Places to see in france - Travel Guides and Tours

Experience what makes a France tour with Tauck unforgettable: an adventure walk on the Pont du Gard, an olive-oil tasting at Mas des Barres, exploring magical Monte-Carlo and Provence, a romantic dinner cruise on Paris' River Seine and more. Select Small Group departure dates available with no more than 26 Tauck guests! Tauck's enticing week-long France tour takes you from the turquoise shades of the Côte d'Azur to the pastel palette of Provence to glittering, romantic Paris. Visit charming Monaco; explore historic Avignon, Arles, and Aix-en-Provence, and see firsthand what inspired van Gogh in St-Rémy and Cézanne at Mont Ste-Victoire. Enjoy an olive oil tasting and lunch in Mas des Barres; a guided adventure walk on the Pont du Gard; and a high-speed rail journey to Paris for a three-night stay highlighted by a guided tour of the Louvre and a dinner cruise on the River Seine. There's no better way to experience France's many charms in one week! Please note that April – June departures of A Week In... Paris and Provence will follow a slightly different itinerary for the first two days, staying at the Fairmont Monte Carlo in Monte-Carlo, Monaco on nights 1 and 2, and visiting Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat on day 2. Click here to download the complete April – June itinerary.

Food and art are passions in Provence... amazing hands-on experiences from gastronomic discoveries to wine tastings to uncovering the mysteries of Starry Night... these are all things Culturious in Provence. A transfer is included from Marseille Provence Airport to your hotel, Le Pigonnet , in Aix-en-Provence. Seeing luminous Provençal landscapes through the eyes of Cézanne, then picturing them with your own hand… picking up a few phrases en Francais with a language lesson in Aix… discovering the flavors of fougasse, goat cheese, ratatouille, and herbes de Provence… mastering the art of preparing Provençal cuisine with a local chef... pub crawling in St.-Rémy-de-Provence… walking in the footsteps of van Gogh… kayaking on the Sorgue River… discussing French politics with the locals in Joucas… wrapping yourself up in Provençal life dawn to dusk. 2010 pricing starts at US $3,490 per person double.  Maximum group size is 16.

Enjoy art, architecture and ambiance in London and Paris. Ride the underground to an English café then take a stroll through Hyde Park. See Da Vinci's masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, in Paris's Louvre and then see the famed Eiffel Tower sparkle when is lit up at night. Trip costs include: Round-trip transatlantic air transportation with a major airline, airport transfers and escorts The services of a bilingual Go Ahead Tour Director Private deluxe motorcoach 7 nights accommodation in comfortable, well-located hotels with twin beds and private bath or shower All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling and local taxes Buffet breakfast (B) daily High-speed Eurostar train transfer and train porterage Go Ahead travel bag and membership in our World Traveler Club, which includes credit toward your next tour Walking on tour: Our City Stays are designed to be as flexible as possible for the modern traveler. There are no included walking tours. If you do plan to take our optional excursions, however, be prepared for some light-to-moderate walking.

Get to know France from the inside on this exciting vacation featuring famous sights and cultural highlights. From Paris, head north to Rouen, then reach the Normandy coast and Honfleur, Deauville, and the historic D-Day Landing beaches. On to Bayeux, the enduring beauty of Mont St. Michel, and along the Loire to Tours for two overnights. You have a whole day to take advantage of the optional tours available in Châteaux Country. Travel through the countryside famous for its Cognac and Champagne production and visit Poitiers, a picturesque town of Roman heritage, as well as seaside La Rochelle. Spend a night in Bordeaux and continue through the Dordogne, one of France’s most scenic regions, to the cliffside village of Rocamadour before reaching Toulouse. An orientation tour shows you medieval Carcassonne on the way to Nîmes and an overnight in Avignon. Visit the Roman amphitheater of Arles, made famous by Van Gogh, and the enchanting town of Aix-en-Provence. Next up: the magnificent French Riviera. You have plenty of leisure time to take advantage of all the amenities of the French Riviera. Head north via the Route Napoleon and from Grenoble, carry on to Lyon on the banks of the Rivers Rhône and Saône. Stop in one of the most delightful towns of Bourgogne, Beaune. Medieval Beaune has been the region’s wine capital since Roman times. Enjoy a wine-tasting session and arrive in Paris, the “City of Light,” with an included sightseeing tour of the main attractions. You also have plenty of leisure time to do as you like in the romantic Parisian atmosphere. From Paris to the French Riviera to Bordeaux, this France vacation has it all!

Angers, Caen, Bayeux, Normandy Landing Beaches, Arles, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Avignon, French Riviera, Aix en Provence, Rouen, Honfleur, Nîmes, Carcassonne

Ah, Paris, “City of Lights,” international capital of fashion and cornerstone of world history. Let the timeless art, air of romance, fascinating culture and delectable cuisine of the world’s most glamorous city tempt all of your senses. To see Paris is to experience a cosmopolitan world that blends fascinating architecture and historic achievements with a contemporary flair. Mayflower Tours has created a magnificent itinerary, combining scheduled tours with optional excursions, giving you ample time to explore this pulsating city on your own. 8 Days • 8 Meals

See France at its scenic best on this charming getaway. Guided sightseeing acquaints you with vibrant Paris and with Nice, the “Queen of the Riviera,” while a deluxe 7-night cruise along the Saône and Rhône Rivers takes you into the heart of this beautiful country. Enjoy orientation walks in Mâcon and Tournon; a Burgundy wine tasting in medieval Beaune; and see the sights with Local Guides in Avignon, Arles, and Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital. Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about and to taste the sumptuous wines and local cuisine.Special River Cruises:The October 31 river cruise is offered as an exclusive Wine Cruise, including special lectures and tastings, available at no additional cost.The December 5 river cruise will include special Christmas features.

Beaune, Paris, Chalon-sur-Saône, Arles, Mâcon, Avignon, Lyon, Nice