France holidays including Paris, Provence, Bordeaux, rail journeys, escorted tours and cruises

France Holidays

Elegant cities, scenic rail journeys, beautiful regions, famous food and some of Europe’s most loved cultural experiences.

How would you like to see France?

France is one of the easiest European destinations to shape around your own style of travel. You can enjoy Paris for a few nights, travel by rail between cities, explore wine regions and countryside, or pair a stay with a river or ocean cruise.

Whether you are looking for a tailor-made France holiday, an escorted tour, a rail journey or a cruise that visits France, you will find plenty of inspiration below.

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France Holidays

Discover our collection of France holidays, including Paris city stays, rail journeys, food and wine breaks, multi-centre itineraries and tailor-made holidays through some of France’s most beautiful regions.

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From Paris and Bordeaux to Provence, the French Riviera and scenic rail journeys, we can help shape the right France holiday for you.

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France Escorted Tours

Travel as part of a group and discover the highlights with the guidance of an expert tour guide.

Need flights, rail or extra nights?

Some tours below include flights, while others are land-only. Our touring experts can provide a full quote with flights from your preferred UK airport, rail travel, pre or post-tour hotel stays, city extensions, or even a cruise and tour combination.

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We can help you compare escorted tours and add flights, rail travel, extra hotel nights or other stops along the way.

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France Cruises

Explore cruises that visit France, including river cruises on the Seine, Rhône, Saône and Bordeaux waterways, plus ocean cruises calling at French ports. Speak to us about adding flights, rail travel, hotel stays and time before or after your sailing.


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All About France

Elegant cities, world-famous landmarks, beautiful countryside, excellent food and easy rail links make France one of Europe’s most rewarding destinations for city breaks, rail holidays, river cruises and relaxed multi-centre itineraries.

Bucket List Highlights

Paris France holidays

Paris

France’s capital delivers iconic sights, elegant streets, world-class galleries and a brilliant food scene.

Provence France holidays

Provence

Lavender fields, hilltop villages, markets and sunshine make Provence one of France’s most loved regions.

Bordeaux France holidays

Bordeaux

A stylish city break base with handsome architecture, riverside walks and easy access to famous wine country.

France by rail holidays

France by Rail

Fast rail links make it easy to pair Paris with Bordeaux, Lyon, Provence or the French Riviera.

Time Difference

France is 1 hour ahead of the UK.

Best Time to Go

Spring and autumn are especially good for cities, rail journeys and touring, with milder weather and fewer peak-season crowds.

Great For

City breaks, rail journeys, food and wine, art, culture, river cruising and scenic touring holidays.

Suggested Duration

3 to 4 nights works well for Paris, while 7 to 10 nights is ideal for a wider France itinerary.

Perfect For

Classic European Holidays

France is packed with places people dream of seeing, from Paris and Versailles to Provence and the French Riviera.

Rail Journeys

France is one of Europe’s easiest countries to explore by train, with smooth links between major cities and regions.

City Breaks

Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon, Nice and Marseille each bring a different side of France, making it a strong choice for shorter European escapes.

Multi-Centre Holidays

France works beautifully as a multi-stop holiday, especially when linking Paris with wine regions, coast or countryside.

Food & Wine

Markets, cafés, vineyards, regional dishes and relaxed dining are all part of what makes France so enjoyable.

Cruise & Stay Ideas

France is excellent for river cruising, with options on the Seine, Rhône, Saône, Bordeaux waterways and more.

Best Time to Go

Spring

12°C – 22°C

A lovely time for Paris, gardens, sightseeing, rail journeys and touring before the busiest summer period.

Best for: city breaks and touring

Summer

22°C – 32°C

Great for the Riviera, countryside stays and lively atmosphere, though major cities can be busier and warmer.

Best for: coast and longer holidays

Autumn

14°C – 24°C

An excellent season for food, wine regions, river cruises, city breaks and comfortable sightseeing.

Best for: wine, culture and easy touring

Winter

4°C – 12°C

Ideal for quieter Paris breaks, festive markets, museums, restaurants and lower-season city stays.

Best for: off-season city stays

Helpful Planning Tips

France is very easy to explore from the UK, especially by rail. Paris is the natural starting point for many trips, but it also works well as part of a wider itinerary with Bordeaux, Lyon, Provence, Normandy or the French Riviera.

The best France itineraries usually focus on one region or a small number of stops. That gives you time to enjoy the food, local atmosphere, galleries, markets and scenery properly, instead of rushing between places.

If you are not sure whether to plan a Paris city break, a rail holiday, an escorted tour, a river cruise or a cruise and stay itinerary, that is exactly where we can help. France is wonderfully flexible, and the right route depends on how you want the trip to feel.

France holidays offer a brilliant mix of iconic cities, beautiful regions, world-class food, scenic rail travel and rich culture. From the landmarks and galleries of Paris to the vineyards of Bordeaux, the lavender landscapes of Provence and the glamour of the French Riviera, France gives you plenty of ways to travel at your own pace.

Whether you want to plan a classic Paris break, travel through France by rail, enjoy a food and wine-focused itinerary, join an escorted tour, or add a French city stay before or after a cruise, France offers some of Europe’s most enjoyable and accessible holiday experiences.

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