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The France travellers know and imagine, plus places they never knew existed.
Over twenty incredible days, this unique Albatross Tours itinerary explores grand royal châteaux, wanders medieval villages lined with half-timbered houses seemingly untouched by time, savours world-class wines in ancient vineyards and stands 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 and 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 guests to simply relax, immerse themselves and enjoy the splendour of France – all done the Albatross way.
Inclusions
Fully escorted by an experienced Albatross Tour Manager
19 nights specially selected hotel accommodation
32 meals including breakfast daily (B), 1 lunch (L) and 12 evening meals (D)
Welcome drink on Day 1
A complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
Travel in a first-class air-conditioned touring coach
Local guides as described in the itinerary
Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available)
Hotel porterage of 1 bag per person (where available)
Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
ALL tips for the Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides
ALL excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described
Hand Selected Albatross Inclusions:
A prestigious Champagne tasting in Épernay
A spectacular falconry display at Kintzheim Castle
The world's largest car collection in Mulhouse
A scenic rail journey through the Jura Mountains
The extraordinary medieval village of Pérouges
Itinerary
Day 1: Paris Arrive in Paris and meet the 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 The French adventure concludes after breakfast.
Itinerary is subject to change.
Dates/Pricing
Start Date
End Date
Twin price from
Solo price from
13 Jun 2027
02 Jul 2027
$17,289 pp
$22,489 pp
05 Sep 2027
24 Sep 2027
$17,289 pp
$22,489 pp
2028 departures – pre-register interest now: 21 May – 9 Jun 2028 and 10 Sep – 29 Sep 2028 (pricing to be released).
*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share. Pricing and information correct as of 23 September 2026.
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.
