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Join us on one of these 12 France active adventure tours in 2025. Customize your France adventure with visits to Arles, Avignon, Bordeaux, Lyon, and Nice and combine the perfect mix of Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Biking, and Local Market Visits to accommodate any fitness and skill level. Contact one of our France adventure travel planners for help planning your next trip.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $3,799
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Burgundy & Provence

Arles to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Catherine
Starts / Ends
Arles / Lyon
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Burgundy & Provence cruise from Arles to Lyon aboard the S.S. Catherine. Visit towns like Avignon, where medieval charm and the majestic Palace of the Popes await. Next, explore the quaint village of Viviers and its storied past, and then explore the twin wine villages of Tain-l’Hermitage and Tournon.
  • Discover Arles’ Roman ruins
  • Visit Avignon's Palace of the Popes
  • Learn about silk weaving at Lyon
  • Visit Beaune’s Hospices
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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $3,499
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Brilliant Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Bon Voyage
Starts / Ends
Bordeaux / Bordeaux
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise through Bordeaux aboard S.S. Bon Voyage, exploring iconic wine regions, charming villages, and historic sites. Discover the Médoc wine route and sample world-class wines. Enjoy scenic biking through Bordeaux’s historic backstreets or guided walking tours to uncover the city’s UNESCO-listed heritage.
  • Explore Médoc wine châteaux
  • Visit Blaye Fortress
  • Stroll through Libourne’s market
  • Bike through Médoc’s vineyard
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Cruise the Rhone river in charming Lyon
from $4,609
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Active & Discovery on the Rhone

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Poetry II
Starts / Ends
Lyon / Arles
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Poetry II, where each port offers exciting adventures and options. Explore Provence’s stunning lavender fields, picturesque bike routes, wine caves, and art-inspired experiences from Lyon to Arles.
  • Explore Lyon’s hidden passageways
  • Discover Tournon’s medieval city
  • Taste chocolate in Tain-l’Hermitage
  • Visit Avignon’s iconic Palace
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Visit beautiful Mont Saint Michel in France's Normandy region
from $4,199
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Paris & Normandy

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
Starts / Ends
Paris / Paris
Activity Level
Variable
The best way to see historic buildings and the beaches of Normandy is on a river cruise from Paris through the countryside. Visit Claude Monet's house and gardens, Honfleur's harbor, and Utah Beach on Normandy. Traveling on the enchanting S.S. Joie de Vivre for eight days is sure to leave a lasting impression.
  • Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
  • Walk through the city of Rouen
  • Experience Honfleur by foot
  • Tour Paris with expert guides
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French Alpine village of Les Contamines-Montjoie
from $11,187
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Mount Blanc Hiking Adventure

10 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Geneva / Geneva
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Challenging
On this 10-day tour, hike through the stunning Mont Blanc mountain range between Italy and France to see the panoramic vistas, beautiful mountain huts, and serene lakes and pass through enchanting mountain villages.
  • Enjoy the view of Chamonix
  • Hike the Mont Blanc
  • Admire the Bioniassay glacier
  • Explore Courmayeur Alpine resort
  • Hike the old trail valley in Trient
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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $7,010
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A Symphony at Sea: The Musical Traditions of Ireland and France

Glasgow to Bordeaux - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
Starts / Ends
Glasgow / Bordeaux
Activities
Wine Tasting, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
This 9-day voyage aboard Le Bellot takes you from Glasgow to Bordeaux, with stops in Belfast and Dublin. Experience Celtic culture through guided tours, expert talks, live music, and visits to historic landmarks and wine regions.
  • Explore Glasgow's Victorian streets
  • Visit Belfast’s Titanic Museum
  • Walk Dublin’s Temple Bar
  • Tour Cork and Blarney Castle
  • Savor Bordeaux’s finest wines
  • See Saint-Malo’s historic walls
  • Enjoy onboard relaxation options
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Relax by the sea in sunny Nice
from $7,990
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Isle of Beauty, Italian shores & Malta

Nice - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
Starts / Ends
Nice / Valletta
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 11-day cruise across the Mediterranean from Nice to Valletta aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Corsica’s charming ports, Sicily’s historical treasures, and the natural beauty of the Aeolian Islands. Visit iconic landmarks like the Calvi Citadel, Portofino’s harbor, and Lipari’s obsidian quarries.
  • Stroll Promenade des Anglais
  • Explore Napoleon’s exile home
  • Visit Lipari’s obsidian quarries
  • See Valletta’s Grandmasters Palace
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Wander through the vibrant streets of Barcelona
from $10,270
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A Solar Eclipse at Sea: Voyage Across the Western Mediterranean - with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
Starts / Ends
Barcelona / Nice
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Nice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Visit Palma de Mallorca's stunning coves, and explore Mahon’s historic charm. See Sardinia’s medieval town of Alghero, followed by the scenic beaches of Ile-Rousse in Corsica. Discover Napoleon’s legacy in Portoferraio and more.
  • Witness solar eclipse in Palma
  • Explore Palma de Mallorca’s coves
  • Discover Mahon’s colorful streets
  • See Portofino’s harbor
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $3,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
Starts / Ends
Basel / Amsterdam
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $5,238
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Lucerne
Activities
Biking, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.
  • See Dusseldorf’s architecture
  • Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Tour medieval village of Burkheim
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A view from the cliffs of Gros Morne National Park.
from $9,595
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
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Wander through Gaudi's masterpiece, Parc Güell
from $7,799
Air Credit
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Journey of the Solar Eclipse

Barcelona - Monte Carlo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
Starts / Ends
Barcelona / Monte Carlo
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on this 8-day adventure from Barcelona to Monte Carlo aboard World Traveller. Explore Valencia’s Arts & Sciences complex. Witness a solar eclipse at sea, then visit Palma de Mallorca’s La Seu Cathedral & Sierra de Tramuntana. Hike Sete’s Mount St. Clair & visit the artistic Quartier Haute before concluding your journey in Monte Carlo.
  • Discover Gaudí’s Park Güell
  • Stroll Gothic Quarter streets
  • Visit Valencia’s Arts and Sciences
  • Experience solar eclipse onboard
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