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Best of France

Summary:

Expect only the best on one of our favourite France trips, beginning and ending in Paris. Spend the night as a French lord or lady in an elegant Loire Valley château, be inspired like Cezanne was, by the beauty of Provence and visit the playground of Mona...

Duration
13 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
30-Mar-2025
Starting at
USD 4,725.00
Price per day
USD 363.00
Tour Type
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Trafalgar Tours
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Best of France
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Summary

Expect only the best on one of our favourite France trips, beginning and ending in Paris. Spend the night as a French lord or lady in an elegant Loire Valley château, be inspired like Cezanne was, by the beauty of Provence and visit the playground of Monaco.

Map: Best of France (Trafalgar Tours)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Bonjour Paris
Day 2
Journey Through Burgundy To Lyon
Day 3
Onwards To Avignon, Monaco And The French Riviera
Day 4
The French Riviera Your Way
Day 5
Admire Arles And Continue To Carcassonne
Day 6
Pilgrimage To Lourdes And On To Biarritz
Day 7
Venture To Bordeaux
Day 8
Discover Beautiful Saint-Émilion
Day 9
Explore A Château In The Loire Valley Stays With S...
Day 10
Off To Mont-Saint-Michel And The Normandy Beaches
Day 11
Journey To Paris
Day 12
Discover The Delights Of Paris
Day 13
Farewell Paris

Travel Countries (2): France, Monaco

Travel Cities (12): Arles, Avignon, Biarritz, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Lourdes, Lyon, Monaco-Ville, Mont Saint-Michel, Paris, Saint-Émilion, Versailles

Highlights

Dining Summary

  • 6 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Be My Guest

  • Villandry: Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a delightful Be My Guest experience.

Iconic Experience

  • Beaune: Vist the Hopsices de Beaune and learn about its captivating past as well as admiring its flamboyant Gothic architecture.
  • Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
  • Monaco City: See the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married.
  • Arles: Hear more about the city that is famed for being the inspiration behind the Van Gogh paintings during a city orientation.
  • Lourdes: Explore Lourdes, globally renowned as a Roman Catholic pilgrimage site and attracting over three million faithful visitors every year.
  • Saint-Émilion: Take in the vine-laden surroundings and established wine-making heritage of Saint-Émilion.
  • Mont-Saint-Michel: Savour your first sight of the fortified island of Mont Saint-Michel and cross the causeway to explore the tidal island town.
  • Omaha Beach: Join an emotive journey tracing the story of the D-Day landings and visit Omaha Beach.
  • Giverny: View the gardens that inspired many of Impressionist Claude Monet’s most famous masterpieces.
  • Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

  • Villandry: Visit Château Villandry in the Loire Valley and admire the exquisite Renaissance gardens that surround this elegant estate.

Must-see Highlights

  • Explore Carcassonne and Paris
  • Discover Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, Arles, Lourdes, Bordeaux and Nice
  • Visit the Hospices de Beaune, Château de Villandry, the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach and Claude Monet's home at Giverny.
  • View the Papal Palace in Avignon, Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena in Nice, Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, Esplanade des Quinconces in Bordeaux, Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day Beach of Omaha in Normandy, the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées and Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris
  • See the Roman Amphitheatre and the Cathedral in Arles
  • Scenic Drive through the Dordogne and the Loire Valley

Trafalgar Difference

  • Loire Valley: A symbol of the passing of time, step back with a stay in the regal 16th and 17th- century Chateâu de Beauvois, which opens its doors to those who wish to experience exceptional moments.

Included in Price

Whats Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

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