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Europe · Western France
La Belle France
From the gilded salons of Paris to the wild shores of Brittany, from sun-drenched Provence to the snow-capped Alps — France is not a single country but an entire world condensed into one luminous hexagon.
Paris is a decadent visual feast, a city where style is as sacred as Notre-Dame's bells. Parisians have finessed the art of genteel lounging, their glasses filled with the best of Burgundy or Champagne — regions whose vine-covered hills roll away to the south and east.
Deep in the Pyrenees, medieval fortresses stand over mountain streams, while from Normandy's misty shores, Mont Saint-Michel rises like an Arthurian dream. There is Provence, a study in lavender and terracotta, spreading across the Rhône like a watercolour, all the way to the Camargue, where wild horses thunder through Europe's largest delta.
The Dordogne's ancient villages creak with half-timbered houses. Bordeaux is as elegant as its claret. Lyon's stoves simmer with pots of boeuf bourguignon. France will seduce, enchant and leave you desperate for more.
Best time to visit
April – June & September – October
Shoulder seasons offer the finest balance of weather, light and fewer crowds.
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Sophie Renard
Based in Paris. Fifteen years curating France journeys, from Michelin kitchens to medieval pilgrimage routes.
Currency & language
Euro · French
English widely spoken in major cities and luxury properties.
Flight from Paris
Direct — Charles de Gaulle
Hub for all French regions. TGV connects Paris to Bordeaux in 2h, Lyon in 2h, Nice in 5h30.
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City & culture
Paris
The city of light, where every arrondissement tells a different story. Haussmann boulevards, hidden courtyards, and the world's greatest concentration of art and gastronomy.
Wine & countryside
Provence
Lavender fields, golden light and the scent of thyme on the hillside. Markets, rosé, and the unhurried rhythm of the Midi.
Gastronomy
Burgundy & Champagne
The spiritual home of French wine. Vine-covered slopes, Romanesque abbeys, and cellars that hold liquid history.
Adventure
The French Alps
Europe's highest peaks, legendary ski resorts, and summer hiking trails through meadows of wildflowers.
History
Normandy & Brittany
Where Mont Saint-Michel rises from the tidal flats, and D-Day beaches speak of sacrifice. Wild cliffs meet Celtic heritage.
What you will do
Signature experiences
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Private wine harvests
Pick grapes alongside vignerons in Burgundy, then descend to the cellar for a barrel tasting with the winemaker.
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Michelin kitchens
Cook alongside three-star chefs, source ingredients at dawn markets, and dine at tables where reservations span a year.
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Château stays
Sleep within 16th-century walls in the Loire Valley, your hosts direct descendants of the original noble family.
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Private barge journeys
Drift through Burgundy's Canal du Nivernais aboard a bespoke hotel barge, stopping at villages inaccessible by road.
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Private museum access
The Louvre before opening, guided by a curator. Versailles at dusk, the Hall of Mirrors lit by candlelight for two.
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Truffle hunting in Périgord
Follow a trained dog through the oak forests of Dordogne, then return to cook with your finds in a farmhouse kitchen.
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Côte d'Azur by yacht
Sail the waters between Nice and Monaco on a private vessel, anchoring in coves that only the sea can reach.
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Lavender season in bloom
June and July in the Valensole plateau — fields of deep purple stretching to the horizon, the air thick with fragrance.
Sample journey
14 days across France revealed
A curated itinerary by Sophie Renard. Every detail arranged — entirely bespoke upon request.
1–2
Arrival in Paris
Private transfer from Charles de Gaulle to your suite at Le Meurice. An evening stroll through Saint-Germain-des-Prés, guided by a local art historian. Dinner at a table reserved months in advance.
CityCultureGastronomy
3–4
Versailles & Champagne
A private dawn visit to Versailles before the crowds. Then east to Épernay — the Avenue de Champagne and a cellar tour of Moët & Chandon with the chef de cave. Overnight at Les Crayères.
HeritageWine
5–7
Burgundy by barge
Board your private hotel barge in Auxerre. Three days drifting through the Canal du Nivernais — village markets each morning, wine tastings each evening, the pace of life measured by canal locks rather than clocks.
Slow travelWine country
8–10
Provence & the Luberon
The TGV south to Avignon, then a private driver through the golden villages of the Luberon. Gordes, Roussillon, Ménerbes. Truffle lunch with a local producteur. Three nights at Crillon le Brave.
CountrysideGastronomy
11–13
Côte d'Azur
Nice by private jet from Marseille. Three days aboard a crewed yacht between Antibes, Saint-Tropez and Monaco — anchoring in turquoise coves, dining aboard as the sun sets into the Mediterranean.
YachtRiviera
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Departure from Nice
A final morning coffee at a table overlooking the Baie des Anges. Private transfer to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. France will already feel like home.
Departure
Duration14 days
StyleFully bespoke
PaceUnhurried
Best seasonMay – October
From$12,000 p/p
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Our curated properties
Paris
Le Meurice
Overlooking the Tuileries, this palace hotel has hosted Dalí, royalty and heads of state. The gilded dining room remains Paris at its most theatrical.
Provence
Crillon le Brave
A cluster of 16th-century stone houses perched above the Ventoux vineyards. Provençal calm, exceptional table, a pool carved into the rock.
Champagne
Les Crayères
A Belle Époque château set in parkland outside Reims. Two Michelin stars, a legendary cellar, and views over the vines that produce the world's finest bubbles.
When to go to France
Spring
March — May
Cherry blossoms in Paris, the Loire in flower. Cool, fresh days perfect for cycling through châteaux country. Easter markets in Alsace.
Summer
June — August
Lavender season in Provence. The Riviera at its most dazzling. Long evenings on terrace restaurants. Book early — France fills up.
Autumn
September — November
The grape harvest, truffle season beginning, chestnut markets in the Dordogne. Our favourite time — golden, unhurried and utterly French.
Winter
December — February
Christmas markets in Strasbourg and Colmar. The Alps at their most spectacular. Paris at its most intimate, the city belonging to its residents once more.
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8 days · Paris & Bordeaux
Paris & Bordeaux Escape
Wine capital, riverside charm, Seine cruise & Saint-Émilion vineyards.
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8 days · Paris · Strasbourg · Colmar
Paris, Strasbourg & Colmar
Gothic cathedrals, the Alsace Wine Route & fairy-tale villages.
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8 days · Paris · Rouen · Bayeux
Paris & Normandy
D-Day beaches, Mont Saint-Michel & medieval Rouen.
Europe's oldest Christmas market & Colmar under fairy lights.
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France · 8 Days · Self-guided
Paris & Bordeaux Escape
The Art of France — Wine, Culture & Riverside Elegance
Bordeaux bolsters its reputation as one of France's finest cities with its undeniable riverside charm and classical architecture — a well-deserved UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return from days spent in the surrounding vineyards to discover industrial spaces revitalised by cutting-edge artists and entrepreneurs.
What's included
7 nights accommodation
7 breakfasts
Private airport transfer (Paris)
Paris city tour & Seine cruise
Train Paris ↔ Bordeaux (2nd class)
Private Bordeaux walking tour
Wine tasting workshop
Saint-Émilion winery excursion
Not included
Meals, unless specified
Porterage & personal expenses
Optional activities & premium museum entries
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Skip-the-line tickets & local taxes
Day by day
Your 8-day itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Paris
Upon arrival at the airport, meet your driver for your private transfer to the hotel. Check in and the rest of the day at leisure — the city awaits at your own pace.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée (or similar)
ArrivalPrivate transfer
Day 2
Paris — City Tour & Seine Cruise
A shared city tour by panoramic coach (1h30) takes you past the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier and Notre-Dame. Then board a fully-glazed river cruiser at the Eiffel Tower for a one-hour cruise along the Seine — audio commentary, music, and the heart of the City of Light from the water.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
City tourSeine cruise~2.5 hrs
Day 3
Paris › Bordeaux by TGV
After breakfast, make your way to the station and board the high-speed train to Bordeaux — arriving in just over 2 hours. Upon arrival, make your own way to your hotel in the heart of the city.
✦ Hôtel de Normandie (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
TGV included~2h journey
Day 4
Bordeaux — Private Walking Tour
Uncover "La Perle d'Aquitaine" on an exclusive private walking tour. Explore the UNESCO-listed old town, Place de la Bourse, Miroir d'Eau, and St. André Cathedral. Your guide reveals hidden gems — cobblestone streets, local boutiques, and the best spots for canelés and Bordeaux wine.
✦ Hôtel de Normandie (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Private guideUNESCO old town~2.5 hrs
Day 5
Wine Tasting Workshop
A 4-hour immersive workshop in the heart of Bordeaux, steps from the Grand Théâtre. Your expert sommelier covers terroir, grape varieties, appellations and blending — suitable for beginners. Includes one white and two red Bordeaux wines (including a Grand Cru), paired with fine cheeses and charcuterie from local producers.
✦ Hôtel de Normandie (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
Expert sommelier3 wines included~4 hrs
Day 6
Saint-Émilion Half-Day Excursion
By minibus to Saint-Émilion — a UNESCO medieval village on the right bank of the Garonne. Your guide reveals the history of Bordeaux winemaking before a château visit with three wine tastings, charcuterie and cheese. Small group (max 8 people). Return to Bordeaux by afternoon.
✦ Hôtel de Normandie (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
Saint-ÉmilionChâteau visitMax 8 pax
Day 7
Bordeaux › Paris by TGV
After breakfast, board the return high-speed train to Paris. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel for a final Parisian evening at leisure.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
TGV included
Day 8
Paris — Return Flight
After a final breakfast, your private transfer takes you to the airport for your return journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
Private transferDeparture
Rates & availability
Rates per person in Euro
Period
Single room
Double room
01 Apr 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
€2,584
€1,856
01 Nov 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
€2,085
€1,549
Blackout dates — not available
09 – 11 June 2026 · 09 – 15 July 2026
10 – 20 September 2026 · 23 – 26 November 2026
Activities in the programme may be swapped for operational reasons.
From
€1,549/ person
Double occupancy · Low season
8 days · 7 nights · Paris & Bordeaux
Estimated total
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Begin in Paris, then travel by high-speed train into Alsace — a region unlike any other in France. Strasbourg's medieval quarter and Gothic cathedral give way to the Alsace Wine Route weaving through Grand Cru vineyards. Continue to Colmar, whose kaleidoscopic half-timbered houses and romantic canals earn it the title of France's most beautiful small city.
What's included
7 nights in 4★ accommodation
7 breakfasts
Private airport transfers (Paris)
Paris city tour & Seine cruise
Train Paris → Strasbourg (2nd class)
Private Strasbourg walking tour
Alsace Wine Route excursion (full day)
Train Strasbourg → Colmar (2nd class)
Private Colmar walking tour
Eguisheim, Riquewihr & Haut-Koenigsbourg
Train Colmar → Paris (2nd class)
All transfers as specified
Not included
Meals, unless specified
Porterage & personal expenses
Optional activities & premium museum entries
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Skip-the-line tickets & local taxes
Day by day
Your 8-day itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Paris
Upon arrival at the airport, meet your driver for your private transfer to the hotel. Check in and the rest of the day at leisure — Paris is yours to discover.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
ArrivalPrivate transfer
Day 2
Paris — City Tour & Seine Cruise
A panoramic coach takes you past the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier and Notre-Dame (1h30), followed by an hour-long Seine river cruise from the Eiffel Tower — fully-glazed boat, live commentary, the City of Light from the water.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
City tourSeine cruise~2.5 hrs
Day 3
Paris › Strasbourg + Private Walking Tour
Board the TGV to Strasbourg, then explore the city on a private 2-hour walking tour: Place de la République, Place Kléber, the cobblestone alleys of La Petite France (UNESCO), and the breathtaking façade of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg — one of the finest Gothic masterpieces in Europe.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Centre, Strasbourg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
TGV includedPrivate guideUNESCO district
Day 4
Alsace Wine Route — Full Day Excursion
By air-conditioned minivan along the legendary Alsace Wine Route through the Vosges foothills. Morning tastings at Grand Cru Zotzenberg and Kastelberg; a traditional caveau in Dambach-la-Ville for Rieslings and Gewurztraminers. Lunch at leisure in a local restaurant. Afternoon in the Ribeauvillé/Riquewihr area — Grand Cru estates including Kirchberg, Osterberg and Schoenenbourg. Final tasting explores late-harvest and Grand Cru wines.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Centre, Strasbourg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, multiple tastings
Wine RouteGrand Cru~8 hrs
Day 5
Strasbourg › Colmar + Private Walking Tour
Short train ride to Colmar, then a private 2-hour walking tour of its fairy-tale centre: La Petite Venise, Maison Pfister (a Renaissance jewel), St. Martin's Church, and the charming VINUM wine museum. Colmar's colourful half-timbered houses and canal-side reflections make this one of France's most photographed towns.
✦ Best Western Grand Hôtel Bristol, Colmar (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
Train includedLa Petite VenisePrivate guide
Day 6
Eguisheim, Riquewihr & Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle
A full day through the most beautiful corners of Alsace. Eguisheim — one of France's officially "most beautiful villages," with concentric medieval streets and flower-filled balconies. Riquewihr — a perfectly preserved 16th-century wine town within ancient ramparts. A scenic drive along the Wine Route, then the crowning glory: Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, a 12th-century fortress perched above the Alsace plains with sweeping views over vineyards and the Rhine.
✦ Best Western Grand Hôtel Bristol, Colmar (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
EguisheimRiquewihrHaut-Koenigsbourg
Day 7
Colmar › Paris
After breakfast, board the train back to Paris. A final evening in the capital — dinner at leisure, a last walk along the Seine.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Train included
Day 8
Paris — Return Flight
After a final breakfast, your private transfer takes you to the airport for your return journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Private transferDeparture
Rates & availability
Rates per person in Euro
Period
Single room
Double room
01 Apr 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
€2,819
€2,195
01 Nov 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
€2,498
€1,999
Blackout dates — not available
31 July – 09 August 2026 · 13 – 18 September 2026
12 – 24 December 2026
Activities in the programme may be swapped for operational reasons.
From
€1,999/ person
Double occupancy · Low season
8 days · 7 nights · Paris · Strasbourg · Colmar
Estimated total
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Private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Check in and the rest of the day at leisure.
✦ Hôtel Peyris, Paris (or similar)
ArrivalPrivatetransfer
Day 2
Paris — City Tour & Seine Cruise
Panoramic coach past the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier and Notre-Dame (1h30), then an hour-long Seine cruise from the Eiffel Tower.
✦ Hôtel Peyris, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
City tour Seine cruise ~2.5 hrs
Day 3
Paris › Rouen + Walking Tour
Board the train to Rouen, then join a small-group guided tour: the Gros-Horloge Renaissance clock, Rouen Cathedral (painted by Monet), Saint-Maclou Church, and the medieval ossuary of Aître Saint-Maclou. Joan of Arc's legacy runs through every cobblestone.
✦ Hôtel Paulette, Rouen (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
TrainincludedPrivateguideUNESCOcity
Day 4
Rouen › Bayeux
After breakfast, board the train to Bayeux — gateway to the D-Day beaches and the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
✦ Hôtel Le Bayeux (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Trainincluded
Day 5
D-Day Landing Beaches Excursion
A full-day immersive excursion (~9 hours) covering the D-Day beaches, bunkers, command posts, and memorials. Designed for those passionate about history and the immense Canadian involvement in the liberation of Europe. Each site tells a unique story of sacrifice and bravery.
✦ Hôtel Le Bayeux (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
D-Daybeaches~9hrsCanadianhistory
Day 6
Mont Saint-Michel Excursion
Departure at 8:00am by coach to the legendary Mont Saint-Michel (~8 hours) — UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, built on a tidal island with 13 centuries of history. Shuttle to the foot of the rock, guided visit of the medieval village and the Abbey, free time for lunch before return to Bayeux.
✦ Hôtel Le Bayeux (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
MontSaint-MichelUNESCO~8hrs
Day 7
Bayeux › Paris
Board the return train to Paris for a final evening at leisure.
✦ Hôtel Peyris, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Trainincluded
Day 8
Paris — Return Flight
After a final breakfast, private transfer to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
PrivatetransferDeparture
Rates & availability
Rates per person in Euro
Period
Single room
Double room
01 Apr 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
€2,247
€1,766
01 Nov 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
€1,936
€1,519
Blackout dates — not available
09 – 11 June 2026 · 09 – 15 July 2026 10 – 20 September 2026 · 23 – 26 November 2026
Activities in the programme may be swapped for operational reasons.
From
€1,519/ person
Double occupancy · Low season
8 days · 7 nights · Paris · Rouen · Bayeux
Estimated total
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Private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Check in and the rest of the day at leisure — Lyon awaits at your own pace.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
ArrivalPrivatetransfer
Day 2
Lyon — Private Guided Walking Tour (4 hrs)
Fourvière Hill and the Basilica of Notre-Dame with panoramic views over Lyon and the Alps. Roman ruins including the ancient theatre and odeon. Down into Vieux-Lyon — traboules (hidden passageways), Renaissance courtyards, St John the Baptist Cathedral. Across the peninsula to Les Halles Paul Bocuse, Lyon's legendary indoor food market, for a pastry and coffee tasting.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
PrivateguideUNESCOOldLyonTraboules~4hrs
Day 3
Beaujolais Private Excursion (4 hrs)
By car into the Beaujolais hills — often compared to Tuscany — with a driver-guide who is a passionate wine lover. Golden-stone hilltop villages, a meeting with a local vigneron, and a wine tasting experience at a family domaine. An introduction to Beaujolais Nouveau and the region's remarkable terroir.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
PrivateguideBeaujolaiswinetasting~4hrs
Day 4
Lyon at Leisure
Your Lyon City Card opens the city's museums, public transport and heritage sites. Explore the Croix-Rousse silk workers' district, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, or simply drift along the Rhône and Saône riverbanks.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
CityCardincludedFreeday
Day 5
Lyon at Leisure
Another free day to explore Lyon at your own rhythm — a bouchon lunch, a silk workshop visit, or an afternoon at the Roman amphitheatre.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Freeday
Day 6
Lyon at Leisure
A third free day — perhaps a day trip to the Pilat Natural Park, or a stroll through the Confluence contemporary district.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Freeday
Day 7
Lyon at Leisure
Final free day in Lyon. Last market visit, final bouchon dinner, a sunset from Fourvière Hill.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Freeday
Day 8
Lyon — Return Flight
After a final breakfast, private transfer to the airport for your return journey.
Meals: Breakfast
PrivatetransferDeparture
Rates & availability
Rates per person in Euro
Period
Single room
Double room
01 Apr – 30 Jun 2026 & 01 Sep – 31 Oct 2026
€2,475
€1,892
01 Jul – 31 Aug 2026
€2,154
€1,639
01 Nov 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
€2,154
€1,639
Blackout dates — not available
05 – 08 December 2026
Activities in the programme may be swapped for operational reasons.
From
€1,639/ person
Double occupancy · Summer season
8 days · 7 nights · Lyon
Estimated total
Subject to availability confirmation
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⏱ Reservations close 30 days before departure
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France · 8 Days · Paris · Strasbourg · Colmar · Christmas Edition
Alsace Christmas Markets
Europe's Most Magical Christmas — Strasbourg, Colmar & Paris
Private transfer from the airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours — stroll through the traditional Parisian Christmas markets, from Notre-Dame to Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Tuileries, and the Christmas village of La Défense.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
ArrivalChristmasmarketsatleisure
Day 2
Paris Christmas Illuminations & Seine Cruise
A 1h30 Christmas illumination bus tour past the Opéra, Place Vendôme, Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Louvre and the grand department stores — the city at its most magical. Then a 1-hour Seine river cruise with commentary, the monuments of Paris reflected in the winter water.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
ChristmasilluminationsSeinecruise~2.5hrs
Day 3
Paris › Strasbourg — Christmas Market Tour
TGV to Strasbourg, then a 2-hour guided tour of Europe's oldest Christmas market — the Christkindelsmärik, created in 1570. Place Kléber's legendary Christmas tree, culinary specialties (hot wine, kugelhopf, pretzels), handmade crafts and Alsatian souvenirs. Two million visitors each year for a reason.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Centre, Strasbourg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
TGVincludedChristmasmarket1570~2hrs
Day 4
Strasbourg — Free Day at the Market
A full free day to explore Strasbourg's Christmas markets at your own pace — 12 different markets spread across the city, each with its own character and specialties.
✦ Hôtel Mercure Centre, Strasbourg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Freeday12markets
Day 5
Strasbourg › Colmar — Christmas Market Tour
Train to Colmar, then a 2-hour guided tour of Colmar's twinkling Christmas markets. Charming lanes under fairy lights, the aroma of pain d'épices and vin chaud, passionate local craftsmen, age-old traditions. Colmar's half-timbered houses and canals make this one of the most photogenic Christmas destinations in Europe.
✦ Best Western Grand Hôtel Bristol, Colmar (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
TrainincludedChristmasmarketguided~2hrs
Day 6
Colmar — Free Day at the Market
A full free day to explore Colmar's Christmas markets and La Petite Venise at leisure.
✦ Best Western Grand Hôtel Bristol, Colmar (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
FreedayLaPetiteVenise
Day 7
Colmar › Paris
After breakfast, board the train back to Paris for a final evening in the capital.
✦ Hôtel Maison Athénée, Paris (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Trainincluded
Day 8
Paris — Return Flight
After a final breakfast, private transfer to the airport for your return journey.
Meals: Breakfast
PrivatetransferDeparture
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23 Nov 2026 – 23 Dec 2026
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8 days · 7 nights · Paris · Strasbourg · Colmar
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