Top France Tours by Duration - page 9

For a fun twist on a typical sightseeing tour, don't miss this private excursion in Paris where your guide whisks you around in a vintage motorcycle sidecar. Cruise the charming capital with the wind in your face, and pass many of the city's must-see sights and off-the-beaten-path areas. Highlights include a ride through the village of Montmartre, and views of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, and expansive Hôtel des Invalides.

Visit one of France’s top attractions on this independent day trip from Paris to Mont-St-Michel. Relax on a comfortable coach ride as you travel through the scenic landscapes of Normandy en route to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island, and spend hours exploring at your leisure with a multi-language audio guide (if option selected). Tour the famous Gothic abbey, wander through the narrow streets of the surrounding village, or admire views across the Atlantic Ocean.

One of Paris' most atmospheric neighborhoods, Le Marais is also one of the best places to eat in the City of Light—and this small-group tour will whisk you off the tourist trail and straight to the locals-loved culinary highlights. Enjoy more than 10 tastings across five stops, and enjoys such as oysters, cheese, soups, crêpes, and more, with wine pairings.

Sample the gastronomic delights of the French Riviera on this small-group tasting tour of Nice. Accompanied by your guide, a fellow foodie, visit restaurants, artisan shops, and bakeries around the city and taste an array of regional specialties that feature a mix of French, Italian, and Mediterranean influences. Sample wines, cheeses, chocolates, pastries, meats, and more.

Explore the Louvre with a private guide on this exclusive evening tour. Walk along the Seine and visit major attractions before a guided tour inside the Louvre, enjoying masterpieces like the Mona Lisa in a quieter setting. This private experience offers a more intimate visit, helping you avoid crowds and enjoy the museum's art and history.

Maximize your time ashore in Marseille, and discover the highlights of France's oldest city (plus nearby Aix-en-Provence), on this two-in-one, small-group shore excursion. Admire Provence’s pretty countryside as you travel to the postcard-worthy city of Aix. Enjoy free time to explore its squares and markets at your own pace. Later, take a panoramic tour of Marseille, seeing landmarks such as Notre Dame de la Garde, before returning the port.

Discover Paris like never before on a relaxed small-group bike tour. Pedal through iconic neighborhoods like Saint-Germain, the Latin Quarter, and the Marais as your guide uncovers fascinating stories and hidden gems around every corner. With a pace that suits all skill levels, this tour lets you soak in the city's charm while feeling like a local.

Discover the beauty of Bruges on a day trip by luxury coach from Paris. Choose to explore with an audio guide or let a guide lead you on foot through the UNESCO-listed city center, from cathedrals to palaces. Admire the well-preserved medieval architecture and learn about the history of this picturesque Belgian town. Guided tour also includes a seasonal canal cruise.

Witness a profound side of French and American history with a visit to Omaha Beach from Bayeux. On this 3-hour small-group tour, you’ll stroll the Normandy beaches, explore critical wartime sites like Pointe du Hoc and the Normandy American Cemetery, and learn fascinating facts and histories about WWII from your guide. In the company of a small group, you’ll have the chance to personalize the journey, stopping to take souvenir photos and ask questions.

Add a discovery with a 4x4 to your stay in Arles and go to the Camargue Regional Natural Park to admire the marshy landscapes. Leaving the terrain in the hands of a professional driver-guide, you'll turn your attention to nature and the abundant flora and fauna. A stop in the village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is another highlight.

Spend the day exploring Carcassone with a guide. Ideal for visitors looking to expand their experience with a day trip to another city to learn about local history and culture. Visit the Comtal castle and the saint Nazaire Basilica and see other significant landmarks with insightful commentary from your guide. Relax and enjoy the itinerary prepared for you and don’t worry about driving or navigating.

Spend a day in the Alsace wine region on a small-group tour from Colmar. Drive along the Alsatian wine route, admiring the countryside scenery and traditional villages. You’ll stop at three wineries for guided wine tastings, meeting some of the owners and winemakers and learning about the different varietals produced in this region of France.

See Versailles and Monet’s home in Giverny in just one day on this small-group excursion from Paris. First, discover the home of Claude Monet. Your guide will share fascinating stories about Monet from outside the gardens before you enjoy time to explore the grounds independently. You’ll also see the village church and visit Monet’s grave, a meaningful stop that many visitors overlook. Then, travel to the dazzling Château de Versailles, where you’ll hear tales of court life under Louis XIV before exploring the palace interior.

No visit to the Loire Valley region is complete without a winery visit, and this experience makes it easy with guided tours and tastings at two local wine estates. With a regional wine expert as your host, you'll learn all about the 'terroir' as you walk through the vineyards, and discover the local food, too, with samples of cheese and other delicacies.

Experience the beauty of Saint–Émilion by e-bike, and stop for wine tastings along the way, on this two-in-one, small-group tour from Bordeaux. Begin with a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed city. Learn the history of the local wine industry as you to cycle past famous chateaux, stop at a Growth Classified winery for lunch and a wine tasting, and visit a family-run estate to sample fine local varietals.

Experience the glory of Versailles with ease on this half-day guided tour of the palace and its grounds. After traveling from Paris to Versailles by train, tour the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace. You’ll then enter the palace, where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms, including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. You'll then ride back to Paris at your convenience.

Visit important landmarks and sites associated with the 1944 invasion of Normandy on this full-day tour. Take the train from Paris, then meet up with local guides who will show you the battlefield sites including Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, and Pointe Du Hoc. You’ll also visit the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial and the town of Sainte-Mère-Église.

Explore the atmospheric Old Town of Lyon like a local with your foodie guide and a small group of budding gastronomes. Visit at least four different restaurants, bakeries, and artisan shops around Lyon, and indulge in Lyonnaise specialties such as pike quenelle (fish mousse) with rice, local charcuterie, and pink praline brioche, accompanied by regional wines including at least one alcoholic drink for guests over 18.

Giverny is renowned as an impressionist enclave, and as the former home of painter Claude Monet—and this package makes your visiting logistics seamless. With round-trip transit by air-conditioned minivan from central Paris, and just a small group for company, you're ensured a hassle-free way to travel. Upon arrival, head right into the Fondation Claude Monet with included tickets, and have free time to discover the artist's studio, colorful home, and exquisite gardens independently.

Champagne tasting at small Champagne houses is a not-to-be-missed experience for connoisseurs of vintage French bubbly. This small-group tour of the Champagne-producing region of Reims, France also includes a stroll down the Avenue de Champagne.

See Claude Monet’s gardens at Giverny on this enchanting, full-day tour, which includes transfers from Paris. Pick up picnic provisions at a local market and then cycle to Monet's former home in Giverny, stopping en route for a picnic lunch. Then visit the artist's home and see the beautiful gardens that inspired some of his most celebrated works before returning to Paris.

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Experience Paris from three different perspectives during this half-day city tour that covers the city’s top attractions. Tour essential sights from the comfort of a coach, and take to the water on a Seine River cruise, floating under its many bridges as you go. Then, ascend up the Eiffel Tower to absorb panoramic views of the City of Light from the second-floor observation deck.

See many of Paris's top attractions in just half a day with this car tour of the city. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up at your hotel (or at the airport, for an extra fee) and take you all around town. You'll have the option to customize your tour to suit your interests, or you can leave it to your driver to create an itinerary on your behalf.