France · 2-DAY EXPERIENCES
The 6 best 2-day experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride Nice Le Grand Tour for one or two days, taking in the Promenade des Anglais, Old Town, Port Lympia, and Villefranche. You can stay aboard for the 90-minute loop or hop off at any stop. An audio guide is available in eight languages, and drivers such as Jack and Olivier add friendly local color.
“On time and helpful driver. Took in the main sights.”
This 3-hour-45-minute afternoon tour from Colmar visits Hunawihr and Riquewihr before a cellar visit and tasting with an independent Alsatian winemaker. Guide Ana, also listed as Anna, explains local history, architecture, grape growing, and wine styles. The air-conditioned van holds no more than eight people, making this a friendly, focused way to see the Wine Route.
“Anna was very friendly and informative! She showed us around, drove us and communicated in both English and French to accommodate to our group of speakers. We learned a lot about wine as well as the history there and got to try some very interesting wine.”
See Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, and Cap d’Antibes from an open-top bus with UV-protected windows, retractable roofs, and an audio guide in 10 languages. Use a one or two-day pass at four stops, including the old town, Fort-Carré, Juan-les-Pins, and Garoupe Bay. Allow extra time for the coastal path and beach stops.
“Eine schöne Fahrt! Sehr schade ist, dass es zwar Kopfhörer mit Audioguide hat, aber sie funktionieren teilweise gar nicht oder sind viel zu leise eingestellt (max.!), sodass man fast nichts versteht.”
Join Arnaud of Ventourisme for a small-group half-day from Avignon to three Southern Rhône wine areas. Taste at least nine wines, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape reds and whites, and enjoy a local-farm picnic on eligible morning tours from April to October. Expect scenic drives, family estates, and plenty of practical wine talk.
“We had a great time at three tastings and a nice picnic lunch in the Chateauneuf Du Pape region of Cote Du Rhone. Our guide was great and the value was excellent. No worries of having to drive either. We also met the families that own and operated the vineyards, up to the tenth generation. Overall, highly recommend.”
Travel from Paris through Normandy and Brittany by air-conditioned coach. Walk Rouen and Saint-Malo, see Omaha Beach and the American cemetery, then tour Mont Saint-Michel. Guides such as Leila, Layla, Zoltran, and Amelie have led this route, which suits visitors wanting many major sights in one efficient trip.
“Our guide and driver were excellent (Layla and Brian). Layla was super knowledgeable and gave wonderful insights throughout the trip….fluent in both English and Spanish.”
Leave Paris for Mont Saint-Michel, then stay overnight near Angers before visiting Langeais, Chenonceau, and Chambord. You travel by air-conditioned bus, with monument tickets, breakfast, a guide, and a 4-star hotel included. English and Spanish tours are offered, though guides and buses change during the trip.
“Would have liked Jed a little more time at each castle to explore more rooms independently. Denote to Mont st Michel Claire’s accent and microphone effectiveness made much of her speaking lost. We were unable to see and follow her inside Mont St Michel so would suggest also purchasing or downloading an audioguide. Layla’s information was intriguing and understandable and she was helpful with tips.. Hotel accommodation was fine.”
Pick a monument, a coast or a cellar.
