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Where else in the world can you find such a high concentration of classic art, celebrated architecture, stylish boutiques, award-winning restaurants, chic galleries and world-class wineries? Home to culinary icons, influential artists, political masters and fashion greats, France is a captivating, enriching place to visit – be beguiled by the passion, spirit and irrepressible essence of France.
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Rome to Marrakech

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50 days
Original
  • USD $9,685
    CAD $9,215
    AUD $8,895
    EUR €6,920
    GBP £5,640
    NZD $11,390
    ZAR R73,750
    CHF FR8,495
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Paris to Madrid

Flamenco dancer, Spain
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15 days
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  • USD $2,737
    CAD $2,605
    AUD $2,516
    EUR €1,950
    GBP £1,593
    NZD $3,225
    ZAR R20,859
    CHF FR2,405
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Highlights of France

Avignon bridge
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9 days
Comfort
  • USD $2,148
    CAD $2,013
    AUD $1,946
    EUR €1,533
    GBP £1,252
    NZD $2,493
    ZAR R16,136
    CHF FR1,890
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Best of France

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15 days
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  • USD $2,868
    CAD $2,733
    AUD $2,640
    EUR €1,946
    GBP £1,672
    NZD $3,378
    ZAR R21,873
    CHF FR2,396
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Festivals and Events

Mondial du Snowboard

  • Mondial du Snowboard

  • The alpine town of Les Deux Alpes hosts thousands of snowboarders for three days of top-flight snowboarding competition. See the latest and greatest tricks and boards before the season starts and party it up at night at the heaving music and bar scene. Non-boarders will appreciate the bike riding and skateboarding side shows.
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Intrepid has no control over changes made to festival and event dates and activities. Note that some Intrepid trips which include an event as part of their itinerary, may be surcharged. Where festivals or events are not included as part of an Intrepid trip, all costs associated with the event will need to be paid for by the client. Please check before booking your Intrepid trip that it does match up with key festival or event dates.

France's Top Picks

Moulin Rouge
 
France is the world's number one tourist destination, receiving the most visitors each year
 

Top 10 Iconic Landmarks of France

  1. Notre Dame: This iconic Gothic-style cathedral is a true Parisian great. If you think the outside is impressive, wait until you get inside to see the spectacular organ and stunning stained-glass windows.
  2. The Louvre: Housing some of the world’s most famous and valuable art, the Louvre Museum is a Parisian icon in its own right. Apart from the artistic masterpieces held within, the unique blend of old and new architecture - capped off by the much-photographed glass pyramid - makes the Louvre a landmark not to be missed.
  3. Palace of Versailles: Elaborate galleries, opulent furnishings, gold-framed paintings and manicured gardens, the Palace of Versailles is the ultimate in old-world luxury. See where Marie Antoinette resided in decadence before her execution and understand why she was reticent to leave.
  4. Chateau de Chambord: Located in the Loire Valley, this chateau fit for a fairytale is a classic example of French Renaissance architecture at its finest. Not to be outshone, the surrounding gardens, lawns and water features complement this grand, national treasure.
  5. Le Pantheon: This historic domed icon is located in Paris’ Latin Quarter and is the final resting place of many famous French historical figures including Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Louis Braille, Marie Curie and Alexandre Dumas. Head here to admire neoclassical architecture and catch up on some French history.
  6. Centre Georges Pompidou: The revolutionary, post-modern design of this building put it on the world map back in the 1970s and today it’s still as relevant as when it was first built. Home to an art museum, library and research centre, this place has attracted millions of visitors over the years – drawn in by the peculiar architecture and innovative works housed inside.
  7. Arc De Triomphe: Commissioned by pint-sized Napoleon Bonaparte in 1806, the grand Arc de Triomphe monument signifies triumph and victory. Best seen at night, the luminous golden hues provide atmospheric photographic opportunities
  8. Moulin Rouge: There’s no mistaking the famous red windmill of the Moulin Rouge. Take a snapshot outside or head inside to catch a cheeky show full of bedazzled, feathered dancers.
  9. The Beaches of Normandy: The historic ‘D-Day’ landings of Normandy were one of the most crucial military manoeuvres of World War II. Visiting the beaches where the largest amphibious invasion in world history took place is a must-do for history-buffs and novices alike.
  10. Eiffel Tower: Over the years, Paris’ much-loved landmark has been the backdrop to many romantic proposals and magic movie moments. Choose to climb the stairs to the top to take in views of the Parisian skyline or simply bask in the romantic afterglow on the lawn underneath.

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France at a glance

  • 15
  • Paris (population 2.1 million)
  • 65.3 million
  • French
  • EUR
  • (GMT+01:00) Brussels, Copenhagen, Madrid, Paris
  • Type C (European 2-pin), Type E (French 2-pin, female earth)
  • +33

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