France: Castles, Coasts & Croissants
11 days, 4 cities |
Why go?
This trip is culture meets history meets buttery carbs. From classic hits like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, to fascinating WWII history on the beaches of Normandy and world-famous vineyards of the Loire Valley—this is France like it’s meant to be seen.
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
- 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 9 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- 4 insider tours with local guides
- Cheese and cider tasting in Honfleur
- Entrance to Church of St. Joan of Arc, Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, and more
Picture yourself
- Picnicking by the Eiffel Tower, sipping champagne
- Shopping along Champs-Élysées
- Walking on Omaha Beach, exploring World War II history
- Watching the sea levels change around the island of Mont-Saint-Michel
- Oohing, aahing, and drinking wine in the Loire Valley
Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight flight
Dream croissant dreams on your overnight flight to Paris.
Day 2: Arrive in Paris
Welcome to Paris, also known as the City of Lights. Cue the French café music and ready your appetite—it’s going to be magnificent.
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your accommodation to check in and check out your room.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers.
Chat with a Trip Expert!
1-800-766-2645
Monday–Thursday, 9am–7pm ET
Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET
Special Black Friday Hours:
Thursday, November 14: 9am–7pm ET
Friday–Saturday, November 15–16: 9:30am–5pm ET
Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.