You can spend a lifetime travelling to France and never tire of her. You want beaches? Gravitate to the Côte d'Azur. You want rivers and gorges? Drive to the Massif Central and lose yourself in the Cevennes. For winter sports, there’s the Alps, for culture past and present there’s Paris – a city to fall in love in. And anywhere you choose you’re sure to find excellent food and wine.
The corner of France which makes my own heart beat harder is Biarritz. Maybe long-time residents King Edward and Mrs Simpson have endowed it with a royal aura. Maybe it’s the laid-back surfer culture, bouncy nightlife or those tasty Atlantic oysters. But whenever I visit, I find myself on the Esplanade du Port Vieux looking right at the Grande Plage and left at the magnificent Côte des Basques and wonder why on earth I haven’t moved there yet.
A wonderful walk along the Dordogne and Ouysse rivers, following in the footsteps of pilgrims to reach the awe-inspiring town of Rocamadour.
A beautiful bergerie-style property set in peaceful grounds and surrounded by ancient olive trees. Situated between Bonifacio and Porto Vecchio, the location is very convenient for those wishing to explore the south of the island.
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A self-guided hike in one of the most remote parts of France. Walk from La Brigue, on the France/Italy border, down the Roya Valley to beautiful Menton on the Riviera, taking in ancient Saorge, Breil, Sospel and Ste Agnes. This is a great walk for those who are seeking to move up a walking grade, and the route is well signed.
Hotel based one week Alpine walking holiday around Mont Blanc
We stay in a 12C Chateau hotel (4 star), with a 1st class restaurant serving classic cuisine and wines. We walk on ancient drovers’ paths through natural rock formations above the gorges of the rivers Tarn & Jonte & visit mediaeval priories and villages. Running from 23 - 30 May 2021, this 8 day trip costs from £2,556 with a max of 14 guests.
Comprehensive introduction to the Palace of Versailles & its surroundings with free time to explore the elegant town of Versailles. Private access to the State & Private Apartments, the Royal Opera, the Chapel, Royal Stables & the scene of the Tennis Court Oath. 5* Waldorf Astoria Trianon Palace adjacent to the Royal Park
Climb to the summit of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe and climb to the summit of Gran Paradiso, the highest peak in Italy
The Gardens of the Dordogne with CICERONI Travel. Discover the gardens of the Dordogne, many viewed privately. Opportunity to view spectacular prehistoric cave art. Private lunches & dinners in many of the gardens we shall visit. Dine in a Michelin-starred restaurant. Well-appointed hotel in handsome grounds in charming Tremolat.
This trip to France concentrates on the Eastern half of the country, venturing down to Valence and Tournon with the Vivarais railways. We then travel to Beaune and Mulhouse, visiting the Chemin de Fer de Vallee de L’Ouche where we have the opportunity to “run our own railway”.
Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Avignon and Nice are very contrasting in character, history and architecture and thus reveal various aspects of southern France on this journey by rail.
