La Balade Gourmande - Explore Aix-en-Provence by night with Thomas
ID: GYG959936-1493393
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
What better way to end the day than with a sweet and savory experience in one of Aix-en-Provence's best spots? Enjoy local flavors in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
At the start of the evening, let yourself be seduced by the warm effervescence of Aix-en-Provence during a gourmet stroll that awakens your senses and delights your taste buds.
Start with a sweet initiation, before moving on to the savory flavors that make up the richness of local gastronomy.
Stroll down the famous rue d'Italie, a veritable paradise for gourmets, and discover the hidden treasures of its delicatessens, where every bite tells a story.
Continue your stroll through the heart of downtown, where you'll have the pleasure of sampling refined products such as truffles, savory turnovers, local aperitifs and many other specialties that reflect the authenticity and creativity of Aix's artisans.
Bring this gourmet interlude to a close in a warm and friendly setting, where an aperitif awaits you in good spirits. Choose between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, enhanced by local produce of impeccable quality, while enjoying the festive and welcoming atmosphere typical of the South of France.
This stroll, combining culinary discoveries and conviviality, offers an ideal end to the day to soak up the soul of Aix-en-Provence and celebrate its gastronomic treasures in a gentle, lively atmosphere.
Pro tip: come hungry! You'll need all the room you can get!
Sample tasting: Gourmet brioches, calissons, local syrups and spirits, empanadas, charcuterie, cheeses, tapenade.
Highlights
- La balade des gourmands - More than 15 tastings!
- The timeless stroll - Discovering traditions and new nuggets.
- The fun ride - A discovery tour alternating playful moments with relaxing breaks.
- The local stroll - Exclusively local products included!
- A rewarding walk - The guide loved giving us his little addresses and tips.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your guide will be in front of the entrance to the town's tourist office or, in case of rain, probably inside. To make it easy to find him, he'll be carrying a khaki-green cooler backpack (in which all your treats will stay cool!).
INCLUDED
- More than 10 stops at savoury and/or sweet food shops, drinks included;
- One bottle of water per person;
- Sitting breaks;
- Explanations of the town's heritage, Provencal customs and gastronomy in French and/or English.
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off;
- Tastings and visits to places not included in the itinerary;
- In general, any purchases made by the visitor;
- Bad temper!
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
