Self-Guided Tours of France 2024/2025

Self-guided tours are a great way to experience multiple towns, cities, and sites around France. The transport systems are good and easy to follow, making the country well-suited for independent touring. Take a choose-your-own-adventure style self-guided cycle tour around the Loire Valley, view famous artwork in the Louvre on your own schedule, or hit up the best gastronomic spots in Lyon and savor the moment. Self-guided tours of France give you structure and organization while still allowing time and space for independence and adventure at affordable rates. It’s the best of both worlds!

93 self-guided tours in France

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Chateaux of the Loire Walk

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8 day trekking and hiking tour in France, visiting Val de Loire, Chitenay and Chenonceaux. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Trekking and Hiking & Walking tours +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Train & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 2,675 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 Only 8 seats left
  • Apr 03 Only 8 seats left
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Cycle the Loire - Orléans to the Atlantic Coast

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13 day bicycle tour through Paris, Beaugency, Azay Le Rideau and 7 other destinations in France. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Boat & Ferry
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days13 From US$ 2,490 View Tour
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  • Apr 15 10+ seats left
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Cycle the Loire - Nevers to Orléans

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7 day bicycle trip in France, visiting Paris, La Charité-sur-Loire and Sancerre. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 1,290 View Tour
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  • Apr 15 10+ seats left
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Cycle the Western Front

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We were happy with the standard of accommodation, the locations were excellent, especially in Amien, ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 2,290 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 10+ seats left
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Cycling the Chateaux of the Loire - Upgraded

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8 day bicycle tour in France, visiting Val de Loire, Chenonceaux and Cheverny. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Food tours
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 3,440 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 Only 8 seats left
  • Apr 03 Only 8 seats left
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The Crusader Trail - Cathar Castles Walk

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7 day walking trip through Cucugnac, Camps-sur-l Agly, Quillan and 4 other destinations in France. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Walking tours & Trekking and Hiking +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Guest House & Hostel
  • Transport Train
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 1,190 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 10+ seats left
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Alsace Mountains & Vineyards

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7 day walking trip in France, visiting Alsace & Lorraine, Kaysersberg and Munster. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Walking tours & Trekking and Hiking +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Taxi
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 1,290 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 10+ seats left
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Dordogne River Walk

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9 day walking tour in France, visiting Rocamadour, Meyronne and Dordogne. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Walking tours & Trekking and Hiking +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Villa & Hut
  • Transport Boat & Taxi
  • Age Range 18-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 2,705 View Tour
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  • May 01 Only 8 seats left
  • May 02 Only 8 seats left
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Cycle Bordeaux to Biarritz

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8 day bicycle tour through Bordeaux, Lacanau-Ocean, Arcachon and 4 other destinations in France. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Ferry
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 1,890 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 Only 8 seats left
  • Apr 03 Only 8 seats left

Hilltop Villages of Provence Cycling

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5 day bicycle tour in France, visiting Provence, Roussillon and Maubec. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Age Range 18-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 2,090 View Tour
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  • Apr 03 Only 8 seats left
  • Apr 06 Only 8 seats left

The Way of St James by Bike

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16 day bicycle tour through The Way of St. James, Saugues, Aumont-Aubrac and 13 other destinations in France. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Adventure
  • Accommodation Hotel, Guest House & Hut
  • Transport Boat
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days16 From US$ 3,490 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 10+ seats left
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Atlantic Coast Cycle - Nantes to La Rochelle

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8 day bicycle tour through Val de Loire, Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, Bouin and 4 other destinations in France. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Bicycle tours & Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 1,590 View Tour
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  • Apr 02 10+ seats left
  • Apr 03 10+ seats left
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Paris, Madrid And Barcelona Tour

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7 day city sightseeing trip to Paris, Madrid and 1 other destinations traveling through France and Spain. Read More
  • Tour Type Independent Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Flight & Train
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 2,270 US$ 1,929
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  • May 28 Only 10 seats left
  • May 29 Only 10 seats left
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Europe Discovery Tour

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14 day adventure tour through London, Bordeaux, Barcelona and 6 other destinations in 5 different countries. Read More
  • Tour Type Independent Tour
  • Activities Adventure & Sightseeing Tours +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Flight, Train & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Dordogne gastronomic cycling trip
5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“A fantastic nine day trip through a beautiful section of the Dordogne, riding between hotels and visiting historic chateaus and towns along the way. The accommodation was excellent, the food was wonderful and the self-guided trip allows you to proceed at your own pace.”
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5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“This is a fantastic walk but quite strenuous. We used the maps provided and a compass and used the Route Notes to locate our accommodation. You need to be fit to really enjoy it and not feel completely exhausted. That said we absolutely loved it and were fortunate to have excellent weather.”
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5 - Excellent
  • Micha
“We saw so many places and it made our experience in Europe easy and enjoyable! I really liked travelling by train, it’s fast and you don’t waste time. Hotels were lovely and in beautiful locations. All guides were amazing and we loved tours in Nice and Barcelona!”

Self-Guided Tours of France

For inspiration, here are our favorite self-guided tours of France:

  • Experience the best of France on an independent tour: Inter-city transport connections in France are generally amazing. Easily check out the culture of Paris, the sunshine beaches of Nice, and the vineyards of Bordeaux all in one self-guided trip. Enjoy exploring these amazing cities at your own pace, all while having your trains and accommodation booked for you in advance.
  • Go on an Independent walking tour to Provence: The Haute Provence region and the Southern Alps are stunning areas for hikers and ramblers looking to embrace the French countryside. On a self-guided tour, get set up with all the navigation tools and have the post-hike accommodation organized in advance. You’ll be left to enjoy the spectacular scenery and landscapes safely and independently.
  • Follow the vineyard trail on a self-guided tour to Burgundy: France is famous for its wine and Burgundy is one of the top winemaking regions in the country. Hike or walk to each stop and enjoy pre-organized tastings and tours before heading to your booked accommodation. No need to think about a designated driver when you can wander from winery to winery!

Self-guided tours of France based on popular travel theme

Here are some of our most popular travel styles for independent France tours.

A woman on a walking trail in Brittany on a self-guided tour of France.
From the lavender fields of Provence to the stunning cliffs of the Cote D’Azur, France has some of the best walking routes to explore on your own.
A hiker following a trail in Les Vercors on a self-guided tour of France.
Whether you want to surf up a storm in Hossegor or bomb down the slopes in Morzine, self-guided tours are great for thrill-seekers and experienced travelers who crave independence and freedom.

Duration-based self-guided tours of France

It doesn’t matter if you only have a couple of days or you have time to kill in France, we have self-guided tours to suit all durations!

If you have custom requirements when it comes to designing the perfect self-guided tour, try submitting a customized trip request for France.

Travel experience and benefits of France independent tours

A group of people grab some street food in Paris.
Grab some amazing street good on an independent tour of France.
A woman takes a picture of Nice during sunset.
Save some money by booking an independent tour of France.
  • Follow a self-guided street food tour in Lyon. You can take your time with the delicious treats on offer.
  • You can take advantage of pre-organized transfers and train tickets. This is a good option if your French language capabilities aren’t amazing or you’re nervous about navigating a foreign public transport network.
  • Save money versus a fully-guided tour; you’re only getting the services of a tour guide or assisted travel company at certain times during your itinerary.
  • Solo travel can be scary, but self-guided tours bridge the gap between guided tours and completely unassisted solo travel.

Tips when doing self-guided tours of France

  • Learn some basic French. You don’t have a guide on hand 24/7 to help you out and not everyone will want to speak English.
  • Make sure you download the maps while you still have WiFi or mobile data. Signals can get spotty and you don’t want to be caught out. Better yet, get a paper map as a backup.
  • France is full of great spots but locals tend to know places that are off the beaten path!
  • Hiking in the mountains can be perilous if you’re not familiar with the area. With GPX maps and emergency support on hand, it gives you peace of mind while you adventure.
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