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Arrive
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Paris
Arrive into Paris Charles de Gaulle airport and transfer into the heart of the 'City of Lights'. Your home from home will be Esprit Saint Germain, a boutique gem nestled in the chic Left Bank and the perfect base from which to explore the city's most esteemed landmarks.
![Charming restaurant on a street corner in Paris](/-/media/countries/france/paris-restaurant-shstck.jpg)
Suggested activities:
• Enjoy a private tour of the Louvre with a family scavenger hunt
• Indulge in an enticing foodie tour of the atmospheric Marais
• Discover the hidden gems of Montmartre and then join a private patisserie class to craft your own perfect croissant
Suggested length of stay: 4 days
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Bordeaux
Hop onboard a high speed train to Bordeaux, then take the short journey outside the city to Les Sources de Caudalie, located amongst the bucolic setting of rolling vineyards.
![St Emilion in the Bordeaux region of France](/-/media/countries/france/st-emilion-france-istock-1055703230.jpg)
Suggested activities:
• Explore the cobbled streets of St Emilion and sip the region’s eponymous wines
• Go cycling through the timeless Bordeaux vineyards or paddle boarding along the Garonne river
• Enjoy a thrilling dune boarding experience at the Dunes de Pilat, the highest dunes in Europe
Suggested length of stay: 3 days
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Cote d'Azur
Round off your French immersion with a spot of relaxation in the glamourous setting of the French Riviera. Bask in the jazz era legacy of Hotel Belles Rives, once home to F, Scott Fitzgerald, lounge in the Cote d'Azur sunshine or take to the waters at the hotel’s own water ski school - arguably where the sport was invented.
![Waterside dining at Hotel Belles RIves on the Cote d'Azur in France](/-/media/countries/france/accommodation/hotel-belles-rives/francecote-dazurhotelbellesriveswatersdiedining.jpg)
Suggested activities:
• Unwind in the irresistible surroundings of the Cote d'Azur, enjoying fabulous cuisine and Art Deco glamour
• Discover French Riviera gems such as Nice, Juan les Pins and the glamorous city of Cannes
Suggested length of stay: 6 days
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Depart
Please note that it may be necessary to amend some of the tour inclusions or itinerary order to enhance your experience. You will always be kept advised of any changes.