Discover the rivers Rhine & Rhone with cities like Strasbourg, Paris, Arles, Lyon, Avignon, Colmar.
From the iconic silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the world-class museums of Paris to the sun-drenched lavender fields of Provence, France is a masterpiece of culture, history, and romance. Journey through the historic D-Day beaches of Normandy, wander past the fairytale châteaux of the Loire Valley, or indulge in the glamorous coastal towns of the French Riviera. Celebrated worldwide for its unparalleled culinary heritage, prestigious wine regions like Bordeaux and Champagne, and breathtaking alpine vistas, France offers endless inspiration for every type of traveller.
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France tours and journeys include its famous capital Paris, the Alps Mountains, the Cote d’Azur and (sparkling) wine regions across the country. It is the world’s most favourite destination.
Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in France.
Strasbourg (99)
Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region, located in France and bordering Germany. Strasbourg´s historical center is UNESO heritage since 1988. Strasbourg is also the seat of several European Institutions, including the Council of Europe.
Paris (78)
Paris is one of the first names when thinking of City of Light and Romance, but it is also the economical and cultural heart of France. You can find the Eiffeltower as well as the old and new Arc d´Triumph. It is easy to walk through the center for example to Sacre Coeur and the Moulin Rouge. Don´t forget the Notre Dame, the Louvres and a candle-light diner on the Seine.
Heidelberg (67)
Heidelberg is a 800 year old university city on the Neckar river. It is a beloved touristic location thanks to its cityscape. One of the biggest tourist attractions is the Christmas market during the winter time.
Basel (63)
Basel is a city on the River Rhine, bordering France and Germany. It is Switzerland's third-most-populous city and home of the pharmaceutical industry. Basel is commonly considered to be the cultural capital of Switzerland with a variety of museums and the zoo.
Lyon (57)
Lyon is the 3rd largest city in France, where the rivers Rhone and Saone meet.
Amsterdam (56)
Amsterdam is capital of The Netherlands and world-famous for a) the Canals b) the Museums and c) the Coffee Shops and similar business. The International atmosphere makes it unique place in the world. A must-do is a boat tour through the canals with 17th century houses and house boats as well as a stroll through the red-light district.
Avignon (56)
Avignon is a city with medieval walls. In the 14th century it was the home of 7 Catholic Popes that gives it its nickname "City of Popes". It is located at the river Rhone, what makes it a destination for river cruises in the South-East of France.
Koblenz (49)
Koblenz is a 2000 year old city located where rivers Rhine and Mosel meet.
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When is the best time to travel?
Most people travel in the high season, when the schools are closed and the temperatures are the highest. This may make sense for beach vacations with children. But remember that these periods (July and August in Europe + N-America, China & Japan) are by far the busiest. There will be crowds everywhere.
The hottest season has become even hotter and dryer in the past few years due to climate change, sometimes resulting in forest fires. Sometimes temperatures have become unbearable. In extreme cases attractions may close during the hottest times of the day.
Due to seasonal droughts and low water levels, some river cruises may not be able to go everywhere as planned. This may lead to cancellations and itinerary changes for example on the Rhine and Danube.
For the above reasons we highly recommend travelling in the shoulder season, just before or after the peak season. Fewer people travel, temperatures are still nice, accommodations are cheaper and there are no problems with heat or drought. This is the best time to travel!
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We have 4 tour operators that conduct 216 river cruises in France with duration 5 - 26 days starting at USD 828.
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☞ Avalon... 11x River Cruise Ship
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☞ CroisiEurope... 11x River Cruise Premium (Luxury)
☞ Trafalgar Cruises... 1x River Cruise Ship
☞ Uniworld... 4x River Cruise Ship
☞ Uniworld... 6x River Cruise Premium (Luxury)
Sample Cruises
The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise)
Starting at
± USD 981
± USD 828
Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Southbound)
USD 2,781
USD 2,281
Brilliant Bordeaux (2027) - Bordeaux to Bordeaux
Uncover the proud legacy and heritage of Southwest France.
USD 3,099
Best of the Seine with Paris & Normandy (2027) - Paris to Paris
Cruise the River Seine through Normandy
USD 3,699
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CroisiEurope, The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise)
Avalon, Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Southbound)
Uniworld, Brilliant Bordeaux (2027) - Bordeaux to Bordeaux
Trafalgar Cruises, Best of the Seine with Paris & Normandy (2027) - Paris to Paris