Day Trips & Excursions in France

Walk in the footsteps of the 'Sun King' Louis XIV, Marie Antoinette, and other famous French royals on a tour of the extravagant Gardens of Versailles. Ride the train from Paris with included fare, and then stroll through the UNESCO-listed landscape while a guide shows you the most elaborate fountains and statues and shares tales of palace intrigue, elaborate court customs, and the sparks of revolution. If you like, visit the remarkable Palace of Versailles on your own after the tour.

Pack in two of France's main attractions into one day with this tour of the Palace of Versailles and Giverny, including round-trip transport from Paris. While at Versailles, see where King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette lived, enjoy skip-the-line admission, an essential when visiting Versailles. Then head to Giverny to explore Monet's House and Gardens, and catch a glimpse of where the Impressionist painter got ideas for some of his most famous works.

Be greeted with a friendly smile and discover the French Riviera with a local guide, who will be happy to to take you on a private tour. This full day trip is the perfect shore excursion to explore the less visited areas of the region. You will be met at the cruise terminal in Cannes and then head off to explore inland by private passenger van. The highlights of this tour are Grasse, Gourdon, Tourettes-sur-Loup, Gorges (Canyon) du Loup, and St Paul de Vence. The tour is completely customisable and limited to 8 passengers ensuring you enjoy the personal touch from our experienced, local guides.

Discover the culture and medieval history of Rouen on a small-group tour to this charming Norman city on the banks of the Seine. See the town cathedral memorialized in paintings by Monet and the tower where Joan of Arc was tried for heresy. After lunch at a local restaurant, admire the fantastic collection of paintings at the Mus ee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen for a diverse and delightful day trip from Paris.

Discover France's exquisite Champagne country on this 10.5-hour history and tasting tour from Paris. In a small group, wind through verdant hillsides en route to wine estates, a distinguished Champagne house and the charming city of Reims for a tour of the famous Gothic cathedral. Your tasting adventure includes guided tours of vineyards and champagne cellars, complimentary samples of sparkling wines and a traditional French lunch.

Art lovers can easily make a day out of learning about Monet and van Gogh on this 9-hour tour that goes to both Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise from Paris. First, stop at Claude Monet's house and gardens, and catch sight of the workshop where he painted his famous Water Lilies painting. Then stroll the gardens to come across the Japanese-style bridge recognizable from The Japanese Footbridge. Afterward, head over to the Museum of Impressionism to learn more about other Impressionist artists. End your tour at Auvers-sur-Oise, where Vincent van Gogh spent his last days. See the church he painted, as well as his gravestone.

Discover the rich wine-making traditions of St-Emilion on a guided tasting tour from Bordeaux. With a group of fellow wine enthusiasts, spend 8.5 hours visiting two distinguished wine estates in this UNESCO-listed territory to sample and learn about exquisite local varietals. Your excursion includes fascinating estate tours, informative tasting sessions, a buffet lunch and independent time to explore the charming town of St-Emilion and its underground monuments as the church and the hermitage.

Delve into the artistic side of the French Riviera on this half-day tour from Monaco. Visit Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to see the porcelain collection at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its magnificent gardens outside. Spend time in Nice, where you'll see the biblical scenes painted by Marc Chagall at the Chagall Museum in the Cimiez neighborhood. Enjoy the collection of Henri Matisse's work at Nice's Matisse Museum - the artist spent much of his life on the French Riviera. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Impressionist art fans don't want to miss this Monet Giverny tour, which takes you to the artist's home in the French countryside. With an informative guide, you'll travel 1.5 hours outside of Paris to Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and painted for many years. See his extensive gardens, tour the house, and visit the water lily pond and Japanese bridge you'll recognize from many paintings.

Be greeted with a friendly smile and discover the French Riviera with a local guide, who will be happy to to take you on a private tour. This full day trip is the perfect shore excursion to explore the less visited areas of the region. You will be met at the cruise terminal in Cannes and then head off to explore inland by private passenger van. The highlights of this tour are Grasse, Gourdon, Tourettes-sur-Loup, Gorges (Canyon) du Loup, and St Paul de Vence. The tour is completely customisable and limited to 8 passengers ensuring you enjoy the personal touch from our experienced, local guides.

Experience the medieval towns, art heritage and fine wine of Provence on this full-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Discover Avignon's history as the medieval city of the Popes as you marvel at the Papal Palace, stroll along the Rhone River and explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town. After a delicious lunch (not included) and wine tasting (included), admire the photo-worthy views of the Alpilles National Park, tour the landmark Pont du Gard. This small-group tour is limited to eight people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Discover Provence's exotic beauty and ancient roots on a full-day tour of Aigues-Mortes, Camargue and Arles from Avignon. In a small group, travel into the saltwater marshes of Petite Camargue to visit the striking cities of Aigues-Morte and Les Saintes Maries de la Mer and to spy abundant wildlife like herons, flamingos and wild white horses. Then head to UNESCO-listed town of Arles - the city famously captured by Van Gogh in paintings like Le caf e de nuit.

Nice is surrounded by some of the world's most scenic destinations, but getting there requires expensive car rentals. Skip the hassle of arranging your own ride with this relaxing day trip, which makes stops at five different stunning locations - plus lunch. Stroll the boulevards of glamorous Nice, visit a traditional perfumery, see sun-swept violet fields, and tour the hilltop art mecca of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, all in one outing.

Journey back in time to Roman and medieval Provence on this half-day tour from Avignon. Visit Saint-R emy-de-Provence to see the triumphal arch and funeral monument. Continue to the rocky hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence to explore key sites like St Vincent Church, the Hôtel des Porcelets and the ruins of Baux's medieval castle, and finish with a stop at the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard, a towering Roman aqueduct.

Soak up Provence's exquisite natural beauty on a full-day tour from Avignon. Cross expansive plateaus covered in lavender blooms as you travel to several enchanting French villages such as Sault and Roussillon. Browse lavender shop and markets, visit the hilltop town of Gordes and learn all about Provence's symbolic flower at Lavender Museum in Coustellet. The small-group format ensures a flexible and personalized tour.

Marvel at the scenic splendor of San Sebastian on a delightful day-trip from Bilbao. Wander the winding streets of the city's Old Quarter to see antique architecture; pleasure your palate with Spanish specialties in the small fishing village of Hondarribia; and sink your toes into the silken sands of Biarritz, a sandy stretch declared the 'Beach of Kings' due to regular visits by European royalty. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel is included in this tour.   

Meet your guide in Villefranche sur Mer and spend 5 hours touring this lovely area. Take in stunning views from Mont Boron, cruise along the Promenade des Anglais, see an Eastern Orthodox cathedral, and admire the scenic vineyards in Bellet. Visit Château de Cr emat to taste local wines and learn about the wine production process. Explore the Old Town of Nice before your tour concludes.

Discover the birthplace of Impressionism and get creative yourself on this full-day, small-group tour from Paris. Enjoy skip-the-line access to Monet's House and Gardens in Giverny; take part in a Monet-inspired cooking class; and then marvel at masterpieces in the Marmottan Museum in Paris. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend a day in the countryside on a full-day tour from Nice. See the scenic beauty for yourself, from verdant vineyards to vast lavender fields to dramatic rocky cliffs. With your knowledgeable guide, stop in the scented town of Grasse. Tour the well-known Fragonard Perfumery. Visit the towns of Gourdon and Valbonne, before heading back to Nice for a tour of the Château de Cr emat wine estate and a wine tasting. Tour group size is limited to eight people to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Swap the busy city of Paris for a day exploring two beautiful cities in Normandy - Giverny and Rouen. You'll have the ultimate day of relaxation with hotel pickup and drop-off included, and a guide to lead the way. Highlights include Claude Monet's Garden and House in Giverny, Rouen Cathedral, and the Renaissance Parliament of Normandy. Conveniently, all entrance tickets are included, so you won't waste any time waiting in visitor lines.