Top France Trips & Tours in May 2026

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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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from $13,995

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European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain and France

Porto to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Savor Galician cuisine, folklore
• Tour Guggenheim in Bilbao
• Discover Bordeaux’s wine country
• Visit Mont Saint-Michel

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Porto / London

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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits

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Join a 10-day European coastal cruise from Porto to London aboard Le Champlain, exploring the scenic shores of Portugal, Spain, and France. Immerse yourself in local culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks along the Atlantic shore.

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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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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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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

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Valletta / Nice

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Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

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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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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
• Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
• Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
• Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.

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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 $6,409

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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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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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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
• Explore standing stones on Menorca
• Taste Sicilian wine
• Swim at Kefalonia
• Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal

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Barcelona / Athens

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Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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On this 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and culinary delights. Visit Menorca's prehistoric stones, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia's waters, and explore Delphi.

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from $5,699

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Castles along the Rhine

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

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Biking

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During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.

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From Basel to Amsterdam: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Symphonie

• Visit Colmar and Unterlinden Museum
• Explore Rhine Valley
• Tour Mainz Old Town
• Stroll Keukenhof Gardens

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Sail from Basel to Amsterdam on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Symphonie. Visit Colmar, Strasbourg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Choose between classic sightseeing and discovery excursions in each port. Tour historic cities, view scenic Rhine landscapes, and visit museums and gardens.

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Paris to the Swiss Alps

Paris - Zurich - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Tour Trier, Germany's wine region
• Discover Reims Cathedral
• Stroll Cochem's medieval town
• Enjoy a scenic Zurich lake cruise

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Paris / Paris

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Join Viking cruises on this fascinating 12-day French, German, and Swiss river cruise exploration, along with hotel stays in Paris and Zurich. Explore picturesque towns, iconic landmarks, historic sites, and wine countries.

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from $5,259

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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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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
• Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.

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