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La France 2023
16 days from Paris to Paris
Tour Description:
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 fairytale 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!
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Friday 21 Apr 23 — Sunday 07 May 23 | Starting at $3,959 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 28 Apr 23 — Sunday 14 May 23
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,670 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 05 May 23 — Sunday 21 May 23 | Starting at $4,112 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 12 May 23 — Sunday 28 May 23 | Starting at $4,094 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 19 May 23 — Sunday 04 Jun 23 | Starting at $4,112 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 26 May 23 — Sunday 11 Jun 23 | Starting at $4,157 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 02 Jun 23 — Sunday 18 Jun 23 | Starting at $4,229 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 09 Jun 23 — Sunday 25 Jun 23 | Starting at $4,139 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 16 Jun 23 — Sunday 02 Jul 23 | Starting at $4,139 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 23 Jun 23 — Sunday 09 Jul 23
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,796 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 14 Jul 23 — Sunday 30 Jul 23 | Starting at $4,049 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 28 Jul 23 — Sunday 13 Aug 23
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,670 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 18 Aug 23 — Sunday 03 Sep 23
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,706 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 01 Sep 23 — Sunday 17 Sep 23 | Starting at $4,508 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 08 Sep 23 — Sunday 24 Sep 23 | Starting at $4,859 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 15 Sep 23 — Sunday 01 Oct 23 | Starting at $4,445 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 22 Sep 23 — Sunday 08 Oct 23
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,471 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 29 Sep 23 — Sunday 15 Oct 23 | Starting at $4,481 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingWe’ve prepared everything you need for the perfect vacation—from transfers to and from your hotel to expert Local Guides and included VIP sightseeing access to the world’s iconic sites. Your Globus Tour Director is always there to help you make the most out of your free time!
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
Welcome to Paris! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink
Day 2
PARIS 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 [LF] dinner and cabaret at the one of the city’s lively venues
Day 3
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.
236 mi / 380 km
Day 4
MONT ST. MICHEL Guided visit of the abbey.
SAINT-MALO Orientation ride on the Little Train. Free time late afternoon and evening.
124 mi / 200 km
Day 5
ESSÉ [LF] Visit La Roche-aux-Fées.
ANGERS Orientation tour. Free time to browse before continuing to the Loire Valley.
267 mi / 430 km
Day 6
CHENONCEAU Visit the castle of Catherine de Medici.
BORDEAUX Walking tour. Dinner at the Brasserie Bordelaise restaurant.
280 mi / 450 km
Day 7
BORDEAUX [LF] Wine tasting in the countryside. Free time this afternoon
Day 8
ARCACHON Free time to browse.
DUNE DU PILAT See the tallest sand dune in Europe.
BIARRITZ Free time this afternoon and evening.
174 mi / 280 km
Day 9
LOURDES Visit St. Bernadette’s grotto en route to Carcassonne.
267 mi / 430 km
Day 10
CARCASSONNE Walking tour by the ancient battlements.
AIX-EN-PROVENCE Orientation walk along Cours Mirabeau and free time to explore.
186 mi / 300 km
Day 11
GRASSE [LF] Visit the Fragonard Usine Historique. Scenic drive along the Mediterranean coast.
NICE Drive along the Promenade des Anglais.
130 mi / 210 km
Day 12
FRENCH RIVIERA Free day.
ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME on the French Riviera with an excursion to Saint-Paul de Vence. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
Day 13
ORANGE Visit the Roman Theater en route to Lyon.
298 mi / 480 km
Day 14
LYON [LF] Private cruise on the Rhône and Sâone Rivers with a Local Guide. Free time to walk through the Old Town.
DIJON Orientation walk and free time.
124 mi / 200 km
Day 15
DIJON High-speed TGV train ride to Paris.
PARIS Free time this afternoon and evening.
199 mi / 320 km
Day 16
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Paris | Caen | St. Malo | Loire Valley | Bordeaux | Biarritz | Carcassonne | Aix en Provence | French Riviera | Lyon | Dijon | Paris |
Le Meridien Etoile
Superior First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
81 Bd Gouvion St Cyr Paris Cedex 17 France
Located just a short distance away from the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe, this elegant 1025-room hotel has a captivating mid-century modern design with boutique amenities reflective of the lively surroundings. Artfully appointed accommodation includes modern technology such as complimentary Wi-Fi and air conditioning, luxurious bath products and the Le Méridien Signature Bed. The legendary Paris Jazz Club is the place to enjoy snacks and hand crafted cocktails with a backdrop of live music on weekends, the welcoming restaurant serves a creative international menu composed of fresh seasonal produce and there is also a 24 hour fitness center on-site.
Superior First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
81 Bd Gouvion St Cyr Paris Cedex 17 France
Located just a short distance away from the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe, this elegant 1025-room hotel has a captivating mid-century modern design with boutique amenities reflective of the lively surroundings. Artfully appointed accommodation includes modern technology such as complimentary Wi-Fi and air conditioning, luxurious bath products and the Le Méridien Signature Bed. The legendary Paris Jazz Club is the place to enjoy snacks and hand crafted cocktails with a backdrop of live music on weekends, the welcoming restaurant serves a creative international menu composed of fresh seasonal produce and there is also a 24 hour fitness center on-site.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
