FRANCE Destination Guide and Tours
Be charmed by cosmopolitan Paris, sample sumptuous food and wine in the Loire Valley, and take in the glamour of the South of France. Enthralling experiences await in France.
Explore the Monaco Cathedral. See the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Experience the excitement of the Promenade des Anglais in Nice Monaco's Grand Prix circuit and Royal Palace. Travel in July and celebrate Bastille Day, which commemorates the end of the French monarchy.
With Insight Vacations, gain access to exclusive experiences: • At Château de Rochecotte, in the Loire Valley, enjoy a delicious Farm-to-Table Dinner • Visit a prominent wine estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, meet the vintners and sample some of France’s most coveted wines • In Paris, a local foodie introduces you to tiny local shops specialising in cheeses, desserts, breads and other delicacies • In Chablis, join an expert vintner for a taste and introduction to these refreshing, steely whites • Experience city tours of Vimy Ridge and the Somme Battlefields, both with Local Experts • Visit a perfumery on the Côte D'Azur.
Featured Journeys
Discovery Journey
Regional Journey
Country Roads
Easy Pace
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French Heritage
22 days from US$6,503
A grand adventure lies ahead with famous wines and excellent food, snow-capped mountains, sun-drenched beaches, magnificent châteaux, and learning about Roman remains and fascinating battlefield history.
Country Roads of France
16 days from US$4,229
Leafy vineyards, majestic mountains, Riviera sunshine, Roman remains and fortified towns, combined with great food and wine, make for an engaging ‘Tour de France'.
Normandy, Brittany & The Loire Valley
8 days from US$2,376
Investigate Normandy's role in the 1066 and 1944 invasions that changed the course of history. Explore the beautiful city of St-Malo, the châteaux of the Loire and gleaming Paris.
European Dream
11 days from US$3,326
Leisurely paced with two-night stays in each destination and plenty of time to explore, this journey allows you to live your European Dream and come face-to-face with history through memorable local interactions. Meet a gondolier in Venice and learn how the tradition of gondola navigation is being passed on to future generations and marvel at the skills of an Italian chef during a cooking demonstration where you’ll learn how to make homemade pasta. Immerse yourself in European culture, stunning scenery and incredible food on this unforgettable journey.
World War I Battlefields
4 days from US$1,256
Flavours of Europe
9 days from US$2,678
Travel Tips
When to go: From the sun-soaked beaches of the South of France in summer to less predictable fresh summers in Northern France, where you’ll have to prepare for all weather types throughout the year, this beautiful country offers something for everyone. To avoid the city crowds, head to Paris in Spring or Autumn.
SPRING
MAR - MAY
16 °C
Avg Temp.
SUMMER
JUN - AUG
24 °C
Avg Temp.
AUTUMN
SEP - NOV
16 °C
Avg Temp.
WINTER
DEC - FEB
7 °C
Avg Temp.
Time Difference
London GMT +1
Currency
Euro (EUR, €)
Language
French
Population
67.12 million
Capital City
Paris
Electricity
European Standard of 230V, with a frequency of 50Hz.
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