Have questions? We're here.

France Archaeological Tours

Travel made your way
Bordeaux
CroisiEurope
The charming Bordeaux at night
Talk with an expert
Build your ideal France trip. Call 1.406.541.2677
Start Planning My Trip
Take a trip back in time on one of these 14 France archaeology tours in 2024. Explore ruins, excavations, and archaeology digs near hot spots such as Rouen, Paris, Honfleur, Strasbourg, and Vernon on a guided private or small group tour with an exceptional multi-lingual guide aided by historians and archaeologists. These 14 archaeology trips also afford plenty of opportunities to enjoy cruises, archaeological site visits, river cruises, luxury, and biking. Simply tell one of our France travel experts about your ideal archaeology trip they will help you start planning a seamless adventure.
Filter (14 Results)
  • Start Date
    OR, More specific start
  • Length
    to
  • Price
    to
  • Activity Level
  • Experiences
  • Activities
  • Ship
  • Destinations
    • France
Sprawling vineyards of France
$5,669
EXPLORE

Colors of Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina
  • Enjoy Lyon's culinary delights
  • Visit the Beaujolais wine region
  • Join a Provencal cooking lesson
  • Admire Antoni Gaudi’s works
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Barcelona
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Cooking Classes, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Cruise through France’s legendary wine growing regions, home to such famous vintages as Beaujolais and Côte du Rhône. Enjoy wine tastings at local vintners, marvel at ancient Roman ruins, stroll through medieval villages, and shop for Provencal crafts. Visit the UNESCO World …
Cruise Details
0
Visit beautiful Mont Saint Michel in France's Normandy region
$3,899
EXPLORE

Paris & Normandy

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
  • Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
  • Walk through the city of Rouen
  • Experience Honfleur by foot
  • Tour Paris with expert guides
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Normandy has been the setting for many battles over the centuries, including the D-Day invasion of WWII and the Normandy Beaches. You have a rare chance to visit several of its historic sites, including Omaha Beach. Experience a different side of Northern France’s history with a tour of the …
Cruise Details
0
Wander a cozy Christmas Market
$1,539
EXPLORE

Christmas In the Seine River Valley

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Botticelli
  • Tour the Martainville Chateau
  • Visit Rouen
  • Celebrate Midnight Mass in Rouen
Starts / Ends:
Paris' Seine River / Paris' Seine River
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a unique 5-day cruise along the Seine and celebrate Christmas aboard the MS Botticelli. Discover Rouen, a medieval and well-preserved city where you can attend Christmas Mass. You'll then go to Honfleur that will immerse you in the history of France: city of painters, its beautiful …
Cruise Details
0
Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
$3,299
EXPLORE

Brilliant Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Bon Voyage
  • Sail along three stunning rivers
  • Drive from Blaye to Bourg
  • Join a Bordeaux walking tour
Starts / Ends:
Bordeaux / Bordeaux
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a scenic drive from Blaye to Bourg along the Route de la Corniche Fleurie and marvel at the sights of Blaye Fortress and Lansac Windmill along the way. Slow things down in Libourne and on your return to Bordeaux with multiple wine tastings, village tours, a farmers’ market visit, and …
Cruise Details
0
Explore Paris, the legendary city of light
$2,596
EXPLORE

The Meandering Seine

Paris - Honfleur - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Botticelli
  • Discover Fontainebleau's palace
  • Enjoy your walking tour in Honfleur
  • Join a tour in Paris
  • Discover ruins of abbeys in France
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Honfleur
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the Seine, the second-longest river in France, on this 7-day voyage through Northern France. Join the crew of MS Botticelli for a unique river journey from the charming French harbor of Paris, the "City of Light" to Honfleur. Dive into the beauty and history of France on its …
Cruise Details
0
Panorama of Rouen at sunset
$3,699
EXPLORE

Paris to Normandy

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • See the Astronomical Clock
  • Visit the gothic Rouen Cathedral
  • Stroll through the heart of Paris
Starts / Ends:
Paris' Seine River / Paris' Seine River
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 8-day French river cruise aboard the Avalon Tapestry II, you’ll enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful scenery along the Seine River, and stops in charming and historical parts of France, but your adventure would not be complete without some time in Paris—one of the world’s most …
Cruise Details
0
Charming timber houses of Honfleur
$2,510
EXPLORE

The Meandering Seine

Paris to Honfleur - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seine Princess
  • Discover Fontainebleau's palace
  • Enjoy a walking tour of Honfleur
  • Join a tour in Paris
  • Discover French abbey ruins
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Honfleur
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the Seine, the second-longest river in France, on this 7-day voyage through Northern France. Join the crew of MS Seine Princess for a unique river journey from the charming French harbor of Paris, the "City of Light," to Honfleur. Dive into the beauty and history of France on its …
Cruise Details
0
Wander through Paris' historic Montmartre district
$2,799
EXPLORE

Paris & the Heart of Normandy

Paris-Rouen-Paris - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Cruises
  • Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
  • Walk through the city of Rouen
  • Explore Giverny and Claude Monet
  • Tour Paris with expert guides
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Dock in the heart of Paris, admiring views of the iconic Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty’s smaller French twin from your ship. Experience history firsthand at the Normandy beaches and delight in Rouen’s Gothic architecture. Explore Giverny and Claude Monet’s charming house …
Cruise Details
0
Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
$2,999
EXPLORE

Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Tour the Kaysersberg village
  • Wander through historic Strasbourg
  • Enjoy wine tasting at Boppard
  • Visit the Marksburg Castle
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the romantic, soul-stirring beauty of the legendary Rhine on a cruise aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Each bend of the river reveals the spires of historic churches and castles, while vines climb the beautiful hills. Marksburg Castle is one of the few castles on the Rhine that has never been …
Cruise Details
0
Explore historic Bonifacio atop the cliffs of Corsica
$7,790
EXPLORE

Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Discover Mediterranean islands
  • Experience ancient ruins
  • Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
  • Explore medieval towns
  • Discover local cuisine
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Nice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Voyage with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice on Le Bougainvillewhere you can engage in discussions with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts onboard.Explore five Mediterranean islands on one itinerary, starting from Malta and moving on to Sicily, …
Cruise Details
0
Explore the island of Guernsey
$4,160
EXPLORE

British Archipelagos and Celtic Shores

Saint-Malo - Dublin - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Discover Heritage Sites of Dublin
  • Explore Bantry, Fowey, & Herm
  • Enjoy Guernsey & Isles of Scilly
  • Visit little English town Dartmouth
Starts / Ends:
Saint Malo / Dublin
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Aboard Le Boreal for an 8-Day cruise and discover the hidden gems of the British Archipelagos and Celtic Shores.In Saint-Malo, where your voyage will begin, immerse yourself in the diversity of its heritage and find the famous port city, Route du Rhum. Experience the refreshingly mild climate of …
Cruise Details
0
Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
$3,999
EXPLORE

Castles Along the Rhine

8 Day Itinerary aboard River Empress
  • Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
  • Visit a Romanesque cathedral
  • Visit the Marksburg Castle.
  • Walk through Strasbourg
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 8-day voyage aboard the River Empress is an ideal holiday for castle lovers. Sail along the Rhine river and marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at one of the only castles on the Rhine that has never been destroyed, Marksburg Castle. Visit historic …
Cruise Details
0
Romantic evening light over Basel
$3,499
EXPLORE

Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard River Queen
  • Tour to the Kaysersberg village.
  • Visit the historic town Strasbourg.
  • Explore beautiful Marksburg Castle.
  • Walk through the Town of Cologne
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Find inspiration in the romantic, soul-stirring beauty of the fabled Rhine in a unique with the River Queen. The spires of medieval churches and castles appear around each bend in the river and vineyards climb the verdant hillsides. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an …
Cruise Details
0
A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
$12,630
EXPLORE

Musical New Year in the Gulf of Bothnia

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Kemi's snow castle
  • Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
  • Discover Gammelstad's church-town
  • Visit Rauma's UNESCO old town
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Helsinki
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 9-day Musical New Year cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the enchanting Gulf of Bothnia. Kemi, a Finnish Lapland gem, welcomes you with a snow castle, husky sledding, and reindeer encounters. Head north to Rovaniemi's Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle. Oulu's …
Cruise Details
0
1-14 of 14 Results

Top France Travel Destinations

France Trips by Departure Date

Top Experiences in France

France Trips by Duration

France Trips by Activity

More Reasons

Why Travel With Adventure Life

All News

Recognized By