France All-Time Classic - 14D/13N

• Arrival in Paris. According to the time of arrival, we will visit the Eiffel Tower, a monumental structure standing 300 meters high. Later, explore the iconic Arc de Triomphe, located at Place Charles de Gaulle where twelve major avenues converge, including the famous Champs-Elysees. Arrive at the hotel and settle into the rooms.
• Dinner Included.

• Enjoy an excursion to the City of Light. If the Eiffel Tower or the Arc de Triomphe was not visited on the previous day, begin here. Then visit the Palace of Versailles with its beautiful fountains, lakes, and the renowned Hall of Mirrors. Next, visit the Chantilly Tower, famous for housing masterpieces by Raphael, Da Vinci, and Delacroix. As evening approaches, visit Montmartre, known as the haunt of Picasso and other artists, wander through the intellectual Latin Quarter, and stroll through picturesque Saint-Germain.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Visit the Louvre Museum, the former palace and world-famous museum stretching 800 meters along the Seine. Notable highlights include the Venus de Milo, Mona Lisa, and The Dying Slave, among countless other artifacts. Following the museum, enjoy free time for shopping at the commercial center before returning to the hotel.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Leave Paris for the north and Normandy. First, stop at the verdant village of Giverny, home to Claude Monet’s house and gardens. Then travel to Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy, known for its impressive cathedral and its connections to Richard the Lionheart and Joan of Arc. Explore Rue du Gros Horloge with its famous astronomical clock and the city’s picturesque cobblestone streets. Upon arrival at the hotel, visit the Old Market Square (Vieux Marché), and soak up the atmosphere in local restaurants, salons de thé, and stalls offering fresh produce and French delicacies.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Depart for Honfleur, touted as Baudelaire’s “city of dreams.” Visit the shores of the WWII Allied landings and walk along the historic sands. Continue to Caen, famed for its hundred bell towers. Enjoy a guided tour of medieval Caen, including the Abbaye aux Hommes and its charming half-timbered streets.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Journey to Bayeux to view its famed 11th-century tapestry, then visit the elegant Deauville. Continue to Mont Saint-Michel, the magical medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage site perched off the Normandy coast. Absorb its mystical aura and architectural splendor before heading to Le Mans. Le Mans is famous for its motor race and grand Gothic church, surrounded by lively streets. Enjoy free time in Le Mans before a well-earned rest.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Between the fairy-tale castles, the Loire Valley reveals its true soul—rolling vineyards, orchards, and quiet villages that earned it the title “Garden of France.” As you journey through the countryside, endless green fields, winding rivers, and sunlit vineyards create a peaceful landscape that once inspired kings and artists alike. Here, every moment feels like stepping into a living painting—where nature, history, and romance come together to make your journey unforgettable.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Depart for La Rochelle, once a vital port in Anglo-French trade. Heading south, enter the Aquitaine region, celebrated for its castle towns, vineyards, and gourmet culture. Arrive in Bordeaux for a city tour, including the UNESCO-listed Port de la Lune, Place de la Bourse, and the vast Esplanade des Quinconces. Burgundy, one of Europe’s most celebrated vineyard regions, invites you to wander through endless rolling vines and charming wine villages, where centuries-old traditions craft some of the world’s finest wines.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Depart for Toulouse, the “Pink City,” known for its pink-hued bricks and youthful, lively atmosphere. Explore the Place du Capitole, riverside churches, and narrow shopping streets. In Toulouse, the heart of Europe’s aerospace industry, witness the innovation and engineering excellence that power the skies, where legendary aircraft are designed, assembled, and brought to life.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Travel to Carcassonne, the fairy-tale fortified city and UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to Narbonne for coffee and admire the Gothic Cathedral of Saint-Just and Saint-Pasteur. Next, depart for Nîmes to see its world-renowned Roman amphitheater, still in use today for concerts and festivals. Carcassonne welcomes you to a breathtaking medieval world, where towering stone walls, watchtowers, and cobbled streets transport you back to the age of knights and legends.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Begin the day in Provence, stopping first at Arles – famous for its Roman monuments and connection to Van Gogh. Next, stroll through Aix-en-Provence beneath shady plane trees on the Cours Mirabeau, admiring rococo fountains and historic architecture. Later, arrive in Marseille for hotel check-in and enjoy free time to explore the lively port city.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Marseille city tour: Visit Friche la Belle de Mai, a vibrant cultural venue, and the bustling Rue Longue-des-Capucins. Stroll through the historic markets and explore areas rich with immigrant and local culture. Admire views from Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica and visit Fort Saint-Nicolas. Enjoy time along the Vieux-Port for coffee, croissants, and culinary delights.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Transfer to the airport and fly to Ajaccio, Corsica. After a short introduction to the island, depart by train for Bastia, experiencing the famed Eiffel-designed bridge and the beautiful mountainous landscape via Corte. Upon arrival in Bastia, visit the Baroque Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

• Explore Southern Corsica, including Porto-Vecchio, framed by its Genoese citadel and vibrant marina. Continue to Bonifacio, with its medieval citadel perched on limestone cliffs, and climb the historic Escalier du Roi d’Aragon for breathtaking views. Arrive in Ajaccio, the island capital and birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Visit his ancestral home, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Palais Fesch. For sunset, head to Pointe de la Parata for an iconic view of the Sanguinaires Islands.
• Breakfast & Dinner Included.

Breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Marseille. Correspondence for return journey to India.