Day Trips & Excursions in France

Discover Provence's ancient roots and winemaking traditions on a half-day tour of Orange and Châteauneuf-du-Pape from Avignon. In a small group, visit the UNESCO-listed town of Orange and learn its history as a Celtic and then Roman settlement. View the beautifully preserved Triumphal Arch and Roman amphitheater, then wind through the verdant vineyards of the Rhône Valley to a distinguished wine estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape to sample fine wines and learn about local varietals.

While the afternoon away discovering charming hilltop villages in the Luberon region on this 6-hour tour from Aix-en-Provence. Admire breathtaking Provencal landscapes as you explore Gordes, Lourmarin, Bonnieux and Roussillon. An informative guide shares historical commentary and takes you to the most picturesque spots, including Pont Julien, a 12th-century church and more. Round-trip transport by luxury minibus included.

Sample some of the best of the French wine world with a full-day wine tour of the fabled M edoc region from Bordeaux. With an expert guide, visit three châteaux for wine tastings where you'll sip firsthand the wines giving this region its worldwide reputation since the 1855 Bordeaux classification. Learn about the appellations and classification system for wine, get insider tips on pairing food with wine, find out how to decode a French wine label and more. At the second château of the day, dig into a traditional French lunch.

Experience the quiet beauty of French Impressionism and the excesses of Marie Antoinette all in one day with this combo day trip from Paris to Giverny and Versailles. Visit the home and gardens of Claude Monet in a quaint country village, where you can admire the water lilies that inspired some of the painter's most celebrated work. Then, travel back to the eve of the French Revolution on a tour of the great halls, private chambers, and intricate gardens of the opulent Palace of Versailles, considered one of Europe's greatest royal estates.

Visit the charming villages and landscapes that inspired two of world's great Impressionist painters on this full-day tour from Paris. Travel by minibus to Claude Monet's former home in Giverny, where you can tour the artist's house, workshop and famous gardens and learn about the history of the movement at the town's Impressionism Museum. In Auvers-sur-Oise, see the wheat fields and church memorialized in Vincent van Gogh's paintings and pay tribute to the artist and his brother at their gravesites.

Experience the beauty and history of Paris and Versailles in the company of just your friends and family on this private full-day tour. Leave the large tour groups behind and explore Paris' top sites, including the Cluny, Concorde, Opera-Garnier, Eiffel Tower and the Pompidou, aboard your private vehicle with a personalized guide. Then, imagine how French royalty once lived as you stroll through the château and the gardens of Versailles. Enjoy skip-the-line entry into Versailles, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off on this tour.

Combine art and history on this 5-hour private tour of Arles and Baux de Provence from Aix-en-Provence. Start with a guided walking tour of Arles, where you can follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh, admire the city's remarkable Roman ruins and visit the UNESCO-listed Saint-Trophime church. Next, travel to the hilltop village of Baux de Provence to stroll around the medieval center and marvel over the Carrières de Lumières, an inspired art and music installation set in an old quarry.

Explore the best of the French Riviera during this small-group day tour to Eze and Monaco from Cannes. Visit the Medieval hilltop town of Eze for a tour of a perfumery. Cross the border into Monaco for a lap on the Formula One Grand Prix circuit and to see the changing of the guard at the palace. Tour group size is limited to eight people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention. Relax and enjoy the scenery.

Discover one charming Provencal village after another on this 9-hour day trip from Aix-en-Provence. Cliff-top settlements, sprawling vineyards, antique shops and a 12th-century abbey surrounded by lavender fields are just some of the postcard-perfect sights you will encounter. Traveling by air-conditioned luxury minibus, visit the Luberon towns of Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Isle-sur-Sorgue, Roussillon and Gordes. Snap memorable photos as an informative guide shares engaging commentary along the way.

Travel through the pages of Peter Mayle's 'A Year in Provence' as you discover the Provencal villages of Luberon, Gordes and Roussillon on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon. Get a taste of local-life as you stroll the hilltop villages and capture the breath-taking scenery with photo stops at the Marque de Sade's castle, Lacoste village and Senanque Abbey. After a scenic drive through Provence's famous lavender fields (in bloom from June-August), learn all about the prize crop at the Lavender Museum (entrance included).

See more of the City of Lights in far less time on a Paris sightseeing tour that includes a 3-course lunch and access to the 2nd level of the Eiffel Tower. Tick off top Paris attractions - including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe - before you enjoy skip-the-line access to level 2 of the Eiffell. Plus, a 3-course lunch at Tour 58 restaurant on the first level of the tower is also included for added value.

Get up close and personal with one of France's most recognizable landmarks - and a UNESCO World Heritage Site at that - when you travel to Le Mont-Saint-Michel from Bayeux. Set off in the morning via comfortable minibus, and learn all about its history from your guide. Upon your arrival at the island fortification and community - located .6 miles (1 kilometer) off the coast of Normandy - visit the Grand Rue, discover the lofty Abbey, and enjoy ample time at your leisure to explore.

Take a full-day detour from London to see highlights of Paris and Versailles. Ride a high-speed train to the French capital, where you'll see iconic attractions like the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Elys ees, the Trocadero and the Opera Garnier on a guided coach tour. Climb the Eiffel Tower for stunning panoramic views of the City of Lights before continuing on to the famous royal suburb of Versailles. Tour the jaw-dropping Palace of Versailles with an audio guide and wander the sprawling Versailles Gardens.

Soak in the incredible beauty and background of one of France's most recognizable landmarks, Mont Saint-Michel, while leaving Bayeux behind. Your day trip begins with a coastal drive to the UNESCO-listed site: a Gothic-style Benedictine abbey that sits atop a rocky bay perch. Explore its ramparts while an expert guide fills you in on Mont Saint-Michel's remarkable history and heritage. You'll have time to tour the onsite museum independently and stroll the neighboring village's cobbled streets, marveling at its traditional homes and walking atop its fortified wall.

With a Paris day trip from Disneyland® Paris, you don't have to make the impossible choice between theme park fun and sightseeing in one of the world's great cities. Venture into the French capital from the countryside via air-conditioned coach and then see the highlights of Paris during a hop-on hop-off bus tour. See the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the Champs-Elys ees and the iconic Eiffel Tower. Get a greater understanding of the sights you pass with the helpful audio commentary on the bus. Disembark at any of nine stops around the city to explore further and return to Disneyland® Paris by coach at the end of your day.

This tour will allow you to get acquainted with the region of Champagne, and try the most famous and wonderful drink which reflects the main traditions of France. Get to see three different Champagne producers, taste seven different types of champagne and enjoy an exquisite 3-course lunch at a vineyard. On a Paris Segway tour, explore the city in just 3 hours, covering more ground than you would on a walking tour but still enjoying the best views while traveling outside. You'll see sights such as the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Grand Palais as you glide around with a guide. Plus, receive a ticket to take a boat ride on the River Seine at your leisure. 

Spend a day visiting the excellent Memorial de Caen Museum and key D-Day sites on this full-day tour from Caen. After a self-guided tour of the museum (with or without an audio guide), join your knowledgeable guide for a tour of D-Day sites like Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc and the artificial harbor of Arromanches. Tour group size for the American sites is limited to seven, ensuring plenty of personalized attention from your guide.

See two of the top sights in France, the Palace of Versailles and Monet's garden at Giverny, during a day trip from Paris. This full-day tour allows you to visit both Louis XIV's lavish palace, plus the picturesque gardens of the Giverny home that inspired many of Claude Monet's most famous paintings in one tour.

Imagine how the extravagance of Versailles was part of everyday life for Marie Antoinette during a 4-hour guided tour of the palace with an optional fountain show. Take advantage of skip-the-line access to avoid the long lines at the start of your tour. Gaze in wonder at the Royal Apartments and the Queen's Apartments, and walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors to the Salon de la Guerre and the Salon de la Paix. Plus explore the expansive gardens on your own after the palace tour.

Get an up-close look at the site of America's D-Day invasion with a visit to the Normandy battlefield beaches from Bayeux. On this 9-hour small-group tour, you'll stroll Utah and Omaha beaches, explore famous wartime sites like Pointe du Hoc and Sainte-Mère Church, and learn the turbulent history of this key WWII location. Throughout the tour, enjoy free time to take souvenir photos, pay respects and ask questions of your expert guide.