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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Terms & ConditionsDeparting | Trip name | Days | From ZAR | |
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5 May 2018Europe Explorer |
Barcelona to Rome | 36 |
R71,622
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5 May 2018Barcelona to Venice |
Barcelona to Venice | 29 |
R58,392
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6 May 2018Paris to Madrid |
Paris to Madrid | 14 |
R36,459
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12 May 2018Cote d'Azur Sailing Adventure - Marseille to Nice |
Marseille to Nice | 8 |
R14,061
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19 May 2018Cote D'Azur Sailing Adventure - Nice to Marseille |
Nice to Marseille | 8 |
R14,061
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19 May 2018Barcelona to Berlin |
Barcelona to Berlin | 15 |
R30,983
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2 Jun 2018Waterways of Burgundy - Chatillion sur Loire - Decize |
Chatillon sur Loire to Decize | 8 |
R16,877
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9 Jun 2018Cycle the French Alps |
Aix-les-Bains to Chambery | 8 |
R15,548
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9 Jun 2018The Canal du Midi (Homps to Castelnaudary) |
Homps to Castelnaudary | 8 |
R16,709
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Cycle the French Alps with Intrepid, conquering some legendary Tour de France routes...
This cycling tour through Provence, visiting Avignon, Orange, St Remy and Arles, is the...
Travel through three of Europe's most enchanting countries. Visit Spain, head through...
Elaborate architecture and exceptional cuisine, legendary landscapes and live history...
Sail from Marseille to Nice along France's gorgeous Cote d'Azur. Stop in at the...
Embrace Mediterranean life while sailing along the French Riviera, taking in the high...
Experience life at a different pace on this peaceful and relaxing drift down the Canal...
Relax and sample some of the Burgoyne’s famous wine and cheese as you cruise down the...
Experience life at a different pace on this peaceful and relaxing drift down the Canal...
Packed with historical, culinary and artistic attractions, this journey from Barcelona...
Relax and sample some of the Burgoyne’s famous wine and cheese as you cruise down the...
Travel through France and Spain, exploring the delights of Paris, going on a wine tour...
Visit Spain, France, Germany, the Czech Republic and Italy on this epic journey that...
Jump aboard a colourful adventure from Paris to Barcelona. Tour through France's wine...
Jump aboard a colourful adventure from Madrid to Berlin. Tour through beautiful beaches...
Travel through numerous European countries starting in Spain and France, through...
Travel to France, Spain, Portugal and Morocco on a trip from Paris to Marrakech. Visit...
Embark on an all-European adventure from Madrid to Rome, stopping off in the grand...
This cycling tour through Provence and Tuscany, from the perfect blend of scenic trail...
Our France trips score an average of 4.88 out of 5 based on 75 reviews in the last year.
Small group numbers allows for a personalised experience, and an ease of travelling around on local transport like buses and trains. The guides are knowledgeable and show you the cities as the locals would know it. The recommendations on restaurants, food and drinks was a highlight.
Review submitted 25 Apr 2018
Can't recommend Intrepid highly enough. I usually travel solo (my preference!) and every trip sees the participants all getting along very well together. I guess that is because Intrepid travelers are of like minds. Leaders are always full of enthusiasm and their local knowledge is what appeals to me. I travel to get involved in local cultures and customs and the Leaders' insights are perfect for this.
Review submitted 04 Dec 2017
Think about striking natural scenery you’ve witnessed around the world, and places...
Whether you’d rather kick off your day with a Pain au chocolat or stuff your face...
With Halloween fast approaching, things are getting eerie at Intrepid. Here are...
Europe’s varied geography lends itself to hundreds of day walks that require...
We all know the Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Elysées, but discovering lesser-known...
There's nothing we love more than the small towns, coastal views, and endless...
If you’re after something a little more nourishing than a croissant (or simply...
There's just so much more to France than its capital, Paris. Here are six of the...
With port cities like Cannes and St Tropez, the Cote d'Azur is hands down one of...
Sailing the French Riviera is a tough job, but someone's got to do it. This time,...
Sunshine, retro swimsuits, striped umbrellas, aquamarine Mediterranean waters and...
The streetlamps outside are shining through my window, silhouetting the shadowy f...
Pedalling sets the perfect pace - you travel slowly enough to enjoy your...
Sailing isn't like it was in the old days. Rates of scurvy have declined. Peg legs...
If you want to know what it looks like to spend 8 days, cruising from...
Most people come to Paris for croissants, the Moulin Rouge and gloating, in that...
Sailing used to be the domain of three types of people; pirates, the super-rich,...
Food can take you places, according to science. And we agree.
Introducing the most beautiful islands you’ve hardly ever heard of.
There is one way of exploring this impossibly romantic region that doesn’t occur...
When I landed in Paris for the first time, I spent a happy few hours Googling the...
Just like a regular history lesson, only interesting.
Picking the world’s best beach is a bit like arguing why your favourite colour...
It doesn’t really matter where you’re from, it wouldn’t be Christmas without good...
Catch an incredible sunset over Carcassonne's medieval walls
Explore the quaint hilltop villages of Provence
Admire elegant architecture on the boulevards of Bordeaux
Cycle past medieval houses and gardens in the Loire Valley
Experience the seaside style and glamour of Nice
Follow in the footsteps of the famous and wealthy to St Tropez and get a taste of the good life.
Intrepid believes half the fun of experiencing a new country is getting there, and getting around once there! Where possible, Intrepid uses local transport options and traditional modes of transport - which usually carry less of an environmental impact, support small local operators and are heaps more fun.
Depending on which trip you're on while in France, you may find yourself travelling by:
France is one of the greatest places in the world to cycle. Whether you’re taking on a steep hill in the Pyrenees or gliding past the lavender fields of Provence, cycling in France is a true pleasure.
Travelling with Intrepid is a little bit different. We endeavour to provide travellers with an authentic experience to remember, so we try to keep accommodation as unique and traditional as possible.
When travelling with us in France you may find yourself staying in a:
Most hotels used on Intrepid tours through France are small, family-run guesthouses, so expect staircases instead of lifts and small rooms big on character.
Restaurants will include a service fee within the bill; however, tipping extra (while not absolutely necessary) is customary and will be appreciated by wait staff. Usually rounding up the bill or leaving spare change is sufficient. Feel free to tip more if the service has been exemplary or if you’re feeling generous.
Internet access is good in France - internet cafes and Wi-Fi hotspots are easily found in most cities and major towns.
Mobile phone coverage is generally very good in France. Ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive.
Flushable toilets are the standard in France. Don’t be surprised to see that many public toilets in France (and other European countries) are unisex.
Short metro ride = 1.50-2 Euro
Beer = 5 Euro
Baguette snack = 5 Euro
Budget meal in a café = 10 Euro
High-end restaurant meal = 30 Euro
Drinking water from taps is considered safe in France, unless otherwise marked. For environmental reasons, try to use a refillable water bottle rather than buying bottled water.
Major credit cards are widely accepted by stores and hotels in France. Smaller cafes and shops may not accept credit cards so ensure you carry enough cash to cover small purchases.
ATMs are very common in France, so finding one won't be a problem in most towns and cities.
Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance
Please note these dates are for 2017. For a current list of public holidays in France go to: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/france/public-holidays
Intrepid is committed to travelling in a way that is respectful of local people, their culture, local economies and the environment. It's important to remember that what may be acceptable behaviour, dress and language in your own country, may not be appropriate in another. Please keep this in mind while travelling.