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Grand Tour of France

14 days
Start and end in Paris
4.8
86 traveler reviews
Grand Tour of France - Cosmos
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 42 - 50
Age range 5 to 99
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Highlights

  • Step back in time and visit the D-Day landing beaches
  • Spot spires and turrets from the banks from the Loire
  • Explore the glitzy French Riviera at your own leisure
  • Sample French delicacies and sip regional wines
  • Get your heart pumping during an optional cabaret show

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE
  2. Day 2 PARIS–ROUEN–HONFLEUR–CAEN
  3. Day 3 CAEN–NORMANDY LANDING BEACHES–MONT ST. MICHEL–ST. MALO
  4. Day 4 ST. MALO–ANGERS–CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY
  5. Day 5 CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY
  6. Day 6 CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY–BORDEAUX
  7. Day 7 BORDEAUX–DORDOGNE–ROCAMADOUR–TOULOUSE
  8. Day 8 TOULOUSE–CARCASSONNE–PONT DU GARD–AVIGNON
  9. Day 9 AVIGNON–ARLES–AIX-EN-PROVENCE–FRENCH RIVIERA
  10. Day 10 FRENCH RIVIERA
  11. Day 11 FRENCH RIVIERA–ORANGE–LYON
  12. Day 12 LYON–BEAUNE–PARIS
  13. Day 13 PARIS
  14. Day 14 PARIS
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Cosmos

Number of tours

210

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

12 hours

Response rate

84%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.5
  • Food
    Good
    3.1
  • 4.9
  • Most Recent
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  • A
    · July 6th, 2023
    Such a blast! Could not have seen so much of France any other way. Our Tour Guide and driver made the experience even better than I could have imagined.
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    Trip date: June 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · July 5th, 2023
    Excellent vacation with dedicated staff and tours.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 29th, 2023
    Overall tour was excellent! Our tour guide, Mike is so knowledgeable. Claudio the driver was amazing!
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 4th, 2023
    Nice places
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 31st, 2023
    Good tour of France and well constructed in the time allowed. Our Tour Director - Zsolt - made the trip all the more enjoyable. A vital part in our tour.
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    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · May 31st, 2023
    Excellent tour Guide Excellent highlights and sights Hotels were satisfactory & meals Coach comfortable & good drivers Only problem 2 stops were too long between toilet stops - at Rouen & Beaune, France- many passengers uncomfortable..
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 28th, 2023
    Rep excellent but left with dud 'wispa' equipment had to spend too much of his time sorting out things that should have been tested before sent to tour. Not fair on travel guide.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 24th, 2023
    Some parts were a bit rushed but we went to places that we had not heard of and which we thoroughly enjoyed.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 24th, 2023
    One hotel was not up to par. It was in the town of Caen. The tour was great and the tour director, Camille, and driver Tom, were fabulous.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 22nd, 2023
    Tour was well organized with visits to amazing villages and sights
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    Trip date: May 2023
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Dates & Availability

14 days
Grand Tour of France
From Paris to Paris

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What our customers ask about this tour

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  • J

    Jamie

    Asked on March 23rd, 2025

    How do I access travel documents online?

    Travel Support
    • CosmosOperatorWritten March 2025

      Travel documents can be accessed online through your account, where you can download or print them as needed for your trip.

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    Cheryl

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    I am wondering what is required to reserve my spot on this Grand Tour of France. Do you require the full amount(4339.00) or is a deposit acceptable?

    Payments
    Tour Details
    • CosmosOperatorWritten February 2025

      You will be required to make a deposit of $330 CAD per person when you book the tour. The remaining balance will be due around 45-60 days prior to your departure.

  • R

    Rebecca

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    What happens if there is a change in the tour schedule?

    Tour Details
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    • CosmosOperatorWritten February 2025

      Any changes to the tour schedule will be communicated directly to you through your registered contact details, including adjustments to accommodations or transport.

  • A

    Andrew

    Asked on February 3rd, 2025

    Could you please provide me with a breakdown of the number of nights we spend in each town/stop over.

    Accommodation
    Tour Details
    • CosmosOperatorWritten February 2025

      DAY 1 Overnight hotel PARIS
      DAY 2 Overnight hotel CAEN
      DAY 3 Overnight hotel SAINT MALO
      DAY 4 Overnight hotel AMBOISE
      DAY 5 Overnight hotel AMBOISE
      DAY 6 Overnight hotel BORDEAUX
      DAY 7 Overnight hotel TOULOUSE
      DAY 8 Overnight hotel AVIGNON
      DAY 9 Overnight hotel NICE
      DAY 10 Overnight hotel NICE
      DAY 11 Overnight hotel LYON
      DAY 12 Overnight hotel PARIS
      DAY 13 Overnight hotel PARIS

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    Cynthia

    Asked on February 2nd, 2025

    If I arrive a day early, can I arrange transportation from the airport?

    Transport
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    • CosmosOperatorWritten February 2025

      We do not offer arrival transfers for accommodations booked before the tour starts. You would need to arrange these separately.

  • F

    Fabien

    Asked on January 13th, 2025

    Can you provide post-tour accommodation?

    Accommodation
    • CosmosOperatorWritten January 2025

      Post-tour accommodations are available at an additional cost, and we can arrange them for specific dates if stated. However, these are subject to availability and need to be confirmed in advance.

  • L

    Luke

    Asked on December 5th, 2024

    If we want to add a few nights at the same Paris hotel prior to start of tour, what would nightly cost be?

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    Price / Availability
    • CosmosOperatorWritten December 2024

      We can accommodate an additional two nights at the beginning and end of the tour. The pre night accommodation will be at the rate of $100 USD for the night is September 11, 2025 and $126 USD for the night of September 10, 2026. The post nights will be $115 USD for the night of September 25, 2025 and $105 USD for the night of September 26, 2025.

    • CosmosOperatorWritten December 2024

      Correction, the rates quoted below are per person per night rates.

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    Cynthia

    Asked on November 17th, 2024

    How do I check the details of my travel insurance?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      Your travel insurance details can be checked directly through our support staff, who can confirm inclusion in your reservation and address any specific queries.

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    Monica

    Asked on October 14th, 2024

    Is there a special rate for accommodation for returning customers?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten October 2024

      Special rates for accommodations may be available for returning customers, subject to confirmation at the time of booking.

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    Dennis

    Asked on September 25th, 2024

    What should I do if I have a problem during the tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten September 2024

      If any issues arise during the tour, you can reach out to us via the ask a question button, and our on-tour support will assist you promptly.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 52147

  • Currency
    Euro
    France
  • Plugs & Adapters

  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 14th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 14th, 2025, a minimum payment of $500 is required to confirm your booking with Cosmos. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Cosmos will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Cosmos" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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