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Follow in the footsteps of artists and authors seduced by la belle France.
Find your own inspiration amidst the history and artistry of France. Don your designer shades on the Côte d’Azur, longtime playground for the rich and famous. Explore the spectacular scenery and tempting cuisine of Provence, a favorite setting for painters like Vincent van Gogh and writers like Peter Mayle. Then push on to Paris, the City of Light, to relive the golden days of the Belle Époque.
Your tour package includes
7 nights in handpicked hotels
7 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
3 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
French Riviera
Calanques of Cassis
Avignon’s Papal Palace
High-speed TGV train ride
Eiffel Tower photo stop
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Welcome to France! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner this evening.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Nice
Included meal: Breakfast
Discover the many charms of the city of Nice on the French Riviera during a guided sightseeing tour.
Drive along the Promenade des Anglais
Explore the Roman Amphitheater
Wander around the gardens of the Franciscan Monastery in Cimiez
End the tour amongst the narrow streets and market stalls of the Old Town
Spend a free evening in Nice or add an excursion.
Evening in Monaco
From $139 per person
Avignon2 nights
Day 4: Avignon via Cassis
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to Avignon, stopping to discover the seaside village of Cassis on the Côte d’Azur.
Board a boat and take a cruise through Cassis Harbor
Soak in beautiful vistas of the surrounding coastline and calanques, narrow fjord-like inlets carved into the white limestone
Make stops to snap photos of the scenic harbor and calanques
Enjoy free time for lunch before continuing on to Avignon
Please note: The cruise is weather-dependent. In the case of inclement weather, the cruise will be replaced with another activity.
Sit down for an included dinner this evening.
Day 5: Sightseeing tour of Avignon
Included meal: Breakfast
Discover historic Avignon in Provence today on a sightseeing tour with a local guide.
See the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet, the bridge that inspired the French folk tune "On the Bridge of Avignon"
Step inside the magnificent Papal Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Stroll through the historic town center, which is surrounded by the city’s original medieval walls
Spend a free afternoon in Avignon or add an excursion.
Aix-en-Provence: Sights, Wines & Dinner
From $149 per person
Paris3 nights
Day 6: Train ride to Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
Board a high-speed TGV train to Paris and travel through the picturesque landscapes that influenced the French masters.
Enjoy a free evening in France’s capital city or add an excursion.
Please note: Porterage is not included for the train transfers. Travelers must be comfortable lifting and carrying all luggage over steps, onto platforms, and into luggage storage
Dinner in Paris & Seine River Cruise
From $125 per person
Day 7: Sightseeing tour of Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
A guided tour introduces you to the architecture, scenery, and history of the City of Light’s many neighborhoods, called arrondissements.
Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe
Pass Pont Neuf and the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral, located on an island in the Seine River
See the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier opera house, and Place de la Concorde, the city’s grandest square
Marvel at the iconic architecture of the Louvre and Hôtel des Invalides
Spend a free afternoon in Paris or add an excursion.
Versailles Palace & Gardens
From $135 per person
Day 8: Free day in Paris
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
Enjoy a free day in Paris or add an excursion. Then, celebrate your trip with your group at a farewell dinner this evening.
Monet & the Landscapes of Giverny
From $105 per person
Flight Home
Day 9: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to continue exploring Paris.
Extension to Normandy & Paris
Head north to the Normandy Coast, where you’ll see that history isn’t just found inside a dusty old textbook. Stories about the Allied soldiers take on a whole new meaning as you walk along the shores where they once fought. After your on-the-ground history lesson, head back to Paris to board your
flight home.
Normandy Coast2 nights
Day 9: Normandy Coast via Rouen & Honfleur
Included meals: Breakfast, Tasting
Travel through historic cities and pristine port towns on your way to the Normandy coast.
Visit Rouen, home to a large 16th-century clock and the Gothic, two-towered Rouen Cathedral
Walk through the Old Market Square where Joan of Arc was executed
See the untouched Honfleur harbor, once an important port
Sample cheeses, including Camembert, Pont-l’Évêque, and Livarot, paired with cider and Calvados, the region’s distinctive apple brandy
Day 10: Sightseeing tour of Normandy
Included meal: Breakfast
Dive into World War II history with your Tour Director during a visit to Normandy, where the Allied troops landed in June, 1944.
Travel to the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, the burial place for more than 9,000 American soldiers who lost their lives during the Battle of Normandy
Walk along Omaha Beach, the landing site of American troops on D-Day
Visit Pointe du Hoc to view the granite monument that honors the American 2nd Ranger Battalion, which seized German cannons here before they could be used to fire on American troops
Stop in the seaside town of Arromanches, home to one of the main Allied landing harbors, and enjoy free time to explore
Pay a visit to Juno Beach and the Bény-sur Mer Canadian War Cemetery (time-permitting)
Paris1 night
Day 11: Transfer to Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
Head back to Paris and enjoy a farewell drink with your group this evening.
Flight Home
Day 12: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
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6/24/23 by 1st-time traveler Mary
I enjoyed every minute of the tour and wanted more hours in every day. Hotels were clean, nicely furnished, and comfortable. I was surprised by the superb breakfast buffet served every day. Everything possible was included. French yogurt, croissants, and cheeses topped my list of favorites. Me...
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Hotels, flights & FAQ
Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.
Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Hôtel Mercure Nice Centre Notre-Dame
This vibrant hotel is located in the heart of Nice’s city center. Guests enjoy the rooftop pool with panoramic views of the city, rooftop bar, fitness...
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Mercure Pont d'Avignon
This charming hotel is located in Avignon. Guests enjoy the fitness center, on-site restaurant, and outdoor terrace. Nearby you'll find Pont d'Avigno...
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Hotel Mercure Cabourg Hippodrome
This contemporary hotel is located in downtown Cabourg. Guests enjoy a fitness center, pool, and bar. Nearby you’ll find the Hippodrome de Cabourg, Pl...
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Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles
This stylish hotel is located in the 15th arrondissement of Paris. Guests enjoy the rooftop restaurant with views of the Eiffel Tower, in room digital...
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Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
Add our airfare package and you'll get:
Round-trip flight for your tour
Airport transfers at your destination
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24/7 support from our dedicated service team
Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
In order to enter France, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
Beginning in 2024, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2024, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our Help Center.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code PPR.
You will walk for at least 1 hour daily across flat terrain on mostly paved roads.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of trains and boats.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Nice and depart from Paris. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
A high-speed TGV train ride from Avignon to Paris is included in the price of your tour.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one personal item per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
Porterage is not included for the train transfers. Travelers must be comfortable lifting and carrying all luggage over steps, onto platforms, and into luggage storage. The storage space on the train is extremely limited, so we recommended traveling with only one suitcase per person (and a personal item such, as a backpack or purse).
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code PPR.
For a picnic with French flair, stop at a small grocery store for cheeses, pâtés, cured meats, fresh-baked bread, and fruit. In the cities, sidewalk vendors are known for their steaming crepes, while mouthwatering pastries and hot café au lait beckon from cafes. In restaurants, the prix fixe option is a popular way to enjoy a set three- or four-course menu for a good price.
Although lunch is generally served from noon until 2pm in France, dinner is served from 7:30pm onward. Those wishing to eat earlier can stop at a cafe, where light entrées and sandwiches are available throughout the afternoon and evening.
France operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, E, or F plugs with two small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other electrical device without a built-in converter.
The majority of the hotels on this tour will have air conditioning. The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
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