Top France Trips & Tours in August 2026

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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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Small Ship Sailing

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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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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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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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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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from $8,750

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From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic

Nice - Venice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Stroll Promenade des Anglais
• Stroll Lipari’s volcanic landscape
• Circle Dubrovnik’s stone ramparts
• Tour Taormina’s ancient ruins

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Nice / Venice

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Set sail on a 13-day Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic cruise aboard Le Boreal. Explore Nice, Bonifacio, Lipari, Taormina, Dubrovnik, Split, Rovinj, and Piran. Walk historic centers, enjoy coastal views, and discover local cultures. Relax with onboard amenities during scenic sea days before ending in Venice.

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
• Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
• Hike through Rüdesheim
• Admire Amsterdam's canals

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From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this classic 8-day cruise of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers aboard the MS Amastella will take you through scenic wine country, where you can visit, hike, and tour the historic towns, museums, and canals of Breisach, Strasbourg, Manheim & Heidelberg, the castles of Rüdesheim, and Koblenz & Cologne.

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Enchanting Italian Coastlines

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara

• Explore Amalfi's dramatic cliffs
• Wander Capri's chic lanes
• Uncover Sorrento’s cliffside villas
• Enjoy Capri’s seafood cuisine

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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia

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Experience the thrill of spectacular adventures along the enchanting coastlines and captivating islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France, and Spain on an unforgettable 8-day cruise aboard the luxurious Emerald Sakara.

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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Colmar’s medieval lanes
• Admire Strasbourg’s quaint canals
• Tour Mainz’s grand cathedral
• Wander Bernkastel’s old town

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Village Visits, Local Market Visits

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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring scenic vineyards, historic castles, and charming villages along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in Basel, Switzerland, visit major cities like Strasbourg, Koblenz, Utrecht, and Amsterdam, as well as the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills.

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Enjoy Cologne's local delights
• Explore charming Koblenz
• Discover scenic Cochem
• Admire the famous Fraumünster Abbey

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Join the MS Amaprima on this unique adventure starting with an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich, followed by three magical nights in Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, and hikes.

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Discover Heidelberg Castle gardens
• Cruise the Rhine Gorge
• Taste flavors of Alsace
• Visit Cologne Cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Biking, Hiking

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Sail from Amsterdam to Zurich on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit iconic destinations including Alkmaar, Cologne, Strasbourg, and Heidelberg. Join guided walking tours, enjoy scenic bike rides, and experience local flavors across Germany, France, and Switzerland.

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
• Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
• Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
• Taste Koblenz’s Riesling wines

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Cooking Classes

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Join an 8-day Rhine cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Basel, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and historic cities like Heidelberg and Cologne. Finish your journey in Alkmaar, which is famous for its traditional cheese-making.

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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Basel’s historic charm
• Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
• Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.

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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
• Explore Gros Morne National Park
• Look for moose, seabirds and whales
• Discover eastern Canada's beauty

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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows

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Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Freiburg’s historic center
• Discover Strasbourg’s Old Town
• Tour Heidelberg’s castle ruins
• Wander Koblenz’s Old Town

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam.

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

• Discover Alsatian wine villages
• Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
• Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
• Explore Cologne's historic center

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Basel / Amsterdam

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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.

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5 Different Rivers: The Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle, and Saar (Port-to-port cruise)

Strasbourg to Luxembourg - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Enjoy Heidelberg Castle guided tour
• Rudesheim vineyard wine tasting
• Enjoy Rhine Valley scenic sailing
• Explore Saarburg’s old town

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Strasbourg / Remich

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Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

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Set sail on a 9-day Rhine and Moselle river cruise from Strasbourg to Luxembourg aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci. Discover Heidelberg Castle, Mainz Cathedral, and Trier’s Roman ruins. Explore Frankfurt, Rüdesheim’s vineyards, Cochem Castle, and Luxembourg’s historic city center. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and unique cultural landmarks.

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from $19,140

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit traditional villages
• Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
• Explore Disko Bay
• Discover Sisimiut's wildlife

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Paris / Paris

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing

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This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.

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