Discover Paris, a city of grand history, vibrant culture, and culinary delights. From the iconic Eiffel Tower to charming cafés along the Seine, the city invites you to explore at your own pace. After check-in, unwind or begin your adventure with a Choice Experience—a Seine cruise and scenic drive showcasing Paris’s most celebrated sights.

Experience the elegance and charm of Paris on a full-day city tour with your Travel Director. Marvel at the Arc de Triomphe and stroll the Champs-Élysées, or optionally explore Montmartre’s cobbled streets and Artist’s Square. Conclude the day with an optional dinner to savor Parisian cuisine.

Au revoir, Paris! Journey to medieval Beaune, famed for its wine, and explore the charming marketplace and 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu. Continue to Lyon for an orientation tour, with the option to join a Choice Experience celebrating the city’s rich history and renowned French cuisine.

Travel south through the Rhône Valley and enjoy some free time in the Roman-founded town of Aix-en-Provence. Continue to the sparkling Mediterranean coast, where the glamour of Monaco and the Côte d’Azur awaits—perfect for capturing its elegance along sun-kissed boulevards.

Enjoy a full day at leisure on the glamorous French Riviera. Relax on the beach or, for a touch of culture, join an optional excursion to the enchanting walled hill-town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, where art, charm, and the Riviera lifestyle await.

Start the day with a classic French breakfast before journeying west to Arles, the Camargue town that inspired Van Gogh. Admire the impressive first-century Pont du Gard aqueduct, then continue to Avignon, home to one of the world’s most remarkable religious architectural treasures.

Step into a storybook as you explore Carcassonne, with its 12th-century architecture and turreted medieval castle. Continue to Lourdes, a place of pilgrimage where St. Bernadette is said to have seen visions of the Virgin Mary. This evening, experience a moving torchlight procession with the pilgrims.

Enjoy a day on the Atlantic coast in glamorous Biarritz, where sun, surf, and seaside charm await. Follow in the footsteps of European royals, or join an optional Choice Experience into the scenic Basque country. Later, journey through Les Landes to reach your destination for the day, Bordeaux.

After a night enjoying Bordeaux’s wines and historic charm, journey to the hilltop village of Saint-Émilion, a delight for red wine enthusiasts. Optional wine tastings at a historic château are available before continuing to your hotel near Tours, the gateway to the Loire Valley.

Step into a fairy tale on a guided tour of Château de Chenonceau, famed for its Renaissance art, elegant interiors, and gardens. Continue to Amboise, the resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, and admire the magnificent Château de Chambord. Conclude your day in Tours with an optional evening exploring the Old Town and savoring traditional Touraine cuisine.

Witness the medieval marvel of Mont Saint-Michel, rising dramatically from the sea, and learn the story of its iconic abbey. Continue to the historic D-Day landing beaches, including a visit to the Normandy American Cemetery at Omaha Beach, before arriving in the elegant resort of Deauville, famed for its racecourse, harbor, and international film festival.

Marvel at the colorful port of Honfleur, a favorite of Impressionist painters, before visiting Rouen, where Joan of Arc’s legacy is commemorated amid cobbled streets and Gothic architecture. Return to Paris for your final evening, with the option to enjoy a celebratory dinner and cabaret experience.

And just like that, your journey through the highlights of France comes to a close. This morning, depart with a lifetime of memories, bidding a fond au revoir to your Travel Director and newfound friends.