14 days tour

Ultimate France (2025, 14 Days)

$ 11,550 .00 USD

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Ultimate France (2025, 14 Days)

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Choose between two carefully selected activities Chateau La Coste: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience sample the estateโ€™s organic wines and visit their one-of-a-kind contemporary wine cellar. In 2009, the wines of Chรขteau La Coste were labeled "Organic Agriculture", a label which recognizes respect for the land as well as the methods, in perfect harmony with nature. Chateau La Coste: Join a Local Expert for a relaxed walk among olive groves and woods to discover the installations created by the best modern artists and architects. Bordeaux: Take a relaxing bike tour around the City of Bordeaux. Enjoy a beautiful loop of the Garonne river, pass through the Chartrons district and stop in the picturesque park Jardin Public. See the Palais Gallien and the grand shopping centrer, Glace des Grands Hommes. Bordeaux: Join a Local Expert to discover the best sights in Bordeaux. See the beautiful Gothic cathedral, the famous Water Mirror, the stunning neoclassic theater and the modern architecture of the Citรฉ du Vin. Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences. In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. โ€‹ Included at all hotels. Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included. Explore Aix en Provence with a Local Expert and discover the ancient Roman town with its bubbling fountains and elegant 18th-century architecture. Take an easy amble through the maze-like streets of the Old Town under the cool shadow of the Aix Cathedral. Follow in the footsteps of Paul Cรฉzanne along the grand, tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau. Awaken your senses at the Bassins des Lumiรจres Museum. Paris: See the iconic sights of the French capital Gemenos: This evening, experience a Private Concert during your delicious meal, set within your beautiful hotel. Monaco City: Join your Travel Concierge for guided sightseeing of glamourous Monaco. See the Grand Prix circuit โ€“ famous for hosting the annual Formula One Monaco Grand Prix โ€“ explore the old town, and admire the Royal Palace where the Grimaldi family lives. Wander along the yacht-filled harbor and see the cathedral, which houses the tombs of the late Prince Rainier and Princess Grace. Nice: Join a Local Expert to take a walk through the charming streets of Old Nice and see the Opera, the antique market, and the St. Reparate Cathedral. French Riviera: Join a Local Expert to visit the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its gardens. Built by the passionate art collector Madame Ephrussi, she gathered the best from each era including delicate pieces of furniture once belonging to Marie Antoinette. Cassis: Board your private cruise through the Calanques National Park to admire the towering limestone cliffs and the long, narrow and deep fjord-like inlets. Lourmarin: Visit the tree lined avenues of Lourmarin and explore the lively market featuring crafts, clothing and local delicacies. Provence: Take a seat in your chauffeured Citroen 2CV and embark on a drive through the rolling countryside past fields of lavender. Avignon: Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by imposing, leafy platanes. Les Baux-de-Provence: Journey through the Alpilles National Park to one of the most beautiful villages in France, Les Baux-de-Provence, perched on a plateau. Arles: Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh as your Local Expert walks you through the city that inspired many of the artistโ€™s paintings. Carcassonne: Carcassonne represents one of the biggest and best-preserved fortified cities in Europe, with 53 watchtowers and 1.5 miles of ramparts open to the public. Explore this real-life Magic Kingdom with a Local Expert and uncover its rich history, dating back to the pre-Roman period. Cite de Carcassone: Admire flora and fauna, rural vistas and lush vineyards on this gentle 1.5-hour cruise. Built in the late 17th century as a shipping short cut between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean,โ€ฏthe Canal du Midi is one of Europeโ€™s oldest canals still in operation. Saint-Tropez: Take in the best of Saint-Tropez as a Local Expert guides you through the remains of the ancient landmark Notre-Dame-de-lโ€™Assomption and its colorful bell tower. Afterward, taste the local Saint-Tropez tart pastry in the bakery where it was first created in the 1950s.

Guide

Local Expert Guides In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. โ€‹

Accommodation

13 nights hotel accommodation

Transport

Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available. Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Meals

7 Dinner (D) 13 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L) Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure. On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.โ€‹ Cassis: Indulge in a divine seafood dinner in the charming fishing village of Cassis. Cavaillon: Visit the acclaimed winery, Domaine de la Citadelle, for a tour of its grounds and a picnic lunch. Savor a selection of Provenรงal favorites paired with local wine. Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Tresor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class Saint-ร‰milion: Indulge in a private tour of Chรขteau de Ferrand and its wine cellars. Sample fine vintages guided by the resident Sommelier, followed by a gourmet wine-paired dinner. Paris: Reminisce about your trip with your fellow travelers in style on the Eiffel Tower

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Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Ultimate France (2025, 14 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To The French Riviera
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To The French Riviera

      Transfer to your hotel before dining waterside at Fontvieille marina. Enjoy an evening drive along the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit to the Grimaldi Palace.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Nice Sightseeing Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Nice Sightseeing Relaxed Start

      In Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, join a Local Expert touring the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Continue to Nice where joining a Local Expert on a walk through the streets of Old Nice viewing the opera house, admire the Sainte-Rรฉparate Cathedral and maybe taste some socca at the colorful food market on the Cours Saleya.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Star-Studded St. Tropez
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Star-Studded St. Tropez

      Step into the glamour of the French Riviera in St. Tropez with a Local Expert. Taste the local Tarte Tropรฉzienne at the bakery where it was originally created.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Aix-En-Provence Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Aix-En-Provence Relaxed Start

      Follow the footsteps of Paul Cรฉzanne along the Old Town and tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau and enjoy a French pastry and coffee in one of the most prestigious residences. Then curate your visit at the stunning Chรขteau La Coste winery and open-air museum. Or, join a Local Expert for a relaxed walk among the installations created by the best modern artists and architects.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Calanques National Park Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Calanques National Park Relaxed Start

      Today is ripe with adventure as you journey through traditional French hilltop villages and stop in the quaint cobbled town of Le Castellet en route to Cassis and board your private cruise to Calanques National Park. Journey past towering, reddish-brown limestone cliffs looming over turquoise waters, narrow and deep fjord-like inlets, and hidden beaches. In the afternoon, relax at your boutique hotel by strolling or cycling in the Chรขteau gardens, trying your hand at the classic French game of pรฉtanque on the lavish grounds - glass of pastis at hand or lounging by the pool. This evening, indulge in a 3 Course Dinner at the beautiful Chex Gilbert.

  • Day 6 Day 6: French Icons
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: French Icons

      Visit the village of Lourmarin to browse the stalls of its famous market. Take a seat in your vintage Citroen 2CV and embark on a chauffeured drive through the Luberon mountains, through lush vineyards and scenic villages arriving at the Domaine de la Citadelle winery to taste its wines with a picnic prepared by local chef Madame Dromer.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Les Baux Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Les Baux Relaxed Start

      Visit the renowned Pont du Gard, a well-preserved Roman aqueduct. Observe how this three-level, 900-footlong bridge was built out of soft yellow limestone blocks from a nearby quarry. Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by leafy platanes. Continue through the Alpilles National Park to the village of Les Baux-de-Provence.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Arles And Carcassonne Sightseeing Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Arles And Carcassonne Sightseeing Relaxed Start

      Journey on to the fortified city of Carcassonne, one of the largest surviving medieval walled cities in Europe. Explore Van Goghโ€™s town of Arles and visit the Roman Amphitheater with a Local Expert. Journey through Camargue to your hotel in Carcassonne in the heart of the city.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Carcassonne And The Languedoc Region Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Carcassonne And The Languedoc Region Relaxed Start

      After exploring Carcassonne venture into the rolling countryside to the village of Lastours overlooked by its four Cathar castles. Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Trรฉsor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class and savor the food you have prepared accompanied by local wine. Relax on our evening cruise of the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Bordeaux And St. ร‰milion
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Bordeaux And St. ร‰milion

      Journey to the enchanting city of Bordeaux where you will have time to have lunch and explore this elegant, 18th century jewel on the banks of the Garonne. Refreshed and ready to explore further afield, visit the nearby, charming town of St. ร‰milion, regarded as one of the most beautiful in France and one of UNESCOโ€™s World Heritage Sites. After time visiting its winding cobbled streets and 12th-century monolithic church, drive through the lush vineyards to Chรขteau de Ferrand, home to Madame Bic and Monsieur Chandon. Here we enjoy a tour of the winery followed by a tasting of some of its fine vintages and an exclusive dinner in a wonderful setting.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Bordeaux Sightseeing Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Bordeaux Sightseeing Relaxed Start

      Learn about the 18th-century architecture of Vieux Bordeaux with a Local Expert. Or set off on a leisurely bike ride around the Garonne River before ending at the picturesque Jardin Public.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Travel To Paris Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Travel To Paris Relaxed Start

      After a leisurely breakfast, board your high-speed train that whisks you through the French countryside to Paris, the most romantic city in the world. Enjoy lunch in the Montparnasse district before setting off to see the landmark sights of the capital city including Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-ร‰lysรฉes and the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy an evening at leisure in this dazzling city.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Paris Sightseeing Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Paris Sightseeing Relaxed Start

      Join a Local Expert to discover the artists of Montmartre or explore the hidden squares and galleries of Paris. Tonight, the climax of your French trip will be a celebration dinner on the glittering Eiffel Tower: a chance to bid a fond farewell to your fellow travelers and this wonderful city.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Depart Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Depart Paris

      Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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