Top France Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Highlights of Paris, Provence and the Riviera

12 Day Itinerary

• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Le Marais with local food and wine
• Enjoy a Rhône Valley wine tasting
• Drive through iconic villages
• Discover enchanting towns in Proven
• Explore Nice with food and wine tou
• Visit medieval village around Nice
• Visit Antibes market and a wine tas
• Visit Monte Carlo's famous street
• Admire the view of Mediterranean Se

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Paris / Nice

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Uncover the magic of France on this 12-day journey from iconic Paris to sun-kissed Provence and the dazzling Riviera. Stroll along the Seine, sip rosé in lavender-scented vineyards, explore medieval hilltop villages, and unwind on the sparkling Mediterranean coast.

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from $9,385

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Explore Southwest France: Vineyards and History

10 Day Itinerary

• Taste Bordeaux's wine and cheese
• Enjoy wine tasting in Saint-Émilion
• Sail on a traditional pinasse
• Enjoy an onboard oyster tasting
• Take a stroll around Sarlat
• Visit Vézère Valley historic sites
• Visit cliffside village Rocamadour
• Taste iconic food of Toulouse

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Bordeaux / Toulouse

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a thrilling 10-day journey through France’s historic and culinary heart! Sip world-class wines in Bordeaux, sail Arcachon Bay in a traditional pinasse, and taste gourmet delights in Dordogne. Explore medieval Bonaguil, the stunning Lascaux caves, and the UNESCO-listed Vezere Valley. End in vibrant Toulouse with rich food, wine, and culture at every turn

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from $9,155

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Best of Paris and Normandy

10 Day Itinerary

• Visit the famous Mont Saint Michel
• Visit le marché des Enfants Rouges
• Enjoy a bike tour in Versailles
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Explore the history at Omaha Beach
• Savor local cheeses of Normandy

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Easy Active

See the best of France during this 10-day trip through Paris and Normandy. Explore well-known locations such as the Louvre, the Seine, and the Eiffel Tower. Explore Normandy's historic Bayeux, sample local cheeses and wines, and see the D-Day landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel.

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from $5,059

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Discover France: Paris, Burgundy and Provence

11 Day Itinerary

• Le Marais with local food and wine
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Explore Versailles
• Try local cheese and wine in Dijon
• Bike tour in Beaune vineyards
• Visit the historic port of Marseill
• Visit Mucem Museum
• See colorful boats in Cassis
• Explore Aix-en-Provence

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover France from Paris to Burgundy and Provence on this 11-day France tour. Visit iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre Dame. Explore vineyards and enjoy wine tastings in Burgundy. Enjoy fresh produce at local markets, coastal views, and charming villages in Provence.

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from $4,349

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Colors of Provence - Cruise Only

Lyon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina

• Tour the highlights of Lyon, France
• Stop at the home of a local vintner
• Learn about olive farming tradition
• Take the Artist Experience tour

Starts / Ends

Lyon / Arles

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and Beaujolais. Enjoy wine tastings, ancient Roman ruins, and medieval villages on this European vacation. Les Baux, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, and Vienne are all stops before arriving to Lyon, France.

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from $4,349

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Essence of Burgundy & Provence - Cruise Only

Port of Dijon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacello

• Explore Chalon-Sur-Saone's heritage
• Discover Tournus’ Romanesque abbey
• Experience Arles’ Roman ruins
• Stroll through Beaune’s cobblestone

Starts / Ends

Dijon / Arles

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amacello through Burgundy and Provence, savoring French flavors and exploring Roman heritage, charming towns, and iconic sites like Lyon’s culinary treasures and Avignon’s Papal Palace.

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from $4,349

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Taste of Bordeaux - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadolce

• Explore Bordeaux, a UNESCO Site
• Taste distinguished French wine
• Tour the Château Latour wine estate
• Visit Libourne's colorful market

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

Activity Level

Variable

Board an enchanting 8-day round-trip cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne on the MS Amadolce. Visit the towns of Cadillac, Pauillac, Bourg, Libourne, and Blaye as you enjoy wine-tasting tours, visit classic French chateaus, and explore historic sites. Biking and hiking options are available as well.

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from $8,790

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Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Guided city tour of Lyon
• Explore Avignon’s Palais des Papes
• Canoeing adventure in Avignon
• Explore Arles’ Roman monuments

Starts / Ends

Lyon / Nice

Activities

Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the Rhône River on an 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Liberté from Lyon to Arles, ending in Nice. Explore historic towns like Vienne, Tournon, Viviers, and Avignon. Enjoy guided walking tours, vineyard hikes, wine tastings, and visits to UNESCO-listed sites, including the Palais des Papes and Roman monuments in Arles.

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from $3,999

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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre

• Explore Parisian Christmas markets
• Tour Palace of Versailles
• Walk medieval Rouen streets
• Taste Bénédictine in Caudebec

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activities

Christmas Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience 8 days aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre from Paris to Paris. Visit Christmas markets, the Palace of Versailles, Rouen Cathedral, Normandy cider farms, and La Roche-Guyon. Enjoy private receptions, guided tours, and scenic drives through the Seine and Normandy countryside. Discover French history, culture, and seasonal traditions firsthand.

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from $12,729

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Classic France: Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy

13 Day Itinerary

• Take a a bike tour of Versailles
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Enjoy food tour in Loire Valley
• See the chateau de Chambord
• Visit Mont Saint Michel by e-bike
• Visit D-Day beaches in Normandy
• Taste Normady's local cuisine

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Easy Active

Take this 13-day trip through Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy to see the best of France. Visit iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, the Seine, and the Louvre. Continue to the Loire Valley to explore fairy-tale châteaux, taste local wines, and visit historic villages. In Normandy, visit the D-Day landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel

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from $4,449

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Flavors of Burgundy - Cruise Only

Port of Dijon - Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacello

• Explore Dijon’s medieval center
• Wander Seurre’s charming streets
• Tour Chalon-Sur-Saone’s riversides
• Stroll Macon’s historic streets

Starts / Ends

Dijon / Lyon

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amacello through Burgundy, where you indulge in wine tastings in Seurre, Tournus, Macon, and Lyon. Savor the region’s authentic cuisine while exploring its rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes.

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from $1,056

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Christmas in Alsace and show at the Royal Palace

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Strasbourg Christmas markets visit
• Alsace pottery villages tour
• Enjoy a show at Royal Palace Hall
• Strasbourg festive lights walk

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Variable

Explore Christmas traditions in Strasbourg and northern Alsace on a 4-day cruise aboard MS Gerard Schmitter. Visit pottery villages Soufflenheim and Betschdorf, attend a show at the Royal Palace Music Hall, and walk Strasbourg’s historic center, cathedral square, and famous Christmas markets across the city.

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from $819

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Christmas Markets in Alsace
• Alsatian Wine Route Tour
• Discover the holidays in Colmar

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Leonard De Vinci in a memorable 4-day Christmas cruise in Alsace which includes a discovery tour of the Alsatian Wine Route and the Christmas Markets in Colmar.

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from $819

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Experience Christmas on Alsace
• Taste the local wines in Colmar
• Enjoy your stay aboard MS Monet

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Variable

Enjoy Alsace's Christmas holidays and discover their traditions and markets on this 4-day sailing trip on MS Monet around Strasbourg.

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from $8,950

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Classic Cruise - Alsace and Lorraine

Strasbourg - Niderviller - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Panache

• Explore Strasbourg historic city
• Stroll Saverne charming town
• Taste wines at Domaine Lorentz
• Wander Lutzelbourg village

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Strasbourg / Niderviller

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 7-day cruise on the Panache through Alsace, starting in Strasbourg, with a champagne welcome. Discover historic towns and cultural landmarks, and enjoy wine tastings, scenic hikes, and art at every port before disembarking in Strasbourg.

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from $7,529

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Essence of Burgundy & Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacello

• Discover Geneva’s vibrant history
• Explore Annecy’s picturesque charm
• Stroll Dijon’s medieval streets
• Visit Tournus’ Benedictine abbey

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Geneva / Nice

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Amacello through Switzerland and France, from Geneva and Annecy through Burgundy and Provence. Indulge in Lyon’s culinary delights, explore historic treasures, and end with three unforgettable nights in Nice, Monaco, and Monte Carlo.

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from $1,347

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Savory Delights And Holiday Traditions On A Rhine River Cruise

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

• Savor the magic of Christmas
• Make Alsatian Christmas cookies
• Explore Christmas markets

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Beethoven in a memorable 5-day Christmas cruise on the Rhine River to explore the oldest, most revered Christmas markets in Europe. Explore the festive international Christmas markets in Rüdesheim, Mainz, and Gambsheim,

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from $1,188

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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Christmas Markets in Strasbourg
• Tour museums in Rüdesheim
• Discover the history of Mainz

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe, aboard the MS Leonard Da Vinci.

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