WELCOME TO FRANCE

1. Arrive

2. 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.

   

   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

3. 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.

   

   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

4. 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.

   

   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

5. Depart

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Optional extensions:

• Cruise the Burgundy riverways in style with the charter of a luxurious barge
• Make lasting family memories with a villa stay in Provence
• Go chateau hunting and sample memorable regional gastronomy in the Loire Valley

Nota bene

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.