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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

5.0 (11)

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$494

Mont Saint-Michel and Calvados Tasting Private Tour from Paris

Experience the charm of Normandy and the medieval splendor of Mont Saint-Michel on a full-day trip from Paris Overview Mont Saint-Michel with Calvados Tasting Private …More

Paris, France

4.8 (13)

Mont Saint-Michel and Calvados Tasting Private Tour from Paris

Experience the charm of Normandy and the medieval splendor of Mont Saint-Michel on a full-day trip from Paris Overview Mont Saint-Michel with Calvados Tasting Private...

11 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (13)

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$602

Private Tour of the D-Day Normandy Beaches

This private, curated day trip from Paris to Normandy gives you the opportunity to discover D-Day’s historic sites and hear stories from your guide that …More

Paris, France

4.4 (16)

Private Tour of the D-Day Normandy Beaches

This private, curated day trip from Paris to Normandy gives you the opportunity to discover D-Day’s historic sites and hear stories from your guide that...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.4 (16)

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$2,467

Private WW1 Canadian focused Tour including Vimy Ridge

From the towns of Arras or Albert we head out to the war scarred landscape of this region. The morning will be spent exploring the …More

Amiens, France

5.0 (30)

Private WW1 Canadian focused Tour including Vimy Ridge

From the towns of Arras or Albert we head out to the war scarred landscape of this region. The morning will be spent exploring the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (30)

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$514

Discovery Day in the footsteps of the Builder Monks

Discover a unique experience in the heart of the Marais Poitevin! I offer you a journey through time to meet History, nature and local flavors. …More

4.9 (37)

Discovery Day in the footsteps of the Builder Monks

Discover a unique experience in the heart of the Marais Poitevin! I offer you a journey through time to meet History, nature and local flavors....

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (37)

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$103

Bruges Day Trip with Audio Guide Option from Paris

Explore the “Petite Venise du Nord”, or Little Venice of the North - Bruges, Belgium on this self-guided tour. Enjoy your full day as you …More

Paris, France

4.5 (17)

Bruges Day Trip with Audio Guide Option from Paris

Explore the “Petite Venise du Nord”, or Little Venice of the North - Bruges, Belgium on this self-guided tour. Enjoy your full day as you...

14 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (17)

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$101

The Highlights of the Côte d'Azur with Tour Company recommended by Rick Steves

Breathtaking views, stunning villages, medieval atmosphere and all this in company of a Government licensed guide with 20 years of experience to explain you what …More

Nice, France

5.0 (20)

The Highlights of the Côte d'Azur with Tour Company recommended by Rick Steves

Breathtaking views, stunning villages, medieval atmosphere and all this in company of a Government licensed guide with 20 years of experience to explain you what...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (20)

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$1,378

Day Tour to Lagrasse village and Fontfroide Abbey.Private tour from Carcassonne.

This is the perfect tour for the travelers who loves miedieval ambiance, old stones, and quiet. The walks are easy, and the places are beautiful. …More

Carcassonne, France

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Day Tour to Lagrasse village and Fontfroide Abbey.Private tour from Carcassonne.

This is the perfect tour for the travelers who loves miedieval ambiance, old stones, and quiet. The walks are easy, and the places are beautiful....

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$228

Private day tour to Narbonne, Gruissan and Lagrasse village. From Carcassonne.

This tour is the Perfect combination between city break and nature! Enjoy the fervent covered market in Narbonne and the peace and quiet of Gruissan …More

Carcassonne, France

5.0 (3)

Private day tour to Narbonne, Gruissan and Lagrasse village. From Carcassonne.

This tour is the Perfect combination between city break and nature! Enjoy the fervent covered market in Narbonne and the peace and quiet of Gruissan...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$190

Australian and New Zealand Battlefield Day Tour in the Somme from Lille or Arras

Le Hamel where Sir John Monash used for the 1st time tanks and infantry on a modern way, Albert and Thiepval Memorial and Pozières, the …More

Arras, France

5.0 (9)

Australian and New Zealand Battlefield Day Tour in the Somme from Lille or Arras

Le Hamel where Sir John Monash used for the 1st time tanks and infantry on a modern way, Albert and Thiepval Memorial and Pozières, the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (9)

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$507

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

4.9 (10)

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

Villefranche Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Nice Eze Villefranche La Turbie and Monaco

In this 7-hour private tour, you will discover French Riviera main cities with your private guide. You will visit Nice, Villefranche, as well as the …More

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

5.0 (30)

Villefranche Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Nice Eze Villefranche La Turbie and Monaco

In this 7-hour private tour, you will discover French Riviera main cities with your private guide. You will visit Nice, Villefranche, as well as the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (30)

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$1,837

Loire Wine Day from Paris with Chambord Castle & 6 Tastings

Experience the magic of the Loire Valley on this full-day excursion, accompanied throughout the day by a wine expert guide, combining Renaissance architecture and local …More

Paris, France

5.0 (5)

Loire Wine Day from Paris with Chambord Castle & 6 Tastings

Experience the magic of the Loire Valley on this full-day excursion, accompanied throughout the day by a wine expert guide, combining Renaissance architecture and local...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$302

Pointe du Hoc, Omaha beach from Paris aboard a van (Private Tour)

Travel with your own group of passengers aboard a comfortable and air-conditioning minivan in a friendly atmosphere. (maximum 8 participants) Your guide will tell you …More

Paris, France

5.0 (1)

Pointe du Hoc, Omaha beach from Paris aboard a van (Private Tour)

Travel with your own group of passengers aboard a comfortable and air-conditioning minivan in a friendly atmosphere. (maximum 8 participants) Your guide will tell you...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$568

Private Luxury Wine Tour in Saint-Tropez and Provence

Elevate your holiday with a truly exclusive journey through the iconic vineyards of Saint-Topez and Provence. Leave the driving to us and settle into the …More

St-Tropez, France

5.0 (5)

Private Luxury Wine Tour in Saint-Tropez and Provence

Elevate your holiday with a truly exclusive journey through the iconic vineyards of Saint-Topez and Provence. Leave the driving to us and settle into the...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$108

Enjoy five food stops paired with French culinary specialties like our finest "charcuterie" (cold cuts) and cheeses or macaroons, chocolate, bread and much more... Depending …More

Dijon, France

4.7 (3)

Private Full Day Tour Burgundy Gourmet

Enjoy five food stops paired with French culinary specialties like our finest "charcuterie" (cold cuts) and cheeses or macaroons, chocolate, bread and much more... Depending...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (3)

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$302

Bruges Private Full Day Trip From Paris to Belgium

Bruges, often called the Venice of the North, is a city full of medieval charm, with picturesque canals, cobblestone streets, and historic architecture. Visitors can …More

Paris, France

5.0 (6)

Bruges Private Full Day Trip From Paris to Belgium

Bruges, often called the Venice of the North, is a city full of medieval charm, with picturesque canals, cobblestone streets, and historic architecture. Visitors can...

11 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$448

Verdun WWI Battle Site Region Full Day Private Tour

Start the day with a stop at the ossuary “La ferme de Navarin”, monument inaugurated by General Gouraud in 1924, in memory of French soldiers …More

Reims, France

5.0 (4)

Verdun WWI Battle Site Region Full Day Private Tour

Start the day with a stop at the ossuary “La ferme de Navarin”, monument inaugurated by General Gouraud in 1924, in memory of French soldiers...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (4)

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$270

Discovery of Sailing Porquerolles with meals included

Let yourself be tempted by a unique and unforgettable experience by booking a day aboard our sailboat, including meals and drinks. Embark on an exciting …More

5.0 (29)

Discovery of Sailing Porquerolles with meals included

Let yourself be tempted by a unique and unforgettable experience by booking a day aboard our sailboat, including meals and drinks. Embark on an exciting...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (29)

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$171

Strasbourg to Heidelberg and Baden-Baden Day Trip

Experience the romance of Heidelberg and the elegance of Baden-Baden on an intimate full-day trip from Strasbourg in a luxury van. With an expert English-speaking …More

Strasbourg, France

4.8 (11)

Strasbourg to Heidelberg and Baden-Baden Day Trip

Experience the romance of Heidelberg and the elegance of Baden-Baden on an intimate full-day trip from Strasbourg in a luxury van. With an expert English-speaking...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (11)

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$230

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