Toulouse and More in Winter
Overview
Toulouse is France’s 4th largest city and is known as the ‘ville rose’, because its red brick buildings turn pink at dawn and sunset. See the architecture, history and culture of this lively city.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Toulouse
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Toulouse (if Flight and Hotel package option is chosen)
- 7 nights of accommodation
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- 7 breakfasts, 2 tastings
- More Moments activities included:
- 1 audio-guided city tour of Toulouse by minivan
- Private oenology introduction workshop
- Introduction to chocolate making and tasting
- 1 dinner at the local Restaurant J’Go or similar
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Toulouse.
Day 2
Welcome to Toulouse
Upon arrival in Toulouse, take a private transfer to your hotel and check in.
Day 3
Toulouse: Sightseeing
Enjoy an afternoon guided city tour of Toulouse, followed by a dinner at a typical local restaurant.
More Moments Activities Included
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Audio-guided City Tour of Toulouse by Minivan
Arrive at your meeting point to start your 70-minute panoramic city tour to visit highlights like Place Wilson, Saint-Étienne Cathedral, the Palais-Royal Gardens, the Muséum de Toulouse, the Sorano Theatre, Quai des Tounis, the Museum of Abattoirs, the Japanese Garden and the Basilica of Saint-Sernin.
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Restaurant J’GO
Enjoy a typical Toulousain restaurant with a 3-course meal excluding drinks, while taking in the beautiful surroundings.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Toulouse: At Leisure
Take the day to check out the sights of Toulouse at your own pace. Toulouse is a lively city known for its artistic and musical traditions, with many open-air events held throughout the year.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Toulouse: Visit
After breakfast, visit a local chocolate shop and get creative.
More Moments Activities Included
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Introduction to Chocolate Making and Tasting
With a master chocolatier you will learn the history of chocolate and its manufacturing secrets. Then enjoy a complete tasting of cocoa beans, ganache, pralines and grand cru raw chocolates.
Meal(s): Breakfast and tasting
Day 6
Toulouse: At Leisure
After breakfast, spend the day in a museum such as the Cité de l'Espace, a scientific discovery centre focused on spaceflight.
($) Optional Activities
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The Cité de l'Espace Museum
Visit the Cité de l'Espace and discover the secrets of space! Explore the Moon, the Solar system, the observatory, the weather hub, and much more. See full-scale models of rockets as well as shows of various kinds.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Toulouse: Visit
After exploring Toulouse for the day, make your way to the meeting point for your private workshop at a famous wine bar.
More Moments Activities Included
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Private Oenology Introduction Workshop
Enjoy the evening while tasting 3 wines accompanied by a plate of 3 cheeses from an AOC local producer. The owner will present the tasting and initiation.
Meal(s): Breakfast and wine tasting
Day 8
Toulouse: At Leisure
Explore the riverside area of Toulouse as well as its many parks, most notably the Botanical Gardens (Jardin des Plantes) and the riverside Prairie des Filtres. Spend the day discovering Toulouse at your own pace.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Toulouse - Return to Canada
Take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults, or 1 adult and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults, or 1 adult and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Departures from November 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025
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Not included:
- Meals or drinks, unless specified
- Transfers, unless specified
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Local taxes
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
- Private oenology introduction workshop: Begins at 6:00 p.m. for approximately 2 hours (bilingual). Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Hotel transfer not included.
- Introduction to chocolate making and tasting is offered daily. Duration approximately 1.5 hours.
- 1 audio-guided city tour of Toulouse by minivan (daily with bilingual or French-speaking guide): Tour departs from 9 Rue Lafayette at 2:45 p.m. Hotel transfer not included.
Details regarding excursion meeting points will be indicated on your documents prior to departure.
Out & About - Suggested itinerary:
This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.
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City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in France and are payable in local currency upon arrival.
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.