Highlights
Explore Carcassonne and Villandry
Discover Paris, Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, Arles, Lourdes, Bordeaux, Nice and Mont Saint Michel
Visit the Hospices de Beaune, Château de Villandry, Omaha Beach and Claude Monet's home at Giverny.
View the Papal Palace in Avignon, Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, Esplanade des Quinconces in Bordeaux, Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day Beach of Omaha in Normandy, the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées and Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris.
See the Roman Amphitheatre and the Cathedral in Arles
Scenic Drive through the Dordogne and the Loire Valley
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Beaune: Step inside the 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu, once a hospital for the poor and now a museum showcasing Burgundy’s medieval heritage. Admire its colourful patterned roof tiles, gothic architecture and beautifully preserved interiors as you explore the stories behind this historic building at the heart of Beaune.
Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
French Riviera: Travel along the Moyenne Corniche, one of the Riviera’s most scenic roads, as it winds between Nice and Monaco. From its elevated position, you’ll take in views across the Mediterranean, coastal towns and the surrounding hills, giving you a new perspective on this stretch of the French Riviera.
French Riviera: Step inside Fragonard Perfumery and discover the craft behind one of Provence’s best-known traditions. You’ll learn how flowers, essential oils and other ingredients are transformed into fragrance, see the techniques used by skilled perfumers and gain a closer look at an industry that has long been part of the region’s identity.
Monaco City: See Monaco Cathedral, where Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly were married in 1956. Set in Monaco-Ville, the cathedral is closely tied to the principality’s ruling Grimaldi family and forms an important part of Monaco’s royal story.
Carcassonne: Explore the fortified city of Carcassonne with a Local Specialist.
Lourdes: Explore Lourdes, globally renowned as a Roman Catholic pilgrimage site and attracting over three million faithful visitors every year.
Saint-Émilion: Take in the vine-laden surroundings and established wine-making heritage of Saint-Émilion.
Mont-Saint-Michel: Savour your first sight of the fortified island of Mont Saint-Michel and cross the causeway to explore the tidal island town.
Omaha Beach: Join an emotive journey tracing the story of the D-Day landings and visit Omaha Beach.
Giverny: View the gardens that inspired many of Impressionist Claude Monet’s most famous masterpieces.
Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
Villandry: Discover the Renaissance gardens of Château de Villandry with Local Specialist and environmental educator Elise. Learn how the team maintains these historic gardens using organic methods that support local biodiversity. As you explore, Elise shares the tools, techniques and challenges behind preserving one of the Loire Valley’s most iconic landscapes. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Loire Valley: A 15th-century retreat once favoured by Louis XIII, Château de Beauvois offers historic grandeur, set within a peaceful 40-hectare park in the heart of the Loire Valley.
Villandry: Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a delightful Be My Guest experience.
Scenic Drive through the Dordogne and the Loire Valley
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Beaune: Step inside the 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu, once a hospital for the poor and now a museum showcasing Burgundy’s medieval heritage. Admire its colourful patterned roof tiles, gothic architecture and beautifully preserved interiors as you explore the stories behind this historic building at the heart of Beaune.
Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
French Riviera: Travel along the Moyenne Corniche, one of the Riviera’s most scenic roads, as it winds between Nice and Monaco. From its elevated position, you’ll take in views across the Mediterranean, coastal towns and the surrounding hills, giving you a new perspective on this stretch of the French Riviera.
French Riviera: Step inside Fragonard Perfumery and discover the craft behind one of Provence’s best-known traditions. You’ll learn how flowers, essential oils and other ingredients are transformed into fragrance, see the techniques used by skilled perfumers and gain a closer look at an industry that has long been part of the region’s identity.
Monaco City: See Monaco Cathedral, where Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly were married in 1956. Set in Monaco-Ville, the cathedral is closely tied to the principality’s ruling Grimaldi family and forms an important part of Monaco’s royal story.
Carcassonne: Explore the fortified city of Carcassonne with a Local Specialist.
Lourdes: Explore Lourdes, globally renowned as a Roman Catholic pilgrimage site and attracting over three million faithful visitors every year.
Saint-Émilion: Take in the vine-laden surroundings and established wine-making heritage of Saint-Émilion.
Mont-Saint-Michel: Savour your first sight of the fortified island of Mont Saint-Michel and cross the causeway to explore the tidal island town.
Omaha Beach: Join an emotive journey tracing the story of the D-Day landings and visit Omaha Beach.
Giverny: View the gardens that inspired many of Impressionist Claude Monet’s most famous masterpieces.
Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
Villandry: Discover the Renaissance gardens of Château de Villandry with Local Specialist and environmental educator Elise. Learn how the team maintains these historic gardens using organic methods that support local biodiversity. As you explore, Elise shares the tools, techniques and challenges behind preserving one of the Loire Valley’s most iconic landscapes. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Loire Valley: A 15th-century retreat once favoured by Louis XIII, Château de Beauvois offers historic grandeur, set within a peaceful 40-hectare park in the heart of the Loire Valley.
Villandry: Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a delightful Be My Guest experience.
Itinerary
Indulge in the best of France on this 13-day city sightseeing tour that starts and ends in Paris. Journey through Carcassonne, Mont Saint-Michel, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley, staying overnight as a French lord or lady in an elegant château. This package is perfect for those who wish to walk in the footsteps of artists like Cezanne in Provence or bask in the luxury of Monaco’s playground. With accommodations, transport, meals, and expert guidance included, the tour caters to travelers who crave cultural inspiration and refined experiences. The USP? Exclusive château stays and immersive encounters with France’s most enchanting regions.
day 1Bonjour Paris
All the flavours of France come to life on this unforgettable journey, which kicks off in Paris, the 'City of Light'. Spend your day strolling past its iconic landmarks in search of hidden treasures, before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a dinner and an orientation drive through the city.
day 2Journey through Burgundy to Lyon
day 3Onwards to Avignon and the French Riviera
day 4The French Riviera and Monaco
day 5Admire Arles and Continue to Carcassonne
day 6Pilgrimage to Lourdes and on to Biarritz
day 7Venture to Bordeaux
day 8Discover Beautiful Saint-milion
day 9Explore a Chteau in the Loire Valley
day 10Off to Mont-Saint-Michel and the Normandy Beaches
day 11Journey to Paris
day 12Discover the Delights of Paris
day 13Farewell Paris
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Customer Reviews
The itinerary was well paced, the tour director was very amiable and so was the driver. The local guides all very knowledgeable. After the management change within Trafalgar, there are fewer included activities and too many optionals. in fact, it seems like the base price is to take you from place to place only and if we want to visit tourist attractions, we have to pay through the optionals.
I would have preferred longer stays in hotels. A bit too much packing & repacking . I loved most stops especially Giverny & the gardens . I thought the lunch experience at the farm was poor , too hot , no ventilation & not enough food .
It was a well balanced view of what France is all about. Given the time it's hard to see what could be improved.
It gave a good glimpse of places all around France.. To really see some places you need to be there for several days which isn't practical. The optional extras were good and educational. The itinerary gave you a variety of how you want to spend your day.
Great trip, covered the best of France.
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