France Trips with Village Visits

from $2,660

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Treasures of Corsica

Nice - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Wander Nice’s historic Vieux Nice
• Experience Monaco’s Prince’s Palace
• Visit L'Ile Rousse’s Place Paoli
• Discover Elba’s local vineyards

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Nice / Civitavecchia

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing

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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean cruise on the Royal Clipper from Nice to Civitavecchia, exploring the French and Italian Rivieras, Corsica, and Elba. Highlights include Monaco's glamour, the beauty of Portofino, and tours of Napoleon's birthplace and exile villa.

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from $10,095

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Barcelona to Nice: A Mediterranean Canvas

Barcelona - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Tour Porto's Ribeira district
• View Gaudí's La Sagrada Familia
• Visit the Salvador Dali Museum
• Discover Cezanne's studio

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Barcelona / Nice

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Wine Tasting, Photography Seminars

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Embark on a 9-day art-focused cruise along the Spanish and French Rivieras aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the studios and homes of legendary artists like Picasso and Dali. Enjoy workshops with a resident artist to capture the breathtaking landscapes that inspired these masters.

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from $8,795

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A D Day Commemoration

London to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Witness D-Day’s lasting legacy
• Sail the English Channel
• Wander medieval Saint-Malo streets

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London / Paris

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Urban Exploration

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Walk through history across London, Portsmouth, Normandy, Saint-Malo, and Guernsey. Visit iconic World War II landmarks, museums, and memorials on this unforgettable D-Day-inspired journey aboard Douglas Mawson.

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from $12,490

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Idyllic Rhone

Nice - Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Explore beautiful Lyon
• Tour Macon’s region
• Wander Avignon’s papal palace
• Explore the ancient town of Viviers

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Lyon / Nice

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Nice to Lyon 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 $2,999

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Paris & the Heart of Normandy

Paris-Rouen-Paris - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking

• Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
• Walk through the city of Rouen
• Explore Giverny and Claude Monet
• Tour Paris with expert guides

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Paris / Paris

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This river journey from Paris through the countryside of Normandy is the best way to uncover the region's numerous charms, historic landmarks, and Normandy beaches. This eight-day tour on the enticing Viking River Cruises visits La Roche Guyon, Giverny, Rouen, Les Andelys, and more.

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from $2,599

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Lyon & Provence

Avignon to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking

• 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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from $13,153

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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

Activities

Biking

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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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from $8,160

$1000 SBC

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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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Variable

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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from $10,655

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Swiss Mountains with Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lausanne - Marseille - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lausanne’s historic center
• Tour Lyon’s basilica
• Taste Beaujolais reds in Macon
• Stroll Tournon’s riverside castle

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Lyon / Marseille

Activities

Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Explore Switzerland and Southern France on a 12-day river cruise from Lausanne to Arles aboard the Emerald Liberte, featuring guided tours, wine tasting, and local experiences. Enjoy unique activities like biking in Lyon and a Provencal dinner by Chef Fabien Morreale while discovering stunning landscapes and rich culture.

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from $10,890

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Bordeaux Affair

Roundtrip Bordeaux - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Diamond

• Explore Bordeaux’s Old Town
• Tour Saint-Emilion’s medieval lanes
• Taste Grand Cru wines
• Walk Blaye’s Citadel

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Scenic Diamond through the Bordeaux region, exploring its rich history and culinary delights. Visit renowned wine areas like Saint-Emilion and Medoc and enjoy local gastronomy and culture.

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from $2,570

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Corsica & French Riviera

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Explore Nice’s old town
• Stroll Portofino’s harbor
• Unwind at Plage Saint Antoine
• Wander Alghero’s medieval streets

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Nice / Nice

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Variable

Set sail for an 8-day cruise on the Royal Clipper, visiting Monaco, Portofino, Corsica, Sardinia, and St. Tropez. Experience stunning landscapes, rich culture, and gourmet dining before returning to Nice with lasting memories.

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from $1,487

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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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Variable

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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from $1,119

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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 $8,590

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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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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 $13,595

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A Mediterranean Masterpiece

Barcelona - Rome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Stroll Nice’s Riviera promenades
• Wander Port-Vendres’ streets
• Discover Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia
• Admire Cezanne’s landscapes

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Barcelona / Rome

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Join a 13-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson through Spain and Italy, starting in Barcelona with a Flamenco show and visiting landmarks like Gaudí's Sagrada Familia. Explore coastal towns and the French Riviera, and end in Rome, immersing in both countries' rich culture, art, and history.

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from $11,990

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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 $10,095

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Nice to Rome: La Dolce Vita

Nice - Rome - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Stroll Nice’s Old Town
• Discover Picasso’s creative retreat
• Wander Saint-Paul de Vence
• See Pisa’s Leaning Tower

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Nice / Rome

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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Nice to Rome on the Douglas Mawson, featuring guided tours, boutique shopping, and classic sites like the Colosseum. Enjoy "Your Choice" experiences, exploring iconic attractions and savoring Mediterranean culture, history, and cuisine along the way.

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