France: Castles, Coasts & Croissants
11 days, 4 cities | From $2,989 $2,739 before flights($250 off) | Estimated biweekly payments as low as $105
Which trip style is right for you?
Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For social butterflies who thrive on meeting other people.
Plus: Stay with just one other person in 3 or 4-star hotels. Perfect for couples or anyone who enjoys recharging in their own space.
Why go?
This trip is culture meets history meets buttery carbs. From classic hits like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, to fascinating WWII history on the beaches of Normandy and world-famous vineyards of the Loire Valley—this is France like it’s meant to be seen.
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
- 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 9 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- 4 insider tours with local guides
- Cheese and cider tasting in Honfleur
- Entrance to Church of St. Joan of Arc, Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, and more
Picture yourself
- Picnicking by the Eiffel Tower, sipping champagne
- Shopping along Champs-Élysées
- Walking on Omaha Beach, exploring World War II history
- Watching the sea levels change around the island of Mont-Saint-Michel
- Oohing, aahing, and drinking wine in the Loire Valley
Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight flight
Dream croissant dreams on your overnight flight to Paris.
Day 2: Arrive in Paris
Welcome to Paris, also known as the City of Lights. Cue the French café music and ready your appetite—it’s going to be magnificent.
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your accommodation to check in and check out your room.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers.
Chat with a Trip Expert!
1-800-766-2645
Monday–Thursday, 9am–7pm ET
Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET
Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
Traveler photos
Reviews
Overall rating based on 30 traveler reviews
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I recently returned from an incredible trip through France, and it was everything I could have hoped for and more! Every moment was packed with stunning sights, rich history, and delicious food. From the iconic landmarks in Paris to the peaceful countryside and emotional WWII...
Highlights were Mont St Michel, Cheateau Chenonceau, and the Caberet show in Paris. My only critique is that I felt like a couple of days by the coast could have been planned to do more exciting activities. Wine tasting in Loire Valley is also worth planning for!
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Overall an amazing trip :) Very chill vibes, I’m not one for partying and this trip was more my speed. We learned about so much history from WWII to revolutionary France, it was incredible!! I definitely recommend Maurizio if you get him as a guide, a really great knowledgeable...
Overall this trip was great! This was my 8th trip with EF and did not disappoint. This is definitely a trip for history lovers and people who aren’t into partying or big city experiences as we visited many small cities (besides Paris) and were in bed at a decent time each night...
France is a phenomenal country, and this trip is such a great way to get introduced to the northern part of this country. I loved the food, the sights, and the chance to speak a language I’ve been learning nearly half my life!
Best trip ever!! Magda was my tour guide and she was so sweet and kind and helpful. This trip was so informative and the sights were beautiful.
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| Date | Trip type | Price |
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| 2025 | ||
$3,369 | ||
$3,369 | ||
$2,849, $200 off $3,049 | ||
$2,849, $200 off $3,049 | ||
| 2026 | ||
$2,899 | ||
4 left at this price | $3,059, $250 off $3,309 | |
4 left at this price | $2,859, $250 off $3,109 | |
3 left at this price | $2,739, $250 off $2,989 | |
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