Day 1 - Welcome To Paris

Day Stop

Paris, France

Hotel(s)

Grand Chicago

Meal(s)

Dinner

Meet your Travel Director and fellow guests at the hotel before joining a welcome dinner at a classic local restaurant with cuisine inspired by country recipes.

Day 2 - Champagne Region And On To Dijon

Day Stops

Paris, France
10000 Troyes, France
21000 Dijon, France

Hotel(s)

Grand Hotel Dijon La Cloche

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey through the vine-clad scenery of the Champagne region. Admire the green shoots in spring, full summer foliage or the russet autumnal hues, this is a glorious region throughout the year. Visit the city of Troyes and admire its medieval Old Town with its colorful half-timbered houses while sipping a glass of champagne. On arrival in Dijon, an orientation by your travel director reveals the charming architecture and history of the city.

Day 3 - Free Time In Dijon

Day Stop

21000 Dijon, France

Hotel(s)

Grand Hotel Dijon La Cloche

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Enjoy the Burgundy capital of Dijon. Its many handsome buildings recall the time when the Dukes of Burgundy were more powerful than the Kings of France. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the wine capital of Burgundy, Beaune. In the evening, don't miss the chance of an optional Burgundy wine tasting and traditional dinner in the Premier Cru village of Fixin.

Day 4 - Chamonix

Day Stop

Chamonix, France

Hotel(s)

Alpina Eclectic Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Travel towards the Mâconnais and Beaujolais before turning east into the Alps. A scenic symphony awaits you as you ascend into the high Alps and climb towards Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest mountain. Your destination is the fashionable ski resort of Chamonix. You could take in panoramic views of the mountain peaks and valley below from the Chamonix cable car or explore this mountain resort. In the evening you may choose to try a pierrade at a local trendy eatery in a traditional chalet. This optional experience provides the chance to try a typical regional meal, cooked on a traditional table barbecue.

Day 5 - Lakeside Annecy And Grenoble

Day Stops

Chamonix, France
Annecy, France
Grenoble, France

Hotel(s)

Park Hotel Grenoble MGallery

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning, embark on a beautiful journey to the lakeside town of Annecy, dramatically situated between lake and mountains, it's a medieval spectacle and a summer getaway for the French and the Swiss locals. Enjoy free time for lunch in Little Venice, aptly named for the network of canals criss-crossing through the Old Town. Explore the city’s many lovely bridges at your leisure. Continue on to your hotel in Grenoble. This evening, savor a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6 - The French Riviera To Reach Nice

Day Stops

Grenoble, France
Nice, France

Hotel(s)

Radisson Blu Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Glorious mountain scenery will be yours to enjoy as you travel along a spectacular route, used by the Emperor Napoleon when he returned from his first exile to try to take the throne of France once more. Continue to the French Riviera to reach the elegant resort of Nice. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore as you wish. In the evening, perhaps walk through old town Nice, ending in Cours Saleya where dinner is at your leisure at one of the many lovely bistros.

Day 7 - Nice And The Principality of Monaco

Day Stops

Nice, France
Monaco City, 98000 Monaco

Hotel(s)

Radisson Blu Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Wake up ready to rub shoulders with the jet-set on the glamorous Côte d’Azur. Unlock the secrets of the French perfume industry with a visit to a perfumery, where fragrance experts waft exclusive scents from stoppered bottles. Then enjoy a drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit in Monaco and with Insight Choice enter the Oceanographic Museum dedicated to the concept of the Mediterranean Science Commission or visit the Royal Palace of Monaco and see Monaco Cathedral, housing the tomb of Princess Grace. The rest of the day is set aside for you to enjoy the French Riviera at your own pace. Perhaps join an optional experience to visit the medieval village of Eze and its hill-top Botanical Gardens for a spectacular view of the coastline.

Day 8 - Picturesque Provence

Day Stops

Nice, France
St Paul de Vence, France
Aix-en-Provence, France

Hotel(s)

Aquabella Hotel & Spa

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Picturesque Provence Visit the medieval village of Saint-Paul de Vence, perched high above the Riviera beaches. A walk through its winding streets reveals elegant fountains, vine-covered stone walls and views of mountains and sea. Enjoy a lesson in the French sport of pétanque. Steady your hand and get ready to test your newfound skills as you take part in a game, completed by a glass of pastis, a French apéritif. Continue to Aix-en-Provence to see the sumptuous mansions lining the Cours Mirabeau and on to your hotel.

Day 9 - Avignon And Pont Du Gard

Day 10 - Carcassonne And To Albi

Day Stops

Aix-en-Provence, France
11200 Luc-sur-Orbieu, France
11000 Carcassonne, France
Albi, France

Hotel(s)

Hôtel Saint Antoine

Meal(s)

Breakfast

A scenic drive through the Alpilles takes you to Chateau De Luc, for a wine tasting and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Cross the fertile Languedoc region, before journeying inland to the fortified town of Carcassonne. Travelers are often amazed at their first sight of this medieval gem, known for its fortress - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a complete set of ramparts and a medieval keep. Travel to Albi, the birthplace of Toulouse Lautrec. During your orientation with your travel director, marvel at iconic sites including the views of Toulouse Lautrec Museum and the famous awe-inspiring cathedral, before spending the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 11 - Free Time In Albi

Day 12 - Cahors And Rocamadour

Day Stops

Albi, France
46000 Cahors, France
46500 Rocamadour, France
24250 La Roque-Gageac, France

Hotel(s)

Hotel Le Perigord

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Stop in Cahors, famous for its Black Wine, and see the Pont Valentré. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the open air market - full of fresh, seasonal produce and local delicacies, it's an experience to delight all of the senses. Travel to Rocamadour and enjoy free time to explore this medieval town perched on a cliffside above the Alzou River and known as a resting place for pilgrims traveling through France on the Camino de Santiago to Spain. Later we make our way to our hotel nestled in the countryside of La Roque-Gageac.

Day 13 - Exploring The Dordogne Valley

Day 14 - Paris, The City Of Light

Day Stops

24250 La Roque-Gageac, France
Paris, France

Hotel(s)

Le Méridien Etoile

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Travel onwards to immerse yourself in the beautiful city of Paris where on arrival you are free to explore this fascinating city as you wish. As evening descends, the City of Lights lives up to its name as the monuments, buildings and bridges are lit up in all their glory. For that special touch of excitement and glamour don't miss the chance to join an optional experience to one of the world-famous cabaret shows.

Day 15 - Romantic Capital On The Seine

Day Stop

Paris, France

Hotel(s)

Le Méridien Etoile

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

During your time in Paris, see the impressive Eiffel Tower, the Luxor obelisk in the center of the Place de la Concorde and enjoy a drive along the Champs Élysées to Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe. You are in for a memorable evening with a delicious celebration dinner of excellent French cuisine and wine to toast your journey through France.

Day 16 - Rouen, Honfleur And Deauville

Day 17 - Normandy Beaches And D-Day Landings

Day Stops

Deauville, France
Omaha Beach, France
Arromanches-les-Bains, France
14960 Asnelles, France

Hotel(s)

Hotel Barrière L'Hôtel du Golf

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Follow the route of the Rangers and visit the bunkers and the Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Then with a local expert, spend a few reflective moments at the American Military Cemetery of Saint-Laurent near Omaha Beach. Explore Normandy. Choose between visiting the D-Day Museum in Arromanches and see the remnants of the artificial port in the bay. Alternatively visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum and learn about the epic story of William, Duke of Normandy becoming the King of England. This evening you are treated to a delightful dinner, which promises creative cuisine, seasonal ingredients and delicious wines.

Day 18 - Mont-Saint-Michel And Saint-Malo

Day Stops

Deauville, France
50170 Mont Saint-Michel, France
Saint-Malo, France

Hotel(s)

Hôtel Le Nouveau Monde

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Journey through Bocage country for an exploration of the hilltop abbey of Mont Saint-Michel with your local expert. The abbey stands on an island and is reached by a causeway across the shining sands. Behind the outer ring of defences huddles the small town - it's one street containing shops, cafes and hotels. Continue along the Emerald Coast to stunning Saint-Malo, situated on the Rance Estuary and one of the most charming places in France. A local expert will take you on an exploration of the City of the Corsairs. Walk through the maze of streets of Intra Muros, the walled city, to the cathedral, the burial place of Jacques Cartier and other celebrated voyagers. At your leisure, you can wander around the ramparts of the thick city walls, offering fantastic views over the old town and the bay. By night, the town’s medieval maze of winding streets is abuzz with quaint bars and restaurants. Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional experience to Cancale, known throughout France of its oyster beds, for a delicious meal of fresh seafood and other Breton specialties.

Day 19 - Villandry Experience

Day Stops

Angers, France
49400 Saumur, France
Saint-Malo, France
Château de Rochecotte, 43 Rue Dorothée de Dino, 37130 Coteaux-sur-Loire, France

Hotel(s)

Relais Des Landes

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Head south to follow the valley of the Loire, passing the moated Angers Castle. Cross the Loire to Saumur, where a local vintner will guide you through tastings of the region's delicious wines. Head to Château de Villandry, the jewel of the Loire, to visit the glorious sustainable gardens on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Ensure you don't miss the water, ornamental and kitchen gardens. This stunning sea of fragrant green herbs, silvery cabbages and purple basil is grown organically to re-generate the local ecosystem. This evening, your celebration dinner starts with a glass of local sparkling wine and continues with excellent service and delicious farm-to-table dishes in the most wholesome setting, ensuring the memory of your meal will linger long after you've returned home.

Day 20 - Scenic Drive Along The Loire Valley

Day Stops

Château de Rochecotte, 43 Rue Dorothée de Dino, 37130 Coteaux-sur-Loire, France
37190 Azay-le-Rideau, France

Hotel(s)

Relais Des Landes

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey to the fairy-tale Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, considered one of the best representations of French Renaissance architecture. Having undergone extensive restoration, your local expert will show you the subtle blend of French tradition and innovative Italian decor within this 16th century icon of the Loire Valley. Return to your own turreted château for relaxation and free time. This evening, your celebration dinner starts with a glass of local sparkling wine and continues with excellent service and delicious farm-to-table dishes in the most wholesome setting, ensuring the memory of your meal will linger long after you've returned home.

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transportation--airDay 1 - Welcome To Paris

Day Stop

Hotel(s)

Meal(s)

transportation--busDay 2 - Champagne Region And On To Dijon

transportation--busDay 3 - Free Time In Dijon

transportation--busDay 4 - Chamonix

transportation--busDay 5 - Lakeside Annecy And Grenoble

transportation--busDay 6 - The French Riviera To Reach Nice

transportation--busDay 7 - Nice And The Principality of Monaco

transportation--busDay 8 - Picturesque Provence

transportation--busDay 9 - Avignon And Pont Du Gard

transportation--busDay 10 - Carcassonne And To Albi

transportation--busDay 11 - Free Time In Albi

transportation--busDay 12 - Cahors And Rocamadour

transportation--busDay 13 - Exploring The Dordogne Valley

transportation--busDay 14 - Paris, The City Of Light

transportation--busDay 15 - Romantic Capital On The Seine

transportation--busDay 16 - Rouen, Honfleur And Deauville

transportation--busDay 17 - Normandy Beaches And D-Day Landings

transportation--busDay 18 - Mont-Saint-Michel And Saint-Malo

transportation--busDay 19 - Villandry Experience

transportation--busDay 20 - Scenic Drive Along The Loire Valley

transportation--busDay 21 - La Beauce And Chartres To Paris, City Of Light

transportation--airDay 22 - Au Revoir Paris

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Day 1 - Welcome To Paris

Day 2 - Champagne Region And On To Dijon

Day 3 - Free Time In Dijon

Day 4 - Chamonix

Day 5 - Lakeside Annecy And Grenoble

Day 6 - The French Riviera To Reach Nice

Day 7 - Nice And The Principality of Monaco

Day 8 - Picturesque Provence

Day 9 - Avignon And Pont Du Gard

Day 10 - Carcassonne And To Albi

Day 11 - Free Time In Albi

Day 12 - Cahors And Rocamadour

Day 13 - Exploring The Dordogne Valley

Day 14 - Paris, The City Of Light

Day 15 - Romantic Capital On The Seine

Day 16 - Rouen, Honfleur And Deauville

Day 17 - Normandy Beaches And D-Day Landings

Day 18 - Mont-Saint-Michel And Saint-Malo

Day 19 - Villandry Experience

Day 20 - Scenic Drive Along The Loire Valley

Day 21 - La Beauce And Chartres To Paris, City Of Light

Day 22 - Au Revoir Paris