France – Explore France the luxurious way
Trip Overview
French cities will be on the bucket list of any serious traveler with Europe in mind. This country has attracted many with talent from across the world and attracts millions of tourists from all over the world in the modern era. Every city is different here with festivals and cultural events that you can join in. This large country has mountains, beaches, and rural areas, offering pleasure to those interested in natural beauty.
Trip Highlight
- Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world and there are good reasons for this. There are numerous structures and monuments for you to see along with palaces, museums, and art galleries to transport you back in time.
- Lyon is where you will find basilicas and cathedrals with architecture that you will marvel at for hours. Then there are the parks and grand squares. Here you will find one of the largest murals in the world dedicated to the silk workers.
- Marseille is the oldest French city, so expect to see a lot of the glorious past and enjoy the present in the bars and cafes next to the beaches. The old port and fortresses will remind you of the old ways and days.
- Nice has the beaches where you can relax or walk along. There are a few promenades some along the beaches offering you wonderful views to admire. The main square of the city is where you will see what the local life is really like.
- While you travel between these cities, you will get a lot of views of the rural areas along with those of the small and large cities that you pass through.
Itinerary
Arriving in Paris
You will be coming to one of the international airports in this city and we will pick you up from there. You will be taken to your hotel in the city and the level of shock at what you see around will depend on what part of the world you are coming from. Once you reach the hotel you can engage in any activity that interests you.
Paris for everyone
Your day will start with breakfast at the hotel and then we will take you to the popular landmarks that you must have read about. Our first stop is the Eiffel Tower, the tall structure which you can enter and go up on. The higher you go the larger part of the entire city you will be able to see (3 hours). Next, you can have your lunch at one of the eateries in the surrounding area. Your next stop will be Arc de Triomphe, which you can again go up on to enjoy the views around (2 hours). You will then be on a tour by car of the city center where you will be able to see the Parisian life (2). Following your dinner at an eatery of your choice you will be on your way back to the hotel.
Paris for art lovers
You may have seen the designs of the outsides of the Louvre Museum wondering where in the world this place is. Wait till you get inside where thousands of pieces of art will be waiting for you (6 hours). Once you are watched all you can you will be taken to Luxembourg Gardens to spend the evening (2 hours). After this, you will be back to your hotel in Paris.
Travel to Lyon
This morning after breakfast, get ready for a long trip to Lyon (6 hours). You will be passing through center of France from one landlocked city to another one, both with beautiful rivers passing through them. You will be taken to your hotel, where you can rest or engage in anything that interests you.
Touring Lyon
After breakfast at the hotel, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière which is on a hill allowing you views of a large part of the city (2 hours). Then you will be taken to Parc de la Tête d'Or, one of the largest parks in France with gardens and a zoo (2 hours). Post lunch you will be arriving at Old Town for a walking tour (4 hours). At the end of the day, you will heading back to your hotel in the city.
Travel to Marseille
Once you are done with your breakfast, you will be on your way to Marseille on the Mediterranean Coast (4 hours). You will be taken to your hotel in the city. Once you have unpacked you will be taken to a restaurant in the city for lunch. Then you will be on your way to Calanques National Park where you can swim or go for boat rides (3 hours). Once you have taken part in the activities that interest you, you will be taken to your hotel.
More of Marseille
As soon as you have had your breakfast, you will be taken to Palais Longchamp which houses two museums (2 hours). Then you will be taken to the Old Port (2 hours). Here along the beach, you will find cafes and markets, where you can walk around and observe the way of life. You can have your lunch here once you are tired of walking around. Then you will be taken to the beaches which are popular with the tourists who come here (4 hours). You can find an eatery easily here for dinner. After which you will be taken to your hotel.
Travel to Nice
Following your breakfast you will be going on one of the most enjoyable rides in the world along the French Riviera (3 hours). You will have the Mediterranean Sea close to you offering you some of the amazing views of the seaside with towns and cities along them. Once you get to Nice you will be guided towards eateries and then you will be taken to your hotel in the city. Once you are ready for more fun, you will be taken to the castle hill, from where you will have amazing views of the sea (3 hours) until the sunset. Finally, you will be on your ride back to the hotel.
The fantastic Nice
Enjoy your breakfast and you will be off to the Cimiez district, where you can see the millennium-old archaeological remains, gardens, a monastery, and a museum (4 hours). You can have lunch at restaurants close by and then you will be on your way to board a large boat for a comfortable ride in the sea (3 hours). Once you have enjoyed the ride, you will be on your way to the hotel.
So long France
Once your breakfast is over you will be taken to the airport in Nice for your journey back to your city.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- All flights
- Entry Tickets to all listed events and activities
- All ferry and boat rides
- Breakfast at the hotels
- All meals listed in the itinerary
- Hotel: First Class (4 star) on a bed and breakfast basis. Tourist Class (3 star) and Superior Class (5 star) rates are available upon request.
- Extra Nights: Extra nights can be added to any destination upon request.
Exclusions
- You will need to arrange your visas
- No land transport (you will need to need to make your arrangements) other than listed
- Anything not included in the itinerary
- Any additional expenses
Package Policies
Confirmation Policy
- Booking needs to be done 60 days before the tour start date.
- Booking will be confirmed after receipt of complete payment and you will get your confirmed itinerary.
- The itinerary will be decided after communication with you and the itinerary listed above is not final.
- The accommodation suggested can change according to availability.
Refund Policy
Once you have booked the tour, no refunds can be made.
Booking Policy
Your tour will be booked as soon as you have gone through the payment process. You should go ahead with the booking only after you are completely sure that you or your group will be available for the tour dates.
Cancellation Policy
You cannot cancel the booking, once made, under any circumstances.
Payment Policy
You need to pay the complete amount to have your booking confirmed. Always go through your itinerary to make sure that everything is as you require it before proceeding with the payment, as no changes are allowed later. You can get involved in other activities if you wish to pay for them yourself.