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Over twenty incredible days this utterly unique itinerary will immerse you into areas and regions of France sadly so ignored by others
You will explore grand royal châteaux, wander medieval villages lined with half-timbered houses and seemingly untouched by time, savour world‑class wines in ancient vineyards, and stand in places where history changed the course of nations. From Champagne country to the poignant battlefields of Verdun, from the colourful canals of Colmar to the dramatic cliffs of the Verdon Gorge, and finally to the shimmering Mediterranean shores of Nice -each day offers a new experience, paints a new story, and adds a new memory to treasure. With carefully selected hotels in exceptional locations, gourmet dining, breathtaking scenery, and a balance of included guided experiences and personal ‘My Time’, this journey invites you to simply relax, immerse yourself, and enjoy the splendour of France. All done the Albatross Way!
Inclusions
Travel in a first-class air-conditioned touring coach
Welcome drink on Day 1
32 meals, including breakfast daily (B), 1 lunch (L) and 12 dinners (D)
Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
Hotel porterage for one bag per person (where available)
19 nights' specially selected hotel accommodation
Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
Personal audio system during the tour (where available)
Fully escorted by an experienced Tour Manager
All tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides
Local guides as outlined in the itinerary
Hand-selected Albatross inclusions:
Prestigious Champagne tasting in Épernay
Spectacular falconry display at Kintzheim Castle
Visit to the world's largest car collection in Mulhouse
Scenic rail journey through the Jura Mountains
Explore the beautifully preserved medieval village of Pérouges
Itinerary
Day 1: Paris Arrive in Paris and meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers over a welcome drink before dinner.
Day 2: Paris → Compiègne → Pierrefonds → Reims Visit the magnificent Château de Compiègne and the fairy-tale castle at Pierrefonds before a guided tour of Reims and its famous cathedral.
Day 3: Reims → Épernay → Reims Drive through Champagne country to Épernay, tour a renowned Champagne house with tasting, then enjoy free time in Reims.
Day 4: Reims → Verdun → Strasbourg Explore the Verdun battlefields, Douaumont Ossuary and Underground Citadel before continuing to Strasbourg.
Day 5: Strasbourg Enjoy a guided walking tour, visit the Gothic Cathedral, cruise the canals and spend the afternoon at leisure.
Day 6: Strasbourg → Kintzheim → Colmar Visit Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, enjoy a spectacular falconry display at Kintzheim Castle, then continue to Colmar.
Day 7: Colmar → Ribeauvillé → Riquewihr → Colmar Discover two of Alsace's prettiest villages before enjoying a wine tasting in Zellenberg.
Day 8: Colmar → Ungersheim → Éguisheim → Colmar Visit France's largest open-air museum, then explore the beautiful village of Éguisheim before free time in Colmar.
Day 9: Colmar → Mulhouse → Belfort → Beaune Tour the world-famous Cité de l'Automobile, see the Lion of Belfort and continue to Beaune.
Day 10: Beaune → Dijon → Beaune Visit the Hospices de Beaune, explore Dijon, enjoy a Burgundy wine tasting and dinner in the vineyards.
Day 11: Beaune → Jura Mountains → Pérouges → Lyon Travel on the scenic Swallow Railway through the Jura Mountains, visit medieval Pérouges and continue to Lyon.
Day 12: Lyon → Avignon Enjoy free time in Lyon before following the Rhône Valley to Avignon.
Day 13: Avignon → Châteauneuf-du-Pape → Avignon Take a guided tour of Avignon, visit the Papal Palace and enjoy a wine tasting and dinner in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Day 14: Avignon → Les Baux → Pont du Gard → Avignon Experience the immersive Carrières de Lumières, visit Les Baux-de-Provence and walk across the Pont du Gard.
Day 15: Avignon → Gordes → Verdon Gorge Visit the hilltop village of Gordes before a spectacular drive through the Verdon Gorge.
Day 16: Verdon Gorge → Moustiers-Sainte-Marie → Verdon Gorge Visit Pont du Galetas, enjoy time in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, with the option to kayak in the Verdon Gorge.
Day 17: Verdon Gorge → Gourdon → Nice Take in spectacular views at Point Sublime and Gourdon before arriving in Nice.
Day 18: Nice → Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat → Monaco → Nice Visit Villa Ephrussi, explore Monaco and Monte Carlo, then return to Nice for free time.
Day 19: Nice → Saint-Paul-de-Vence → Cannes → Nice Discover Saint-Paul-de-Vence, visit glamorous Cannes and enjoy a farewell dinner.
Day 20: Nice Your French adventure concludes after breakfast.
Itinerary is subject to change.
Dates/Pricing
Departure
Twin Share from
Solo from
13 Jun – 2 Jul 2027
$16,935 pp
$22,485 pp
5 Sep – 24 Sep 2027
$16,935 pp
$22,485 pp
19 Sep – 8 Oct 2027
$16,935 pp
$22,485 pp
*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share and correct as of 24 July 2026 and is reflective of the Earlybird discount offer.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
