Top France Day Trips - page 13

There’s a lot to see in Alsace, so leave the itinerary to an expert with this private wine tour from Basel. Offering a half- or full-day trip with a personal touch, the experience is planned around you, but typically includes visits to a selection of family-owned wineries in the Alsace or Baden-Württemberg regions. You’ll learn about viticulture, have time for questions, and, of course, taste prestigious wine as you go.

Explore the diverse cultural flavors of Marseille on an immersive small-group walking tour. This delightful experience is perfect for curious travelers seeking to indulge in the authentic tastes of the city. Enjoy insights into Marseille's rich culinary history and traditions as you follow your food-loving guide through markets, shops, and street food stalls. Featured bites include an Algerian delight, a Provencal biscuit, and the city's iconic aperitif.

Opt for a private driver-guide with door-to-door transport from your accommodation and you customize your time during your visits to the gorges of the Verdon , known to be the great canyons of Europe and ,photograph purple lavender fields with the snowy Alps in the background, Visit the charming medieval village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie for lunch.

Nice is surrounded by some of the world’s most scenic destinations, but getting there requires expensive car rentals. Skip the hassle of arranging your own ride with this relaxing day trip, which makes stops at five different stunning locations—plus lunch. Stroll the boulevards of glamorous Nice, visit a traditional perfumery, see sun-swept violet fields, and tour the hilltop art mecca of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, all in one outing.

The Medoc is one of the most important wine regions in Bordeaux, famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot wines. With this private tour, you’ll have the chance to visit three Medoc wine châteaux in one day as you visit the traditional winemaking villages of Margaux, St Julien, Pauillac, or St Estephe. At each vineyard, enjoy an expert-led wine tasting, learn about Bordeaux wines and winemaking, and sample a variety of robust reds.

Escape the bustle of Bordeaux for a seaside getaway on this trip to the Bay of Arcachon. Don't worry about having to hire a car, with transportation sorted for you. With your local guide and small group, journey southwest by van to the white-sand beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune, the highest sand dune in Europe, before enjoying lunch.

With just one day in port in Cannes, a private tour means you can explore at your own pace and maximize your time in the French Riviera. This full-day shore excursion takes in the highlights of Nice and Eze village, before crossing the border to Monaco and Monte Carlo, and finishing with a stop in Antibes.

Discover many of the Somme’s most important monuments and memorials—without worrying about logistics—on this small-group, full-day tour from Paris. Following morning pickup from your accommodation, travel via air-conditioned vehicle to the site of some of World War I’s most pivotal conflicts and pay tribute to all those who lost their lives. This itinerary, focused on Australian soldiers and history, visits landmarks including the Australian National Memorial, Lochnagar Crater, and Museum of the Great War.

The UNESCO-listed Chartres Cathedral is considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture—but getting there from Paris on your own isn't always easy. Skip the hassle with this private, half-day tour that offers a seamless experience. Following pickup from your Paris hotel, and with just your guide for company, visit the cathedral and spot details and hear stories you wouldn't encounter on your own.

Get up close and personal with the scenery, and travel around with ease, when you set off on a half-day e-bike tour of the Côte d’Azur. After meeting your guide in central Nice, where you’ll pick up your electric bike and helmet, you’ll follow coastal roads to some of the region’s prettiest corners. Ascend hills with ease thanks to your bike, follow along the famed Grande Corniche route, pause in the medieval town of Villefranche, and access areas that are otherwise hard to get to on foot or by car.

Enjoy a perfectly indulgent introduction to the Champagne region when you book this full-day, small-group tour from Paris. In the morning, make your own way to Paris’ Gare de l’Este and hop aboard your train (tickets are included in the tour cost). Upon arrival in Reims, meet your guide at the tourist office and set off on foot. You’ll visit the Reims Cathedral before transferring to the world-famous Veuve Clicquot for a tour and tasting. After lunch, enjoy two more Champagne house tours and tastings before returning to Paris.

Spend a day exploring Aix en Provence, Cassis, and Marseille with this private tour from Marseille. Your guide will pick you and your party up at your hotel and take you out on a day of adventure. Highlights include a stop at Cape Canaille and a guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau in Aix, with plenty of free time built in to explore at your leisure.

Explore Egypt’s top ancient sites on this full-day private guided tour to the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Enjoy private transfers with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo and discover the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Step Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Bent Pyramid, and more with a guide on site.

Visit three picturesque Provence towns known for their association with Van Gogh on this art-centric private tour from Marseille. Start in historic Arles, home to the famous café from “Le Café de nuit” and an impressive ancient Roman theater. Continue to the hilltop town of Les Baux de Provence, where there’s time for an optional visit to the Les Carrières de Lumières art exhibition, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where Van Gogh spent time at a psychiatric hospital.

Visiting Disneyland® Paris and want to spend a day in the City of Light? This full-day trip makes getting to and from the French capital simple. Depart directly from Disney and travel via comfortable coach. Upon arrival, you’ll be dropped at the Eiffel Tower (admission not included), and will have half a day at leisure to explore independently. Finish your Paris trip with a narrated cruise along the Seine.

Monet and Van Gogh left a lasting legacy in France, but following in their footsteps is tricky without local knowledge. Learn about both artists on this private trip to Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise from Paris. Visit Monet’s house and gardens, then explore where Van Gogh spent his last days. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to both locations, saving you time in line so you can spend it exploring instead.

Discover the must-see highlights of the French Riviera with À la Française! Meet your friendly English-speaking local guide at 10:00 am and explore Nice by minibus and on foot. Enjoy views over the port and city viewpoints, then stroll through the Old Town, Cours Saleya Flower Market, famous squares, gardens and the iconic Promenade des Anglais. Learn about Nice’s history and local dialect, Nissart. After a short lunch break in Nice, depart at 1:00 pm for Èze, Monaco and Monte Carlo. Admire panoramic coastal views, visit the local perfume factory in Èze and enjoy a tasting of local specialties. Stop in La Turbie for stunning views over Monaco. In Monaco, explore the Old Town, the Cathedral and the Prince’s Palace Square. Experience the Formula 1 Circuit by minibus and discover the luxury of Monte Carlo, its Casino and Hotel de Paris. Return to Nice around 6:45 pm. >Lunch not included. >Traffic may be heavy in high season. >Tour unavailable during the Monaco Grand Prix.

See the historic sights of Provence more intimately with a small-group tour. You'll travel around the must-see towns of Arles, Avignon, Saint-Remy-de-Provence, and Les-Baux-de-Provence by air-conditioned vehicle, chatting with your guide as you go. Tales of Vincent van Gogh and his time in the region are part of the commentary.

With so much to see, it can be tough to know how best to explore the American D-Day sites on your own. On this half-day small-group tour, visit a curated selection of some of the most significant locations of World War II, including Omaha Beach, Utah Beach, and the German bunkers atop Point du Hoc.

Hop aboard an e-bike for a full day tour exploring one of the most beautiful regions of France : the Luberon. Enjoy cycling through Provence's stunning landscapes filled with vineyards, and olive trees. Experience the best of Provence on a day trip by e-bike from Aix en Provence! We recommand suitable outfit for the bike, sportswear and footwear.

To understand the history of World War I, few experiences are more rewarding than visiting the actual French battlefields where soldiers fought for their lives. With this guided tour from Paris, history enthusiasts can see where US Marines fought the German soldiers in Belleau Wood. Visit actual trenches and bomb craters, see the graves in the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, and stop at the Devil Dog Fountain—all with a guide to lead the way.

Seeing the Champagne region in a small group allows for unhurried exploration—something that large tours can't offer. This full-day tour from Paris limits group size for an intimate experience, and follows an efficient route through key regional landmarks, including Reims Cathedral and the Verzenay Lighthouse. Finish with a guided Champagne tasting, and learn how the flavors reflect production traditions.

With just one day in port in Cannes, use your time to take in the highlights of the French Riviera. On this private shore excursion, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and customize your tour, spending longer at the sights that interest you most. Stop at villages including Eze, La Turbie, Antibes, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence; cross the border to Monaco to see the Prince’s Palace, Monte Carlo Casino, and the Formula 1 track; and stop at the Palais des Festivals and La Croisette in Cannes.

Spend a day away from Paris and discover three of the most renowned châteaux—Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord—in the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley. This small-group tour offers the best of both worlds, combining convenient shared transport and prepaid tickets with free time to visit each castle independently. Find out which castle the royals favored, where Leonardo da Vinci’s remains are buried, and which castle is so magnificent that it boasts its own UNESCO status.