Top France Day Trips - page 7

If you’re docking at the Port of Le Havre it’s only natural to want to experience the City of Lights while you’re in the area. On this full-day shore excursion tour, see some of Paris’s most iconic sights from the Seine River as you bypass the busy city streets by taking a river cruise.

The neighboring wine appellations of Pomerol and Saint-Emilion produce some of Bordeaux’s most celebrated wines, and this full-day tour visits both in one day. Visit two Grand Cru Classé wineries, learn about the winemaking process on behind-the-scenes tours of the wineries, and enjoy exclusive guided wine tastings led by a WSET-certified wine expert. Along the way, visit the UNESCO-listed town of Saint-Emilion, and enjoy a picnic lunch at a wine chateau.

The Bordeuax region is world-famous for its wines, so explore its wine highlights in just one day with a comfortable small-group tour. Watch the countryside and vineyards go by from your air-conditioned vehicle as you learn about the region. Explore the UNESCO-listed medieval village of Saint Emilion, and take a guided tour of a hand-picked selection of local wineries to expand your wine knowledge. A picnic lunch and water are provided, so there's no need to carry around food and drink. And, of course, enjoy plenty of wine tastings throughout the day.

Check off all the highlights of Monaco and the eastern French Riviera on this half-day tour—and make it back to Nice in time for lunch or dinner. Minimize driving time by taking the scenic Middle Corniche road, stopping in the perfume town of Èze along the way. On arrival in Monte Carlo, there’s time to see the Monte Carlo Casino, the Prince’s Palace, and the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.

When staying in St Malo, why not take a trip to Mont St Michel to visit the abbey, walk the cobblestoned streets, and maybe even meet a monk who lives there. Your guide will show you all around, even taking you to where you can hear the Gregorian chants at mass time. This tour includes transport to and from St. Malo, so you don’t need to worry about transportation.

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.

Discover three historic Provence villages on this private tour, including local favorites that many travelers miss. Explore the picturesque medieval streets of Olllioules, visit the hilltop castle and enjoy views over the vineyards at Le Castellet, then stroll around the colorful fishing village of Sanary-sur-Mer. Along the way, stop to enjoy a wine tasting at the Maison de Vin in Bandol.

Enjoy the most convenient and personalized way to see the always-popular Palace of Versailles on this full-day, private tour from your Paris hotel. Following convenient transit, enjoy this UNESCO-listed wonder. Step back in time as you explore such rooms as the opulent Hall of Mirrors. Then, see more than many other visitors do when you tour the palace's lavish gardens, the Queen's Hamlet, the Grand and Petit Trianons, and more.

See the best of beautiful Provence during a small-group day trip from Nice. Spend time visiting coastal Cannes, home of the world-famous film festival. Take a guided tour of a perfumery in Grasse, explore the medieval hilltop village of Gourdon, and roam the galleries and boutiques of Saint Paul de Vence. Transportation is taken care of, so you’re free to relax and enjoy the day. A small group size of no more than eight people ensures plenty of personalized attention from your guide.

Seeing multiple Loire Valley castles in a single day can be difficult without a car and careful planning. This small-group tour from Paris simplifies the experience, limiting numbers to eight travelers and following a time-efficient route to three well-known chateaux in just one day. Learn about each site from your driver-guide and enjoy free time to explore the interiors and gardens at your own pace.

Maximize your time on the French Riviera—and visit two countries in just one day—on this private day tour from Cannes. Begin in the medieval village of Èze, where you can admire sweeping sea views and tour the Fragonard perfume factory. Then, continue to the principality of Monaco, stopping for key sights including the Prince’s Palace, Monte Carlo Casino, and Grand Prix circuit.

Indulge in a full day of wine tasting as you roam the vineyards and medieval villages of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of the region’s most important wine appellations. Explore the villages of Gigondas, Vacqueyras, or Séguret, stopping at traditional wineries to sample both red and white wines and learn the secrets of local wine production. This small-group tour from Avignon includes hassle-free hotel pickup and a delicious 2-course lunch.

Soak up the Loire Valley’s stunning scenery—with none of the hassle of planning—during this small-group, full-day excursion from Paris. Avoid the stress of public transportation and travel in a comfortable, chauffeured Mercedes. Visit three historic chateaux, with entrance tickets provided. Plus, tours include an exclusive wine tasting with five regional wines.

Get to know the best of the Alsace region with this full-day tour from Strasbourg. Travel on scenic roads through green hills and Alsatian vineyards. Wander the cobblestoned streets of the charming towns of Colmar and Eguisheim, and explore the village of Riquewihr inside Medieval walls. Cap off a magical Alsatian day with a visit to the 12th-century castle of High Koenigsbourg. Get personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide throughout with group size limited to eight people.

Experience two day trips in one during this private, full-day tour to Versailles and Giverny. Spend time at the famous Palace of Versailles with a knowledgeable guide, then stroll through the house and gardens of Claude Monet. Guided tours include admission tickets and private, luxury round-trip transportation from Paris in a Wi-FI-equipped vehicle.

Spend a morning sampling Languedoc wines on this small-group tour of the Pic Saint-Loup wine region from Montpellier. Discover the winemaking process as you explore the vineyards, take part in guided wine tastings at two different wineries (one if you book on a Sunday), and enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with one of the winemakers.

Van Gogh drew lived, worked, and ultimately perished in Provence, but following in the footsteps of the acclaimed but troubled artist can be difficult without a private vehicle. During this half-day, small-group tour from Avignon, you’ll uncover top sites related to Van Gogh’s life and career. Visitors will also get a chance to see reproductions of Van Gogh paintings—plus the original of *Le café de nuit.*

Discover the magic of Christmas time in Alsace, on this small-group guided Christmas Market tour from Colmar. You won’t have to worry about organizing transport, as Colmar hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. Get the most out of your trip, by passing vineyards and tasting local wine. You’ll see multiple small towns and villages, and get to visit magical Christmas markets on the way.

Visit three of the most spectacular châteaux in the Loire Valley, all UNESCO World Heritage sites—and leave all the transit and logistics to someone else—on this hassle-free, full-day excursion. Following an early-morning start time in the heart of Paris, hop aboard your climate-controlled coach and head into the scenic countryside. Explore the châteaux of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny; with tickets included, have free time to tour them independently, at your own pace.

Don’t spend your layover in Paris trapped in the airport. Make the most of your limited time with this private layover tour. Get picked up at Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport in an ecologically friendly electric car. Then, spend a half-day exploring sights like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, or Louvre Museum before heading back to the airport to board your onward flight.

Visit three Provencal towns—Arles, Les Baux de Provence, and St Rémy de Provence—in one day on this full-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Drive through the Alpilles mountains to St Rémy de Provence, known for its ancient Roman walls and lively market. Continue to Les Baux, where Van Gogh was treated as a psychiatric patient, then gain further insight into Van Gogh’s life and works in the UNESCO-listed town of Arles, also known for its Roman ruins.

Devote a day to the wines and traditions of one of France’s most celebrated wine regions on this full-day small-group tour from Bordeaux. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, criss-cross Bordeaux’s vineyard-covered hills and visit several wineries to indulge in tastings. A gourmet picnic lunch is included.

The fertile vineyards around Lyon are widely considered to produce France’s finest wines, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this tour, spin through the Lyon countryside by air-conditioned minivan with your guide, and visit two of the family-run wine estates for which the Beaujolais region is famous. You’ll explore the cellars and vineyards, with tasting sessions along the way.

I offer an unique excursion at the Arcachon Bay. Welcome to the tallest sand dune in Europe, you will enjoy the wonderfull view of Landaise Forest, Cap Ferret, Ocean and the Bay. The guide stay with you during the Dune and take time with each person to enjoy the best. After the Dune, Stop to the belvedere tour in Arcachon to enjoy the panoramic view of the birds island, oysters farmers and Arcachon town. A Professional guide and the driver are at your service. Finish to the La Teste-de-Buch port, it is a picturesque and authentic place protected from mass tourism You are all the time with a guide and during the Oysters Tasting you have a choice of 6, 9 or 12 Oysters per person and a glass of rosé or white wine. If you don't like Oysters we have some shrimps, porc pâté or winkle. It's a family atmosphere and professional.