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BUDGET NUMBER 15668623 PRICES STARTING FROM: $6,598

This budget is valid until 05/29/2025 and is subject to flights, seat availability and air ticket prices at the time of booking.

France in 8 Days 7 Nights in Destination The City of Light & French Wine Country

Begin your vacation to France with a stop in Paris, an elegant fashion capital filled with history and culture. See highlights of the city before taking a high-speed train south towards Bordeaux. Learn more about the strong tradition of wine production in the region–and taste some for yourself!

THE PRICE INCLUDES

Departures from main US airports.

2nd class high-speed train ticket Paris – Bordeaux.

6 breakfasts.

Air taxes and fuel surcharge.

International flights: US - Paris, Bordeaux - US.*

6 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.**

Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary***.

Sightseeing tour of Paris and walking guided tour of Bordeaux.

*The cancellation coverage applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

07/18: US - Night on board

Ready to discover two of the most spectacular cities of France? Arrive at your departure airport to catch a flight to Paris.* Night on board.

*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

07/19: Paris

Touch down in the City of Light and self-transfer* to your hotel**. Paris is the capital of France and is well-known for its stylish streets, romantic architecture and captivating cultural sights. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the atmospheric avenues and bucket-list sights of Paris at your leisure. Overnight stay in Paris.

*Airport transfer in Paris is not included. You will have the possibility to add a private transfer to your package for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

**You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

07/20: Paris

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Paris' most treasured sights today with a panoramic bus

tour and sightseeing cruise of the Seine! Head to the meeting point to begin an unforgettable city tour on board an open double-decker tour bus with audio guides included to catch a glimpse and learn more about the most emblematic sights of the city. Hop-on and off at will at any of our 10 stops including the Louvre, the enchanting Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysée and the iconic Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral among other top sites.

Following this, you will take part in a sightseeing cruise of the immortal waters of the Seine, the perfect way to experience the most beautiful monuments and historic sites of Paris from a new perspective! Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. Perhaps go shopping for French couture or enjoy an evening of fine dining. We also recommend ending your day with a dinner in Montmartre and a show at the Moulin Rouge* or enjoying a performance at Crazy Horse**. Overnight stay in Paris.

*Dinner in Montmartre and show at the Moulin Rouge: Enjoy a dinner at a traditional restaurant in the beautiful Montmartre neighborhood, followed by a show at the iconic Moulin Rouge featuring a cast of 100 international artists, stunning costumes made of feathers and rhinestones, and dazzling musical numbers.

**Show at Crazy Horse: Visit this legendary nightclub and experience a renewed performance that has been captivating audiences for 65 years: "Totally Crazy," a fun erotic show with impressive light displays and the most captivating dancers.

Important: Only one of the two optional activities can be chosen.

City Tour of Paris by Bus

Seine River Cruise

Dinner in Montmartre & Moulin Rouge show Show at Crazy Horse

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        07/21: Paris

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in the eternal city of Paris. We recommend taking part in one of our optional activities to explore the impressive Palace of Versailles* or the beautiful Mont Saint Michel**. Overnight stay in Paris.

*Visit to the Palace of Versailles: Discover the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles, once the royal residence of Louis XIV. Marvel at the opulent rooms, the famous Hall of Mirrors, and the stunning gardens designed by Le Nôtre.

**Full-day excursion to Mont Saint-Michel: Tour the medieval abbey, wander through picturesque streets, and take in breathtaking views of the bay. Uncover the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site on a memorable journey.

Important: Only one of the two optional activities can be chosen.

Visit to the Palace of Versailles

Full-day excursion to Mont Saint-Michel

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07/22: Paris - Bordeaux

Breakfast at the hotel. Self-transfer to the train station, where you will board a high-speed train bound for Bordeaux!* Situated on the Garonne river in the historic region of Aquitaine, Bordeaux is perhaps best known as the capital of wine production in France and indeed the world. The city predates even the Romans, and today is home to a rich tapestry of art and architecture.

On arrival, make the short walk to your hotel for check-in**. Spend the rest of the day exploring the old town as you please! Overnight stay in Bordeaux.

*Train tickets included in the program are in 2nd Class. You will have the possibility to add the 1rst class tran ticket supplement for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

** You can book the optional transfer from Bordaux train station in the next step of the booking process.

07/23: Bordeaux

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a guided walking tour of Bordeaux! Begin by meeting your guide at the pre-arranged starting point. Continue through the Port de la Lune, a UNESCO World Heritage Site named for its crescent shape. The opulent classical and neo-classical architecture is emblematic of 18th-century France, though the importance of this urban area is much older!

Once the tour is through, enjoy the rest of the day to wander through Bordeaux as you please. Overnight stay in Bordeaux.

   Guided walking tour of Bordeaux

Included

 07/24: Bordeaux

Breakfast at the hotel. After you've eaten, head into the countryside of the Gironde winegrowing region, where you will visit a family-run winery and learn about the passion, technology, and hard work that goes into producing high-quality French wines. Taste them yourself and find out more about your palette and preferences. Return to Bordeaux, where you have the evening free to explore and have dinner independently. Overnight stay in Bordeaux.

  Light

Moderate

Challenging

You will be required to walk short distances and climb some steps. Time will be spent both

Half-day tour of Bordeaux wine country

Included

 07/25: Bordeaux - US

Breakfast* at the hotel. Self-transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US.** Arrive in the US and end of your trip.

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

**You can book the optional transfer in the next step of the booking process.

Even though you will be seated most of the time, you may be required to walk short distances or climb some steps.

standing and sitting down.

Active You will be required to walk for a few hours on comfortable terrain.

A good level of fitness is required. You will be required to walk on difficult terrain and/or for long periods of time.

 ACCOMMODATION | CATEGORY: CHARM

  From 19 to 22 July

Ibis Paris Brancion or similar

LOCATION CATEGORY NIGHTS

105 rue Brancion, 75015 Paris France

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*You will be accommodated in any of the following hotels of our Charm Category from 19 to 22 July: Ibis Paris Brancion, Hôtel des Ecrivains, Hotel OHM by Happyculture, Ibis Styles Paris Massena Olympiades, Jack's Hotel.

*You will be accommodated in any of the following hotels of our Charm Category from 22 to 25 July: Ibis Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean, Hotel BDX Gare Saint Jean.

  From 22 to 25 July

Ibis Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean or similar

LOCATION CATEGORY NIGHTS

19 quai de Paludate, 33800, Bordeaux France

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