Top France Trips & Tours in July 2026

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Lyon & Provence

Avignon to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore Avignon
• Experience Arles' vibrant city
• Visit Viviers’ Old Town
• Discover Beaujolais

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Avignon / Lyon

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Join this 8-day expedition and tour lands of fine wine & cuisine from Avignon to Lyon aboard Viking River Cruises. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.

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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
• Explore Paris
• Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
• See Amsterdam golden age canals

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Basel / Bordeaux

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Wine Tasting

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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.

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Corsica and the Tuscan Archipelago by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Visit Calvi’s Citadel
• Discover Propriano’s sandy beaches
• Wander Porto Ercole’s streets
• Explore Giglio’s sandy beaches

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Nice / Nice

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Set sail on a 9-day cruise through Corsica and Tuscany aboard the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring Napoleon's legacy, historic towns, and breathtaking landscapes. From Calvi and Bonifacio to Portofino and Elba, immerse yourself in Mediterranean beauty, rich history, and la dolce vita.

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Taste of Bordeaux

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadolce

• Visit the Atrium
• Tour Arcachon
• Explore the Castle of Roquetaillade
• Enjoy wine tasting

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Board the Amadolce and enjoy 2 nights in Bilbao and 2 nights in San Sebastian leading up to a 7-night round-trip river cruise from Bordeaux, followed by 2 nights in the Loire Valley and 1 night in Paris. Visit world-famous wine estates tasting Grand Cru wines including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Pichon Longueville and Château Gruaud Larose.

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Explore the Stolzenfels Castle
• Visit the Bassenheimer Hof cellar
• Enjoy the views of Rüdesheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Get to know the scenic Rhine River on this 5-day river cruise aboard the MS Gerard Schmitter. From Strasbourg, France to Rudesheim, Germany and back, you'll see the Rock of Lorelei, visit vineyards and traditional cafes cellar, and see museums & neighborhoods like those of Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, and Speyer.

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Boheme

• Explore the old Strasbourg at night
• Visit the famous Drosselgasse
• Enjoy a tasting of local wines

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Explore Northern Europe in a new and fascinating way by cruising along the romantic Rhine Valley on a 5-day voyage aboard the MS La Boheme. Making stops in Koblenz, Rudesheim and Speyer. Along the way, tour the canals of Strasbourg, the mechanical music cabinet museum in Rüdesheim, and the Drosselgasse's numerous cafés and bars.

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Cruise Strasbourg by canal
• Visit Heidelberg Castle ruins
• Ride Koblenz cable car
• See Rudesheim music museum

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Zurich / Frankfurt

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Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

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Cruise through Germany and France on this 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Frankfurt aboard Emerald Sun. Walk cobblestone lanes in Colmar, explore Strasbourg by canal, visit Heidelberg Castle, and tour the fortress city of Koblenz. Enjoy bike rides, guided hikes, and regional cultural experiences along the way.

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La Dolce Vita along the Italian coastline

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Tour Lucca or Florence from Livorno
• Visit Napoleon’s home on Elba
• Cruise past Maddalena Islands
• Walk Alghero’s old walled town
• See beaches at Porto Cervo
• Explore Cinque Terre or Portofino

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Nice / Nice

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Cruise the Italian coast on this 8-day trip from Nice. Stop in Livorno, Elba, Alghero, Porto Cervo, Porto Santo Stefano, and La Spezia. Explore old towns, enjoy wine tasting in Tuscany, visit Napoleon’s home, relax on quiet beaches, and tour the Cinque Terre or Portofino. Return to Nice with lasting views, local flavors, and rich coastal charm.

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