Individual tours to France

Normandy is home to incredible architecture, a majestic ocean and a gastronomic paradise. Leaving Paris in the morning, we go to the city of a hundred bells - Rouen, which is famous for its Gothic cathedrals. We will visit the Rouen Cathedral, built in the 13th - 16th centuries. and immortalized in paintings by Monet, in the square where Joan of Arc was executed and where there is a church dedicated to her in an original modern style. We will also visit the 16th century Palace of Justice. and see an amazing old clock on the pedestrian street Gros Horloge.

The next destination is Honfleur (distance from Rouen ~90 km). Here we will check into a hotel and walk around the city. We’ll definitely take a look at the atmospheric port - a real pearl of Honfleur with truly French charm. Honfleur was once one of the most important port cities in Normandy and played a major role in the defense of the region, served as an inspiration for artists in the 19th century, and today it is a cozy resort town. We will end the day in Honfleur with a tasting of local cheese, aromatic Calvados or cider.

To continue exploring Normandy, we will move to the bay of Mont Saint-Michel (~150 km). Here, in a fantastically picturesque place, there is a medieval town with narrow streets and a majestic Benedictine Abbey, built in the 8th-13th centuries. During the walk, the guide will tell you about the history and legends of Mont Saint-Michel, which has rightfully earned the name “Eighth Wonder of the World” and is one of the most visited locations in all of France. As we climb to the top of the island, you will be able to enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Afterwards we will leave Normandy and head to the neighboring region, Brittany. The first city in Brittany will be the port of Cancale, which also offers views of the Bay of Saint-Michel. Cancale is famous primarily for its lively oyster markets: we will definitely stroll through them, buy the freshest oysters from local fishermen and taste them without leaving the market stalls. Then we head to Saint-Malo (~18 km), where we will check into a hotel.

We start the day with a tour of Saint-Malo. This is a city with a rich history, located on the English Channel, and its whole life is inextricably linked with the sea. The city of corsairs, the birthplace of Jacques Cartier, the navigator who discovered Canada, and the poet Chateaubriand, one of the first representatives of romanticism. The old town is surrounded by well-preserved fortress walls, and walking along the narrow cobbled streets reveals many 18th-century buildings. We will also visit the Castle, built in the XIV-XV centuries.

Then we will go to Dinard, one of the fashionable resorts of Brittany, and to Dinan, a beautiful medieval town where time seems to have stood still. In Dinan, we will examine ancient houses made of wood and stone, including a house that is more than 500 years old, as well as fortifications from the 13th century, and we will walk around the Old Town. Comfort and tranquility reign here, there is no noise and fuss. Afterwards, return to Saint-Malo.

France is famous for its fine cuisine and wines. We invite you to visit the most iconic places of French gastronomic and wine culture. You will visit many towns and villages: visit Chablis, which is surrounded by vineyards and is the birthplace of prestigious white wines, and Beaune, where, in addition to tasting Burgundy wines, you can visit a snail or black truffle farm (depending on the season).

You will travel along the Grand Cru wine road, visiting the villages of Alox-Corton and Vosne-Romané, which are home to the most expensive vineyards in the world. You will taste mustard and spiced bread in Dijon, taste real champagne in the Champagne region, and learn why “Troyes sausage” is valued in the city of the same name. In Epernay you will drive along the main street, where the largest champagne houses are lined up, and visit the cellars of the largest and most famous producer, Moet et Chandon. Along the Champagne Road we will reach Reims, the historical capital of the Champagne region. Here we will definitely see the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral - the site of the coronation of French monarchs, and try the local dessert - pink “Rheims biscuits”

We will take you to Saint-Emilion, one of the best “red” wine regions in France, by high-speed train from Paris to Bordeaux (2 hours) or by helicopter. Here you can enjoy excursions and wine tastings at one of the prestigious Grand Cru estates and at a charming family estate that has preserved its traditions and authenticity. During your visit there will also be a wine tasting masterclass.

In addition to visiting the vineyards, we will take a tour of the UNESCO World Heritage village of Saint-Emilion and you will taste a French aperitif in the middle of the vineyards, prepared with delicacies from the local market. For lunch we invite you to a traditional restaurant. In the evening you can return to Bordeaux, the capital of Aquitaine, and take a guided stroll through the historical center.

Medoc is like a huge open-air wine cellar! This is a wine-growing area in the Bordeaux region, where the most exquisite wines are produced. Chateau Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe... All these wines, beloved by connoisseurs, appear in the Medoc. Even road signs for settlements here look like labels! During your visit to the Médoc area, enjoy a private tour and tasting at two wine-producing chateaux, a prestigious Grand Cru class chateau and a family estate full of charm and authenticity.

Speaking about the Medoc, one cannot fail to mention the magnificent views: atmospheric old chateaus and endless vineyards under the gentle sun. The Route of Castles, the cozy town of Lespard-Médoc with its majestic lancet church and organ from 1881, the cozy resorts and pine forests of the Landes du Médoc and much more awaits you throughout your journey through this amazing region.

The Côte d'Azur is one of the calling cards of France, a sunny southern region with a special atmosphere. Here are the world famous Nice, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Antibes. Each city and resort of the French Riviera has its own personality and has its own points of attraction.

Among the symbols of Nice are the Promenade des Anglais, the Chagall Museum, Castle Hill with the best panoramas of the city, the Russian temple and the Cours Saleya flower market. Cannes - of course, first of all, it is a legendary film festival, red carpets with smiling movie stars, unforgettable parties and an ongoing celebration. The richest people on the planet live and relax in Antibes: luxurious villas and mansions rise in its center, and in the suburban areas life is in full swing with numerous social entertainments. Saint-Tropez is well known from old French films starring Brigitte Bardot and Louis de Funes, and art lovers come here for the Pablo Picasso Museum.