Explore your France ( 15 days )

Today, we'll delve into the rich history and vibrant culture of Paris. Our guided tour will take us through the city's main boulevards and awe-inspiring monuments. Later, we'll visit the artistic neighborhood of Montmartre, known for its painters, artists, and cabarets. Enjoy a delightful lunch here before returning to the hotel for some leisure time. Optionally, you can attend a variety show in the evening.

Today, we'll journey to the magnificent palace and gardens of Versailles. Spend the afternoon exploring Paris at your own pace. Your guide will offer an optional boat trip on the River Seine and a visit to the lively Latin Quarter.

We'll depart early from Paris towards Normandy. Our first stop will be Giverny, where we'll visit Monet's House and its stunning gardens. Next, we'll explore the medieval streets and cathedral of Rouen. After lunch, we'll head to Arromanches, a poignant reminder of the World War II landings in France. Our final stop will be Caen, where you'll have some leisure time to explore the central district.

Our first stop today will be the iconic Mont Saint Michel, a city on an island known for its stunning abbey. We'll then travel through the Bretagne region, stopping at Saint Malo, a city defended by powerful walls. After lunch, we'll visit the charming village of Dinan. Our day will end in Rennes, the capital of Bretagne, where you can explore its historic center.

Today, we'll head to Angers, where you can visit the castle that houses the largest medieval tapestry about the Apocalypse. We'll then continue to the Loire Valley, stopping at Tours for lunch. In the afternoon, we'll visit the beautiful gardens of Villandry Palace. We'll spend the night in Amboise, a city with an interesting medieval quarter.

Our day begins with a stroll from Amboise to the Clos Lucé mansion, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years. We'll then explore the iconic Château de Chenonceau, built like a bridge over the River Cher. Next, we'll visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley. We'll end the day in Limoges, renowned for its porcelain.

Today, we'll journey to the Dordogne region, home to charming villages and enchanting landscapes. We'll visit the Lascaux museum and its replica caves, showcasing magnificent prehistoric cave paintings. After that, we'll explore Sarlat, a UNESCO World Heritage town with a well-preserved Renaissance historic center. We'll also visit Beynac Castle, a medieval castle overlooking the river. Our day ends in Rocamadour, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary perched on a cliff.

We'll start the day with a visit to the impressive Padirac caves, where we'll take a boat ride on the underground river. We'll then stop at Collonges la Rouge, a picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St James. After lunch, we'll travel to St. Emilion, located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine region. Our day ends in Bordeaux, where we'll arrive in the late afternoon.

Today, we'll explore Bordeaux, a World Heritage Site known for its 'Water Mirror' and charming pedestrian streets. We'll visit the Cité du Vin, an interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine. After lunch, we'll continue towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes by mid-afternoon. You'll have time to visit the sanctuary and we suggest attending the candlelit procession. Dinner is included.

We'll travel through the south of France, stopping in Carcassonne, a city surrounded by Europe's most beautiful walls. After lunch, we'll continue to Narbonne, where you'll have free time to explore this historic Occitan city. At the end of the afternoon, we'll arrive in Marseille, France's second city. We recommend a walk through its vibrant 'Vieux port', full of life and small restaurants.

Today, we'll explore some of the most beautiful places in Provence. We'll visit Arles, a world heritage city, and Les Baux, a small medieval village. We'll also visit the Carrieres de Lumiere, an impressive show of art, image, and sound underground. After lunch and a stroll in Avignon, we'll continue to Lyon, where we'll take a cable car to Notre Dame de Fourviere for a great view over the city.

We'll leave Dijon for Fontenay Abbey, a world heritage site. After this, we'll make a stop in Semur en Auxois, a medieval city surrounded by impressive walls. Still in Burgundy, we'll have time for lunch and a stroll in Vezelay, one of France's most beautiful villages. In the afternoon we continue our route to Paris, where we'll arrive in the evening.