Top France Trips & Tours in May 2025

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Normandy & Gems of the Seine with Highlights of Paris

13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Gem

• Marvel at the iconic Eiffel Tower
• Visit the Rouen Cathedral
• Explore Honfleur
• Tour Monet's gardens in Giverny

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Paris / Paris

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Board the luxurious Scenic Gem on this 13-day Seine River cruise. Experience some of the highlights of the Seine from the glittering lights of Paris, to historic Normandy, to charming riverside villages dating back centuries.

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from $11,990

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Idyllic Rhone

Nice - Lyon - 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 / Nice

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Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes

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Enjoy an exceptional Scenic Culinaire experience as you sail from Tarascon to Lyon along the Rhône and Saone rivers aboard the luxurious Scenic Sapphire. Visit the Notre Dame Basilica in Lyon for breathtaking views over one of the most beautiful regions of France, renowned for its art and food.

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from $3,999

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Paris & the Heart of Normandy

Paris-Rouen-Paris - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
• Walk through the city of Rouen
• Explore Giverny and Claude Monet
• Tour Paris with expert guides

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Paris / Paris

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This river journey from Paris through the countryside of Normandy is the best way to uncover the region's numerous charms, historic landmarks, and Normandy beaches. This eight-day tour on the enticing Viking River Cruises visits La Roche Guyon, Giverny, Rouen, Les Andelys, and more.

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from $3,599

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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 $1,379

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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 $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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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 $3,299

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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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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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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 $68,500

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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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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 $8,920

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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Discover Mediterranean islands
• Experience ancient ruins
• Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
• Explore medieval towns
• Discover local cuisine

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Valletta / Nice

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Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

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from $12,560

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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Enjoy Calvi’s old town
• Marvel at Bonifacio’s cliffs
• Wander Lipari’s volcanic landscapes
• Explore Livorno’s Renaissance charm

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Livorno / Catania

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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Set sail on a 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Cloud II. Starting in Livorno this cruise takes you through historic cities, scenic beaches, and cultural landmarks across Tuscany, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily.

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from $8,190

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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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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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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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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 $16,182

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
• Explore standing stones on Menorca
• Taste Sicilian wine
• Swim at Kefalonia
• Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal

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Barcelona / Athens

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Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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On this 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and culinary delights. Visit Menorca's prehistoric stones, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia's waters, and explore Delphi.

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from $5,899

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Biking

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During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.

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from $3,382

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From Basel to Amsterdam: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Symphonie

• Visit the spectacular Rhine Falls
• Enjoy a free morning in Breisach
• Admire the wine-growing region
• Explore the Gutenberg Museum

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Explore the enchanting waterways of the Rhine River aboard the comfortable MS Symphonie. Discover a mix of nature and culture on this 8-day voyage from the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, with stops at the Gutenberg Museum, the Strasbourg wine-growing region, and the Rhine Falls, as well as Cologne, Mainz, and Xanten.

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