The Secrets of the Puisaye-In the footsteps of Colette,potters & castle builders

France, France
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$261.38
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Overview
Duration
9h
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect

Roughly 150km southeast of Paris, this one-day tour takes you to the heart of the unspoilt Puisaye region of northern Burgundy. Situated between 2 major lines of communication, the Loire to the west and the river Yonne to the east, the Puisaye is a secretive place where time seems to stand still. This very rural area, made up of forests, lakes and fields bordered by hedgerows, also offers the visitor a host of cultural and historical sites. Your trip with us will be a voyage of discovery that will lead you in the footsteps of writers, potters and medieval craftsman. The excursion will take you to visit a local pottery, the Colette museum, as well as a local church to admire the medieval paintings. Certain days are market days (St Sauveur Wednesday and Toucy Saturday). We also propose options such as a visit to a local natural wine maker! We can pick you up from your accommodation in the area or from the local train station. Please enquire for other possibilities.

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Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Near public transportation. Infant seats available. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

included
What's included
included-item
Transport in 8 passenger minivan. Pick up & drop off from designated places. Visit to a pottery. Visit to admire medieval paintings. Driving tour to explore the Puisaye. A visit to a local natural wine maker. Entry/Admission - Poterie de la Batisse. Entry/Admission - Musee Colette
excluded
What's not included
excluded-items
Lunch in local restaurant (20/30€). Return train tickets Paris-Joigny
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When

09:30 AM

Operating days

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Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Grapes and Corks
Meeting Point

1: Place du Marché, Pl. du Marché, 89520 Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, France
2: Place du Marché, Pl. du Marché, 89520 Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, France
3: 2 Rte de Longueron, 89300 Joigny, France
4: Auxerre, France
Traveler pickup is offered
For clients coming from Paris by train you will be met at Joigny train station
Departure Paris Gare de Bercy 8.38 Arrive Joigny 9.51
Departure Joigny 19.12 Arrive Paris Gare de Bercy 20.24

Clients staying in local accommodation 30km radius from St Sauveur en Puisaye can be picked up.
For other departures please enquire

Cost for return ticket per person 50€