Itinerary
- Day 1
Provence to Lyon
You'll start in Arles where Roman heritage fills the streets and squares. Walk around the old town and take in the ancient architecture, then head to Les Baux to experience the underground Carrières de Lumières art show carved into the limestone quarries. Later you'll get time to stroll through Avignon and see the Palais des Papes, the massive palace that served as the papal residence. From there it's on to Lyon where you'll walk through the old town before taking a cable car up to the basilica for views across the city.
Included Activities
- Explore Arles UNESCO World Heritage city and its Roman and medieval legacy
- Visit Les Baux medieval village
- Admission to Carrières de Lumières underground show
- Walk through Avignon and see Palais des Papes
- Walk through Lyon World Heritage Site old town
- Cable car ride to Notre-Dame de Fourviѐre basilica
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Avignon
Landmarks/POIs Arles Les Baux Carrières de Lumières Palais des Papes Notre-Dame de Fourviѐre - Day 2
Lyon to Dijon
The day starts in Tournus where you'll check out the stone gate and abbey, both showing off Burgundy's architectural history. Head to Beaune next, the wine capital, and you'll have time to walk around on your own before visiting Savigny Castle to see its collection of vintage vehicles. By evening you'll reach Dijon where you can explore the medieval and Renaissance architecture, including the Palace of the Dukes which sits at the heart of the old town.
Included Activities
- Visit Tournus abbey
- Visit Savigny Castle with admission and museum access
- Explore Dijon and Palace of the Dukes
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Beaune
- Wine museum visit in Beaune
- Historic hospice visit in Beaune
Landmarks/POIs Tournus Abbey Beaune Savigny Castle Palace of the Dukes - Day 3
Burgundy to Alsace
Leaving Burgundy behind, you'll pass through Besançon with its Roman heritage and 17th-century citadel before entering Alsace. Arriving in Colmar, the half-timbered houses line the streets and canals create a charming atmosphere. After lunch and some exploration time, head to the medieval village of Riquewihr with its colorful houses and narrow streets, then visit a winery for tasting. You'll finish the day arriving in Strasbourg for the evening.
Included Activities
- Explore Besançon historic center and citadel
- Explore Colmar with its architecture and canals
- Visit Riquewihr medieval village
- Visit old winery with wine tasting and sweet
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Colmar
- Walk around Strasbourg cathedral area and Petite France
Landmarks/POIs Besançon Citadel Colmar Riquewihr - Day 4
Strasbourg to Baden-Baden
Your day in Strasbourg starts with the medieval streets and Gothic cathedral, then you'll take a boat trip through the canals of Petite France. Crossing into Germany, you'll drive through Black Forest scenery and have time for lunch before exploring Freiburg's medieval center. Stop in Triberg to see the famous cuckoo clocks and waterfalls, then continue through the picturesque village of Gengenbach for photos before reaching elegant Baden-Baden for the night.
Included Activities
- Explore Strasbourg historic center with medieval streets and Gothic cathedral
- Boat trip through Petite France canals
- Explore Freiburg medieval center
- Admission to Triberg Waterfalls
- Walk to Triberg Waterfalls via walking path
- Photo stop in Gengenbach
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Freiburg
Landmarks/POIs Strasbourg Cathedral Petite France Freiburg Freiburg Cathedral Triberg Waterfalls Gengenbach - Day 5
Baden-Baden to Frankfurt
Starting with free time in Baden-Baden's parks to relax, you'll then head to Speyer to see the grand Romanesque cathedral and walk through the historic quarter. Moving on to Heidelberg, take a cable car up to the castle for impressive views of the city below, then explore the old town with its markets and shops. Later you'll reach Frankfurt with its modern skyline, and your day finishes in Römerberg Square with traditional beer and sausage tasting.
Included Activities
- Explore Speyer with its Romanesque cathedral and old quarter
- Cable car to Heidelberg castle with gardens, wineries, and apothecary museum access
- Explore Heidelberg old town and Marktplatz
- Beer tasting with Frankfurt sausage and sauerkraut at a beer garden in Römerberg Square
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Heidelberg
- Leisure walk through Heidelberg old town
Landmarks/POIs Speyer Cathedral Alte Münze Heidelberg Castle Marktplatz Römerberg Square - Day 6
Frankfurt to Paris via Luxembourg and Reims
Today you'll cross into Luxembourg, a small country with a cosmopolitan old town that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the city's fortifications and visit the Grand Ducal Palace and Notre-Dame Cathedral before breaking for lunch. From there it's on to the Champagne region and Reims where the Gothic cathedral stands as the historic site of French royal coronations. You'll arrive in Paris by evening.
Included Activities
- Explore Luxembourg old town UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore Luxembourg fortifications, Grand Ducal Palace, and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Explore Reims Gothic cathedral
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Luxembourg
Landmarks/POIs Luxembourg City Old Town Grand Ducal Palace Notre-Dame Cathedral, Luxembourg Reims Cathedral - Day 7
Paris
After breakfast, your tour concludes today. You'll head out with memories from your journey through Provence, Burgundy, Alsace, Germany, Luxembourg, the Champagne region, and France.
- Meals
- Breakfast
