2-Week France Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week France tour itineraries

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• 13 Day France Itinerary, incl. Paris and Bordeaux

  The 13-day French adventure winds through 35 cities for around $2,200. The route leads from Paris through Normandy, Loire Valley, and Alsace, showcasing UNESCO sites like Mont-Saint-Michel and Avignon's Papal Palace, while offering comfortable stays at quality hotels including Novotel properties.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Normandy & Brittany

    Leave Paris early and head to Monet's House in Giverny. Get there before 9:30 AM to beat the tour buses. Take time to explore Rouen's medieval quarter before driving 2 hours to Caen. On day two visit Mont-Saint-Michel but check tide schedules first as they affect access. From there go to Saint-Malo to walk the old city walls and enjoy coastal views. End your day in Dinan with some authentic Breton crêpes.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Loire Valley

    Stay in Amboise as your base for visiting châteaux. Start with Château de Chenonceau when it opens at 9 AM since it gets busy quickly. Visit Villandry's gardens in late afternoon when the light is best. At Chambord plan for at least 3 hours and rent bikes to see the grounds. Spend your evenings exploring Amboise's medieval center.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Dordogne & Bordeaux

    Book Lascaux caves tickets ahead as they sell out fast. Visit early then spend time in medieval Sarlat. When visiting Rocamadour take the lift up and walk down to save your knees. In Bordeaux one visitor shared: "The Water Mirror is most magical at sunset when the lighting creates perfect reflections of Place de la Bourse."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Southern France

    Drive from Lourdes to Carcassonne. Arrive by 9 AM to explore the ramparts before crowds arrive and it gets hot. In Marseille focus on the Vieux-Port area around 6 PM when fishing boats return. Skip the tourist restaurants on the port and look one street back for better food.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Burgundy Region

    Travel from Lyon to Dijon through wine country. Visit Beaune's Hospices right at 9 AM opening to avoid crowds. Take a break from wine tasting at Savigny Castle to see their unique vintage vehicle collection. Walk Dijon's owl trail to see all the main sites.

    
  • Days 11-13

    Alsace & Champagne

    Visit Colmar's old town early before shops open for the best photos. Stay in Riquewihr past 4 PM when most tourists leave. Finish in Strasbourg with a boat trip through Petite France. One traveler noted: "Taking the canal tour at dusk was magical - the half-timbered houses reflect beautifully in the water."

    

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• 14 Day France, Spain and Andorra Itinerary, incl. Paris and Barcelona

  Cultural 14-day French tour through 12 cities from Marseille to Bordeaux. Marvel at UNESCO sites in Arles, wander through Burgundy's castles, and enjoy Seine River cruise. Stay at selected hotels like Novotel Est Paris with included breakfasts.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    French Riviera

    Start in Nice with a drive on the Promenade des Anglais. Take a boat trip from Saint-Maxime to Saint-Tropez in the morning to avoid afternoon winds. Your final stop is Marseille's Vieux Port. A recent visitor shared: "Getting around the French Riviera was seamless - the coastal boat rides offered amazing views without dealing with busy roads."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Provence & Burgundy

    Visit Arles to see the Roman ruins and Van Gogh sites before the crowds arrive. Stop at Les Baux to see the Carrières de Lumières show. Book this ahead as it often sells out. Move on to Lyon and Dijon where you can try local wines. A useful tip: The Lyon funicular to Fourvière runs until 10 PM in summer. Visit at sunset for beautiful city views.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Paris Region

    Head to Versailles first thing at 8:30 AM before tour groups arrive. Next, explore Montmartre and take an afternoon Seine river cruise when the light is perfect for photos. Visit the Eiffel Tower's second floor early or late to skip the crowds. Then drive 3 hours to Tours in the Loire Valley.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Southwest France & Andorra

    Take a scenic drive through Bordeaux wine country to Lourdes. Join the evening candlelight procession at 9 PM between March and October. The next day, visit medieval Carcassonne before entering Andorra. Be careful on mountain roads and plan extra time in winter.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Barcelona

    Take the hourly rack railway to Montserrat monastery for incredible views. Explore Gaudí's architecture in the morning before it gets hot. Spend your evening at the waterfront Maremagnum for dinner. A traveler noted: "The Barcelona city tour gave perfect context for exploring independently later."

    
  • Days 12-14

    Madrid via Valencia

    Visit coastal Peñíscola before stopping in Valencia for paella. The Valencia to Madrid journey might be by high-speed train instead of bus. In Madrid, start your day at Retiro Park for peaceful boat rides. Include the Santiago Bernabéu stadium tour in early afternoon to avoid morning crowds.

    

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• 14 Days in France & Monaco, incl. French Riviera and Paris

  Luxurious 14-day French tour visiting 13 cities from Monte Carlo to Paris. Highlights include Saint-Tropez's coastal walk, Michelin-starred dining in Carcassonne, Calanques National Park cruise from Cassis, and celebration dinner atop the Eiffel Tower. Costs approx. $890 per day including luxury accommodations.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Monaco & French Riviera

    Visit Monte Carlo after 7 PM when traffic lightens to drive the F1 circuit. Start your next day at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat before the crowds arrive. Check out Nice's Old Town and Cours Saleya market before 1 PM closing time. On day 3 take a boat to Saint-Tropez to avoid traffic and get great port photos.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Provence Region

    Stay in Aix-en-Provence and walk Cours Mirabeau early before the cafes get busy. Visit Château La Coste at opening time (10 AM) for the best photo light. Take a late afternoon boat tour in Cassis to see the limestone cliffs in golden light. Bring a light jacket for your vintage Citroen drive through Luberon.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Medieval Towns & Wine Country

    Visit Pont du Gard at sunrise to beat the tour buses. Walk up to Les Baux-de-Provence castle early before it gets hot. Visit Carcassonne's medieval city at dusk when tourist crowds thin out. Get ready for big portions at your Michelin-starred cooking class.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Bordeaux Wine Region

    Wear good walking shoes for St. Émilion's steep streets. Schedule your Château de Ferrand wine tasting in late afternoon for nice photos. Go biking along the Garonne River in the morning when it's calmer with better views.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Paris Finale

    Take the 3-hour high-speed train from Bordeaux to Paris. Book upper deck seats for better views. Start your Paris visit at Montmartre before Sacré-Cœur gets crowded. A previous visitor noted: "Book your Eiffel Tower dinner reservation for sunset, around 9 PM in summer. The city lights up just as you're finishing dessert."

    

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