Enchanted France and Black Forest
Enchanted France and Black Forest
$2099
Enchanted France and Black Forest
13 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Loire Valley, Rocamadour, Bordeaux, Marseille, Lyon, Dijon, Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
31054
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Europe with the "Enchanted France and Black Forest" tour. This cultural adventure takes you through the picturesque landscapes and historic sites of France, Switzerland, Germany, and Luxembourg. Discover the majestic castles of the Loire Valley, including the iconic Château de Chenonceau and the gardens of Château de Villandry. Explore the medieval charm of Rocamadour and the prehistoric wonders of the Lascaux caves. Enjoy wine tasting in Bordeaux, stroll through the walled city of Carcassonne, and marvel at the Roman and medieval legacy of Arles. Experience the enchanting towns of Alsace, the scenic beauty of the Black Forest, and the grandeur of Luxembourg's old town. Conclude your journey in Paris, enriched with memories of Europe's cultural and natural splendors.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!We’ll start the day by traveling to the enchanting south of France, heading towards the picturesque Loire Valley. Our first stop will be Blois, a charming city known for its stunning castle. Next, we’ll go to Tours, the regional capital situated on the banks of the Loire River, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and a delightful lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll explore the splendid Château de Villandry, renowned for its gardens and flowers. Tickets to the gardens included. Our journey will then take us to Amboise, a captivating city with a fascinating medieval quarter along the Loire River. Dinner will be included.
Day 2 : Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation Name: hotel
Embark on a day of discovery in the Loire Valley. Our day will begin with an early morning walk in Amboise to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years. Delving deeper into the Loire region, we´ll explore the iconic Château de Chenonceau (tickets included), built like a bridge over the River Cher. Next, we will visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley (visit to the park included). Continuing our journey into central France, our next stop will be Limoges, renowned for its porcelain. We suggest visiting its historic center, where the highlight is Saint Etienne Cathedral.
Day 3 : Limoges, Sarlat, Beynac-Et-Cazenac, Rocamadour
Location: Rocamadour
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
We’ll leave Limoges for the Dordogne, home to one of the great historic rivers in central France. Few regions contain so many charming villages and enchanting landscapes. We’ll arrive at Lascaux, where we’ll visit the museum and the replica of the caves (tickets included) and learn about the site’s prehistoric times with its magnificent cave paintings. After that, we’ll visit Sarlat, a UNESCO World Heritage town with an incredibly well-preserved Renaissance historic center, where there will be time to stroll and have lunch. In Beynac, we’ll explore a medieval castle overlooking the river (admission included). We’ll end the day in Rocamadour, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary "perched" on a cliff; we suggest walking down the Via Crucis and taking the lift back up. Dinner will be included.
Day 4 : Rocamadour, Padirac Cave, Collonges-La-Rouge, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Location: Bordeaux
Accommodation Name: hotel
We´ll visit the impressive Padirac Chasm, where we´ll enjoy a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground. Afterwards, we´ll proceed to Collonges-la-Rouge, a picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St. James. Following lunch, we´ll journey to Saint-Emilion, located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine-producing region, with time for a leisurely stroll. We’ll arrive in Bordeaux in the evening.Note: The Padirac Chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
Day 5 : Bordeaux, Lourdes
Location: Bordeaux
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
The entire center of Bordeaux has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. We will include admission to the Cité du Vin (with audio tour in English, Spanish or French), an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine; wine tasting included at the viewpoint overlooking Bordeaux. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch. Afterward, we continue towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes by mid-afternoon. You´ll have time to visit the sanctuary (we suggest attending the candlelit procession). Dinner will be included.
Day 6 : Lourdes, Carcassonne, Narbona, Marseille
Location: Marseille
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll travel through the south of France, stopping in Carcassonne, a city surrounded by some of the most beautiful walls in Europe. You´ll have time to walk and explore. After lunch, we’ll continue to Narbonne, where you’ll have free time to discover this historic Occitan city with its picturesque old town. In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Marseille, France’s second-largest city. We recommend a walk through its vibrant Vieux-Port (Old Port), bustling with life and dotted with charming small restaurants.
Day 7 : Marseille, Arles, Avignon, Lyon
Location: Lyon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Villages, landscapes, history – today we’ll see some of the most beautiful places in Provence. In Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage city, we’ll explore its Roman and medieval legacy and be reminded of Van Gogh. In Les Baux, we’ll visit this small medieval village and include admission to Carrières de Lumières, an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries. We’ll have time for lunch and a stroll in Avignon, home to the immense Palais des Papes. Our journey will continue to Lyon, where we’ll walk through the World Heritage Site old town and take the cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, a huge basilica offering a great view over the city.Note: If tickets for the Carrières de Lumières show are unavailable due to closure or high demand, we will instead transfer to the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard.
Day 8 : Lyon, Tournus, Savigny Castle, Beaune, Dijon
Location: Dijon
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll set off from Lyon and head to the Burgundy region. Our first stop will be Tournus, a quaint little town with an imposing stone gate and a large abbey. After that, we’ll travel to Beaune, where we’ll have time for lunch and to explore the wine capital of Burgundy. We recommend visiting the wine museum or the historic hospice. Next, we’ll visit the Savigny Castle, situated in the heart of this winemaking region. Built in the 15th century, the castle houses extraordinary museums featuring motorbikes, racing cars, planes, and helicopters. Our journey will continue to Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, known for its lively streets and numerous medieval and Renaissance buildings, including the standout Palace of the Dukes.
Day 9 : Dijon, Besançon, Colmar, Riquewihr, Ribeauvillé, Strasbourg
Location: Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: hotel
While still in the Burgundy region, we’ll stop in Besançon, a city of Roman origin with a beautiful historic center and a 17th-century citadel that overlooks the town. We’ll then continue our journey to Alsace, a French region that has been contested between France and Germany for centuries. Alsace retains its own German dialect, Alsatian, along with architecture and traditions deeply rooted in Germanic culture. Our first stop in Alsace will be Colmar, a city with unique architecture, colorful half-timbered houses and canals winding through the town. Colmar is also famous for its white wine and gastronomy. You’ll have time for lunch and a leisurely walk. In the afternoon, we’ll visit two of the most beautiful towns in Alsace: Riquewihr, a medieval town with cobblestone streets and colorful houses that look like they’re straight out of a fairy tale—it even inspired scenes from Beauty and the Beast— and Ribeauvillé, known for its charming historic center and castle ruins that overlook the town. We’ll arrive in Strasbourg in the evening. We recommend taking a walk around the cathedral area and Petite France, both filled with charming spots and cozy restaurants.
Day 10 : Strasbourg, Fribourg, Triberg, Gengenbach, Baden-Baden
Location: Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll start our day in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace and home to the European Parliament. The city’s historic center is a true gem, with its charming medieval streets, a stunning Gothic cathedral, and picturesque canals lined with flowers. We’ll include a boat trip through the canals of Petite France to fully appreciate this beautiful area. Afterward, we’ll cross into Germany, passing through the scenic mountain landscapes and towns of the Black Forest. In Freiburg, you’ll have time for lunch and a walk through this lively university city, known for its medieval center and impressive cathedral. We’ll then continue through the Black Forest to Triberg, one of the most picturesque towns in the region, famous for its cuckoo clocks. We’ll include admission to the Triberg Waterfalls, Germany’s highest waterfalls, which you’ll reach via a lovely walking path. Next, we’ll visit Gengenbach, a charming town with a beautiful central square, before heading to Baden-Baden for the night. This spa town, once a favorite retreat for European nobility and the upper bourgeoisie, still exudes an air of elegance with its casinos, architecture, and parks.
Day 11 : Baden-Baden, Speyer, Heidelberg, Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll begin the day with some free time in Baden-Baden for a relaxing stroll through its lovely parks before we head to Rhineland-Palatinate. Our first stop will be Speyer, a historic city along the Rhine River. Here, you can explore the grand Romanesque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and wander through the old quarter, where Alte Münze stands out. We’ll then make our way to Heidelberg, where a cable car will take us up to the impressive castle, offering breathtaking views over the city (tickets included). Your ticket includes access to the castle’s gardens, wineries, and the apothecary museum. Afterward, you’ll have time for lunch and a leisurely walk through the old town, including the Marktplatz. In the afternoon, we’ll arrive in Frankfurt, a bustling financial center known for its modern skyscrapers, historic old town, scenic views of the Rhine River, and vibrant nightlife.
Day 12 : Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Reims, Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll journey to France, beginning with a visit to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, a small country where both German (Luxembourgish dialect) and French are spoken. We’ll arrive in Luxembourg, a cosmopolitan city that seamlessly blends its rich history with the modernity of being a financial hub and a key location for European institutions. Some of its highlights include the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the city’s fortifications, the Grand Ducal Palace, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. After lunch, we’ll continue our journey into France. In the heart of the Champagne-producing region, we’ll stop in Reims, where you can marvel at its stunning Gothic cathedral, the historic site of numerous French royal coronations. We’ll arrive in Paris by the end of the day.
Day 13 : Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
What's Included
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Tickets to the gardens of Château de Villandry
Admission to the splendid gardens of Château de Villandry is included.
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Tickets to Château de Chenonceau
Admission to the iconic Château de Chenonceau is included.
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Visit to the park of Chambord
Admission to the park of Chambord is included.
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Tickets to Lascaux museum and replica caves
Admission to the museum and replica caves of Lascaux is included.
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Admission to Beynac Castle
Admission to the medieval castle in Beynac is included.
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Boat ride in Padirac Chasm
A boat ride on the river 75 meters underground in Padirac Chasm is included.
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Admission to the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux
Admission to the Cité du Vin, an interactive wine museum in Bordeaux, is included.
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Wine tasting at Cité du Vin
Wine tasting at the viewpoint overlooking Bordeaux is included.
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Admission to Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux
Admission to the Carrières de Lumières show in Les Baux is included.
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Cable car ride to Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon
A cable car ride to Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon is included.
What's Not Included
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Lunches
Lunches are not included in the tour package.
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
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Optional activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes transportation by coach, ensuring a comfortable and convenient journey between destinations. Guests will enjoy scenic drives through picturesque landscapes, with stops at key attractions and cities along the way.
Accommodation
Throughout the tour, guests will stay in comfortable hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures. The accommodations are conveniently located, allowing easy access to the various attractions and activities included in the itinerary.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experience is included in the visit to the Padirac Chasm?
The tour includes a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground in the Padirac Chasm.
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Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?
Yes, wine tasting is included at the Citè du Vin in Bordeaux, where you can enjoy it at the viewpoint overlooking the city.
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What is special about the visit to the Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux?
The Carrières de Lumières offers an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Lascaux museum?
During the visit to the Lascaux museum, you will see the replica of the caves and learn about the site's prehistoric times with its magnificent cave paintings.
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What is included in the visit to Heidelberg Castle?
The visit to Heidelberg Castle includes a cable car ride to the castle, and admission to the gardens, wineries, and the apothecary museum.
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What is the highlight of the visit to the medieval village of Rocamadour?
In Rocamadour, you can explore the beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary perched on a cliff, and it is suggested to walk down the Via Crucis and take the lift back up.
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What is included in the Strasbourg visit?
In Strasbourg, the tour includes a boat trip through the canals of Petite France to appreciate the beautiful area.
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