France
France is one of the most popular destinations in Europe and it’s not hard to see why. From the romance of a holiday in Paris to the tranquillity of Provence or the towering peaks of the Alps, France offers something for everyone. If France is known for one thing it’s good food and wine. You’ll find some of the world’s best known wine regions and the vineyards of Bordeaux are a must-see for any wine lover. Elsewhere the Cote d’Azur offers a touch of glamour, the beaches of Normandy a treasure trove for historians, and the Alps a playground for climbers and skiers. Plus there are some of Europe’s most exciting cities offering the best in European culture. Whether you want to stay for a few days or several weeks we can offer a range of France holidays to suit your taste. Just get in touch with our team and see how we can help.
France Food & Wine Tour 2018
[12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS]
FROM $5800
Land Only Small Group Tour
Chef Christophe Gregoire and his wife Josephine are delighted to invite you to ‘come home’ to Gérardmer and visit the beautiful regions of Alsace and Les Vosges. This is a tour like no other - a unique opportunity to travel with hosts with a lifelong experience of the region and the people. The welcoming and comfortable Le Beau Rivage Hotel on the shores of Lac Gérardmer is your home away from home for the 11 nights of the tour. This intimate and personal tour includes a host of regional food and wine experiences with visits to many of the picturesque towns and villages of the region and places of spectacular natural beauty including the famous 120 km Route des Vins.
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Best of France
[13 DAYS / 12 NIGHTS]
FROM $4935
Land Only Group Tour
Châteaux, chic beach resorts, cheese and wine - all you want to see and taste in France... But this is in-depth experience also peels back the layers to reveal the soul of this great country. It's insider moments like….standing in the musty cellars beneath Beaune as you taste classic Burgundy wines – perhaps the subtle depths of Pinot Noir or the signature richness of Chardonnay. It’s imagining the wealthy wine merchants who come to the town every year to sample the harvest before the world-famous charity auction. And when you’re standing on the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy, it’s about taking the time to remember the soldiers who gave up their lives on June 6, 1944.
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Experience Provence & Tuscany
[18 DAYS / 17 NIGHTS]
FROM $7589
Land Only Group Tour
What a unique tour with two, three and four night stays capturing the essence and vibrancy of four very evocative regions - each one littered with wonderfully preserved cities, hill top villages, a smorgasbord of culture, food and wine. Stay four nights in Provence, visit the hilltop town of Gordes in the Luberon and cruise the glorious Calanques. Spend 3 nights on the Cote dAzur with visits from chic St Tropez to Nice and Monaco. Over three nights in Tuscany and three nights in Umbria explore the medieval cities and towns, and explore the fairytale town of towers San Gimignano and medieval Spoleto.
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Provence & Côte d'Azur
[11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS]
FROM $4075
Land Only Small Group Tour
Monaco, Cannes, Avignon & Arles - Discover the charm of Provence and the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) on this incredible 11 -day tour of southern France. Soak up the atmosphere of historical medieval towns, explore Roman ruins and taste regional wines at a private vineyard. In contrast to the sleepy hill-side villages of Provence, the Côte d'Azur boasts some of the most famous resorts in the world, including Monte Carlo and Cannes. Lovers of good French food will also be wowed by the fabulous Mediterranean cuisine you will find here – this tour truly has it all.
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La Belle France
[9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS]
FROM $3275
Land Only Small Group Tour
Normandy, Brittany & the Loire Valley - This small group tour of France is rich in culture, cuisine and fine wines, magnificent architecture, breathtaking scenery and stunning chateaux. Explore Monet’s Garden in Giverny, visit the Normandy Beaches to see first-hand where events of World War II unfolded, and then discover the Loire V alley, renowned for its magnificent chateaux, historic villages and splendid food and wine.
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A Taste of Bordeaux
[9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS]
FROM $3495
Land Only Small Group Tour
Medoc, Midi-Pyrenees, Sarlat & St Emilion - Uncover the delights and secrets of the south west of France on this very special tour. Enjoy wonderful cuisine, unwind while travelling along the Atlantic coast and marvel at the prehistoric art of the Lascaux Caves and the mighty medieval stronghold of Carcassonne. This tour would of course not be complete without a taste of what Bordeaux is perhaps most famous for today – the majestic wines of Medoc and St Emilion... Enjoy a taste of the real France!
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Palaces & Chateaux de la Loire
[4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS]
Land Only Small Group Tour
Chartres, Chinon & Cheverny - This tour will take to you the most famous Renaissance chateaux of the magnificent Loire Valley: visit the Chateau of Villandry, admire the beautiful arches of the Chateau de Chenonceau and relax in the landscaped gardens of the Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau. Discover the many things that this region has to offer, from its wonderful wines to its superb local cuisine.
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Vintage France
[7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS]
FROM $3075
Land Only Small Group Tour
Champagne, Burgundy & The Rhone Valley - This wonderful journey takes us to some of France’s greatest wine regions. From sparkling champagne to the fragrant whites of Chablis and the classic reds of Burgundy, we not only taste these regional treats but also enjoy the wonderful landscapes in which vines have grown for centuries. Stay in charming towns rich in heritage, try superb French cuisine and learn about regional wines from local experts. This is a fantastic in-depth tour for lovers of good food, wine and culture.
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D-Day: Battles For France
[4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS]
FROM $1465
Land Only Small Group Tour
Dunkirk & The Normandy Landing Beaches - This 4-day tour will take you from defeat to victory, tracing the events during one of the most gripping periods of the 20th century. From the miracle of the Dunkirk Shield, to the Dieppe Raid and the beaches of Normandy, we’ll travel along Hitler’s Atlantic Wall, in the footsteps of brave soldiers.
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Highlights of France & Barcelona
[10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS]
FROM $2599
Land Only Group Tour
This twin-country trip follows the spine of France's wine country and the foothills of the Pyrenees, before heading to buzzing Barcelona. You can opt to fly to Spain's capital, Madrid. It's Insider moments like… taking your seat in Avignon town square, as your Travel Director returns from the bar with a tray of Chateauneuf Du Pape. Tasting this powerful wine on its home soil adds a local twist to the tales you're told of Avignon's past. Learning how Pope Clement V moved the papal seat here in 1309, these stories of religious connections are almost as delicious as the drink itself. And the setting, near the Palace of the Popes, gives a feeling you could be back in the 14th century, when the wine's fame began.
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