This hands-on culinary experience introduces the traditional art of breadmaking in a charming Loire Valley setting. Led by an expert baker, the workshop offers an immersive look at time-honored techniques while exploring the aromas, textures, and craft behind classic French breads. Inside a village atelier, participants learn how natural starters are cultivated and maintained, and how dough becomes the foundation for baguettes, brioche, croissants, and other regional specialties.

Guided instruction highlights each stage of the process, from mixing and kneading to shaping and baking, creating an engaging atmosphere that celebrates both skill and creativity. Seasonal ingredients and fresh produce from the garden enhance the session, culminating in a homemade lunch featuring dishes prepared during the workshop.

Blending culinary heritage with local flavors, this workshop provides travelers a meaningful appreciation of French baking traditions and the satisfaction of creating artisanal bread in an authentic Loire Valley environment.

Duration:
Approximately 5 hours

Start Time:
9am

Inclusions:
Luxury minivan, services of a driver, Transportation to/from hotel or train station, Bread baking morning with a baker including Baguette, brioches and focaccias baking, Lunch with wine in the atelier, in the heart of the Loire Valley, visit of the vegetable garden, and taking back your own bread and original recipes to practice at home

Exclusions:
Personal insurance, personal extras, and gratuities

Meeting point:
Pick up from hotel or train station from Tours city

Ending point:
Same as meeting location

Important Information:
Please let us know if you have any disabilities, walking difficulties or dietary restrictions.

Maximum pax allowed on this tour is 6.

This tour operates daily, all year round from January 1 – December 31, except December 25, and January 1.