Top France Trips & Tours in August 2026

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Take a tour of Old Strasbourg
• Enjoy the romance of the Rhine
• Sail through French & German towns

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Experience the Rhine Valley on this 5-day round-trip river cruise from Strasbourg, France aboard the MS Monet. As you visit the towns of Koblenz, Mainz, Rudesheim, and Manheim, you'll visit iconic sites like Heidelberg, Stolzenfels Castle, and the quaint villages & savory wineries that characterize the Rhine Valley.

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from $12,204

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Mount Blanc Hiking Adventure

10 Day Itinerary

• 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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Geneva / Geneva

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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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.

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from $8,990

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Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lyon - Marseille - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lyon
• Discover Chalon-sur-Saône
• Experience Tournon
• Uncover the rich history of Arles

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Lyon / Marseille

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Variable

Sail from Marseille to Lyon for another fun and exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers. Emerald Liberté offers comfortable accommodations before exploring different cities.

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from $7,090

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Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

Fleurey-sur-Ouche - Escommes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L’Impressionniste

• Tour Old Dijon vibrant markets
• Discover Cote de Beaune landscapes
• Taste Beaune wines
• Admire Vandenesse landscapes

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Fleurey-sur-Ouche / Escommes

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Variable

Join a 7-day cruise on the L’impressionniste along the Burgundy Canal, enjoying wine tastings, guided excursions, and local cuisine. Highlights include historic tours, cycling paths, and breathtaking countryside views from Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.

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from $8,019

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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

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Paris / Barcelona

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Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes

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This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.

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from $12,490

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Idyllic Rhone

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Tour Macon’s region
• Visit Perouges village
• Wander Avignon’s papal palace
• Stroll Viviers winding alleys

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Lyon / Avignon

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Lyon to Nice on the Scenic Sapphire, exploring the Rhone and Saone rivers. Experience France’s rich heritage through its historic cities, medieval villages, and culinary delights amidst stunning landscapes.

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from $1,806

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The Rhine in Flames: An incredible spectacle on the water

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Enjoy the Rhine in Flames
• Discover Strasbourg & Koblenz
• Hike through Rudesheim

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Embark on a 5-Day The Rhine in Flames River Cruise on the MS Gérard Schmitter. Experience an unforgettable and colorful cruise through the romantic Rhine Valley, through the Rüdesheim vineyard and open-air cafes and the beautiful city of Heidelberg.

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from $8,459

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Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

London to Paris - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II

• Explore Westminster Abbey
• Visit Stonehenge monument
• Explore Edinburgh Castle
• See Normandy Beaches

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London / Paris

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Village Visits, Hiking, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Spa Relaxation, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Discover Britain and France on a 16-day Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Explore London, Stonehenge, Bath, Edinburgh Castle, York, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Then sail the Seine from Paris to Normandy, visiting Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, Auvers-sur-Oise, and the historic Normandy beaches.

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from $2,209

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The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Cruise Iffezheim & Gambsheim locks
• Enjoy Strasbourg at night
• Visit the unique Reichsburg Castle
• Join an exclusive wine tasting

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Explore the enchanting cities of Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rudesheim and Mannheim on this 7-day river cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter. As you travel the Rhine, Moselle, and Main rivers, you'll have the chance to tour ancient towns, bike through verdant valleys, savor the local wines, and explore castles.

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from $1,917

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4 Rivers: The Neckar, Romantic Rhine, Moselle, and Sarre Valleys

Strasbourg-Luxembourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Discover Roman heritage in Trier
• Enjoy wine tasting in Remich
• Explore the old city of Luxembourg
• See the charming villages

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Variable

Embark on MS Leonard De Vinci and spend 7 days exploring the amazing cities that lie on each river including Strasbourg, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Luxembourg, Saarburg, Cochem and many more!

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from $1,883

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The Valley of the Romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Boheme

• Enjoy Strasbourg at night
• Visit Cochem, Pearl of the Moselle
• See the unique Reichsburg Castle
• Discover the famous Lorelei Rock

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Discover three extraordinary rivers: the enchanting Rhine, the graceful Moselle, and the charming Main, on this incredible 7-day cruise aboard La Boheme exploring this romantic region. Delight yourself with the enchanting city of Frankfurt with its mix of ancient and modern sites that are sure to astonish you.

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from $1,369

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The Rhine and Moselle Rivers

Strasbourg to Cochem - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Tour Mainz and Gutenberg
• Wine tasting in Rudesheim
• Explore Boppard

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Strasbourg / Cochem

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Sail across Strasbourg, Mainz, Rudesheim, Boppard, Koblenz, Alken and Cochem on this spectacular 5-day journey aboard the MS Monet. Discover all the beauty and authentic European charm of this region.

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from $8,470

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Isle of Beauty, Italian shores & Malta

Nice - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Stroll Promenade des Anglais
• Explore Napoleon’s exile home
• Visit Lipari’s obsidian quarries
• See Valletta’s Grandmasters Palace

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Nice / Valletta

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Small Ship Sailing

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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.

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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

• Witness solar eclipse in Palma
• Explore Palma de Mallorca’s coves
• Discover Mahon’s colorful streets
• See Portofino’s harbor

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Barcelona / Nice

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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.

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from $4,549

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Explore Heidelberg's castle views
• Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
• Stroll Strasbourg's streets
• Discover Breisach's scenic past

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.

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from $4,449

EBD $4000

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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Explore Basel’s medieval charm
• Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
• Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
• Taste Rudesheim’s coffee

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Wine Tasting

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Variable

Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the MS Amaserena, visiting festive cities like Basel, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Enjoy Christmas markets, cultural highlights, and beautiful winter scenery, concluding your journey in historic Amsterdam.

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from $6,609

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
• Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
• Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
• Admire Amsterdam's beauty

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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

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