Loire Valley

An Elegant Escape to the Garden of France

Island of Corsica

Sojourn to the Cap Corse & Haute Balagne

Burgundy

A Gourmet Expedition from Cellars to Chateaux

Occitanie

Cathar Castles to the Cotes Catalanes

Bordeaux

Premier Cru Getaway to the Right & Left Bank

Culture is food for the traveler’s soul

Leading experts in cultural travel, we design one of a kind private journeys to the most remarkable corners of Europe. Authentic, immersive, and personal to you, each Encounter is artfully shaped by unparalleled insider knowledge, local access, and our dedicated team.

Our Ingredients Are Key

Like great food, experiential travel takes time, passion and local flavor to make something truly special. Each Encounter is meticulously designed to include the finest ingredients, from exceptional boutique accommodations, privately chauffeured transportation, and regionally authentic dining, to knowledgeable experts and engaging cultural activities, all with the goal of bringing you the most enriching travel experience possible.

Encounters

Our custom Encounters are private touring experiences centered on regional exploration, which highlight robust cultural elements, such as gastronomy, wine, art, design, history, and artisan traditions. Each Encounter is personalized to be a distinct reflection of our travelers’ passions.

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Regions

Hear the rhythmic churning of bicycle wheels echoing through Ferrara’s cobblestone streets. Taste the warmth of the Mediterranean in the golden richness of a Catalonian olive oil. Feel a cool mist at your back as you wander along an ancient Ligurian port. Admire the fairytale villages of Lake Thun from aboard an antique paddle steamer. The CountryBred traveler engages in the world around them, one subtle moment at a time.

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