With a WHOLE WEEK of fun ahead of us, we're utilizing this section of our website to lay out our schedule and make planning as easy as possible. Any meals, wine tastings, celebrations, adventures, more wine tastings, etc. can be found here.
This page will be continuously updated as we plan excursions. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
PS - We fully want people to travel while in Europe! If you can't make it for the whole week, that's fine, we just want you to enjoy your trip!
**Breakfast of local breads, pastries, and coffee will be provided Sunday - Thursday
September 30, 2023
4:00PM - ARRIVE AT CHATEAU DE LA VALOUZE: Due to jet lag and varying schedules, this day will be focused on arriving and setting up. Please do not feel rushed to get in early!
October 01, 2023
As people continue to arrive, feel free to unpack, unwind, and explore the chateau grounds! || 4:00PM - LAWN GAME ICE BREAKERS:
We are beyond excited to have so many amazing people from all the parts of our lives collide in Bordeaux! Since there will be a lot of new faces, please feel free to join us for an afternoon of lawn games and drinks to break the ice and meet some new friends. || 6:00PM - FOOD TRUCK:
We've arranged for a local French BB-Q food truck to come to the chateau to provide a dinner option for any who do not want to venture into town. Please bring payment with you, it will be rotisserie meats with local sauces, fries, salad, and dessert.
ALL DAY: SAINT-EMILION DAY TRIP
Located in what is considered the "Right Bank" of the Bordeaux wine region, Saint-Emilion is a medieval town with roots stretching back 35,000 years. This breathtaking town is also know as one of the wine and food capitals of the world. Join us for a day of exploring! || 11:00AM - Buses Depart for Saint-Emilion from Chateau || 11:30AM - Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting || 1:00PM - Arrive at Saint-Emilion || You will have the day to explore the town as you wish. Jump from winery to winery, explore the famous restaurants and cafes, rummage through shops, or get lost in the winding alleyways || 9:00PM - Buses Depart to return to the chateau
October 04, 2023
6:00PM - REHEARSAL DINNER: Please join us and our families for a celebratory dinner at the chateau. Attire is cocktail casual.
October 05, 2023
WEDDING DAY! Please feel free to explore the local area the first half of the day before getting ready to party the night away! || Cocktail attire. 3:00PM - CEREMONY || 3:45PM - COCKTAIL HOUR || 6:00PM - DINNER || 8:30PM - RECEPTION
October 06, 2023
12:00PM - DAY AFTER BRUNCH: Please join us at the conclusion of our wedding week with a brunch at the Chateau.