France Trips with Village Visits

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cruise along the Seine River and explore Paris on this 4-day extension cruise aboard MS Boticelli. With just four days, the cruise hardly leaves Paris, allowing you to explore the city in all its modern wonder and romantic charm. This makes for the perfect add-on to any other cruise or European itinerary!

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.

Embark on a 5-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter, featuring the Rhine in Flames, the vineyards of Rüdesheim, and historic Heidelberg. Explore Boppard and Koblenz, cruise through the Romantic Rhine Valley, and enjoy optional excursions in Rüdesheim and Heidelberg.

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.

Experience a 12-day cruise on the Emerald Liberte, exploring Lake Geneva, Lyon's culinary delights, and Beaujolais vineyards. End your journey in Nice after visiting Avignon and Arles, with stunning alpine views and rich Roman history along the way.

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.

Sail along the Mediterranean coast from Nice through the French Riviera and into Italy on 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Explore Saint-Tropez, Sanary-sur-Mer, and Calvi before heading to Livorno, Cinque Terre, Porto Ercole, and Naples. Walk through historic ports, visit museums, relax on beaches, and enjoy coastal views.