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Chef Tillie's Culinary Tours

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March 5th - 13th, 2025 | 8 days & 8 nights

~space is limited to accommodate our small group~ 

Embark on an unforgettable epicurean journey with Chef Tillie by your side on her inaugural chef-guided, immersive luxury culinary tour in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. From March 5th to March 13th, 2025, indulge in 8 days and 8 nights of exquisite epicurean experiences.

 

You will indulge in unique wine and local food tastings, Michelin star dining adventures, legendary French markets, magnifique private cooking classes deep in the heart of France, and so many more epic palate-pleasing encounters to delight all of your senses! Delve into the rich culinary history of the region and savor gourmet meals while delighting in 5-star accommodations.

 

To ensure an intimate experience, we are keeping the group small. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the flavors and culture of this French region on a gastronomical adventure of a lifetime!

We are partnering with the fabulous French tour company French Side Travel for this once-in-a-lifetime ultimate gastronomical luxury dream come true!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour with culinary expert & celebrity chef, Chef Tillie Kerna

  • Gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinners included unless otherwise noted

  • Many restaurants with celebrity and Michelin-starred chefs

  • 5-star luxury accommodations with French boutique hotels

  • Private drivers with luxury vehicles

  • Unique wine tastings including a visit to an underwater winery

  • Cooking classes with culinary experts

  • Private and unique food tours and immersive cultural experiences

  • All guided historical and cultural sites included in the program

 

INCLUSIONS:

  • Airport Arrival and Departure Private Transfers

  • Certified French & English speaking guides 

  • Platinum Priority Concierge Service with 24/7 Support & Assistance

  • Tourist Taxes

  • See "Highlights" above

  • All Meals unless otherwise noted

  • Welcome Gift From Chef Tillie upon arrival in Bordeaux

  • Detailed hourly itinerary. upon booking

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NOT INCLUDED:

  • International Airfare or Travel to and from BOD (Bordeaux International Airport) or Bordeaux Train Station

  • Travel insurance (all risks coverage highly recommended) to cover all risks and disturbances including but not limited to circumstances beyond our control such as injury, loss of life, accidents, damage, or loss of goods, airline & railway delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, and other conditions like sickness, natural disasters, wars, etc.

  • Leisure time with a list of suggestions at your own pace as noted in itinerary

  • Any personal expenses (gratuities in Euros, telephone calls, cellular data, laundry, shopping, table drinks, fees for the camera/videos at the monuments, etc.

  • Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions or itinerary.

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RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • Again, travel insurance is highly recommended

  • International Packing List & Recommendations from Chef Tillie <shop here> along with exclusive Travel Tips

 

DISCLOSURES:

In the rare event that French Side Travel is, for any reason, unable to confirm the reservation, an equal replacement will be offered.

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Chef Tillie and French Side Travel will require a travel waiver to be signed upon arrival in Bordeaux prior to the tour. Travel insurance is highly recommended (see above). 

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For any clarifications please reach out to Chef Tillie at cheftillie@cheftillie.com

Click for Detailed Itinerary

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Cost: $9755 (US) per person 

plus surcharge of $390 (4%)--see below

single occupancy room supplement: $1375 (US) 

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PAYMENT PLANS:

1. Payment Plan Installments: (per person)

$2500 | 05.September.2024--deposit is due to secure your spot

$1813 | 30.September. 2024--25% of remaining balance is due

$2721 | 15.October.2024--50% of remaining balance is due

$3111 | 15.November.2024--final balance, $390 surcharge included, and add-ons are all due (final payment of $2721 if not making payment online *see below)

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2. Split Payment Plan Installments: (per person)

(includes surcharge)

$5073​ | 30.October.2024

$5072 | 20.November.2024

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3.Payment in Full 

$10,145 pp | 20.November.2024 (includes surcharge)

$9755 pp | 20.November.2024 (no surcharge *see option below)

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please note: a 4% surcharge of total ($390 per person) is required for all credit card payments, this is included in the final payment--surcharge is nonrefundable* (see option below to avoid surcharge)​

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Cancellation  Policy:

  • If canceled on or before September 4th, 2024: the deposit refund will be issued (or 100% refund if paid in full)

  • If canceled on or before September 29th, 2024: refund of 75% of total monies paid to date (minus surcharge)

  • If canceled on or before October 14, 2024: refund of 50% of total monies paid to date (minus surcharge)

  • If canceled on or before November 14, 2024: refund of 25% of total monies paid to date (minus surcharge)

  • If canceled on or after November 15, 2024: any monies paid are nonrefundable

  • Surcharges are nonrefundable and included in online payments.

  • If you are joining the tour group after October and are splitting payment the same cancellation policy regarding date deadlines apply.

By submitting any payment you automatically agree to this cancellation policy

 

Slight changes to the itinerary may be made due to unforeseen circumstances but any changes will be equal in value to travelers' expectations. Please note: a late arrival meeting a driver for a transfer or tour will be considered as “no-show”. The missed service will not be refunded and late traveler(s) may be left behind and/or miss reservation to accommodate the set schedule.

 

​*To avoid surcharge we will accept personal checks if sent 2 weeks prior to payment due dates.

Please submit payment below via our secure online checkout:

à bientôt en France!

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