Curated travel experiences
Claire de Lune Journeys creates one of a kind itineraries in France and around the world to discover the local culture of food and wine with elegance and authenticity and enhance the life of food and wine lovers alike.
Bonjour,
My name is Claire Ducrocq Weinkauf. I am a French native and proud dual citizen of the United States. I am the owner and winemaker of Picayune Cellars. My tasting room and mercantile store are located in Calistoga, CA – in the Napa Valley.
Back in 2017, my first club members started asking me to take them to visit France. At first, I thought it was crazy, but when I started thinking about it, I became inspired. The first trip happened in 2018 in Sancerre, we had a fabulous time. It was really special for me to share my country and all the things I love. Since then I never looked back. I pick locations which excite me and I can give insights that one might not otherwise see.
The groups have been as small as 10 people on a catamaran in Corsica and up to 30 people on a super yacht in Croatia. Most of the time, it is 20 of us cruising on a barge in the French canals.
Our trips are very much a reflection of the lifestyle I champion. We visit villages, historic sites, food and wine producers. We play pétanque in the evening and enjoy local food and wine prepared by a trained chef. Le paradis!
A bientôt,
Let’s go explore the South of France and a section that is often forgotten, Camargue: land of the salt, French cowboys and 2,500-year-old cities. Of course, we will stop for oyster farms, olive oil tastings, and we will enjoy plenty of wines alongside gourmet meals onboard.
After the barge trip, I am offering a special opportunity to visit a few of my favorite under-the-radar wineries and black truffle markets, with a few more surprises along the way!
Cruise in Camargue
I am so excited to offer this trip again. It is truly one of my favorite itineraries.
Embark on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin for an authentic and traditional cruise in the heart of Alsace. You will discover a colorful heritage and monuments that reflect their history through exciting visits.
Barge Trip through Alsace
Explore Chile, from the diversity of its wine regions on the Pacific coast to the rich agricultural area of Colchagua. Then let’s embark for some lunar terrains in the Atacama desert - one of the highest and driest in the world. We will end our journey down in the wild Patagonia and hike in Torres del Paine National Park, and marvel at the Grey Glacier. Looking for the experience of a lifetime? Continue to Antarctica with me!
Chile and Antarctica in 2026!
