France Tours in August 2025

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Lyon & Provence

Avignon - Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore Avignon
• Experience Arles' vibrant city
• Visit Viviers’ Old Town
• Discover Beaujolais

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Avignon / Lyon

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Join this 8-day expedition and tour lands of fine wine & cuisine from Avignon to Lyon aboard Viking River Cruises. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.

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from $1,400

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The tip of Provence to Lyon on the Rhone and Saone River

7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Rhone Princess

• Discover the Vercors Massif
• The Camargue and its customs
• Visit Avignon's Papal Palace
• Explore Beaujolais

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Martigues / Macon

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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits

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On MS Rhone Princess, embark on an exceptional seven-day cruise from the Rhône to the Saône River. Marseille's Mediterranean port, a safari through the wild Camargue, and a visit to the Beaujolais wineries are among the highlights.

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from $9,090

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam-Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal

• Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Stroll through Cologne
• Discover the history of Heidelberg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury aboard Scenic Crystal. Visit delightful towns and cities along the Rhine river valley, such as Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Strasbourg and Baden-Baden as you cruise from Amsterdam to Basel.

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from $7,644

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Taste of Bordeaux

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadolce

• Visit the Atrium
• Tour Arcachon
• Explore the Castle of Roquetaillade
• Enjoy wine tasting

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Board the Amadolce and enjoy 2 nights in Bilbao and 2 nights in San Sebastian leading up to a 7-night round-trip river cruise from Bordeaux, followed by 2 nights in the Loire Valley and 1 night in Paris. Visit world-famous wine estates tasting Grand Cru wines including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Pichon Longueville and Château Gruaud Larose.

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from $2,799

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore the village of Kinderdijk
• View the sites of Rüdesheim
• Discover the Speyer Cathedral
• Visit resplendent churches

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Urban Exploration

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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

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from $7,990

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Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lyon - Marseille - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lyon
• Discover Chalon-sur-Saône
• Experience Tournon
• Uncover the rich history of Arles

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Lyon / Marseille

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Sail from Marseille to Lyon for another fun and exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers. Emerald Liberté offers comfortable accommodations before exploring different cities.

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from $11,590

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Idyllic Rhône

Lyon-Tarascon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Visit the beautiful city of Lyon
• Explore the region of Beaujolais
• Uncover the history of Vienne
• Explore the ancient town of Viviers

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Lyon / Avignon

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Cooking Classes

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From Lyon to Avignon, cruise along the Rhône and Sâone rivers aboard the luxurious Scenic Sapphire and enjoy an exclusive Scenic culinaire experience. Explore Provence, one of the most beautiful regions of France, known for its art and cuisine.

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from $60,000

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Private Charter - Canal Du Midi Voyage - Salleles d'Aude to Trebes Aboard Enchante

7 Day Itinerary aboard Enchanté

• Visit beautiful Lagrasse
• Visit an olive oil press
• Tour wineries and taste fine wine
• Tour Narbonne's palace and market

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Biking

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Enjoy an exciting 7-day southern France private cruise along the 330 years Canal Du Midi. Visit the 8th-century Benedictine Abbey in Lagrasse, the medieval city of Carcassonne, and wine tasting and tours in Minervois. The Enchanté makes afternoon stops for walking and bicycling and evenings spent relaxing on the deck with dinner under the stars.

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from $9,990

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Bordeaux Affair

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Diamond

• Cruise on the Dordogne River
• Marvel at the Citadel of Blaye
• Experience Médoc wine region
• Enjoy a wine tasting in Cadillac

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Bordeaux / Cadillac

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Enjoy this 8-day luxury round-trip cruise from Bordeaux aboard Scenic Diamond. Visit Saint-Emilion, Medoc and Cadillac to explore the enchanting castles and idyllic vistas of southwestern France. Sample the renowned wines and cuisine of the region and wander through the stunning château-dotted countryside.

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from $2,277

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4 Rivers: The Moselle, Sarre, Romantic Rhine, and Neckar Valleys

7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Discover Roman heritage in Trier
• Enjoy wine tasting in Remich
• See the charming villages
• Explore the old city of Luxembourg

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Take this 7-day cruise aboard MS Leonard De Vinci exploring stunning cities that lies on the rivers of Moselle, Sarre, Rhine and Neckar Valleys. Get to see the famous fortress ruins and architectures that will surely give you the perfect sailing experience!

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from $7,440

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London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore London’s vibrant city
• Discover Caen’s historic landmarks
• Visit Saint-Malo's fortified town
• Admire Bilbao’s modern architecture

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London / Lisbon

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring the coasts of France, Spain, and Portugal. Highlights include Normandy’s D-Day sites, Mont-Saint-Michel, Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, and Porto’s UNESCO-listed center, with the journey concluding in Lisbon.

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from $7,390

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam-Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Discover the charming Koblenz
• Visit a Black Forest village
• Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
• Tour Heidelberg Castle

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Discover the Rhine region's architecture, history, and natural beauty on this delightful cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland. Explore the Black Forest region, wander through Strasbourg, visit Cologne, and much more on this 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Sky.

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from $4,239

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.

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from $4,239

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Explore Heidelberg's castle views
• Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
• Stroll Strasbourg's streets
• Discover Breisach's scenic past

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Hiking

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.

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from $11,590

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Enchanting Italian Coastlines

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara

• Discover Capri
• Experience Sorrento
• Marvel at Gaeta
• Explore Amalfi Coast

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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia

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Experience the thrill of spectacular adventures along the enchanting coastlines and captivating islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France, and Spain on an unforgettable 8-day cruise aboard the luxurious Emerald Sakara.

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from $4,339

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
• Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
• Hike through Rüdesheim
• Admire Amsterdam's canals

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From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this classic 8-day cruise of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers aboard the MS Amastella will take you through scenic wine country, where you can visit, hike, and tour the historic towns, museums, and canals of Breisach, Strasbourg, Manheim & Heidelberg, the castles of Rüdesheim, and Koblenz & Cologne.

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from $7,390

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Visit a Black Forest village
• Visit Heidelberg Castle
• Take a walk to Heidelberg
• Ride a cable car in Koblenz

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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From Zurich to Amsterdam, the Emerald Sun invites you on this mesmerizing 8-day Rhine River cruise, visiting Basel, Breisach, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mannheim, and Strasbourg. Each day, you can choose how you'd like to explore each of these historic cities, with chances for hiking, biking, and walking tours.

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from $8,269

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Enjoy Cologne's local delights
• Explore charming Koblenz
• Discover scenic Cochem
• Admire the famous Fraumünster Abbey

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Join the MS Amaprima on this unique adventure starting with an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich, followed by three magical nights in Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, and hikes.

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