Wonderful France
Wonderful France
Wonderful France
9 Days Starting and ending in Paris
Visiting: Paris, Beaune, Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco, French Riviera, Saint-Tropez, Avignon, Arles
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FWOFZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 54
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
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From:
$3395
$2733 (USD)
Operator discount: -$518
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$144
-19%
Tour Overview
9 Day France Tour to Paris, Lyon, the French Riviera and Avignon. Combine the glamorous French capital with centuries of history and glorious sunsets on the French Riviera. This favourite French tour delivers it all in just nine days, from strolling around the Pont du Gard to soaking up the sun-kissed charm of St. Tropez and Monaco in France's glorious south.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Bonjour France
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense
Meals Included: No Meals
Discover romance, sophistication and French joie de vivre in Paris – the launch pad to a memorable journey through the French countryside. Explore the grand boulevards and winding lanes of the 'City of Lights', before meeting your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Reception. We take to the streets this evening to see some of the city's most iconic sights, including the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe, standing in all its glorious splendour for you to admire.
Day 2 : Discover The Delights Of Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join a Local Specialist to explore the Latin Quarter, a vibrant student hotspot and home to the Sorbonne University. Visit the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then soak up the authentic atmosphere and local day-to-day life of the Parisians as you stroll through historic neighbourhoods. Spend your evening embracing the pageantry of Paris and perhaps experience a traditional Parisian Cabaret.
Day 3 : Journey Through Burgundy To Lyon
Location: Beaune, Lyon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Charlemagne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel through the picture-perfect Burgundy wine region and stop in its walled regional capital, Beaune – most famous for the colourful geometric-tiled Hôtel-Dieu. We continue to the gastronomic capital of Lyon, where we spend the night. Discover the historic treasures of its well-preserved Old Town or perhaps indulge in delicious Beaujolais flavours in a local bouchon – the choice is yours.
Day 4 : Continue To Monaco And The French Riviera
Location: Aix-en-Provence, Monaco, French Riviera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Montaigne & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Follow the Rhône Valley south, enjoying some free time in Aix-en-Provence for a delicious lunch and the sweet flavours of Calissons, then stop in the glamorous Principality of Monaco bound for the sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera. View the Palace, which has been the home of the Grimaldis since the 13th century, and the cathedral where Princess Grace and Prince Rainier were married. This evening, we enjoy a delicious Regional Dinner together in Monaco before arriving at our hotel, where we'll spend the next two nights.
Day 5 : The French Riviera Your Way
Location: French Riviera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Montaigne & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
The sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera are yours to explore today. Consider relaxing on the beach with your fellow sun-worshippers or an Optional Experience could see you visit the hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a popular haunt for actors seeking a relaxing retreat. In your free time, you have the opportunity to soak up the fresh sea air and perhaps indulge in a delicious Salade Niçoise.
Day 6 : On To Sunny Saint-Tropez And Avignon
Location: Saint-Tropez, Avignon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Pont d'Avignon
Meals Included: Breakfast
We arrive by boat in glitzy Saint-Tropez for a leisurely morning sojourn to soak up our fashionable surrounds. Continue on to the ancient city of Avignon, once the seat of the Papacy, where we will spend the next two nights. Our orientation of this extraordinary historic city includes views of the imposing Palace of the Popes and the famous ruined bridge straddling the Rhône, which inspired the French song, Sur le Pont d'Avignon.
Day 7 : Explore Ancient History In Pont Du Gard And Arles Connect With Locals
Location: Arles, Avignon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Pont d'Avignon
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we visit the impressive Pont du Gard – an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge, still standing since the 1st century AD, before continuing to Western Europe’s largest river delta region - the Camargue. Here we will Connect With Locals as we join innkeeper Patrick for a home cooked Be My Guest lunch of original, regional dishes made with produce from local farmers and markets. After lunch we make our way to Arles to admire its Romanesque Cathedral and Roman amphitheatre, once the site of bloody battles and exhilarating chariot races. Tread in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh with your Local Specialist, exploring the heritage of a city that was once an important Phoenician trading port. Back in Avignon, the evening is at your leisure.
Day 8 : Travel By High-Speed Train To Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Evergreen Laurel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The picture-perfect French countryside is our constant companion as we take the high-speed TGV train through the heart of France, past Auxerre and the sprawling vineyards of Burgundy, back to Paris where you have the rest of the afternoon to explore the city on your own terms. This evening we celebrate an unforgettable sojourn through France at a Farewell Dinner with our Travel Director and newfound friends.
Day 9 : Au Revoir Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, it's time to bid Paris a fond au revoir as our fascinating journey through France comes to an end. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Fully Guided
Yes,An expert Travel Director and professional Driver on this tour.
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above children are permitted on this tour.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the maximum group size?
An average of 40 to 45 guests
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking local tour guide on this tour.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Trafalgar guests benefit from complimentary arrival and departure transfers, by shuttle coach, on the first and last day of their guided holiday. Any guests whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach transfer timings may choose to purchase a private transfer.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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