SHOPPING TRIPS & FOOD MARKETS

HERITAGE VISITS
NATURE EXCURSIONS
SHOPPING TRIPS

Shopping Trips

 

In Paris, D&A Private Tours guests benefit from personal shopping services at Le Bon Marché and La Grande Epicerie. Nearby the capital city, we make a stopover in La Vallée Village factory outlets, a paradise for fashion brands lovers. In regions, we give priority to food delights and indulge in Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse and the most picturesque traditional markets of Provence.

 

PARIS

Colette
Colette

Based in Paris at the beginning and end of every tour, D&A guests have a great deal of time for shopping, so a visit to Colette fashion boutique is a must. The rue Saint-Honoré concept store hosts the most exclusive selection of merchandise.  Virtually everything hip and trendy in Paris is there on display from homewares to jewelry and luxury apparel.

 
Le Bon Marche Rive Gauche
Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche is the first ever modern department store, opened mid-19th century along with Harrods in London. This unique upmarket store remains a symbol of a Parisian Art de Vivre that infuses the latest contemporary trends with culture and authenticity. We offer personal shopping services around all major departments to enhance your experience inside this temple of high fashion and style.

 
Le Bon Marche Rive Gauche
La Grande Epicerie de Paris

La Grande Epicerie de Paris is based on the ground floor of Le Bon Marché department store, so we never miss a visit to this high-end foodie paradise. With more than 30,000 items displayed in four main departments - fine groceries, fresh produce, wines and the production kitchens, La Grande Epicerie offers the most incredible variety of gourmet products. Leading light on the Paris gastronomic scene, this amazing store attracts food lovers from all over the world and delivers exceptional quality and taste.

 

CHAMPAGNE

La Vallée Village
La Vallée Village

Situated close to Disneyland, la Vallée Village is one of our favorite shopping destination featuring more than a hundred of upscale fashion outlet boutiques brought together in one single chic location. Designer brand products from past collections are sold there at prices discounted up to 60%. A dream location for striking great bargains before going back home.

 

PROVENCE

Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, one of the largest covered food markets in France, is an institution in the capital of gastronomy where around five dozen renowned traiteurs and merchants showcase their gourmet delights. Wine bars, oysters, chocolates, pastries, meats, poultry and breads - all the finest French food you can imagine is displayed under one single roof in a wealth of colors and and flavors. Before heading south, les Halles Paul Bocuse is a perfect setting for a brunch of shellfish and Sauvignon blanc around the stalls.      

 
Provence Traditional Food Markets
Provence Traditional Food Markets

When exploring the winelands of Luberon and Provence, strolling around traditional village markets is a delightful activity that captures the heart and soul of the Southern France lifestyle. Depending on the day of the week, l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, the Venice of Provence, or Saint-Remy and Vaison-la-Romaine are our favorite choices. Farmers markets showcasing fruits and vegetables, cheese, spices and olives in number of varieties, antique dealers and artisan crafts vendors, fragrant flowers kiosks, everything on the stalls is a source of enjoyment for the five senses. Abundant, colorful and so lively, these Provencal traditional markets are heaven on earth for food lovers and photographers alike.