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Discover the art of slow travel in France: villages, food, wine, walking tours, countryside, river journeys and private experiences designed to help you slow down and experience more.

2027 may still seem a long way away. Our booking calendar doesn't seem to think so. At Détours & Guides, we are already working on 2027 and 2028 programmes, and 2027 is filling up very quickly. If you're planning a private journey, a family trip, a special-interest tour, an incentive, a group programme — or if you're a tour operator looking for reliable guides across France — now is a very good time to start the conversation. Because booking early isn't simply about sec

Explore the living heritage of Lyon’s silk industry with Détours & Guides. Meet master weaver Romain.