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All travellers have a relationship with France, as the country of culture, gastronomy and world class arts – this country pulls all travellers. At Not in the Guidebooks specialise in activity holidays in France, it’s such a great place to learn new skills, unwind and meet new people.

There are wonderful local experiences to be had when you get off the beaten track in France. Wherever you go you’ll find beautiful winding streets and village square markets, long coastlines and massive mountain ranges. France really has it all and more. We love taking trips to France to develop a new skill or delve deeper into one of our hobbies. Whether you’re looking for a painting holiday, cooking holiday or any other kind of adventure, we’ve got you covered.

France is the destination for meeting new friends, being creative and deepening your knowledge. So, what are you waiting for? France is calling…

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  • Fantastic French Cookery Course in Brittany image

    Fantastic French Cookery Course in Brittany

    calendar/duration icon 6 Nights location icon France
    • Maximum 8 people per class - classes taught by a Michelin Trained Chef
    • 6 night accommodation with transfers from Lamballe Train station included
    • Visit to a local French market

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    £2970 pp
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  • French Culinary Adventure in the Loire Valley image

    French Culinary Adventure in the Loire Valley

    calendar/duration icon 6 Nights location icon France
    • Available March to October
    • Accommodation, transfers, all meals and day experiences included
    • 22 hours of cooking lessons with two professional chefs

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    £2884 pp*
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  • A Week of Yoga, Gastronomy and Culture in Provence image

    A Week of Yoga, Gastronomy and Culture in Provence

    calendar/duration icon 6 Nights location icon France
    • Available between April and November
    • Accommodation including breakfast, lunch and 5 dinners
    • Yoga or an activity included everyday

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    £970 pp*
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  • 8 Days Intensive French Cooking Course image

    8 Days Intensive French Cooking Course

    calendar/duration icon 7 Nights location icon France
    • All meals incl 3 course gourmet dinners with wine
    • All tuition from a Michelin star trained Chef
    • Armagnac distillery visit
    • Local village markets tour with foodie stops

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    £4354 pp*
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  • Culinary Adventure in Rural France image

    Culinary Adventure in Rural France

    calendar/duration icon 5 Nights location icon France
    • Available from March to October
    • Luxury Farmhouse Accommodation all meals included
    • Lessons from a professional masterchef with 35 years experience

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    £3974 pp
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  • Gourmet Explorer- Michelin Star Cookery Course in Carcassonne image

    Gourmet Explorer- Michelin Star Cookery Course in Carcassonne

    calendar/duration icon 6 nights location icon France
    • Runs in May and September
    • Relaxed cookery classes with Michelin Star chefs
    • Transfers, all meals and tuition included
    • Stay in a beautiful house with large swimming pool

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    £1974 pp*
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    Best Places to Visit

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    Nice

    Welcome to a city of azure seas, pristine beaches, fresh Mediterranean cuisine and lifestyle to match.
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    Gascony

    Rolling hills bearing winding vineyards, Gascony is a region best savoured slowly.
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    Normandy

    Windswept beaches, quiet village communities - there are wonderful experiences to be found in Normandy.
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    Provence

    Travel along roads that wind their way through the hills of Provence to find truly offbeat experiences.
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    Loire Valley

    Incredible chateaux, beautiful countryside, exquisite wine, all this & more in the Loire Valley.
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    Bordeaux

    Historical & cultural hub in a region of world-class vineyards, Bordeaux is a rewarding destination.
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    French Riviera

    Glitz and glamour await in a land where all pleasures & unique experiences can be found.
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    Biarritz

    Tucked away on the south Atlantic coast, France’s surf capital hides a number of offbeat experiences.
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    Toulouse

    A picturesque maze of cobbled alleys reveals a city on the forefront of France’s cultural scene.
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    Paris

    What can be said that hasn’t been said already, the romantic capital of the world sits on the Seine.
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    Nouvelle-Aquitaine

    A scene conjured up by gently ringing church bells & smells of boulangerie wafting through its streets.
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    Lyon

    The culinary capital of France, if you’re a food lover, look no further than this charismatic city.
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    Brittany

    Fishing villages, stretches of deserted coastline & all the cheese and bread you can eat, sounds like heaven.
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    French Pyrenees

    Lesser visited than the Alps but still incredibly beautiful, authentic, and truly off the beaten track, hiding idyllic villages and stunning wildlife.

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