Montpellier Gourmet & Wine private Tour from Montpellier

 Explore Montpellier's culinary scene as you taste a variety of local food & drinks. Visit an indoor market and sample cheeses and seafood such as tielle or oysters. As you tour, learn about the history, culture & traditions of the city.

• Visit a local market or the Halles of Montpellier
• Taste Tielle or Pélardon goat cheese
• Sample delicious Languedoc red or white wines
• Immerse yourself in the world of Picpoul de Pinet
• Taste the Fougasse & local pastry

 Led by a local guide  who is knowledgeable about the area's food & drink scene and will provide insights and recommendations, discover the main sites of the charming medieval city center of Montpellier and taste regional specialties.  In total this gourmet tour includes tastings of at least 10 of our local specialties while admiring the historical district of Montpellier.
Program & Itinerary :   - Pick up at the dedicated meeting point in Montpellier - Start with the visit of a Market - Stroll through the historical centre of Montpellier - Enjoy several stops to taste the local cuisine - Stop for a wine tasting session

 Begin your guided walking Gourmet Tour of Montpellier in centrally located the Place de la Comédie in front of the Opera House and next to the Fountain of the Three Graces. Your first stop will be at the indoor market where you will taste there a selection of regional cheeses and some seafood delights that arrive directly from the neighboring port town of Sète.

Stroll through the picturesque medieval streets and sample the traditional “fougasse”. It is a type of flatbread that is typically shaped like a leaf or an ear of wheat and has a crisp crust and a soft, airy interior. Fougasse is often flavored with olive oil and herbs like rosemary or thyme, which give it a distinct and savory taste. It is a versatile bread that can be served as a side dish, as a base for toppings like cheese and vegetables, or simply enjoyed on its own. Other delicacies that you will sample on this gourmet tour include olive oil, tapenade, pastries, chocolate and Languedoc wines. 

• Montpellier Cathedral, Rue Saint-Pierre, Montpellier, France
• Place de la Comédie, Place de la Comédie, Montpellier, France
• Promenade du Peyrou, Rue la Blottière, Montpellier, France

Ophorus requires full payment to guarantee your booking. In case of registration one month or less before shore excursion date, payment is expected immediately. We accept payment by credit cards (Visa, Master card, American Express), There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments but booking process does incur a booking fee. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: 

Up to 72 hours prior to departure (Paris Time Zone) > no cancellation fees except the booking fees 

72 hours prior to departure and less > no refund 

No refund will be made if participants miss the tour due to a delay.

We accept no responsibility for theft or loss of personal belongings.

We reserve the right to modify all or part of the itinerary if necessary, depending on the availability of the wineries.