Tours in France
Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.

Private Tour of Bayeux and Omaha Beach from Le Havre or Honfleur
An eight-hour private tour departing from Le Havre or Honfleur that explores two cornerstones of Normandy's history. You'll spend time with a knowledgeable local guide examining the Bayeux Tapestry, an 11th-century embroidered chronicle of the Norman Conquest, then travel to Omaha Beach to stand on the sand where thousands fell during the D-Day landings. Air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and tapestry entry included.

Private Scavenger Hunt in Montmartre
Solve a fictional crime whilst exploring Montmartre's winding streets in this team-based scavenger hunt across 2.5 hours. You'll gather clues scattered throughout the neighbourhood, piece together evidence, and race against the clock to identify culprits. Designed for groups—whether stag dos, corporate teams, or friends competing together—this activity blends neighbourhood exploration with puzzle-solving, rewarding strategy and teamwork over speed alone.

Beaujolais Crus Wines & Castles (9:00 am - 1:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon
A morning tour through the Beaujolais crus vineyards north of Lyon, visiting a family winery and château cellar to taste 9–10 expressions of Gamay. You'll drive past hilltop castles and through villages that define this wine region, guided by someone who knows both the bottles and the landscape. Four and a half hours, small group, minibus from Lyon.

Visit of the fortified heritage of Vauban in VTTAE
Pedal through three centuries of military architecture on this guided cycle route above Briançon. You'll traverse Vauban's fortified network—stone ramparts and bastions engineered by Louis XIV's master strategist—whilst soaking in views across the Alpine valleys. The three-hour ride balances steady riding with cultural stops, ideal for those wanting heritage without the museum walls.

Private Nighttime Vintage Sidecar Tour with Champagne in Paris
Explore Paris after dark aboard a vintage sidecar, weaving through illuminated streets past major landmarks whilst your guide recounts the city's stories. This two-hour private adventure includes a champagne tasting beside the Eiffel Tower, hotel pickup and drop-off, and the thrill of open-air riding through one of Europe's most atmospheric cities.

Villefranche Shore Excursion: 6 hrs Private Tour Eze and Monaco
A six-hour private tour from Villefranche port that threads together three jewels of the Côte d'Azur: Nice's bustling old quarter and markets, the hilltop medieval settlement of Eze with its narrow alleyways and panoramic vistas, and the spectacle of Monaco and Monte Carlo. Your guide navigates you through Prince's Palace grounds, the Cathedral, and the famous Casino square, while the Formula 1 circuit delivers the glamour without the speed. Air-conditioned transport and flexible routing mean you set the pace.

Half Day Giverny Monet's Gardens Tour
This half-day coach tour whisks you 90 minutes west from Paris into the Normandy countryside to Giverny, the village where Claude Monet spent four decades painting water lilies and Japanese bridges. You'll walk through the flower gardens where he sketched tulips and irises, cross the famous arched bridge, and peek inside his house and former studio. The journey captures the landscapes that fuelled his obsession with light and reflection.

Paris Luxury Shopping Spree Discover the Best of High End Fashion
A four-hour guided shopping expedition through Paris's luxury fashion district, tailored to your taste and budget. A fashion consultant joins you to navigate boutiques—both flagship houses and lesser-known labels—handle translations, expedite checkout procedures, and advise on pieces that suit your style. You'll work through a pre-planned itinerary designed around your preferences, collected via a brief questionnaire beforehand.

Transfer from Antibes to Nice Airport
Direct private transfer from Antibes to Nice Airport covering the 25–35 minute journey. Your driver speaks English and holds full VTC credentials with clean background clearance. The service includes an hour's complimentary wait at the airport, fixed pricing, comprehensive insurance, and a climate-controlled vehicle stocked with water and WiFi. Infant seats available on request.

Lou Camin Gourmand
Spend a full day exploring three hand-picked wineries across Provence's rolling countryside. Your guide walks you through cellars, explains the winemaking process, and leads structured tastings that showcase how soil and climate shape each vineyard's character. Between estates, settle into a village bistro for lunch featuring local seasonal cooking. Perfect for anyone serious about understanding how Provençal wine actually tastes and why.

Private Cruise Excursion "Highlights of the French Riviera"
A seven to eight-hour private cruise along the French Riviera with a government-licensed guide who walks alongside you, pointing out landmarks and sharing local knowledge. You'll travel by private transport between coastal stops, taking in the region's architecture, history, and seaside character at a relaxed pace. Lunch isn't included, giving you flexibility to eat where locals do. The tour suits all fitness levels and works well for families with young children.

Wine Getaway with Tasting in the Chablis Vineyard
Explore the nuanced world of Chablis through a two-hour tasting that reveals how a single grape variety expresses itself across different vineyard plots. Visit multiple sites within the region to sample five distinct wines, each shaped by its own soil and microclimate. Paired with warm gougères, this tasting unpicks what sets Chablis apart from other Chardonnay-producing areas.

Private Guided Tour of Chartres Cathedral
A two-hour private guided exploration of Chartres Cathedral's architectural evolution, from Romanesque sculpture through 18th-century additions. Your guide decodes the building's structural logic and its vast stained glass collection—the finest surviving medieval glazing in Europe—whilst unpacking the symbolic labyrinth inlaid across the nave floor. You'll grasp how medieval craftsmen and patrons thought visually and spiritually. The tour flexes around your interests and pace.

Escape Game outdoor The Walking Dead in Lyon
Navigate Lyon's city centre through a zombie-themed outdoor puzzle hunt using your own smartphone. This self-guided escape game lets you play whenever suits your group—no advance booking needed. You'll download a free app, receive a unique code, and work through a two-hour scenario designed around an eerie urban setting. The game saves photos and videos directly to your phone as you solve clues and progress through the narrative.

Semi-Private Père Lachaise Cemetery Tour
Navigate Père Lachaise's sprawling grounds with a knowledgeable guide who knows where to find the cemetery's most notable graves, from Piaf to Wilde to Morrison. This two-hour semi-private tour cuts through the intentional confusion of the layout, revealing both legendary names and lesser-known residents tucked among tree-lined paths. You'll walk through one of Paris's most atmospheric spaces, where the dead enjoy panoramic city views most living Parisians never get.

Private Tour from Saint-Tropez to the flowers city
A six-hour private excursion from Saint-Tropez to Bormes-les-Mimosas, a hillside village celebrated for its winter mimosa displays and layered medieval architecture. Your guide navigates you through steep cobbled lanes flanked by mustard-coloured shutters and bougainvillea-draped walls, revealing artisan shops and family-run restaurants tucked into centuries-old corners. Positioned between the Mediterranean and the Maures range, the town rewards wandering with vistas that stretch toward the sea.

Paris Napoleon's Legacy Small Group Tour with Les Invalides
Spend two hours tracing Napoleon's footsteps through Les Invalides with a small group and knowledgeable guide. You'll start at the Honor Court, examining how Louis XIV's 17th-century complex later became the emperor's monument, then descend into the Dôme des Invalides to see Napoleon's tomb. The Army Museum fills gaps between these landmarks, connecting architectural design to the political ambitions of two centuries. Straightforward walking tour covering the building's dual purpose as hospital and mausoleum.

Private Normandy DDAY Tour from Cruise Port Le Havre or Honfleur
An eight-hour private tour of Normandy's D-Day landing sites departing from Le Havre or Honfleur cruise terminals. Your specialist battlefield guide leads you through pivotal Operation Overlord locations, selecting sites that paint a coherent picture of the 1944 invasion. The itinerary adapts to your knowledge level—whether you're encountering the history for the first time or returning with deeper questions. You'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan with hotel-style returns to your ship.

Private Full Day Tour Avignon & Wine Tasting Chateauneuf du Pape
Spend eight hours exploring Avignon's medieval core on foot before heading south to Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting. Your guide navigates the narrow lanes revealing the city's papal history, then transitions to the renowned vineyard region where you'll taste wines that defined the Southern Rhône. This private tour balances cultural discovery with viticulture, moving at your own pace without group constraints.

Unusual Guided Electric Bike Tour of Montpellier
Pedal through Montpellier's quieter corners and overlooked heritage on this 3.5-hour electric bike tour. Starting at Place de la Comédie, you'll navigate past the botanical gardens, encounter a striking 1930s modernist church, and venture into the leafy Celleneuve district. The route culminates at Domaine Bonnier de la Mosson, an ornate 18th-century estate that rivals Versailles in ambition. Thermal springs at Juvignac offer a natural water stop before the return leg along Avenue de Lodève.

Country side & perched villages around Nice/Cannes
Explore the hilltop villages and rural landscapes that define the French Riviera's interior. Over seven to eight hours, your private driver navigates you through medieval settlements perched above the coastal plains, stopping at working villages where locals live much as they have for centuries. You'll discover how art, agriculture and mountain culture shape life away from the beaches, with time to absorb genuine Provençal character. Pack a picnic to enjoy regional wines, cheeses and bread in a village square or countryside spot.

Romantic Tour By Night
Travel through Tours' illuminated streets aboard a restored sidecar, exploring the city's glowing landmarks after dark. This 90-minute evening circuit pairs the thrill of vintage two-wheel transport with a curated Loire Valley wine tasting beside the river. Perfect for couples seeking something beyond the standard dinner-and-drinks routine, the ride captures the romance of mid-century travel while you sip local vintages and take in the transformed cityscape.

Private excursion from Villefranche in Citroën Méhari to Eze and Monaco
A four-hour private circuit from Villefranche in a classic Citroën Méhari, tackling the three corniche roads with stops for views. You'll explore Eze's medieval lanes and artisan shops, then motor through Monaco to see Monte Carlo, the palace, cathedral and museum at your own pace. The return journey follows the coastal route with further photo stops. All transport and pickups included.

Private Journey to Nice Èze Monaco from Cannes
A private eight-hour loop from Cannes exploring the French Riviera's most picturesque corners: the clifftop village of Èze and the principality of Monaco. Your driver-guide collects you from your Cannes hotel or port, steering a plush Mercedes through winding coastal roads whilst sharing local knowledge and historical detail. You'll set the rhythm, stopping where you choose, moving at your own pace through medieval streets and Belle Époque grandeur before returning to Cannes by evening.

Walking Tour of Montmartre for Families with Kids
Spend two hours exploring Montmartre's hilltop streets with kids in tow. Your local guide navigates the district's winding lanes, pointing out the basilica interior and the artist quarter at Place du Tertre. The route deliberately breaks up walking with playground stops and a carousel ride near Abbesses, where you'll spot the Wall of Love. The tour finishes at the Moulin Rouge's doorstep, giving families a manageable pace through one of Paris's most storied neighbourhoods.

Fall In Love With Paris: Private Half-Day Highlights Tour
A four-hour guided walk through central Paris with a private guide who shapes the route to your interests. You'll see the architectural landmarks that define the city—Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, the Latin Quarter—but the real focus is understanding how Parisians move through these neighbourhoods. Your guide steers you away from bottleneck crowds, points out the details most visitors miss, and adjusts the pace if you want to linger or skip ahead. No entry fees; you're viewing exteriors and soaking in atmosphere.

Paris City Walking Tour: See the Top 5 Highlights in a Day
A seven-hour guided walk through Paris's central arrondissements, taking in five iconic monuments—Sacré-Cœur, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower—whilst threading through distinct neighbourhoods spanning medieval to Renaissance periods. Your local guide reveals lesser-known stories and tucks away quiet spots like Place Dauphine where you can grab coffee between sites. You'll see these landmarks from street level rather than entering them, gaining a street-level understanding of how Paris's districts connect and evolved.

Guided Tour of the Coteaux Côte Rôtie for Parents and Children Duos
Walk the steep slopes of Côte Rôtie with a parent and child, exploring the Northern Rhône's terraced vineyards over two hours. You'll learn how growers have adapted these ancient hillsides across generations, then taste local wines and artisan preserves whilst taking in the valley views. A family-friendly introduction to one of France's most distinctive wine regions, without the stuffiness.

Day Trip to Mont Saint Michel Private Tour
A 14-hour private drive from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel, with hotel collection and return included. Travel in an air-conditioned car at your own pace, exploring the island's abbey and medieval streets without group constraints. Your driver manages logistics while you wander. Abbey entry is included; add a guide upgrade for expert historical context if desired. Suits families, couples, and independent travellers seeking comfort over regimented touring.

Deauville & Honfleur from Le Havre | Private Tour
A private 7–8 hour tour from Le Havre into Normandy's Pays d'Auge, combining the working harbour town of Honfleur with the polished beach resort of Deauville. You'll walk narrow streets where Impressionist painters once set up easels, then shift gears to explore art deco architecture and the refined seafront that draws Parisians for weekends. Designed for cruise passengers with guaranteed return to ship.

One Day Mont-Saint-Michel and Landing Beaches Tour
Squeeze Normandy's defining moments into a single long day, starting before dawn to beat the crowds at Mont-Saint-Michel, then tracing the D-Day landing sites where history shifted in 1944. Your private guide navigates you through thirteen centuries of layered French heritage, from the tidal island's medieval ramparts to the windswept beaches where thousands waded ashore. Breakfast, snacks and water sustain you throughout the 10–12 hour itinerary; you'll arrange your own lunch stop.

Exploring Belleville, Parisian Culture&Creativity in Motion
Walk through Belleville, the neighbourhood where Paris actually lives. This 90-minute tour steers clear of the postcard monuments to reveal working markets, street art, and the backstreets where Edith Piaf once walked. Your guide navigates you toward local bakeries, landmark cafés, and a quiet spot overlooking the Eiffel Tower that most visitors never find. You'll hear stories that connect the district's gritty past to its current creative pulse—the kind of detail that makes sense only when you're standing in the exact spot where it happened.

Sunset aperitif on the water
Launch from Île Rousse into Balagne's crystalline waters aboard a shallow-draft vessel built to tread lightly on the coastline. This 90-minute evening cruise tracks the Corsican shore—rugged cliffs, hidden coves, untouched maquis—while you sip aperitifs and graze on charcuterie as the sun bleeds into the sea. The skipper navigates by feel, stopping where the water invites a mask-and-snorkel dip or simply a moment of stillness. No hard sell, no crowds; just a boat small enough to matter and a crew that knows these waters intimately.

Marseille Excursion Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers
This 7-hour guided tour whisks cruise passengers through Marseille's highlights, starting with pickup from the terminal. You'll explore Aix-en-Provence's tree-lined streets, visit the hilltop basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde, wander Cours Mirabeau, photograph the Fontaine de La Rotonde, and experience the bustling Four des Navettes quarter. A local guide and professional driver handle logistics, with guaranteed return to your ship on time.

Provence & Lavender - Shared and Guided Tour from Nice
This nine-hour guided tour sweeps through Provence's most photogenic corners, departing from Nice. You'll explore Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, a medieval hilltop village ringed by stone ramparts, then venture into the lavender heartland to photograph the blooming plateaus and tour a working distillery. The route also takes in Lac de Sainte-Croix, a pristine reservoir cradled between dramatic gorge walls where the water is startlingly clear.

Normandy D-Day from Bayeux | Private Tour with Local Expert Guide
Spend a full day tracing the Allied D-Day landings across Normandy's most significant WWII sites. A local guide meets you in Bayeux and drives you to Pointe du Hoc, where American Rangers stormed the cliffs; Omaha Beach, the vast landing ground stretching 8km along the Channel; and the Normandy American Cemetery. You'll walk through bunkers and craters, see Les Braves sculpture, and explore museums at your own pace. The itinerary flexes to suit your interests.

Lyon: 2-Hour Panoramic E-Bike Tour
Explore Lyon's hillside neighbourhoods and riverside parks on a guided electric-bike tour departing from the city centre. Over two hours, you'll pedal through Vieux-Lyon and up to Fourvière basilica for expansive views, swing by the Roman theatres, traverse Croix-Rousse's rooftops, and loop around Tête d'Or park. Morning trips include breakfast; afternoon ones feature local-product tastings at two stops along the way.

Australian - Fromelles-Ypres Day Tour - from Arras
Trace Australian soldiers' paths across the Western Front with a guide who knows these battlefields intimately. This 12-hour tour from Arras follows the 1916 campaign through Fromelles and Ypres, stopping at cemeteries, memorials and the ground where Australian units fought. Ideal for those researching family history or understanding how the war unfolded here. Small groups mean you can linger at sites that matter to you.

Exquisite Wines Tasting Chateau Pommard, Chablis Small-Group Trip
Taste across three celebrated Burgundy domains in a single day, starting from your Paris hotel. You'll work through fifteen wines at Jean-Marc Brocard, Domaine Céline et Frédéric Gueguen, and Chateau de Pommard, encountering Premier and Grand Cru expressions alongside cheese pairings and expert guidance. A sommelier leads the final tasting at Pommard's historic cellars. The 14-hour journey suits groups of two to seven, with professional driving and optional lunch in Chablis village.
