Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
You'll arrive in Paris and meet your tour director and fellow travelers at 5 pm for a welcome drink. This is your chance to settle in and get to know the group before your French adventure kicks off.
- Day 2
Paris
The morning is yours to wander around Paris on your own terms. After lunch, you'll join a guided walk through one of the city's iconic quarters to get oriented. Later, you'll board a dinner cruise along the Seine where you'll enjoy French cuisine while the city lights reflect off the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner cruise on the Seine with French fare and wine)
Included Activities
- Guided walk to discover one of Paris's iconic quarters
- Dinner cruise on the Seine
Landmarks/POIs Seine River - Day 3
Paris to Nantes
You'll head to Nantes, a historic port city on the Loire river. A guided walking tour takes you through the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Île Feydeau, Place Royale, and the Passage Pommeraye. Along the way, you'll learn about Jules Verne's connection to the city and see the fascinating Les Machines de l'Île project.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour including sights of Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Île Feydeau, Place Royale, and Passage Pommeraye
Landmarks/POIs Château des Ducs de Bretagne Île Feydeau Place Royale Passage Pommeraye Les Machines de l'Île - Day 4
Nantes to Cognac to Bordeaux
Next, you'll travel to Cognac for a guided tour of Château Royale du Cognac, including a tasting to understand how this famous spirit is made. From there, you'll continue to Bordeaux where the evening is free for you to settle in and explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Château Royale du Cognac with cognac tasting
Landmarks/POIs Château Royale du Cognac - Day 5
Bordeaux
A guided walk takes you through Bordeaux's historic neighborhoods, covering Quinconces and Saint Pierre. You'll stop at a local patisserie to try a traditional canelé pastry. After that, you'll have free time to check out this UNESCO City of Art and History on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour to discover historic neighbourhoods of Quinconces and Saint Pierre
- Stop at a local patisserie to try a traditional canelé pastry
Landmarks/POIs Quinconces Saint Pierre River Garonne - Day 6
Bordeaux to Carcassonne
You'll travel to the medieval town of Carcassonne and start with an orientation walk along the ancient battlements. The rest of the day is yours to wander through this UNESCO World Heritage site at your own pace and soak in the medieval atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Orientation walk by the ancient battlements of Carcassonne
Landmarks/POIs Carcassonne - Day 7
Carcassonne to Nîmes to Le Baux de Provence to Marseille
An orientation walk in Nîmes lets you see the Roman Amphitheater and the Maison Carrée temple. Then you'll head to Le Baux de Provence for a visit to an olive oil mill where you'll taste local oils. You'll finish the day in Marseille with free time this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk to admire the Roman Amphitheater and Maison Carrée
- Olive oil mill visit with olive oil tasting in Le Baux de Provence
Landmarks/POIs Roman Amphitheater of Nîmes Maison Carrée Le Baux de Provence - Day 8
Marseille
A guided sightseeing tour takes you through Marseille's oldest district, Le Panier. You'll visit the Cathedral La Major and walk through the old port, then drive along the scenic waterfront road. Lunch happens at a local restaurant in the old port area where you can try regional specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant in the old port area)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing walk in Le Panier district
- Visit to Cathedral La Major
- Scenic drive along the panoramic waterfront road
- Lunch at a local restaurant in the old port area
Landmarks/POIs Le Panier Cathedral La Major Old Port of Marseille - Day 9
Marseille to Aix-en-Provence to Nice
You'll travel to Aix-en-Provence for an orientation walk featuring the elegant Cours Mirabeau. After that, you have time to explore the city on your own before heading to Nice. The evening is free for you to settle in and enjoy the coastal town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk of Aix-en-Provence featuring Cours Mirabeau
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to the Principality of Monaco including visit to Monte Carlo, Royal Palace, Cathedral, Old Town, Grand Casino, or local cafés
Landmarks/POIs Cours Mirabeau - Day 10
Nice
A guided walking tour through Nice's old town takes you down narrow cobbled streets, past picturesque squares, and by Baroque churches. You'll have free time in the afternoon to explore further. Later, you'll celebrate with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour through the old town of Nice
- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Nice Old Town Promenade des Anglais - Day 11
Nice
Your French adventure ends this morning. You'll have a final breakfast before departing, taking with you memories of your journey through France's most beautiful cities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
