In-depth Cultural Tours & Trips in France
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- France to Spain: A Cultural Crossing
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- Best of Northern France 2026
- Southern France Tour - Nice to Paris
- Enchanted France (30 destinations)
- France Mon Amour (15 destinations)
- Paris & Provence
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- Duration - 8 days - Destinations - Paris, Lyon, Nimes, Pont du Gard, Barcelona - Age Range - Ages 12+ - Operator - G Adventures - From $4,639 15% Off
- NZ$3,943You save $696
 
- Duration - 7 days - Destinations - Forcalquier, Banon, Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Sisteron, Avignon, Aix-En-Provence - Age Range - Ages 16+ - Operator - Exodus Adventure Travels - From 15% Off
- NZ$5,490
 
- Duration - 10 days - Destinations - Paris, Amboise, Tours, Angers, Rennes, Dinan, Saint-Malo, Mont Saint-Michel, Bayeux, Normandy BeachSee all destinations - Age Range - Ages 30+ - Operator - Bunnik Tours - From 15% Off
- NZ$7,895+$235 upfront costs
 
- Southern France Tour - Nice to Paris25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers- “We had a wonderful trip!! We loved the hotel in city center Paris. I'd say also you must be ready to walk a lot during day.” - Walter, traveled in July - The Louvre's masterpieces come alive through audio-guided tours and Seine River cruises. Hotel Andre Latin positions you near cultural landmarks. UNESCO sites including Notre-Dame Cathedral's exterior await, with optional excursions to historic Loire Valley châteaux and Mont Saint-Michel. - Duration - 8 days - Destinations - Nice, Saint-Tropez, Marseille, Arles, Avignon, Lyon, Tournus, Beaune, Savigny-les-Beaune, DijonSee all destinations - Age Range - Ages 6+ - Operator - Eskapas - From $4,105 3% Off
- NZ$3,982You save $123
 
- Enchanted France (30 destinations)1 Review by TourRadar travelers- “comprehensive itinerary, ideal for people who want an all-over experience of the country in a somewhat short time.” - Gulay, traveled in September - French culture comes alive through wine tastings in Saint-Émilion, traditional Champagne cellars in Épernay, and historic markets in Colmar. The route spans 29 cities, from Loire Valley châteaux to Alsatian villages. - Duration - 11 days - Destinations - Paris, Tours, Blois, Villandry, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges, Sarlat-La-Caneda, BeynacSee all destinations - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Europamundo - From $3,881 15% Off
- NZ$3,299You save $582
 
- France Mon Amour (15 destinations)8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers- “I learned a lot about South America's problems while enjoying the sights and sounds of France.” - David, traveled in August - Duration - 8 days - Destinations - Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Mont Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Rennes, Angers, ToursSee all destinations - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Europamundo - From $2,273 15% Off
- NZ$1,932You save $341
 
- French culture unfolds through private Citroen tours in Paris, art workshops in Arles, and wine tastings at Commanderie de Peyrassol. The boutique Negrecoste Hotel serves as your base to visit Cours Mirabeau's cafes and the traditional Calisson Museum. - Duration - 9 days - Destinations - Paris, Avignon, Aix-En-Provence, Cote D'azur - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Globus - From $9,499 3% Off
- NZ$9,249You save $250
 
- From the Louvre's masterpieces to Versailles' Hall of Mirrors, expert guides unveil French heritage at UNESCO sites including Saint-Emilion village and Loire Valley châteaux. Wine traditions flourish at Medoc and Saint-Emilion estates. - Duration - 10 days - Destinations - Paris, Amboise, Bordeaux - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Agate Travel - From 3% Off
- NZ$17,891
 
- Duration - 6 days - Destinations - Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Chartres - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Europamundo - From $1,829 15% Off
- NZ$1,555You save $274
 
- Beaune's wine capital and Dijon's Renaissance quarter showcase French excellence. The UNESCO-listed Fontenay Abbey and Vezelay's basilica reveal Burgundy's heritage, while expert guides provide cultural context and local insights. - Duration - 3 days - Destinations - Paris, Beaune, Dijon, Semur-en-Auxois, Vezelay - Age Range - All Ages Welcome - Operator - Europamundo - From $728 15% Off
- NZ$619You save $109
 
What people love about In-depth Cultural Tours in France
- France Mon Amour (15 destinations)Overall the tour was excellent, the guides were top notch, excellent. The hotels were a little crowed, the Hotel Ibis in Caen was not satisfactory. The mattress was simply a futon stile bag about 2 inches thick. This is not satisfactory for people in their seventies. . 
- Paris and VersaillesThe package offers excellent activities in Paris including two excellent excursions that you cannot do alone. (or it would be very expensive) One of the excursions is a full day Paris Highlights including with Louvre (in-person guide) Museum, Eiffel Tower (until second floor but the guide helps you to get the ticket to go upper floors) Seine cruise etc. The second excursion is a half day tour to Versailles Palace. The guide Evelyne was a professional guide speaking English with a charming French accent. The Hotel Perreyve's is absolutely well located hotel close to Luxembourg Gardens in St. Germain district, 10 min. walking distance to all tourist attractions. The only inconvenience is that the rooms were like coffins. Unfortunately in the city center of Paris most of the hotel rooms are small. But we liked it and it is a part of French chaos. The communication with tour operator Eskapas, before and after the trip, was excellent. We highly recommend this tour. 
- Best of France TourThis was the trip of a lifetime!!! We never could have planned and organized a trip so detailed and just perfect in every way on our own!!! We had such a wonderful time with the group and everything went so smoothly.We loved all of the tours and the driver was prompt and professional. All tickets were purchased in advance and waiting for us upon arrival so all we had to do the entire trip was enjoy ourselves!!! There was not a single moment we had to “think”. Everything was handled for us. Ann Marie was a wonderful tour guide, her English was great and her knowledge of France, Art, History was wonderful. She made us feel like locals by the time our tour was finished! Thank you very much for helping us to live this great experience. 
What our customers ask about In-depth Cultural Tours & Trips in France
- What are the must-see cultural highlights on a France In-depth Cultural tour?- France's cultural landmarks range from the grand châChambord and Chenonceau) to the historic Pope's Palace in Avignon and the iconic abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. Art enthusiasts can explore Monet's gardens in Giverny before heading to Arles where Van Gogh's legacy lives on alongside a well-preserved Roman amphitheater. Burgundy's wine estates and medieval towns like Beaune with its historic Hospices offer insights into French heritage. In Paris the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay stand as cornerstones of French art and culture. A TourRadar reviewer noted: "The local guides brought history to life especially in places like Mont Saint-Michel and the Loire Valley châteaux." 
- When is the best time to visit France for an In-depth Cultural tour?- While June through September marks the high season travelers often find April-May and September-October provide the best balance of good weather and manageable crowds. The Loire Valley gardens at Château de Villandry reach peak bloom in spring. September offers comfortable conditions for exploring Roman sites in Arles and Avignon. A TourRadar traveler shared: "September was perfect for our tour - great weather and less crowded than summer months." 
- What types of accommodation can I expect on a French cultural tour?- Most cultural tours utilize centrally located 3-4 star hotels such as the historic Hotel Le Donjon in Carcassonne or the Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel. These properties blend French character with easy access to main attractions. Rooms typically include private bathrooms and daily breakfast though they may be more compact than U.S. hotels especially in Paris. According to one TourRadar traveler: "The hotel was in Opera which turned out to be a great location with lots of cafes and shops nearby." 
- What's included in the meal arrangements on French cultural tours?- Tours generally cover daily breakfasts plus select dinners featuring regional cuisine. Welcome and farewell meals come standard with special experiences like wine tastings in Bordeaux or château dinners in the Loire Valley rounding out the dining program. As one TourRadar traveler noted "the included dinners were excellent especially the local wine pairing dinner in Provence." During free evenings guides can direct you to authentic local restaurants near accommodations like the Pullman Bordeaux Lac. 
- What's the typical group size for cultural tours in France?- Groups usually number between 12-15 participants with luxury options sometimes limiting attendance to 8-10 people. These smaller numbers allow comfortable navigation of museums historic sites and hotels like the Mercure Tours Nord. One TourRadar traveler commented: "our small group of 12 was perfect for visiting museums and getting personal attention from our guide." 
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