Villages of France
Journey through the villages, towns and countryside that define the French way of life. Starting in Paris, travel through Burgundy, Alsace and Champagne, uncovering vine-covered slopes, colorful half-timbered streets and bustling local markets along the way. From cheesemakers and Champagne cellars to riverside walks and storybook squares, this is a France trip that captures the country’s charm, one village at a time.
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Paris. After settling in, you’ll join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner – the perfect chance to get to know each other over classic French flavors. If you’re keen to see the city from a different angle, join an Optional Experience Seine river cruise and take in the sights of France’s capital.
Follow the story of Joan of Arc and her role in the city’s siege as you explore Orléans at your own pace, visit the medieval center or browse the local boutiques. In Bourges, join a guided walking tour and visit two of its most impressive landmarks – the UNESCO-listed Cathédrale Saint-Étienne and the 15th-century Palais Jacques Cœur. If you’re looking for something special this evening, you can choose an Optional Experience that includes a regional dinner.
Travel through the Bourbonnais countryside, where vineyards and fortified villages shape the landscape. Stop at Château de Vieux Chambord for a Be My Guest experience hosted by Marie and Stéphane Devaulx de Chambord. Set within their 14th-century family estate, you'll learn about the château’s history and everyday life in rural Burgundy, followed by lunch served in one of the original towers. Later, continue to Beaune, wine capital of the region. Join your Travel Director for a walk through the town center, known for its colorful rooftops and medieval streets. Visit the Hôtel-Dieu museum, a historic former hospital, and then Dive into Culture at the Moutarderie Fallot, where you’ll learn how mustard is made and enjoy a tasting. The evening is free to spend as you wish.
Join your Travel Director in the mustard capital of France for an orientation of Dijon’s historic center, where elegant streets, timber-framed buildings and local delicacies come together. On market day, visit Les Halles – the covered market designed by Gustave Eiffel – and see Burgundy’s food culture in full swing. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or delve deeper into the area’s culinary scene by choosing an Optional Experience at a local vineyard, where you’ll experience a Burgundy wine tasting and sit down to a delicious typical lunch.
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