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Q: Which France Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

France Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Self-Guided Tours In Nice With 100 Captivating Audio Stories Self-Guided Tours in Lyon with 100 Captivating Audio Stories The Little Train of Antibes Juan-les-Pins Paris The Montmartrain and Optional Seine River Cruise Visit Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon aboard a Double-Decker Bus View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which France Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These France Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Paris Private Custom Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems Private tour in Provence with your official tour guide! Private Tour in Dijon with your Official Tour Guide Private custom tour with a local guide in Bastia Private tour in Burgundy with your professional guide! View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Versailles Palace Tour & Optional Gardens Access from Paris

Explore the Palace of Versailles on a guided tour from Paris designed for a smooth, well-paced experience. With reserved, timed entry included, spend more time …More

Paris, France

4.4 (1,777)

Versailles Palace Tour & Optional Gardens Access from Paris

Explore the Palace of Versailles on a guided tour from Paris designed for a smooth, well-paced experience. With reserved, timed entry included, spend more time...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (1,777)

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$74

Discover the Principality of Monaco at night. Follow the coastal road and enjoy a panoramic views. Take a ride on the circuit of Monaco Formula …More

Nice, France

4.2 (74)

Monaco & Monte-Carlo by night

Discover the Principality of Monaco at night. Follow the coastal road and enjoy a panoramic views. Take a ride on the circuit of Monaco Formula...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.2 (74)

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$74

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

Giverny Monet’s Home and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris

Venture beyond Paris' city boundaries and get a unique perspective on French art and history on this half-day guided tour of Monet’s exquisite Giverny estate. …More

Paris, France

4.8 (3,078)

Giverny Monet’s Home and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris

Venture beyond Paris' city boundaries and get a unique perspective on French art and history on this half-day guided tour of Monet’s exquisite Giverny estate....

360 to 690 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (3,078)

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$76

Afternoon in Scandola and coves of Piana with stop in Girolata

Enjoy the 37 years of experience of our small family company for a different cruise. Embark with Dominique, the Corsican captain, and his son Joseph, …More

4.9 (137)

Afternoon in Scandola and coves of Piana with stop in Girolata

Enjoy the 37 years of experience of our small family company for a different cruise. Embark with Dominique, the Corsican captain, and his son Joseph,...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (137)

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$78

Friendly discovery of Scandola Calanques de Piana and meal stop at Girolata

Dominique, a local child, founded his small family business in 1989. For 37 years, he has been organizing sea walks from his village, Cargèse, ideal …More

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Friendly discovery of Scandola Calanques de Piana and meal stop at Girolata

Dominique, a local child, founded his small family business in 1989. For 37 years, he has been organizing sea walks from his village, Cargèse, ideal...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (169)

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$78

Paris: Hassle-Free Round-Trip Transfer for Cruisers in Le Havre

Our "Paris On Your Own" trip picks up directly outside the cruise ship terminal at the Port of Le Havre. We make it simple by …More

Le Havre, France

4.9 (11)

Paris: Hassle-Free Round-Trip Transfer for Cruisers in Le Havre

Our "Paris On Your Own" trip picks up directly outside the cruise ship terminal at the Port of Le Havre. We make it simple by...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (11)

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$79

Massive ride. Unfforgettable day trip ! Departing from Marseille we will leave for the day in the Calanques until Cassis. Wow effect guaranteed ! The …More

Marseille, France

4.7 (13)

Calanques National Park integral

Massive ride. Unfforgettable day trip ! Departing from Marseille we will leave for the day in the Calanques until Cassis. Wow effect guaranteed ! The...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (13)

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$80

Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

Join this half-day tour to the prestigious Palace of Versailles and Gardens. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. See the …More

Paris, France

4.8 (1,048)

Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

Join this half-day tour to the prestigious Palace of Versailles and Gardens. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. See the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,048)

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$102

From Sagon/Cargese: Scandola Girolata 30mns, Piana Swimming

For departures from Cargèse, please contact us after making the reservation) Departure from Sagone and Cargèse, just 40 minutes from the Ajaccio region, avoiding traffic …More

4.9 (33)

From Sagon/Cargese: Scandola Girolata 30mns, Piana Swimming

For departures from Cargèse, please contact us after making the reservation) Departure from Sagone and Cargèse, just 40 minutes from the Ajaccio region, avoiding traffic...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (33)

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$80

Private Half-day Trip: Eze and Monaco from Nice by Minivan

Even if time is tight it's easy to take a quick four-hour tour to Monaco in the morning or afternoon. Experience panoramic views from the …More

Nice, France

5.0 (21)

Private Half-day Trip: Eze and Monaco from Nice by Minivan

Even if time is tight it's easy to take a quick four-hour tour to Monaco in the morning or afternoon. Experience panoramic views from the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$81

Saint Jean Pied de Port / Baigorry: On the pilgrims' route

Visit of Saint Jean Pied de Port classified among one of the most beautiful of France. Unmissable step of the pilgrimage to St Jacques you …More

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Saint Jean Pied de Port / Baigorry: On the pilgrims' route

Visit of Saint Jean Pied de Port classified among one of the most beautiful of France. Unmissable step of the pilgrimage to St Jacques you...

5 hours Free Cancellation

3.5 (2)

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$81

From Cherbourg Cruise Port: D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion

Discover the D-Day Landing Beaches, officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since July 2026, honoring one of the most significant places in world …More

Mont-St-Michel, France

4.9 (79)

From Cherbourg Cruise Port: D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion

Discover the D-Day Landing Beaches, officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since July 2026, honoring one of the most significant places in world...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (79)

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$81

Le Havre to Paris with Boat Cruise & Lunch for First Time Visitor

Explore the highlights of Paris on this comprehensive shore excursion from Le Havre. Begin your day at the iconic Eiffel Tower before enjoying a scenic …More

Le Havre, France

4.9 (30)

Le Havre to Paris with Boat Cruise & Lunch for First Time Visitor

Explore the highlights of Paris on this comprehensive shore excursion from Le Havre. Begin your day at the iconic Eiffel Tower before enjoying a scenic...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (30)

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$81

Discover Bordeaux Your Way A Relaxed Day Trip from Le Verdon

Looking for a fun and flexible way to enjoy Bordeaux during your cruise stop? This round‑trip transfer from Le Verdon brings you comfortably into the …More

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Discover Bordeaux Your Way A Relaxed Day Trip from Le Verdon

Looking for a fun and flexible way to enjoy Bordeaux during your cruise stop? This round‑trip transfer from Le Verdon brings you comfortably into the...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

3.0 (2)

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$81

Private Medoc Full-Day tour, from Bordeaux

We propose to create a tailor-made day, to go and discover the magic of Médoc Châteaux and vineyard. We will adapt to your wishes in …More

Bordeaux, France

5.0 (19)

Private Medoc Full-Day tour, from Bordeaux

We propose to create a tailor-made day, to go and discover the magic of Médoc Châteaux and vineyard. We will adapt to your wishes in...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$82

Bertrand Bosc wine and food tour in Pic St Loup

A wine tour to Pic Saint Loup......scenic route, small group and with a local guide...... Enjoy and explore the Montpellier countryside. Off the beaten track …More

Montpellier, France

5.0 (248)

Bertrand Bosc wine and food tour in Pic St Loup

A wine tour to Pic Saint Loup......scenic route, small group and with a local guide...... Enjoy and explore the Montpellier countryside. Off the beaten track...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (248)

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$85

Half day Guided Tour: Monaco and Èze from Nice - local Highlights

This tour is unique because it combines: Two very different atmospheres: the medieval authenticity of Eze and the cosmopolitan luxury of Monaco. Spectacular natural panoramas …More

Nice, France

4.9 (29)

Half day Guided Tour: Monaco and Èze from Nice - local Highlights

This tour is unique because it combines: Two very different atmospheres: the medieval authenticity of Eze and the cosmopolitan luxury of Monaco. Spectacular natural panoramas...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (29)

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$85

French Riviera in One Day from Nice shared tour

Discover the French Riviera during this guided tour of the Côte d'Azur. Enjoy the village of Èze, explore Monaco, Monte Carlo and visit Antibes and …More

Nice, France

4.5 (501)

French Riviera in One Day from Nice shared tour

Discover the French Riviera during this guided tour of the Côte d'Azur. Enjoy the village of Èze, explore Monaco, Monte Carlo and visit Antibes and...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (501)

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$86

Private Excursion to Monaco and Eze from Nice

Explore the splendor of the French Riviera with our excursion to Eze and Monaco. Discover Eze, a medieval clifftop town. Ablaze with breathtaking views. Stroll …More

Nice, France

5.0 (1)

Private Excursion to Monaco and Eze from Nice

Explore the splendor of the French Riviera with our excursion to Eze and Monaco. Discover Eze, a medieval clifftop town. Ablaze with breathtaking views. Stroll...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$86

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Which France Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which France Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

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I need a ride! Which France Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more France trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in France?