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WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy

Our private guided tours stand out due to their personalized and private natures, offering a more intimate and tailored experience for our guests. This exclusivity …More

Mont-St-Michel, France

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WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy

Our private guided tours stand out due to their personalized and private natures, offering a more intimate and tailored experience for our guests. This exclusivity...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$867

Normandy American D-Day Beaches Small Group Day Trip from Paris

Take a full-day excursion from Paris to Normandy and discover the history of World War II by visiting the iconic D-Day Landing Beaches. This moving …More

Paris, France

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Normandy American D-Day Beaches Small Group Day Trip from Paris

Take a full-day excursion from Paris to Normandy and discover the history of World War II by visiting the iconic D-Day Landing Beaches. This moving...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.2 (39)

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$233

Villages of Saint-Rémy, Les Baux de Provence & the Pont du Gard

You will spend an unforgettable day on this excursion to the heart of the Alpilles, passing through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a charming village with historic streets and …More

Avignon, France

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Villages of Saint-Rémy, Les Baux de Provence & the Pont du Gard

You will spend an unforgettable day on this excursion to the heart of the Alpilles, passing through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a charming village with historic streets and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (6)

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$106

From Avignon: A day in Arles and Les Baux-de-Provence

⚠️ New vehicle starting in March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and I will be your native guide in this magnificent Provence. …More

Avignon, France

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From Avignon: A day in Arles and Les Baux-de-Provence

⚠️ New vehicle starting in March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and I will be your native guide in this magnificent Provence....

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$136

From Avignon: A day in Pont du Gard and Orange

⚠️ New vehicle starting in March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and I will be your native guide in this magnificent Provence. …More

Avignon, France

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From Avignon: A day in Pont du Gard and Orange

⚠️ New vehicle starting in March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and I will be your native guide in this magnificent Provence....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (16)

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$124

Private tour in Aix-en-Provence, Marseille and Cassis!

Maximize your stopover in Marseille with the best panoramic tour to discover Aix en Provence, Marseille and Cassis. Explore Aix en Provence with your private …More

Marseille, France

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Private tour in Aix-en-Provence, Marseille and Cassis!

Maximize your stopover in Marseille with the best panoramic tour to discover Aix en Provence, Marseille and Cassis. Explore Aix en Provence with your private...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (49)

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$205

This tour is a fantastic opportunity to enter into the magic of this golden coulour spirit, reknowed worldwide ! We will open the doors of …More

Bordeaux, France

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From Bordeaux: Cognac private tour

This tour is a fantastic opportunity to enter into the magic of this golden coulour spirit, reknowed worldwide ! We will open the doors of...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$98

Private Full Day Tour of the Somme Battlefields

Starting in the beautiful towns of Arras or Albert we head to the notorious battlefield of the 1916 Somme offensive. From trenches to memorials we …More

Amiens, France

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Private Full Day Tour of the Somme Battlefields

Starting in the beautiful towns of Arras or Albert we head to the notorious battlefield of the 1916 Somme offensive. From trenches to memorials we...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$514

English Speaking Loire Winery Tours originating from Chinon

Let us take you to some of the best vineyards in the area - Chinon, Saumur, Bourgueil - and discover the amazing wines - whites, …More

Saumur, France

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English Speaking Loire Winery Tours originating from Chinon

Let us take you to some of the best vineyards in the area - Chinon, Saumur, Bourgueil - and discover the amazing wines - whites,...

3 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$276

Loire Valley 3 Best Castles and Wine Tasting Private from Paris

Choose our tour to the Loire Valley for a unique blend of historic castles, picturesque landscapes, and exquisite French cuisine. With professional guides, comfortable transportation, …More

Paris, France

5.0 (11)

Loire Valley 3 Best Castles and Wine Tasting Private from Paris

Choose our tour to the Loire Valley for a unique blend of historic castles, picturesque landscapes, and exquisite French cuisine. With professional guides, comfortable transportation,...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$494

Discovery day in the footsteps of Baudet du Poitou

"Le Marais Poitevin by bike: an immersion in the heart of local life I invite you to discover the Marais Poitevin from an unprecedented angle, …More

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Discovery day in the footsteps of Baudet du Poitou

"Le Marais Poitevin by bike: an immersion in the heart of local life I invite you to discover the Marais Poitevin from an unprecedented angle,...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$103

Toulouse : Carcassonne Day Trip by Coach with audio guides

Step back in time and discover one of Europe's most iconic medieval cities. Just 1 hour from Toulouse, Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site …More

Toulouse, France

3.8 (78)

Toulouse : Carcassonne Day Trip by Coach with audio guides

Step back in time and discover one of Europe's most iconic medieval cities. Just 1 hour from Toulouse, Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site...

1 day Free Cancellation

3.8 (78)

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$34

Toulouse : Albi and Cordes/Ciel Day Trip with audio guides

Two cities. One unforgettable day. Leave Toulouse and discover Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage city, and Cordes-sur-Ciel, one of France's most beautiful villages. ️ Albi …More

Toulouse, France

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Toulouse : Albi and Cordes/Ciel Day Trip with audio guides

Two cities. One unforgettable day. Leave Toulouse and discover Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage city, and Cordes-sur-Ciel, one of France's most beautiful villages. ️ Albi...

1 day Free Cancellation

4.2 (75)

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$34

Beaujolais Day Guided Tour - Winery Tours and Tastings

A unique guided tour to meet Beaujolais winemakers. Explore the region from South to North via Oingt, one of the most beautiful villages in France! …More

Lyon, France

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Beaujolais Day Guided Tour - Winery Tours and Tastings

A unique guided tour to meet Beaujolais winemakers. Explore the region from South to North via Oingt, one of the most beautiful villages in France!...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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$181

Paris in 4 Hours: Montmartre, Eiffel Tower & Notre-Dame

This isn't about racing through a checklist of monuments. It's about experiencing the Paris you came to see — the views, neighbourhoods, stories, cafés, hidden …More

Paris, France

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Paris in 4 Hours: Montmartre, Eiffel Tower & Notre-Dame

This isn't about racing through a checklist of monuments. It's about experiencing the Paris you came to see — the views, neighbourhoods, stories, cafés, hidden...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$74

Full Private British/Canadian Day Tour in Bayeux

A Private guided tour to the British and Canadian invasion beaches. See where those brave young men landed and fought . Your guide will explain …More

Bayeux, France

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Full Private British/Canadian Day Tour in Bayeux

A Private guided tour to the British and Canadian invasion beaches. See where those brave young men landed and fought . Your guide will explain...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$917

Belleau Wood and the involvement of the US Marines, the Second Battle of the Marne

This full-day private tour will immerse you in the history of one of the bloodiest battles of WWI. For the first time in Europe the …More

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Belleau Wood and the involvement of the US Marines, the Second Battle of the Marne

This full-day private tour will immerse you in the history of one of the bloodiest battles of WWI. For the first time in Europe the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (2)

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$636

The 3 wonders of Christmas markets. Come and explore the magic of Christmas in Alsace . During the Christmas markets you can discover different typical villages …More

Colmar, France

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Christmas Market Tour from Colmar

The 3 wonders of Christmas markets. Come and explore the magic of Christmas in Alsace . During the Christmas markets you can discover different typical villages...

9 hours Free Cancellation

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$148

Private tour on the French Riviera with comfortable minivan.MONACO NICE ST PAUL

DREAM TOURS – Discover the French Riviera differently! Since 1998, Dream Tours has been sharing the beauty and hidden gems of Monaco and the French …More

Villefranche-sur-Mer, Monaco

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Private tour on the French Riviera with comfortable minivan.MONACO NICE ST PAUL

DREAM TOURS – Discover the French Riviera differently! Since 1998, Dream Tours has been sharing the beauty and hidden gems of Monaco and the French...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$850

Loire Valley Castles Tour with Chambord and Chenonceau from Paris

Step back into the French Renaissance on this comprehensive full-day exploration of the Loire Valley, the "Garden of France." Departing from the heart of Paris …More

Paris, France

4.4 (21)

Loire Valley Castles Tour with Chambord and Chenonceau from Paris

Step back into the French Renaissance on this comprehensive full-day exploration of the Loire Valley, the "Garden of France." Departing from the heart of Paris...

13 hours Free Cancellation

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$224

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