French Rendez-vous
French Rendez-vous
French Rendez-vous
11 Days
Visiting: Paris, Paris , Nantes, Cognac, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Nimes, Le Baux De Provence, Marseille, Marseilles, Aix-En-Provence, Nice
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RD-2024
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Meet us for a rendez-vous to revel in the rues of Paris, the riverside where Jules Verne dreamed of deeper waters, and the royal chateau where cognac flows. Make a French connection from the City of Light to the dappled vineyards of Bordeaux. Break away from the ordinary with dreamy days in Marseilles, Aix-en-Provence, and the French Riviera in Nice. Try your luck at the tables in Monte Carlo and get the royal treatment in Monaco with 11 fantastic days in France. From cathedral halls to fortress walls; from Medieval treasures to Mediterranean pleasures, this vacation in France is a rendez-vous you won’t want to miss.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Paris,France
Location: Paris
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
PARIS Free time this morning followed by guided sightseeing that features the Arc de Triomphe, les Champs-Elysées and a visit to the Courtyard of Les Invalides.This evening, enjoy [LF] a dinner cruise on the Seine with incredible sights of the city.
Day 3: Paris,Nantes
Location: Paris, Nantes
Meals Included: Breakfast
NANTES Guided walking tour includes sights of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Ile Feydeau, Place Royale and Passage Pommeraye. 239 mi / 385 km
Day 4: Nantes,Cognac,Bordeaux
Location: Nantes, Cognac, Bordeaux
Meals Included: Breakfast
COGNAC [LF] Guided visit of the Chateau Royale du Cognac and cognac tasting.BORDEAUX Free-time this evening. 242 mi / 390 km
Day 5: Bordeaux
Location: Bordeaux
Meals Included: Breakfast
BORDEAUX Guided walking tour to discover historic neighbourhoods such as Quinconces and Saint Pierre. Stop at a local patisserie to try a traditional canele pastry.
Day 6: Bordeaux,Carcassonne
Location: Bordeaux, Carcassonne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CARCASSONNE Take an orientation walk by the ancient battlements and enjoy free time to explore this delightful medieval town. 211 mi / 340 km
Day 7: Carcassonne,Nimes,Le Baux De Provence,Marseille
Location: Carcassonne, Nimes, Le Baux De Provence, Marseille
Meals Included: Breakfast
NIMES Enjoy an orientation walk to admire the Roman Amphitheater and the Maison Carrée, an ancient Roman Temple.LE BAUX DE PROVENCE Olive Oil mill visit with olive oil tasting.MARSEILLES Free time this evening. 217 mi / 350 km
Day 8: Marseilles
Location: Marseilles
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
MARSEILLE Guided sightseeing features a walk in the city’s oldest district – Le Panier, with a visit to the Cathedral La Major, the old port and a scenic drive along the panoramic waterfront road. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the old port area.
Day 9: Marseille,Aix-En-Provence,Nice
Location: Marseille, Aix-En-Provence, Nice
Meals Included: Breakfast
AIX-EN-PROVENCE Orientation walk of the city features the elegant Cours Mirabeau and free time to explore further.NICE Evening at leisure. 149 mi / 240 km
Day 10: Nice
Location: Nice
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
NICE Follow your local guide for a walking tour through the old town, characterised by narrow cobbled streets, charming squares, and Baroque churches. Free time in the afternoon. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 11: Nice
Location: Nice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Bordeaux (Port of the Moon)|Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne|Nice, Winter Resort Town of the Riviera|Paris Banks of the Seine
Accommodation
Paris:AC Hotel Paris Porte MaillotNantes:Oceania Hotel de FranceBordeaux:Mercure Bordeaux Chateau ChartronsCarcassonne:Hotel du Roi & SpaMarseille:NH Collection MarseilleNice:NH NiceNice:Apollinaire
Check out our Q&As
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
-
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
Reviews of this operator
1 Select your preferred date
Thursday - Sunday
Jul 04, 2024 - Jul 14, 2024Thursday - Sunday
Sep 05, 2024 - Sep 15, 2024Thursday - Sunday
Oct 03, 2024 - Oct 13, 2024Thursday - Sunday
Apr 17, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025Thursday - Sunday
May 01, 2025 - May 11, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Jun 26, 2025 - Jul 06, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Aug 21, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Sep 04, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Sep 18, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025Thursday - Sunday
Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.