Located just east of Lyon, Villeurbanne is a dynamic suburb that seamlessly blends urban energy with a relaxed residential atmosphere. …
4 Nights / 5 Days
Daily Tour
50 people
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France, officially known as the French Republic, is a fascinating country located in Western Europe. It is renowned for its rich history, exquisite cuisine, stunning landscapes, and iconic landmarks. France is famous for its capital city, Paris, which is home to world-renowned attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Champs-Élysées.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Loire Valley. Villandry gardens. Dinner included. We will start the day by going to the south of France, to the area of the Loire Valley with a stop at BLOIS, a picturesque city where we recommend visiting the castle. After this we continue to the Loire Valley, visiting TOURS, the regional capital on the banks of the Loire River, where you will be able to take a stroll and have lunch. In the afternoon we will visit the CHATEAU DE VILLANDRY, famous for its gardens and flowers (entrance to the gardens are included). Then we will journey on to AMBOISE, a city with a fascinating medieval quarter. Dinner included.Note: Sometimes the accommodation may be offered in the city of Tours.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Castles of Loire. A day to learn more about the Loire region. First a stroll through Amboise in the early hours to the Clos Lucé mansion where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last 3 years of his life. Exploring the Loire region in a little more depth, we visit CHENONCEAU CASTLE (tickets included), built like a bridge over the River Cher. We continue to CHAMBORD, the largest castle of Loire (entrance to the park included). We will then travel to the center of France, making a stop for coffee in ARGENTON SUR CREUSE, a small medieval town on the banks of the Creuse River. We continue to LIMOGES, a city known for its porcelain, where we recommend a stroll in the center to see its cathedral.
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: Dordogne Valley of unforgettable villages. Lascaux cave museum. Beynac medieval castle. Dinner included.We will leave Limoges for the Dordogne. Few regions contain so many villages full of charm and unforgettable countryside. We arrive at LASCAUX, we will include admission to the museum and replica of the caves, we will learn about the site’s prehistory with the magnificent cave paintings. After that we see SARLAT, a world heritage town with an incredibly well-preserved Renaissance historic center, where there will be time to stroll and have lunch. In BEYNAC we see a medieval castle overlooking the river (admission included). ROCAMADOUR, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary “hung” over a ravine; we suggest you walk down the via crucis and come back up in the lift. Dinner included.
HIGHLIGHTS: Padirac Caves, Midi Region and winemakers. We will go to the impressive PADIRAC caves, where we include a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground. A stop at COLLONGE LA ROUGE, a very picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St James. Time for lunch. After lunch we travel to ST. EMILION, at the heart of the Bordeaux wine producing region. Time for a stroll. BORDEAUX, arrival at the end of the afternoon.Notice: The caves may be closed in November or due to the weather conditions.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Cité du vin in Bordeaux.- High-Speed train to Paris.- The entire center of Bordeaux has been declared a World Heritage site. You will be amazed by the “water mirror” and stroll through the old town with its pedestrian streets and 11th century cathedral. We will include admission (free visit with audio information in English, Spanish or French) to the CITE DU VIN, an impressive interactive museum that recounts the history of the wine and its production; wine tasting included at the viewpoint over Bordeaux. You will have free time later to stroll and have lunch on the banks of the Garonne River, an area full of small restaurants. After lunch we will take you to the railway station where you will take a modern high-speed train. In a little under two hours, you will cover the 500 km between Bordeaux and Paris. Arriving in Paris, the station. Note: If additional nights are needed in Paris, the transfer between the station and your hotel is not included.
France offers a wide range of tour packages catering to different interests and preferences. Some popular options include city tours, wine tours, cultural tours, historical tours, culinary tours, and adventure tours.
The best time to visit France depends on your preferences and the region you plan to visit. Generally, the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) months offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. However, summer (June to August) is popular for beach destinations and outdoor activities, while winter (December to February) is ideal for winter sports in the French Alps.
France is known for its iconic attractions such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Palace of Versailles, the Louvre Museum, the French Riviera, the châteaux of the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Bordeaux, and the historic city of Avignon. Each region of France offers unique attractions and experiences.
The currency of France is the Euro (€). It is widely accepted throughout the country, and you can easily exchange currency at banks, exchange offices, or ATMs. Credit cards are also widely accepted in most places.
Booking a France tour package can be done through various channels. You can contact travel agencies specializing in France tours, visit their websites, and book directly. Alternatively, you can use online travel marketplaces like Tripginny, where you can browse and compare different tour packages, read reviews, and make bookings online.
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