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THE UNIQUE EXPERIENCE OF A TAILOR-MADE TRIP

Each traveler is unique as each of our luxury travel. Castle & Wine French DMC combines French elegance and refinement with the best of local culture to provide the most memorable luxury holidays in the most beautiful regions

of France.

Our guiding principle is to create unique travel itineraries that give your customers a first hand experience of France’s legendary Art de Vivre, with a special care for welcoming and premium services.

A perfect expertise of our destination and strong partnerships are the best warranties to make your event a success.

Our concierge service will add the final “French touch” to your trip.

All your dreams will come true!

Through this brochure, we invite you to discover some samples of our 2016 creations.

Sébastien Dellenbach CEO and Founder

L’Agence de développement touristique de la France

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FASHIONABLE PARIS

Famously known as the fashion capital of the world, Paris has long been an embodiment of style, beauty and

elegance. Add a new and faboulus chapter to your Parisian story by visiting some of the most iconic fashion houses of the world. A unique rendez-vous with French luxury icons like Chanel, Yves Saint Lauren or Hermès. Add some french touch to your wardrobe with with a dedicated private stylist and indulge in fabulous fashion, accessories and jewelry. Discover the city’s most famous boutiques as well as hidden treasures known only to locals… while drinking champagne!

SPLENDOROUS PARIS

Steeped in history, Paris has many architectural highlights and museums to explore: the Eiffel Tower, the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, the Champs Elysées, the Arc of

Triumph, the Bridge Alexander III... but the magic especially happens inside. A visit to a stately home with a high class service in or around the capital is invaluable in bringing the city to life; it allows you to imagine what kind of people would have walked through the courtyards and arches of the Louvre, the Palais Royal, and the Place de Vosges.

PARIS IN LUXURY

Welcome to a different kind of Paris vacation. Stay in your own luxury Paris apartment or mansion and experience a holiday

like never before. Attend in VIP conditions the most prestigious operas and ballets at the Opera Garnier. Reach your Parisian destinations in style – take a ride in a personalized and luxurious limousine or explore the city in a prestigious car. Or get off the ground and have a unique view of Paris by helicopter.

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WELCOME TO BORDEAUX

Indulge in the pleasures of southwestern France, its exquisite restaurants, luxurious chateau living and magnificent wines only one hour away by plane from Paris. Bordeaux also known

as “Petit Paris“ is as beautiful as the capital but even more French. You will be overwhelmed by the magnificent beauty of Bordeaux which is listed at the UNESCO world heritage. Trenched in the 18th century architecture, Bordeaux is filled with private mansions, theaters and museums, tree-shaded paths and broad avenues will invite you for walks. The narrow streets are filled with quintessentially French restaurants and lead to the longest pedestrian shopping street of whole Europe.

WORLD’S BEST VINEYARDS

Welcome to the oldest fine wine region in the world! Bordeaux is a mythical destination for wine lovers who also

love fine living. The wine region contains some 6.000 castles, classified villages, medieval towns, archaeological sites and Romanesque churches. Visit some of the most prestigious vineyard Castles with friendly hosts and learn all about the intricate and fascinating history of Bordeaux and its wines.

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DISCOVER THE PERIGORD TRUFFLE

Truffles, with their exotic perfume and exalted status are one of the most luxurious culinary ingredients in the world. The truffle has been

discovered during the Antiquity and they have been esteemed as a delicacy from ancient times. The truffles found in the forests of Périgord, France, have been highly regarded since the 15th century. Hunted with pigs or with dogs nickname: the black diamond.

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MONACO

Located in the heart of the French Riviera, the Principality of Monaco is the temple of the palaces, luxury casinos and shopping. Only 20km from Nice

International Airport, Monaco is one of the smallest countries in the world and one of the richest. The country is all about «Luxe, Calme et Volupté» according to the poem by Charles Baudelaire, famous French writer, in “L’invitation au Voyage“ (Invitation to Travel).

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CITY, NATURE AND SEA

France’s Provence is home to some of the most beautiful destinations in the world. The mediterranean coast has a

rich history going back to the Ancient Greek colonization and Roman rule. Celebrities, artists and royals can’t get enough of the French Riviera’s sunny glamour. The charm of the belle époque lingers on in Cannes’s plush palace hotels, Nice’s palm-filled promenade and the private villas of Juan Les Pins. To discover it all, hop on a private yacht from Saint-Tropez and admire the view or take a tour in the back roads, admiring the lavender from a privileged perspective and make the most of the amazing region.

MARSEILLE

The second biggest city in France has a Mediterranean climate and 300 days of sunshine. People have leaved here for

2,600 years and its mix of cultures is so varied that Alexander Dumas called it “the meeting place of the entire world”. Here, the sun, the Mediterranean Sea, incredible landscapes and famous monuments compete to seduce you. Discover Marseille through its millennial history and its museums, stroll in its parks and its gardens...

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YOU WILL REACH THE UNREACHABLE

Have you ever dreamed of a landscape where white snow and blue skies are as far as the eye can see? The French Alps are renowned for their incredible scenery complete with breathtaking mountains, rolling foothills, and pure lakes

and rivers. The French Alps stretch more than 1,000 km and 35,000 m2. Its prize peak is Mont Blanc, which, at 4,807 m (15,771 ft), is Europe’s highest. It is up to you: you can watch the wonderful landscape from the ground with hiking boots, or admire the view from the sky in your private jet.

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SPORTS, NATURE & OPEN AIR

Well-known resorts such as Megeve, Chamonix, Val d’Isere and Courchevel make the French Alps a world famous destination for skiing, with

Chamonix, host of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, known as its capital. The French Alps have long been a favorite destination for luxury ski holidays. Enjoy some of the best ski slopes in Europe, climb the most beautiful summits or play golf in the best spots…

PRESTIGIOUS COTTAGES

A stay at a luxury cottage or as French call it a “chalet” is perfect if you would like a deluxe holiday in the Alps. The cottages provide sweeping views over the

mountain panorama and a romantic place to watch the sunset. Each cottage is staffed with friendly, experienced personnel including a private chef, manager, host and a dedicated in-resort chauffeur service.

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The Loire Valley, only one hour and a half drive southwest of Paris, offers France’s greatest collection of chateau experiences. This

region has been included on the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites as a living cultural landscape. While there are almost a thousand castles to visit consider visiting the region’s three most interesting chateaux: Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny. The Chateau de Chambord is one of the most extravagant chateaux of France with elaborate rooftop of 800 sculpted columns and over 440 rooms and don’t miss huge double-spiral staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci himself.

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THE ROYAL FRANCE

It is said that “The Loire is a Queen and Kings have loved her”. Truly the Loire has been the home of Kings since the 10th century. Through out history the

Loire Valley was the place where most of the French royalty preferred to spend the bulk of their time. During the Renaissance, the Kings and Queens of France were the champions of intellectual and artistic creation. The result is an heritage of accomplishments for all time in the arts and literature, in addition to wonderful examples of resplendent architecture, landscaping and gardens.

THE BEST OF FRENCH GASTRONOMY

It is easy to understand why French food has long been the envy of the world. Indeed French cuisine is characterized by its extreme diversity and style.

French cuisine comes down to mixing flavors together, layering tastes to master techniques to truly savor and enjoy your food choices each and every time you take a bite. Your taste buds will probably be the most excited, as you discover the rich buttery sauces and the artistic pastries. But it’s not just the food they make that’s so special, it’s the way they think about their cuisine.

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YOUR STAY AND TRANSPORTATION

Our services make getting to and staying in any destination of France an enjoyable and premium experience:

VIP hospitality in any airport, private mansion, exclusive luxury appartements, limousine service, private driver, sports or luxury cars rental, private jet and private yacht rental.

NO LIMIT CONCIERGERIE SERVICES. THIS IS WHAT YOUR CUSTOMERS DESERVE

Our team is devoted to meeting the needs of the most demanding

travelers and exceeding their expectations to assure them high quality services and to create exceptional moments for them, even in last minute.

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VIP & A LA CARTE SERVICE

We have selected for you a large collection of premium hotels, castles and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Here is a sample of services you can have access to: private museum or gallery visit, upscale restaurant reservation, cuisine course with a starred chef, sport & cultural events tickets, VIP & Fashion shows access, personal shopper with VIP access in famous Fashion House, medical staff & equipments, bodyguards, photographers and video makers, personal wedding planners. Our partners are strongly selected and regularly inspected.

BUSINESS SERVICES

For the busiest travelers you can count on us to provide the best business services: personal secretariat, logistics, cargo

services for shipments all over the world, translation services…

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