Take a pilgrimage to Normandy's historic D-Day landing beaches, shop till you drop in the 'City of Light' or journey through picturesque Provence when you take a guided holiday or small group tour to France. Savour the world’s finest cuisine and Bordeaux wines, stroll through the stunning gardens and interiors of French châteaux, and explore the chic towns dotted along the French Riviera.
Explore has been taking small groups on adventure holidays all over the world for almost 40 years. The expert team, at home and overseas, works together...more to create itineraries that leave you feeling that you’ve really explored a destination rather than just visited. You’ll see the highlights, the must-sees, of course. But you’ll also get away from the beaten track, and get a different perspective on your destination. You’ll get closer to a place, its people and cultures. Our small groups are typically 12 people – small enough to get right into the heart of your destination, but big enough to find like-minded people to share your experiences with. And the glue that holds these groups together is our local tour leaders, who are uniquely placed to add individual and spontaneous moments to each trips – moments that stay with you long after you return home. All sorts of people travel with Explore – our groups are usually a mix of solos, couples and friends. What unites them is their adventurous spirit and thirst for real travel experiences. We provide authentic small-group travel, designed by experts and led by experts, with sustainability at its heart and a common desire for unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re on a cultural tour of Lebanon, cycling in Vietnam, walking in Italy or exploring Costa Rica with your family, when you’re travelling with Explore you know that you’re in good hands.
At Exodus, we love adventure travel and always have. Discovering countries, cultures, environments, cities, mountain ranges, deserts, coasts and jungles;...more exploring this amazing planet we all live on. We know what makes you tick when it comes to holidays. It’s a desire shared by so many others. A yearning to visit new places and come home with a real sense of what they’re all about. This means delving into local traditions, cultures, cuisine, lifestyles – anything that contributes to its unique identity. At the same time, we always remember that we are only guests. So we travel courteously and respectfully, in smaller groups to minimise our impact, to ensure that every Exodus holiday is a beneficial experience for everyone involved.
We are the world’s leading and most awarded travel brand spanning all 7 continents of the globe. From the iconic to the unexpected our guests connect to...more the real depth of the places we go. They will break bread with the locals at our exclusive Be My Guest experiences and unlock local secrets of our Travel Directors and Local Specialists. Everything is taken care of, so they travel with true ease and get the real thing without worrying about a thing. We consider how we can positively impact the communities we engage with. Through our JoinTrafalgar initiatives powered by TreadRight, guests don’t just leave footprints on the ground, but leave a lasting legacy for the betterment of locals and the future of their communities. It’s 72 years of destination experience and feedback from over 5 million happy guests that fuels our innovation to continually delivery simply the best holidays.
Discover Must do experiences and highlights on a tour of France
Grandeur at the Chateau of Versailles
Experience the opulent grandeur of pre-revolution French life at The Chateau of Versailles. Explore the stately rooms and perfectly manicured gardens of Louis XIV’s palatial home.
A Gourmet View of Paris
Indulge your senses in pâtisseries, boulangeries, chocolatiers, and boutique cheese shops when you explore Paris on a gourmet foodie tour with a local connoissuer.
Explore the historic Papal Palace and Pont Du Gard, wander through the beautiful town of Aix-en-Provence and catch the aroma of lavender fields made famous by artists.
Escargot on the Pavement
Sample your first bowl of escargot on the pavement at the front of a Parisian café. Enjoy the flavours of the garlic butter and wine while you watch the locals walk by. Bon Appetite!
Memorials of Normandy
Breathe in the inspiration of Monet’s Garden in Giverny, see the Bayeux Tapestry and be moved by the Allied war cemeteries, museums, and beaches where so many lost their lives in WWII landings.
Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their France tours
Great Tour of the Western Front Garry and Louise , VIC, Australia, Apr 2025
Our tour guide Nic was fantastic, an absolute fountain of knowledge. The dawn service is organised by DVA and could not have been better. Tour is highly recommended.
Lovely tour through Provence Lynn, VIC, Australia, Sep 2024
Really enjoyed this small groups tour through Provence. Albert our guide was great and I learnt a lot from him along with visiting many beautiful towns and villages.
Wonderful fairytale tour Pamela, NSW, Australia, Aug 2024
I had a wonderful time in the Loire Valley - lots of beautiful fairytale castles, walking, beautiful French food, wine - what’s not to like. My only concern coming from Australia was that transfers were not automatically available from Tours - the major town in the Loire. Otherwise a wonderful trip.
A superb part of France Alick, SA, Australia, Jun 2024
The highlights of the tour included Mont St Michel, the magnificent Loire valley castles of Chenonceau and Chambord, Monet's garden, although very crowded, the farewell Seine river cruise dinner, the Normandy landing beaches and Versailles. Globus provided high level accommodation, and I would like to travel with them again in 2025. The tour missed ...read more out on extreme weather, and even though we were there in late June, did not wear shorts on any day. However, most venues were crowded. Hannah and Global Journeys were efficient, as before, in organising all land travel.
Our multi-day guided tours from Paris will take you to some of most scenic destinations in France and through Europe. Explore the highlights of Paris, visit the French Riviera, tour through the French countryside, wander the gardens of beautiful chateaux. Explore historic and battlefield...
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