Top France Shore Excursions - page 3

Experience Bordeaux your way with the Bordeaux On Your Own transfer service, perfect for cruise passengers docking in Le Verdon. Enjoy direct pick-up and drop-off right next to your ship, removing the stress of arranging additional transport. Begin your day at the iconic Bordeaux Cathedral, with up to 4 hours of free time to explore Bordeaux at your own pace. This convenient round-trip service blends comfort, autonomy, and seamless logistics, giving you the freedom to create your own adventure. With professional staff, air-conditioned transport, and guaranteed return to your ship, it’s the ideal way to make the most of your day in the city. If you booked the 7-hour tour option, you will have up to 3 hours of free time.

Discover a new side of the French Riviera—and immerse yourself in the scenery of the Estérel coastline—on this small-group boat tour from Cannes. You’ll stop to swim and snorkel off the boat as you admire the natural beauty of the Estérel region from the water. Discover the natural park's cliffs, creeks, grottos, and other areas that can only be accessed by boat, all while escaping from the mainland crowds.

Stretch your sea legs while in port in Marseille with an e-bike tour that goes beyond the city sights. Make easy work of Marseille’s hills and sweeping coastline thanks to your electric bike, and make plenty of stops at landmarks such as Notre Dame de la Garde basilica and Pharo Palace. Ride along the Corniche Kennedy and through Parc Borely to reach a scenic viewpoint in the Calanques National Park.

Discover the remarkable beauty of France’s Mediterranean coast on a full-day electric bike tour! This unique outdoor excursion takes you to lovely ports and fishing villages like Madrague Montredon and Vallon des Auffes and through dramatic calanques-filled coves. Along the way, stop to swim and have lunch.Then head back to Marseille for a tour of great sites such as Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica.

Make the most of your time in port with this Marseille electric bike tour. Spin through the city streets with a guide, and discover top attractions such as Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica and the Palais du Pharo. Enjoy panoramic French Riviera views along the pretty Corniche Kennedy and visit traditional ports including the Vallon des Auffes. Along the way, explore the ancient Panier neighborhood and new Joliette district, and gain insight into centuries of rich maritime history.

Free yourself from the stress of choosing the perfect restaurant for lunch in Cannes, and sample several popular foodie spots all in one tour. On this food-tasting tour, visit at least four different stops around the city, enjoy a delicious 4-course progressive lunch, and sample delicious Provençal dishes, including “Pissaladière” (fish tart), local wines, and dessert.

Visit the Luberon region of France on a shore excursion from Marseille that takes you north from the coast with round-trip transportation. You'll stop in villages such as Gordes, Bonnieux, Lourmarin, and Roussillon, where you'll have free time to explore independently.

Your professional guide will pick you up from anywhere in Marseille or Aix-en-Provence to start your private excursion. This 4-hour tour is a scenic minivan tour. It includes several stops: Palais Longchamp, Corniche Kennedy and Notre Dame de la Garde. You will start your private tour of Marseille passing through the forts of Saint-Nicolas and Saint-Jean, before walking along La Canebière, the main street of Marseille, in the Old Port. Your guide is at your entire disposal during the 4 hour tour. End the tour at the old port and enjoy some free time to do some shopping and taste the local specialties.

Make the most of your time ashore in Marseille, and enjoy a cultural day out, with this full-day, small-group tour. In the morning, depart directly from Marseille’s port, and travel in a comfortable vehicle. Your first stop is Avignon, where you’ll have free time to explore and see UNESCO-listed splendors like the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Drive to Avignon, the majestic city of the Popes. Take a look at Saint-Benezet bridge, famous for the children's song “Sur le Pont d'Avignon”. You will have the possibility to visit the Popes' Palace which is the biggest Gothic-styled Palace in Europe (entrance not included).

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.

Discover Strasbourg's rich culinary heritage on this small-group food tour. Taste typical Alsatian dishes, wine, and beer across at least four stops—adding up to a full meal—while exploring the heart of the city. Learn about local food traditions and seasonal specialties, and feel like a true insider as you meet the people central to Strasbourg's food scene.

Climb into a classic red Ferrari for a private photoshoot in Cannes. With a photographer-guide behind the wheel, you can ride from La Croisette to Port Canto, with the glittering yachts as your backdrop. Nice finale: you'll let your guide operate the camera and capture the moments, so you can fully enjoy them.

Enjoy stress-free transportation within Paris with this private, one-way transfer service. A professional driver will pick you up at any location in the city, including hotels. Board your comfortable vehicle, which is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and travel straight to your destination without hassle or delay. This service accommodates groups up to eight passengers and offers door-to-door convenience tailored to your schedule.

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.

Take the chance to discover Lyon's local cuisine during this guided food tour. Savor typical Lyon cuisine as you explore central city highlights and uncover hidden gems with a local guide. Immerse yourself in the city's culture and history while indulging in delightful specialties and learning about local life.

The white chalk cliffs of Étretat are formed of natural sea arches, needle-like rocks, and striking coastal erosion. The impressive landscape here inspired many artists, notably Monet. After exploring the wild beauty of the Normandy coast, discover the pretty port town of Honfleur, and Deauville, a chic resort town loved by the rich and famous.

Make the most of your time at port during a shore excursion that takes you to highlights of the French Riviera. See the Cannes Film Festival venue, admire luxury yachts at the Billionaire’s Quay in Antibes, and test your nose at the Fragonard perfumery in Eze. Plus, check off a whole new country as you cross the border into Monaco. Numbers are limited for a personalized small-group experience.

Discover the lavender fields of Provence on a shore excursion from Marseille. When your cruise ship docks, take off on a journey that includes stops in the village of Valensole, plus plenty of time for photos of the purple flowers.

Make the most of your stop in Le Havre with a roundtrip bus transfer to Paris. Travel with ease in an air-conditioned bus with pickup and drop-off directly from the port. See the sights, sample French food, hop on a river cruise along the Seine, or indulge in a spot of shopping on the Champs-Elysées.

The Provence region is renowned for producing some of France’s finest cuisine and wines, from traditional French dishes to fresh Mediterranean flavors. However, knowing where to go can prove tricky without local insight. On this small-group walking tour, dive into French gastronomy as you discover Aix-en-Provence with a local foodie guide. Stop at various restaurants and shops, and sample a full meal across at least four stops, including charcuterie, croque-monsieur with truffle, and a refreshing drink.

Nice, in the southeastern corner of beloved Provence, offers the perfect jumping-off point for a wine-lover’s adventure. On this tour, grab your crew and head into the vineyard-rich countryside, exploring one of the globe’s oldest viticultural areas. Touring and tasting your way through three separate estates, you’ll explore some 2,000 years of winemaking history, meet the vintners, and slow down, savoring the moments of your only-in-France journey.

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.

Make the most of your free time in Cannes by traveling along the French Riviera in luxury. Picked up by your private driver from port, you’ll soon be exploring the Cote d'Azur’s most beloved sites, from the red carpets of Cannes to the medieval village of Eze to the glamor of Monaco. After a full day of world-class, worry-free adventure, you’ll be back at your ship, having seen it all.

There’s so much to see and do along the French Riviera that it’s impossible to fit it all into one day—this private tour comes close. Start with a visit to the perfume town of Eze, followed by the highlights of Monte Carlo in Monaco, then spend the afternoon visiting Antibes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Cannes. Travel at your own pace with a private guide, stopping as often as you like to take photos.