The best way to
get to know France is through French wine.

Experience the fine wine regions of France. Now booking through 2026.

The Grande Krewe
Abroad Experience

All Grande Krewe adventures begin in Paris, with a four star hotel blocks from the Eiffel tower and a fabulous cooking class. We’ll then venture out to historic vineyards and hidden gems that Bob and Jane have discovered in their travels. You’ll learn about the regions and their wines, enjoying the sights, tastes and people that make them unique.

Check out our upcoming trips or get in touch to create your own custom adventure!

How We Travel

As the passionate owners of a wine and spirits store, your guides Jane and Bob bring industry expertise and a love of travel to every Grande Krewe Abroad adventure. To ensure an intimate experience, group size is limited to 8 adults – plus Deuce and Pearl of course. They offer the complete package – including hotels, transportation, wine tastings, and all meals except one. (Everyone needs a little alone time!)

Paris to Champagne

This 7-day adventure starts blocks from the Eiffel Tour and includes a jaunt through the charming hilltop village where Dom Pierre Perignon lived and worked. Join Jane and Bob in touring some of their favorite champagne houses, local gems, and historic sites.

3 nights at a
4-star hotel
in Paris

4 nights at a
5 star hotel
in Epernay

Delicious daily
breakfasts

Dinner at a
1 star Michelin restaurant

3 food & wine pairing experiences

6-7 private
wine tastings

Unique access to industry experts and local guides

All in-country
transportation

“Each day of the trip I was certain that
it was as good as it could get….but the
next day was even better!

No detail was overlooked and the food was as good as the wine! I will
definitely be going again.”

Carrie

Paris to the Rhone Valley

This 7-day adventure begins in Paris and takes us to the Rhone Valley by way of Avignon. Highlights include a private tour of the Pope’s summer residence, the Avignon Cathedral, and private wine tastings at Jane and Bob’s favorite wineries in Rhone’s Chateauneuf du Pape and Vasqueyras regions.

3 nights at
a 4-star hotel
in Paris

4 nights at
a 5 star hotel
in Avignon

Delicious daily
breakfasts

Dinner at a
1 star Michelin restaurant

3 food & wine pairing experiences

6-7 private
wine tastings

Unique access to industry experts and local guides

All in-country
transportation

Now Booking for 2026

May 31st - June 6th, 2026

Bordeaux & Cognac

October 4th - 10th, 2026

Champagne

October 18th - 24th, 2026

Avignon & Provence

Create your own adventure in France!

Wouldn’t you and your family or friends love to script your own unique wine or champagne trip to France?

Perhaps you’d like to pamper yourself with a spa experience. Perhaps you want to include a museum visit every day. Whatever your vacation goals may be, Grande Krewe Abroad can make it happen for you!

All we need is:

  • 6-8 committed travellers

  • Six months advance notice along with a deposit from everyone to start working on your dream itinerary

  • People who love wine and champagne!

Contact us.

Do you have questions about our upcoming trips? Are you interested in a custom itinerary for your group? We’re here to help.

redheadneworleans@gmail.com
(504) 330-0231