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11 days, round trip from Paris
Your holiday at a glance
Eleven days across France. You sleep 1 night in Amboise, 1 night in Limoges, 1 night in Rocamadour, 1 night in Bordeaux and 6 more stops. The route also calls at Blois, Tours, Villandry, Chenonceaux and Chambord and 16 more. 10 UNESCO listed sights sit on the itinerary, among them Notre Dame Cathedral and Place de la Bourse & Miroir d'eau.
Travel is by coach with an English speaking guide, and hotels and breakfast are included.
The experience
Pick a day. See where you go, what you do and where you stay.
We hope you enjoy an unforgettable experience.
Since you will be joining the tour directly on the day of departure from the starting city, it is extremely important that you check your Service Summary beforehand for the exact meeting point and bus departure time. If you have any questions, please contact us before the trip begins via our emergency phone number. During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the operator's app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc. Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip. Enjoy your tour!
Departure from Paris (time may vary depending on the hotel pick up points).
Blois. Arrival in the center of the Loire Valley, a lively town dominated by its stunning castle. We recommend a stroll through its charming center.
Departure from Blois.
Tours. Arrival in the capital of the region where you can stroll around the historic center next to the Loira river. Time for lunch.
Departure from Tours.
Villandry. Admission included to the gardens of this magnificent castle, considered the most beautiful gardens in France.
Departure from Villandry.
Amboise. Arrival in this picturesque town on the banks of the Loire Valley where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last three years of his life in the Clos Lucé Castle. Dinner included.
A journey through the Loire valley, featuring elegant castles, scenic riverbanks and vineyards, with charming historic villages along the way.
If we have very few English-speaking passengers on board, the guide assigned to the journey between Paris and Tours may not be fluent in English.
occasionally, we may sleep in Tours, as hotel accommodations in Amboise are very limited.Note: Villandry Castle is closed during winter months; we will visit the Chateau d´ Azay-le-Rideau instead.
Today, we will explore the Loire Valley region in greater depth.
First thing in the morning, after a walk in Amboise, you´ll have some free time to explore the area around Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years (admission not included).
Departure from Amboise.
Chenonceau. Spanning the river Cher like a bridge, many consider this to be the most beautiful castle in the Loire Valley. Its interior is also splendidly well-preserved. Tickets included.
Departure from Chenonceau. We will continue our journey along charming local roads towards Chambord.
Chambord. Time available to explore the park of this immense Loire castle and have lunch.
Departure from Chambord. We will travel towards the center of France, passing through picturesque villages on our way.
Limoges. Arrival in the city renowned for its long tradition in porcelain production. We recommend taking a stroll through the cathedral district.
Get your cameras ready as we cruise along the scenic River Loire, dotted with picturesque villages and stunning castles along our route.
Departure from Limoges. We’ll head towards the Dordogne region, home to one of the great historic rivers in central France. Few regions contain so many charming villages and enchanting landscapes.
Lascaux. We’ll visit the museum and the replica of the caves (tickets included) and learn about the site’s prehistoric times with its magnificent cave paintings.
Departure from Lascaux. We’ll head south with pretty hillside scenery and charming villages on our way.
Sarlat.
We´ll arrive in this city, considered one of the most beautiful in France and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its incredibly well-preserved medieval and Renaissance historic center. We´ll have time to stroll through its picturesque streets and enjoy lunch.
We´ll depart from Sarlat, enjoying the pleasant scenery and vineyards along the way.
Beynac.
A few minutes from Sarlat in the heart of the Dordogne valley, we’ll stop in this beautiful medieval village. Set atop one of the most impressive cliffs in the valley, overlooking the river, is its magnificent castle (entrance fee included). You´ll admire the stunning views over the Dordogne Valley and learn more about life in the Middle Ages.
Departure from Beynac.
Rocamadour.
We´ll visit this important sanctuary town overlooked by its castle, considered one of the most beautiful towns in France. Don’t miss a stroll around its charming streets and we suggest walking down the Via Crucis and taking the lift back up. Our guide will accompany you to the entrance to the medieval village before giving you your rooms in the hotel. Dinner included.
Small roads and mediaeval villages. Beautiful views of the Dordogne Valley. We recommend comfortable footwear since we plan on visiting the caves.
Departure from Rocamadour. Beautiful views of the Dordogne countryside.
Padirac Chasm. We´ll include tickets to visit this impressive cave, regarded as the most significant in France. The visit will include a boat ride, facilitated by three lifts descending to its underground river.
Departure from Padirac.
Collonges la Rouge. A small village full of charm built with red stone on the Way of St. James. Time for lunch and to take a stroll.
Departure from Collonges-la-Rouge.
Saint-Emilion, at the heart of the Bordeaux wine-producing region, is a beautiful medieval village that has derived its wealth from wine production for over 2000 years. You will have time to explore and stroll through its picturesque streets.
Departure from Saint-Emilion. We’ll travel towards Bourdeaux, admiring the vineyard landscapes throughout the journey.
Bordeaux – Arrival, accommodation. We recommend taking a stroll around the historic center of this city, situated on the banks of the River Garonne.
Very beautiful scenery in the Dordogne region. We recommend comfortable footwear since we´ll be visiting the Padirac cave.
The Padirac Chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
Take time to savor the center of Bordeaux, which has been recognized as a World Heritage Site.
Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch, or if you wish, you can visit Cité du Vin, an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine. 02:00 p.m. Departure from Bordeaux. We will continue our journey towards the Pyrenees.
Arrival in Lourdes. Time to visit the Sanctuary. We recommend attending the candlelight procession, typically held at 9 p.m. from late March to late October. Dinner included.
Picturesque vineyard landscapes.
Departure from Lourdes. We’ll travel to the south of France, passing through the metropolis of Toulouse.
Carcassonne. Arrival at “la Cité”, a medieval walled city. There will be time for lunch and to explore this beautiful town, famous for its medieval walls, impressive castle, and picturesque historic neighborhood.
Departure from Carcassonne.
Narbonne. Time to stroll through this historic Occitan city with a picturesque historic center. Highlights include the grand Narbonne Cathedral and the Via Domitia in the central square, built by the Romans to connect Italy with Hispania.
Departure from Narbonne. We’ll continue along the coast towards the French Riviera.
Marseille. Arrival in the second-largest city in France, located on the French Riviera. We recommend a walk through its vibrant Vieux-Port (Old Port), bustling with life and dotted with charming small restaurants.
Pyrenees mountain range covered in snow most of the year and Mediterranean landscapes.
Departure from Marseille.
Arles. We´ll stop to visit this World Heritage city, showcasing its Roman and medieval legacy. Its light captivated great painters, such as Van Gogh, who immortalized it in some of his canvases.
Departure from Arles.
Les Baux. We’ll explore this small medieval village and include admission to Carrières de Lumières, an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries.
Departure from Carrières de Lumières.
Avignon. Time for lunch and a walk in this small walled city in Provence on the banks of the Rhône. It was the seat of the Catholic Popes, becoming the second Rome until 1791 when it was integrated into France. Its immense Palais des Papes reveals its past.
Avignon. We’ll head towards the interior of France.
Lyon.
Arrival in the third-largest city in France, proud of its remarkable historical past. We’ll walk through the Lyon Old Town, declared a World Heritage Site, and include a funicular ride to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an immense basilica offering a great view over the city.
Villages, landscapes, and history—today we’ll see some of the most beautiful places in Provence.
If tickets for the Carrières de Lumières show are unavailable due to closure or high demand, we will visit the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard instead.
After breakfast, we will leave Lyon and head towards Burgundy.
Tournus. Time to stroll through this pleasant small town with picturesque alleys, an immense stone gate, and a large abbey, one of the largest Romanesque monuments in France.
Departure from Tournus.
Beaune. We’ll stop to visit and have lunch in the wine capital of Burgundy. You can visit the wine museum or the historic hospice.
Departure from Beaune.
Savigny Castle. In the heart of this wine region, we will visit Savigny Castle, built in the fifteenth century and home to extraordinary museums featuring motorcycles, race cars, airplanes, and helicopters.
Departure from Savigny Castle.
Dijon.
Arrival in the capital of Burgundy, with lively streets and a vibrant atmosphere. Once the capital of a powerful duchy in the late Middle Ages, Dijon preserves a rich architectural heritage of medieval and Renaissance buildings, with the Palace of the Dukes standing out as a highlight.
Burgundy’s wine region with exceptional vineyards.
Departure from Dijon. We’ll continue our journey through the Burgundy region.
Besançon. Take some time to explore this city with Roman origins, known for its beautiful historic center and the 17th-century citadel that overlooks the town.
Departure from Besançon.
We’ll continue toward Alsace, a French region that has been contested between France and Germany over the centuries. The area retains its own German dialect, Alsatian, along with architecture and traditions deeply influenced by Germanic culture.
Colmar. We’ll arrive in this picturesque Alsatian city with unique architecture, colorful timber-framed houses, and winding canals. You’ll have time to stroll, enjoy lunch, and sample the region’s renowned white wine and cuisine.
Departure from Colmar. Our journey will continue through the heart of Alsace.
Riquewihr.
There will be time to explore this medieval town with cobblestone streets and colorful houses that look like they’ve come straight out of a fairy tale. Riquewihr even inspired scenes from Beauty and the Beast . We will also take the opportunity to visit an old winery and have a tasting of local wine with a typical sweet.
Departure from Riquewihr.
Strasbourg. We’ll arrive in the evening. We recommend a walk around the cathedral area and Petite France, both filled with charming spots and cozy little restaurants.
The charming small towns of Alsace.
Time in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace.
The city is home to the European Parliament. We recommend strolling through its beautiful historic center with picturesque medieval streets, its impressive Gothic cathedral, and its canals and flowers. We include a boat ride along the canals of the Petite France district.
Strasbourg – Departure.
We continue our route towards the Champagne region, world-renowned for its sparkling wines. We will travel through evocative landscapes that have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the category of Cultural Landscape, recognizing this wine-making tradition of culture and generations of work. We will see hectares of vineyards hiding kilometers of underground cellars filled with bottles of champagne.
Champagne winery (visit and tasting included). We stop to visit one of these historic wineries, which owns some of the most prestigious vineyards in the region, and discover the secrets of the world’s most famous sparkling drink.
Winery – Departure. We continue towards Paris.
Paris – Arrival at the end of the day.
Champagne region.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Timings are from the operator's itinerary and may change on the day.
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Inspiration for your free time. Only visits listed in the day-by-day plan are included in the tour.
A magnificent medieval Catholic cathedral, a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture. Currently undergoing restoration.
Free entry listed · check before visitingAn iconic 18th-century square facing the Garonne River, famous for its majestic architecture and the stunning 'Miroir d'eau' (Water Mirror).
Free entry listed · check before visitingA magnificent Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcasing impressive stained glass and intricate carvings. Don't miss climbing the Pey Berland Tower for views.
Free entry listed · check before visitingThe Romanesque cathedral adjacent to the Papal Palace, featuring a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary and the tombs of several popes.
Free entry listed · check before visitingA charming museum housed in a beautiful 19th-century townhouse, dedicated to the Romantic era, featuring art and memorabilia of George Sand and Frédéric Chopin.
Any weekday morning
Enjoy tea in the lovely garden cafe after your visit.
A picturesque canal lined with trendy boutiques, cafes, and bars, popular with locals for picnics and leisurely strolls.
Late afternoon on a sunny day
Grab a bottle of wine and some cheese for a classic Parisian canal-side picnic.
One of Paris's most beautiful covered passages, featuring exquisite mosaic floors, elegant boutiques, and charming cafes.
Anytime, especially on a rainy day
Look up to admire the intricate glass ceiling and architectural details.
The remnants of a 3rd-century Roman amphitheater, offering a glimpse into ancient Bordeaux. It's surprisingly peaceful and often deserted.
Late afternoon
Combine with a stroll through the surrounding Chartrons district.
The route
Numbered pins are where you sleep and match the stops above. Small dots are places the coach passes through. Lines join the stops point to point, not along the road.
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17 Rue des Sablonnieres, 37400
44 cours Gay Lussac, 87000
46500
Route de Lacave - Lieu dit Le Bois d´Imbert 46500 Rocamadour FRANCE
From ₹2,29,969 per person for the tour itself (per person on triple, land only, excludes flights), and from ₹2,96,381 per person with flight from bengaluru, the airport transfer and travel insurance. An NxVoy consultant confirms the exact figure for your dates and rooms and sends you a quote reference.
11 days and 10 nights across France, round trip from Paris.
7 departure dates are published, 7 with seats open; the next is 16 October 2026. Seats must be confirmed before you book flights. Published availability is not a seat hold.
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This tour runs in January, February, March, September, October. Its peak season is January, September, October.
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General services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet. Boat: Padirac caves, Through La Petite France in Strasbourg Experiences: Winery tour and tasting of wine and local pastry in Riquewihr Flights from India, visa assistance, airport transfers and separate travel insurance can be requested in your NxVoy quote. They are additional unless expressly included in the confirmed price.
Hotel check-in is usually from 2pm. An early arrival does not guarantee access to your room. Ask your consultant about an extra night and confirm where to meet the group before you travel.
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-Children under 3 years: free of charge (some shows may not admit children).. -From 3-8 years: 60% of the price of the tour.. -From 9-15 years: these children are eligible for a discount of 10% on the value of the tour.. One adult per child.
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Cancellation charges depend on the policy assigned to your tour and when you cancel. Non-refundable services can add costs. Ask NxVoy for the policy number, deadlines and all charges in writing before paying. A cancellation request needs operator confirmation; sending a message alone does not complete it.
Only listed services are included. International flights, visas and optional outings usually cost extra. Check your quote for transfers and other additions.
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Unused services may qualify for a future-trip credit, subject to conditions and deductions. A cash refund is not automatic.
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