Magnificent France
Magnificent France
Magnificent France
10 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Loire Valley, Dordogne, Bordeaux, Marseille, Provence, Burgundy, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2503072
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Magnificent France" tour and explore the enchanting landscapes and historic treasures of France. Begin your journey in Paris, then venture to the picturesque Loire Valley, visiting charming cities like Blois, Tours, and Amboise. Discover the iconic Châteaux de Villandry, Chenonceau, and Chambord. Continue to the Dordogne region, marvel at the prehistoric Lascaux caves, and stroll through the Renaissance town of Sarlat. Experience the beauty of Bordeaux, the spiritual allure of Lourdes, and the medieval charm of Carcassonne. Explore Provence's highlights, including Arles and Avignon, and end your adventure in the Burgundy region with stops in Dijon and the stunning Fontenay Abbey. Conclude your unforgettable journey back in Paris.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
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: 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 Emilion, 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: Provence
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: Burgundy
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, Abbey Of Fontenay, Semur En Auxois, Vezelay, Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Hotel
We’ll leave Dijon for Fontenay Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we’ll include admission to this Cistercian center. Afterward, we’ll stop in Semur-en-Auxois, a medieval city surrounded by impressive ancient walls. Still in Burgundy, we’ll have time for lunch and a stroll in Vézelay, one of France’s most beautiful villages, where its immense basilica was one of the starting points of the Way of St. James. In the afternoon, we’ll continue our route to Paris, arriving in the evening.
Day 10 : 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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Dinner in Amboise
Dinner is included in Amboise on the first day.
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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 the largest castle in the Loire Valley, Chambord, is included.
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Tickets to Lascaux museum and cave replica
Admission to the Lascaux museum and the replica of the caves is included.
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Admission to Beynac medieval castle
Admission to the medieval castle in Beynac is included.
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Dinner in Rocamadour
Dinner is included in Rocamadour on the third day.
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Boat ride in Padirac Chasm
A boat ride on the river 75 meters underground in the Padirac Chasm is included.
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Admission to the Citè du Vin in Bordeaux
Admission to the Citè du Vin, an interactive wine museum in Bordeaux, is included, along with a wine tasting.
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Dinner in Lourdes
Dinner is included in Lourdes on the fifth day.
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 should be arranged separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting location of the tour are not included.
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Optional activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Check out our Q&As
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What is included in the visit to Château de Villandry?
The visit to Château de Villandry includes tickets to explore its renowned gardens and flowers.
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What can I expect to see in Amboise?
In Amboise, you can explore the fascinating medieval quarter along the Loire River and visit the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years.
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What activities are included in the visit to Lascaux?
In Lascaux, you will visit the museum and the replica of the caves, learning about the site's prehistoric times and its magnificent cave paintings. Tickets are included.
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What is special about the visit to Padirac Chasm?
The visit to Padirac Chasm includes a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground. Note that the Padirac Chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
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What can I do in Bordeaux?
In Bordeaux, you can explore the historic old town, visit the 'Water Mirror,' and enjoy an audio tour and wine tasting at the Cité du Vin. You will also have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks.
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What is included in the visit to Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux?
The visit to Carrières de Lumières includes admission to an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries. If tickets are unavailable, the tour will instead visit the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard.
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What can I see in Dijon?
In Dijon, you can explore the lively streets and numerous medieval and Renaissance buildings, including the standout Palace of the Dukes.
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What is included in the visit to Fontenay Abbey?
The visit to Fontenay Abbey includes admission to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is a significant Cistercian center.
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What can I do in Vezelay?
In Vezelay, you can stroll through one of France's most beautiful villages and visit its immense basilica, which was one of the starting points of the Way of St. James.
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