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Le France Small Group Departure 15-Night Escorted Tour Round Trip from Paris

Immerse yourself in the flavour and ambiance of Paris while indulging in delicious cuisine and exquisite wine. Journey to the scenic Bordeaux region for a wine-tasting experience unlike any other. Explore the charming streets of the picturesque town of AIX-EN-PROVENCE. Relax on the sun-kissed beaches of the legendary Côte d'Azur, savouring every moment of the French lifestyle. This trip promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover the pure allure of France.
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Le France Small Group Departure 15-Night Escorted Tour Round Trip from Paris

from $7,879 CDN (Compared to $8,029 CDN) - BOOK BY MAY 31, 2023 AND SAVE $300 PER COUPLE
DEPARTURE DATE: September 23, 2023
Countries Visited: France

OVERVIEW

This rollicking tour of France gets the festivities started in Paris and keeps the entertainment coming for 16 fun-filled days. Good food, great wine, and memorable activities are all part of the package on our most in-depth vacation to France. After painting the town rouge in Paris, at a renowned Cabaret venue, head toward the northern coastline for a touching visit of the Normandy Beaches as well as a visit to the fairy-tale setting of the Abbey of Mont St. Michel. Delight in the moat-surrounded Chenonceau Castle, the reds and whites of Bordeaux, and the sparkling blue waters from the west coast to the French Riviera. Stroll through perfect medieval towns, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes and along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. Top this off with the lavender-hued countryside of Provence and a private cruise on the Rhone. Will you have an absolute ball on this encompassing tour of France? The answer is oui!

Four Ways Globus Eliminates the Hassles.

VIP Access - Skip the lines and get special treatment at the must-see attractions.

Perfect Hotels - We’ve done the work to find just the right hotels in just the right locations.

Tour Directors - Take your heads out of the guidebook and let expert guides make every destination fascinating.

Transportation - Leave the navigating to us – and just sit back and enjoy the ride.

Travel Dates & Pricing

TRAVEL DATEPRICETYPE
September 23, 2023from $7,879 CDN (Compared to $8,029 CDN)Per Person

What's Included

  • 15 night escorted small group coach tour round trip from Paris
  • 15 night accommodation
  • Full buffet breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners
  • Included sightseeing
  • Taxes

Itinerary

DAYDATEPLACE
1Sat Sep 23ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE
2Sun Sep 24PARIS, FRANCE
3Mon Sep 25PARIS–CAEN. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY BEACHES
4Tue Sep 26CAEN–MONT ST. MICHEL–SAINT-MALO
5Wed Sep 27SAINT-MALO–ESSÉ–ANGERS–LOIRE VALLEY
6Thu Sep 28LOIRE VALLEY–CHENONCEAU CASTLE–BORDEAUX
7Fri Sep 29BORDEAUX
8Sat Sep 30BORDEAUX–ARCACHON–DUNE DU PILAT–BIARRITZ
9Sun Oct 1BIARRITZ–LOURDES–CARCASSONNE
10Mon Oct 2CARCASSONNE–AIX-EN-PROVENCE
11Tue Oct 3 AIX-EN-PROVENCE–GRASSE–FRENCH RIVIERA
12Wed Oct 4FRENCH RIVIERA
13Thu Oct 5FRENCH RIVIERA–ORANGE–LYON
14Fri Oct 6LYON–DIJON
15Sat Oct 7DIJON–PARIS
16Sun Oct 8PARIS

Day 1 – ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE

WELCOME TO PARIS!

At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2 – PARIS

LIFE IS A CABARET!

PARIS Enjoy free time this morning followed by guided sightseeing that features the Arc de Triomphe, les Champs-Elysées, and a visit to the Courtyard of Les Invalides. This evening, enjoy Globus Local Favorite dinner and cabaret one of Paris lively venues.

Day 3 – PARIS–CAEN. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY BEACHES

HEROES & HOPE FOR PEACE

CAEN Visit the Memorial Museum for Peace.

NORMANDY BEACHES See the Mulberry Harbor remains at Arromanches, then visit Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery and Memorial with the Monument to the Brave.

Day 4 – CAEN–MONT ST. MICHEL–SAINT-MALO

CASTLE IN THE SAND

MONT ST. MICHEL Guided visit at the abbey.

SAINT-MALO Take an orientation ride on the Little Train. Free time late afternoon and evening.

Day 5 – SAINT-MALO–ESSÉ–ANGERS–LOIRE VALLEY

MYSTERIOUS STONES

ESSÉ Globus Local Favorite Visit the ruins of La Roche-aux-Fées.

ANGERS Take an orientation tour. Enjoy free time to browse before continuing to the Loire Valley.

Day 6 – LOIRE VALLEY–CHENONCEAU CASTLE–BORDEAUX

A WOMAN’S TOUCH

CHENONCEAU Visit the castle of Catherine de Medici.

BORDEAUX Take a walking tour. Enjoy dinner at the Brasserie Bordelaise restaurant.

Day 7 – BORDEAUX

VINES & VINTAGES

BORDEAUX Globus Local Favorite Enjoy a wine tasting in the countryside, followed by free time this afternoon.

Day 8 – BORDEAUX–ARCACHON–DUNE DU PILAT–BIARRITZ

SCENIC SEA & SAND

ARCACHON Free time to explore the lovely seaside town.

DUNE DU PILAT See the tallest sand dune in Europe.

BIARRITZ Enjoy free time this afternoon.

Day 9 – BIARRITZ–LOURDES–CARCASSONNE

HISTORY & MYSTERY

LOURDES Visit St. Bernadette’s grotto en route to Carcassonne.

Day 10 – CARCASSONNE–AIX-EN-PROVENCE

BATTLE SITES & BOULEVARD SIGHTS

CARCASSONNE Take a walking tour by the ancient battlements.

AIX-EN-PROVENCE Join an orientation walk along Cours Mirabeau, one of Europe’s great boulevards. Enjoy free time to explore.

Day 11 – AIX-EN-PROVENCE–GRASSE–FRENCH RIVIERA

FRAGRANCES & A FEAST FOR THE EYES

GRASSE Globus Local Favorite Visit the perfume factory at Fragonard Usine Historique. Take a scenic drive along the Mediterranean coast.

NICE Take in the sights with a drive along the Promenade des Anglais.

Day 12 – FRENCH RIVIERA

THE GOOD LIFE ON THE CÔTE D’AZUR

FRENCH RIVIERA Relax with a free day on the beautiful Côte d’Azur.

Day 13 – FRENCH RIVIERA–ORANGE–LYON

HISTORIC PERFORMANCES

ORANGE Visit the Roman Theatre en route to Lyon.

Day 14 – LYON–DIJON

REVERIE ON THE RHÔNE AND SÂONE

LYON Board a Globus Local Favorite private cruise on the Rhône and Sâone Rivers with a Local Guide. Enjoy free time to walk through the Old Town.

DIJON Take an orientation walk with free time to explore.

Day 15 – DIJON–PARIS

PARIS PART DEUX

DIJON Board a high-speed TGV train ride to Paris.

PARIS Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.

Day 16 – PARIS

SAFE TRAVELS UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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