goods and produce.
• In the afternoon, you’ll visit the traditional embroidery school of Pascal Jaouen. Explore Breton culture through intricate stitches, traditional designs, and expert guidance in this unique artistic journey.
• For the final activity together, visit a ciderie to compare the flavors of Brittany’s ciders to those of Normandy with a tasting in picturesque orchards. • Raise a glass to close out your culinary journey with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant highlighting the seasonal flavors of Brittany.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Hotel Ginkgo

• Fuel up for your travel home with a final breakfast at the hotel.
• Pack your belongings and check out of the hotel.
• Catch the group transfer to Brest Regional Airport for departure travel.

Included Meals: Breakfast