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1. Beaujolais Wine Region

   by – Matt Vernick, Tour Manager, Europe One thing France is famous for many varieties of wine including the Bordeaux, Burgundy Loire Valley and Champagne wines to name but a few. One of the smallest wine regions by area also happens to be one of the biggest wine producing regions volume wise is the legendary Beaujolais Region, just north of Lyon. The Beaujolais wine... more »

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2. The Chateau

   Situated among the green rolling hills and vineyards of the Beaujolais Wine Region of France is Contiki’s own Chateau de Cruix, one of Contiki’s exclusive Special Stopover sites. Many of Contiki’s Concept/Budget Tours stay in the Chateau. If the Chateau is unavailable, tours stay in the nearby region or city of Lyon while some Time Out/Superior/Hotel Tours and Camping Tours also... more »

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3. Food and Drink - France

   From Crepes and baguettes to cheese and champagne – France is famous the world over for its food and drink. France is also well know for its escargot (snails) and frogs legs however you are also likely to find the locals dining on other French specialties like include duck l’Orange, beef Burgundy and sea food. Croissants are just the beginning as far as pastr... more »

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