Grand Tour of France
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 14-day journey through the heart of France, where history, culture, and natural beauty intertwine. This multi-day tour will take you from the romantic streets of Paris to the historical capital of Normandy, Rouen, and the picturesque port of Honfleur. Experience the moving sites of the American Cemetery at Omaha, the unique beauty of Mont St. Michel, and the enchanting Chateaux Country. Discover the scenic Nouvelle Aquitaine region, the medieval town of Rocamadour, and the architectural gem of Pont du Gard. Explore the old quarter of Avignon, the Roman amphitheatre of Arles, and the vibrant French Riviera. Visit the charming town of Orange and the confluence city of Lyon before returning to Paris, the glorious City of Lights.
Included
Buffet breakfasts daily; 4 dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Local Guide for city sightseeing in Paris; professional Tour Director while touring
PARIS
: Novotel La Defense (F) or Timhotel Berthier (ST)
CAEN
: Mercure Cote de Nacre (ST) at Herouville St. Clair
MONT ST. MICHEL
: Hotel Vert (ST)
CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY
: Novotel Amboise (F)
BORDEAUX
: Mercure Centre Meriadeck (ST)
TOULOUSE
: Radisson Blu Toulouse Airport (F)
AVIGNON
: Ibis Pont de l’Europe (ST)
FRENCH RIVIERA
: Park Inn Nice (ST) or Ibis Styles Vieux Port (ST)
LYON AREA
: Lyon Ouest (ST) or Parkest (ST)
Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
Destinations
Caen
Paris
Toulouse
Bordeaux
Lyon
AvignonMap
Attractions
Pont du Gard
Palais des Papes
Château de Serrant
Bayeux Cathedral
Historial Jeanne d'Arc
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
SuperDévoluy
Cité de Carcassonne
Mont Saint-Michel
Bordeaux Museum of Fine ArtsDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Paris
- Paris - Arrival day
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Welcome to Paris, the city of love. Check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure. In the evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travel companions.
Day 2 – Day 2: Paris to Caen via Rouen and Honfleur
- Paris
- Caen
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Depart Paris for the historical capital city of Normandy, Rouen, rich in Gothic architecture. Next, visit the picturesque port of Honfleur, known for its slate-covered facades. Continue your journey to Caen.
Day 3 – Day 3: Caen to Mont St. Michel via Omaha and Bayeux
- Caen
- Le Mont-Saint-Michel
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- Bayeux Cathedral
- Arbre de la Liberté
- Mont Saint-Michel
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Explore Caen before visiting the legendary beaches where Allied troops landed over 75 years ago. Experience the moving site of the American Cemetery at Omaha. Journey to Bayeux, home to the famous tapestry depicting William the Conqueror's epic battle in 1066. Then, head to the unique beauty of Mont St. Michel, which stands on an island accessed via a causeway.
Day 4 – Day 4: Mont St. Michel to Chateaux Country via Angers
- Le Mont-Saint-Michel
- La Basse Cour
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- Château de Serrant
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Enjoy a visit of Mont St. Michel before departing for Angers to visit its cathedral. Then, travel along the banks of the Loire River to reach the enchanting Chateaux Country. This evening, consider joining an optional dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Chateaux Country
- La Basse Cour
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Spend the day at leisure or take an optional excursion to see some of the most spectacular castles of the Loire Valley, steeped in the history of noblemen and kings since the 11th century. Gothic spires, medieval turrets, great fortresses, and beautiful châteaux make for splendid panoramas.
Day 6 – Day 6: Chateaux Country to Bordeaux via Nouvelle Aquitaine
- La Basse Cour
- Bordeaux
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- Porte d'Aquitaine
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Enjoy a scenic drive through the Nouvelle Aquitaine region, rich in agricultural resources including vineyards, forests and cereal fields, and stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Pyrenees in the South. On arrival in Bordeaux, discover the city on the included guided city sightseeing tour and consider an optional wine tasting excursion.
Day 7 – Day 7: Bordeaux to Toulouse via Rocamadour
- Bordeaux
- Toulouse
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Discover one of France's most scenic regions, the Dordogne. Stop in the sacred medieval town of Rocamadour, dramatically perched high upon a cliff. Built on three successive levels, Rocamadour is both a place of legend and history where old stone houses, majestic towers and an impressive castle were built on the cliff edge of the Alzou Canyon. Continue southwards to Toulouse.
Day 8 – Day 8: Toulouse to Avignon via Carcassonne and Pont du Gard
- Toulouse
- Avignon
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- Pont du Gard
- Palais des Papes
- Cité de Carcassonne
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Travel to Carcassonne, immerse yourself fully in the medieval atmosphere of the city and discover its secrets on a guided tour. Then, stop for a picture at famous Pont du Gard, one of the wonders of Antiquity, and the finest remaining example of an ancient aqueduct built 2000 years ago by the Romans. Upon arrival in Avignon, enjoy free time to explore the old quarter featuring an amazing architectural and historic heritage, such as the Palace of the Popes.
Day 9 – Day 9: Avignon to French Riviera via Arles and Aix-en-Provence
- Avignon
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- Arles Amphitheatre
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Visit Arles, known all over the world for Van Gogh's paintings. Admire the famous Roman amphitheatre, then continue to Aix-en-Provence. Walk down its main street, the Cours Mirabeau, lined with plane trees in the French tradition, and the 17th-century palace, houses, and fountains. Finally, head to the French Riviera on the shores of the Mediterranean.
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring the French Riviera
Day 10: Exploring the French Riviera
Take time to enjoy all the amenities of the French Riviera at your own leisure. Tonight, you might want to join the optional 'Monte Carlo by Night' excursion to see the Principality of Monaco.
Day 11 – Day 11: French Riviera to Lyon via Orange
- Lyon
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See more of the Provence region today and stop in Orange, a town surrounded by beautiful countryside. It boasts Roman and Celtic heritages, as well as first class wines and original culinary and craft products. Next is Lyon, located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône Rivers. On arrival, enjoy an orientation tour.
Day 12 – Day 12: Lyon to Paris via Beaune
- Lyon
- Paris
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- Grottes de Bèze
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Travel through the picturesque vineyards and fields of Burgundy to medieval Beaune, the region's wine capital since Roman times. Stop to visit the famous Hôtel-Dieu. Return to the French capital of Paris.
Day 13 – Day 13: Exploring Paris
- Paris
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Discover the glorious ville lumières (City of Lights) and its many boulevards and monumental buildings. On your included sightseeing tour, a local expert will guide you through Parisian history, tradition, and modern living. Optional excursions are also available to complete your experience.
Day 14 – Day 14: Departure from Paris
- Paris - Departure day
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Say goodbye to the beautiful city of Paris and take with you the unforgettable memories of your journey through France.
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