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Saint-Raphaël | Signature Day | Iles de Lérins & Estérel

Take a day out by catamaran to the islands of Lérins de Cannes. Hop on board and let yourself be carried away by a sea …More

Fréjus Saint-Raphaël, France

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Saint-Raphaël | Signature Day | Iles de Lérins & Estérel

Take a day out by catamaran to the islands of Lérins de Cannes. Hop on board and let yourself be carried away by a sea...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$170

Backroads to Omaha: D-Day E-Bike & Cemetery Private Tour

We start at the foot of Bayeux Cathedral, consecrated in 1077 in the presence of William the Conqueror, then leave the town behind onto backroads …More

Bayeux, France

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Backroads to Omaha: D-Day E-Bike & Cemetery Private Tour

We start at the foot of Bayeux Cathedral, consecrated in 1077 in the presence of William the Conqueror, then leave the town behind onto backroads...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$179

Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo Full day Private tour

Drive through the East Coast of Nice between sea and hills with unforgettable views to Eze-Village, Monaco and Monte-Carlo …More

Nice, France

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Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo Full day Private tour

Drive through the East Coast of Nice between sea and hills with unforgettable views to Eze-Village, Monaco and Monte-Carlo...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$942

Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Paris

Luxury Private Tour of Bruges & Ghent from Paris. Are you ready to discover two of Belgium’s most beautiful and historic cities in one unforgettable …More

Paris, France

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Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Paris

Luxury Private Tour of Bruges & Ghent from Paris. Are you ready to discover two of Belgium’s most beautiful and historic cities in one unforgettable...

6 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,371

Bordeaux to Lascaux and Dordogne Valley Private Sightseeing Tour

Depart from Bordeaux - your hotel; train station; or cruise ship Lascaux Cavern in Dordogne is an unforgettable experience! Over 600 paintings cover the interior …More

Bordeaux, France

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Bordeaux to Lascaux and Dordogne Valley Private Sightseeing Tour

Depart from Bordeaux - your hotel; train station; or cruise ship Lascaux Cavern in Dordogne is an unforgettable experience! Over 600 paintings cover the interior...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,453

Bordeaux to Dordogne - Private Tour: Fortified Castles and Medieval Villages

Depart from Bordeaux Visit Dordogne & the Perigord – the most beautiful region in France! Discover 12th century fortified castles and charming medieval fortified villages …More

Bordeaux, France

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Bordeaux to Dordogne - Private Tour: Fortified Castles and Medieval Villages

Depart from Bordeaux Visit Dordogne & the Perigord – the most beautiful region in France! Discover 12th century fortified castles and charming medieval fortified villages...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,432

Palace of Versailles 8-hour Tour From Paris

You probably have only half a day to dedicate to the visit of Versailles palace, the most visited castle in France.This private tour departing from …More

Paris, France

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Palace of Versailles 8-hour Tour From Paris

You probably have only half a day to dedicate to the visit of Versailles palace, the most visited castle in France.This private tour departing from...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$198

The very best of French Riviera in one day – Cannes, Antibes, Nice, Eze, Monaco

The French Riviera is the Mediterranean coastline of the southeast corner of France. At the heart of Europe, between the Southern Alps and the Mediterranean, …More

Cannes, France

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The very best of French Riviera in one day – Cannes, Antibes, Nice, Eze, Monaco

The French Riviera is the Mediterranean coastline of the southeast corner of France. At the heart of Europe, between the Southern Alps and the Mediterranean,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$381

Private tour of the battlefields of Verdun from Paris in Van (2/7 travelers)

• Travel with your own group (7 participants maximum) and embark with your driver and guide "Régis" aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan. • In …More

Paris, France

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Private tour of the battlefields of Verdun from Paris in Van (2/7 travelers)

• Travel with your own group (7 participants maximum) and embark with your driver and guide "Régis" aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan. • In...

13 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$455

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

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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

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$191

Champagne Day Trip from Paris: Private Transfer, Lunch & Tastings

Spend a full day in the Champagne region on a private day trip from Paris, focused on good wine, good food, and learning without rushing. …More

Paris, France

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Champagne Day Trip from Paris: Private Transfer, Lunch & Tastings

Spend a full day in the Champagne region on a private day trip from Paris, focused on good wine, good food, and learning without rushing....

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$678

Shore Excursion in Monaco Monte Carlo and Eze from Villefranche

Meet your guide at the Villefranche-sur-Mer cruise terminal and set off on a dynamic tour to Èze, Monaco and Monte Carlo. Travel in an air-conditioned …More

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

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Shore Excursion in Monaco Monte Carlo and Eze from Villefranche

Meet your guide at the Villefranche-sur-Mer cruise terminal and set off on a dynamic tour to Èze, Monaco and Monte Carlo. Travel in an air-conditioned...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$171

Full Day French Riviera & Monaco With Wine Tasting and Boat Tour

This is a unique tour that makes your day unforgettable through a whole journey from spectacular sights on land as well as on sea. You …More

Nice, France

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Full Day French Riviera & Monaco With Wine Tasting and Boat Tour

This is a unique tour that makes your day unforgettable through a whole journey from spectacular sights on land as well as on sea. You...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,831

We know Bordeaux and the vintners personally! We live here. Experience Bordeaux's most celebrated appellations — Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe up close. We combine stunning …More

Bordeaux, France

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Medoc Private Wine Tour

We know Bordeaux and the vintners personally! We live here. Experience Bordeaux's most celebrated appellations — Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe up close. We combine stunning...

5 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$451

Private discovery of Provence in 1 day from Aix en Provence

We cross Provence in one day. Circuit both cultural and historical with varied landscapes throughout the day. Possibility of making an à la carte circuit …More

Aix-en-Provence, France

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Private discovery of Provence in 1 day from Aix en Provence

We cross Provence in one day. Circuit both cultural and historical with varied landscapes throughout the day. Possibility of making an à la carte circuit...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$850

Cassis, Winery visit & Calanques from Aix en Provence.

Come and discover the beauty of the Parc des Calanques during a boat ride on this Private Day Tour and visit the village of Cassis …More

Aix-en-Provence, France

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Cassis, Winery visit & Calanques from Aix en Provence.

Come and discover the beauty of the Parc des Calanques during a boat ride on this Private Day Tour and visit the village of Cassis...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$737

Glass Blowers, Art Galleries and Medieval Villages on the Riviera

Discover the secrets of glass blowers in the most famous factory in the town of Biot, discover the local medieval village of Cagnes sur Mer …More

Nice, France

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Glass Blowers, Art Galleries and Medieval Villages on the Riviera

Discover the secrets of glass blowers in the most famous factory in the town of Biot, discover the local medieval village of Cagnes sur Mer...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

Taste of Provence, Countryside Villages - Half Day Private Tour

Visit some of the most popular villages in Provence. Discover Saint Paul de Vence the jewel of Provence, Gourdon the highest village on the Riviera …More

Nice, France

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Taste of Provence, Countryside Villages - Half Day Private Tour

Visit some of the most popular villages in Provence. Discover Saint Paul de Vence the jewel of Provence, Gourdon the highest village on the Riviera...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$503

Food and Champagne Experience from Reims (Private full day tour)

Playful workshop to discover the different aromas of Champagne and its 3 emblematic grape varieties : Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. 15 commented tastings (9 …More

Reims, France

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Food and Champagne Experience from Reims (Private full day tour)

Playful workshop to discover the different aromas of Champagne and its 3 emblematic grape varieties : Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. 15 commented tastings (9...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$857

Ruinart Champagne Reims Private Half day trip from Paris

Discover the prestige of Champagne on a luxurious day trip from Paris. Travel through scenic vineyards to Maison Ruinart, the oldest Champagne house (est. 1729). …More

Paris, France

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Ruinart Champagne Reims Private Half day trip from Paris

Discover the prestige of Champagne on a luxurious day trip from Paris. Travel through scenic vineyards to Maison Ruinart, the oldest Champagne house (est. 1729)....

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$498

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

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