Highlights of France

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13 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Paris, France

Ends

Paris, France

Highlights

See the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower

Visit this charming town

Orientation of this gastronomic city

Visit the Principality

Visit an artist's paradise

View the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon

Explore the walled city

View St. Bernadette's Grotto

Visit this seaside resort

Orientation tour

Visit the famous wine village

Visit the Château de Chenonceau with your Local Guide

View the abbey

Hear about D-Day

Visit this picturesque port

View the cathedral

Visit this elegant Provençal town

View the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon

Explore the walled city

View St. Bernadette's Grotto

Visit this seaside resort

Orientation tour

Visit the famous wine village

Visit the Château de Chenonceau with your Local Guide

View the abbey

Hear about D-Day

Visit this picturesque port

View the cathedral

Visit this elegant Provençal town

Itinerary

France’s romantic countryside awaits on the "Highlights of France" tour, a 13-day exploration starting and ending in Paris. Wander through vineyard-laden Loire Valley, savor the glamour of the French Riviera, and uncover medieval towns from Beaune to Bordeaux. This easy-paced group trip is ideal for families and seniors, combining historic charm with culinary delights and scenic beauty. From WWII history in Normandy to the sun-drenched streets of Avignon, every stop is designed to enchant. With comfortable hotels, included meals, and expert guides, this tour’s standout is its seamless blend of France’s diverse regions—ensuring you fall in love with each unique locale.

day 1 - Arrive Paris

It's time to explore Pariss grand past, its dynamic present and exciting future. This is one capital city that doesnt hold back and doesnt expect you to either. Dive right into the history, culture and culinary delights of this extraordinary city, from the iconic Iron Lady to croque monsieurs, lazing on the banks of the Seine, or visiting museums and monuments. After checking in theres time to relax or explore the city your way, but you might like to get a head start on your sightseeing by joining a Choice Experience - a Seine cruise and scenic drive taking in many of the major sights.

Location Visited:Paris

Accommodation:Mercure Paris Porte d'Orleans

day 2 - Paris sightseeing and free time

The Parisians know a thing or two about beauty, elegance and a life well lived, which your full day in Paris will deliver in abundance. Hit the grand boulevards on a city sightseeing tour through the heart of the city conducted by your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs lyses, then perhaps choose to tread in the footsteps of Picasso and Dal during an optional visit to Montmartre, exploring the cobbled streets and Artists Square. Enjoy an optional dinner experience this evening.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Paris

Accommodation:Mercure Paris Porte d'Orleans

day 3 - Paris Beaune Lyon

Au revoir Paris. The City of Light will keep shining, but for now your sights are set on medieval Beaune where the official raison d'tre is the local wine. The beautiful marketplace and 15th-century Htel-Dieu are yours to explore before later continuing your journey to Lyon. Get your bearings during an orientation tour, then perhaps consider joining a Choice Experience delving into the rich history of the city and the classical French cuisine that helped make it famous.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Paris, Beaune, Lyon

Accommodation:Ibis Styles Hotel Lyon Confluence

day 4 - Lyon Aix-en-Provence Monaco French Riviera

Follow the Rhne Valley south and enjoy some free time in the Provenal town of Aix-en-Provence, founded by the Romans over natural hot springs. The last leg of your journey southwards stretches out to the shimmering Mediterranean coast, where the Principality of Monaco and the Cte d'Azur await. Keep your cameras at the ready as you drive along its elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco City, French Riviera

Accommodation:Ibis Cannes Mandelieu

day 5 - French Riviera free day

Ooh l l! A full free day on the French Riviera. Theres no shame in spending the day sprawled out on a sun-lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from the beach youll want to join your fellow travellers for an optional exploration of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill-town and, like some of its famous residents, youll want to linger here a little longer. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:French Riviera

Accommodation:Ibis Cannes Mandelieu

day 6 - French Riviera Arles Pont du Gard Avignon

Fuel up on a characteristically French breakfast of croissant and coffee before embarking on your next adventure. Today you travel west to the Camargue centre of Arles, where Vincent Van Gogh found inspiration for so many of his paintings. Next, you'll view the magnificent Pont du Gard, an aqueduct carefully constructed in the first century to supply fresh water. Continue to the heart of Provence and the city of Avignon which features one of the world's most incredible religious architectural legacies.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:French Riviera, Avignon

Accommodation:Ibis Avignon Sud

day 7 - Avignon Carcassonne Lourdes

Like a scene straight from the pages of a childrens storybook, Carcassonne stands proudly on a hillside behind fortified stone walls. Its undeniable charm is evident when you come across the towns 12th century architecture and turreted medieval castle. From fairy tales to the foothills of the Pyrnes, your next stop is the town of Lourdes where youll tread in the footsteps of the millions of pilgrims, who have made the journey to pay homage to St. Bernadette and view the basilica on top of the Grotto where she is said to have seen visions of the Virgin Mary. This evening presents an opportunity to join a procession by torchlight with the pilgrims a truly magical and moving experience.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Avignon, Carcassonne, Lourdes

Accommodation:Mercure Imperial

day 8 - Lourdes Biarritz Bordeaux

The beach is back on the agenda today, so get your hat and sunglasses ready for a trip to the glamorous seaside town of Biarritz on the Atlantic coast. Theres no need to think about what to do next. Take your cue from the European royals who have been visiting this resort town since the 1800s and find your new favourite spot on a wicker chair in the sun. If watching local surfers perform their stunts isnt enticing enough, you could choose a Choice Experience into theBasque country. After a good dose of sun, sea and lofty peaks, its back into the rolling countryside of Les Landes and onwards to our final destination of the day, Bordeaux.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Lourdes, Biarritz, Bordeaux

Accommodation:Ibis Centre Mériadeck

day 9 - Bordeaux Saint-milion Tours

After a night sampling Bordeaux blends and the citys eclectic mix of street life and well-preserved 18th century architecture, a new adventure awaits. The hilltop village of Saint-milion is an appealing stop for red wine lovers. This is chteau country and theres no better way to explore it than joining an optional wine tasting at a historic vineyard. Continue to your hotel by the city of Tours, known as the gateway to the Loire Valley.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion, Tours

Accommodation:Ibis Tours Centre Gare

day 10 - Loire Valley and Chteaux excursion

Indulge your inner king or queen when you embark on a whimsical tour of Chteau de Chenonceau with a Local Guide. This enchanting, fairy-tale chteau straddling the Cher River is the most photographed sight in the Loire Valley and its easy to see why. Explore its priceless collections of Renaissance art and furniture and stroll through the exquisite landscaped gardens before continuing to the royal town of Amboise where Leonardo da Vinci is said to be buried. Your encounter with French nobility not quite at its end, youll view the splendid Chteau de Chambord, one of the worlds most remarkable chteaux. Make the most of your last night back in Tours with an Optional Experience to visit the Old Town and enjoy Touraine cuisine in a traditional restaurant.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Tours, Chenonceaux, Amboise, Chambord, Tours

Accommodation:Ibis Tours Centre Gare

day 11 - Tours Mont Saint-Michel D-Day Landing Beaches (Omaha) Deauville

Only the epic sight of a medieval town rising out of the sea could compete with the beauty of the Loire Valley and your visit to Mont Saint-Michel will certainly not disappoint. Hear how the Archangel inspired the Bishop of Avranches to build a church atop this rocky outcrop, then continue your journey to the iconic D-Day landing beaches where thousands of Allied soldiers first landed on French soil, in what became the largest seaborne invasion in history. After a poignant stop at the Normandy American Cemetery at Omaha Beach, youll continue on to your hotel in Deauville. This elegant resort is renowned for its racecourse, harbour and high-profile international film festival held in September.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Tours, Mont-Saint-Michel, Omaha Beach, Deauville

Accommodation:Ibis Deauville Centre

day 12 - Deauville Honfleur Rouen Paris

Youll wish you had the talents of Monet during your brief visit to the colourful port town of Honfleur. Its easy to see why this 'most ravishing spot in the world' was immortalised on canvas by many of the worlds greatest artists. Next head to Rouen, where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. Despite this tragic episode, theres much to fall in love with here, from the cobbled streets to Gothic churches and the impressive cathedral. After a busy day engaging with all that history, return to the glittering French capital for the final evening of your adventure. Consider joining an Optional Experience dinner and a cabaret performance for a celebration of your memorable journey with new friends.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Deauville, Honfleur, Rouen, Paris

Accommodation:Mercure Paris Porte d'Orleans

day 13 - Depart Paris

And just like that, youve seen all the highlights of France. From Paris and beyond, youll be finishing your trip this morning with a lifetimes supply of memories. Say a fond au revoir to your Travel Director and newfound friends.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Paris

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Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

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Many meals and daily breakfasts included

Transport

Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Others

City orientation toursAudio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiencesExtensive variety of Choice Experiences

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