France · FULL-DAY
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 full-day tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Visit Omaha, Utah, Pointe du Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Église, and the American Cemetery on a small-group D-Day tour from Bayeux.
“Our guide was incredible!!! Very knowledgeable and thoughtful!!! We especially loved Pont du Hoc and the cemetery.”
Review Parc Astérix near Paris, with 50-plus rides, Toutatis, family attractions, seasonal shows, prices, transport, and practical tips.
“My kids really enjoyed this theme park. I highly recommend it”
See Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny on a guided Loire Valley day trip from Paris, with transport, castle tickets, and free time for lunch.
“The first two Chateaux were splendid! There was plenty of space to walk around and admire the art, architecture, and the gardens. The third one was mediocre compared to the first two. All in all, the guide was helpful and the transportation was safe and sufficient!”
See Eze, Monaco, Antibes, Cannes, and Saint-Paul de Vence in one guided French Riviera day from $112, with hotel pickup and scenic drives.
“Laurent (like Yves Saint Laurent, without the Yves Saint) was our guide, and he was passionate, time conscious and an excellent guide throughout. He was clear about keeping to the schedule, which I highly appreciated. He collected us from our accommodation in Nice and took us to all the towns included in the tour. My personal favourite stops were St Paul de Vence and Eze, and I recommend hiking up to the Eze botanical garden for stunning views. Monaco old town comes in a close third. I highly recommend this tour.”
Follow Easy Company’s path across Normandy, from Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc to Brecourt Manor and Carentan, with an expert local guide.
“This was a great tour. Jack was a very knowledgeable tour guide and answered all our questions with detail. Definitely will do it again.”
Visit Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, German bunkers, the Overlord Museum, and the American Cemetery on a moving day trip from Paris.
“Initially the duration of the trip seemed daunting, but we are so glad we decided to go! The trip was so interesting, informative and poignant. Our guide, Antoine, was so engaging, sharing his knowledge and even sharing a letter from a soldier who survived D-Day. We’ve been to other World War II sites but the experiences at Normandy are unique. We HIGHLY recommend this tour!”
Explore Reims and Épernay from Paris with cellar tours, tastings, a three-course lunch, vineyard views, and hotel pickup.
“Our guide Alex was great. Nice pace to the trip-not too rushed. Had a great lunch which was included in the cost.”
Taste Bordeaux wines across Saint-Émilion and Médoc, visit three châteaux, enjoy a local picnic, and explore a UNESCO village in one day.
“Got to see both Saint Emillion and a couple of wineries in Medoc. Had a lovely lunch outdoors, our guide Valentin was super nice. Highly recommend the tour.”
Tour Versailles from Paris with skip-the-line entry, expert palace guiding, the Hall of Mirrors, Trianons, gardens, and Marie-Antoinette’s hamlet.
“The tour of Versailles itself was informative and efficient, and our guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We also had a few free hours to tour the gardens and Trianons. It was impossible to see all in that time but was a lovely afternoon.”
Explore Nausicaá in Boulogne-sur-Mer, with 70 aquariums, 58,000 animals, sea lion training, sharks, manta rays, and climate exhibits.
“very good all round , facilities good , well managed , not too overcrowded, would definitely visit again with grandchildren”
Build your ideal Paris day with a private guide, flexible timing, major landmarks, local neighborhoods, public transport, and hotel pickup.
“Garrett was the perfect guide for our walking tour. He arrived at our hotel early to pick us up, and even brought us a birthday present. I requested a customized tour, and Garrett delivered. He shared the stories behind all the sites we visited and included the cultural, and the global significance of the location. He did his research, was very patient, and aware of us needing breaks, or more time at specific sites. He had his iPad with him, so he shared images that illustrated details at each location for added context. If you are looking for a good communicator, with a worldly view, and an all around good…”
Visit Normandy’s key American D-Day sites from Bayeux with an expert guide, comfortable minivan transport, and time for reflection at the cemetery.
“Spent a wonderful day with Matt. Clearly he is passionate about his job. He even managed to keep us out of the rain all day!”
See Provence in one packed day, from Gordes and Roussillon to Les Baux and the Pont du Gard, with a small group and local guide.
“Natalie our guide was amazing. She was able to provide us with a good amount of information at each stop to ensure we got the most out of our time. We saw a lot in a very small amount of time and she also went out of her way to find us a lavender field.”
Review of the 14-hour Mont Saint-Michel tour from Paris, with coach travel, abbey entry, guide quality, costs, crowds, and practical tips.
“The guide had very detailed knowledge on Mont Saint Michel and explained us everything very well.”
Explore Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune with two tastings, Beaune free time, scenic vineyards, and a small expert-led group.
“Our guide Max was outstanding and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the two different vineyards we visited and enjoyed Max's detailed description of how important the different types of soil and the location on the slope affects the taste and character of the wine.”
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