Enchanted France
Enchanted France
$1997
Enchanted France
11 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Loire Valley, Dordogne, Bordeaux, Marseille, Lyon, Dijon, Strasbourg, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2506483
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Enchanted France" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of France's cultural and historical treasures. Begin in the picturesque Loire Valley, exploring the stunning castles of Blois and Villandry, and the historic Châteaux of Chenonceau and Chambord. Discover the artistic legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Amboise and marvel at the prehistoric cave paintings in Lascaux. Experience the charm of Bordeaux's old town and the medieval allure of Carcassonne. Delight in a boat ride through the Padirac Chasm and a scenic cruise in Strasbourg's Petite France. Savor the flavors of French wine in Bordeaux and Champagne in Épernay. This tour offers a rich tapestry of gardens, history, and gastronomy, promising an unforgettable cultural adventure.
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, starting with a morning stroll through Amboise, home to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final 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. 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: Dordogne
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. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch, or if you wish, you can visit Cité du Vin, an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine. 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, 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 one 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. 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, Épernay, Paris
Location: Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll spend time in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace and home to the European Parliament. The city’s historic center is a true gem, with its picturesque medieval streets, stunning Gothic cathedral, canals and flowers. We’ll include a boat trip through the canals of Petite France, a highlight of the city. After, our journey will continue to the Champagne region, where we’ll include a visit to a traditional cellar and you’ll discover the secrets of the world’s most famous sparkling wine during a guided tour and tasting. Afterward, we’ll make a brief stop in Épernay, the capital of Champagne, where you can take a leisurely stroll through this delightful town, known for its world-renowned wineries. We’ll then continue to Paris, arriving in the evening.
Day 11 : 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 Château de Villandry Gardens
Tickets to the gardens of Château de Villandry are included.
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Tickets to Château de Chenonceau
Tickets to Château de Chenonceau are included.
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Visit to Chambord Park
Visit to the park of Chambord is included.
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Tickets to Lascaux Museum and Replica Caves
Tickets to the museum and replica of the caves in Lascaux are 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 Cité du Vin
Admission to the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux, including an audio tour and wine tasting, is included.
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Admission to Carrières de Lumières
Admission to the Carrières de Lumières show in Les Baux is included.
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Cable Car Ride in Lyon
A cable car ride up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon is included.
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Boat Trip in Strasbourg
A boat trip through the canals of Petite France in Strasbourg is included.
What's Not Included
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Lunches
Lunches are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting location are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation details are not provided in the tour description.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experience is included in the Padirac Chasm visit?
During the visit to the Padirac Chasm, you will enjoy a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground.
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Are there any wine-related activities included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux for a wine tasting and an audio tour, as well as a visit to a traditional Champagne cellar in Épernay with a guided tour and tasting.
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What is special about the visit to the Château de Villandry?
The visit to the Château de Villandry is special because it is renowned for its beautiful gardens and flowers, and tickets to the gardens are included in the tour.
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What historical sites are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to several historical sites such as the Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, the medieval castle in Beynac, and the well-preserved Renaissance historic center of Sarlat.
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Is there any special activity planned in Strasbourg?
Yes, in Strasbourg, a boat trip through the canals of Petite France is included, which is a highlight of the city.
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What can I expect from the visit to the Carrières de Lumières?
The visit to the Carrières de Lumières includes an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries.
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