Arrive in Paris, France’s capital city. Known as both the City of Light and the City of Love, Paris is a global center for culture, art, gastronomy, and fashion. Experience all of this and more over the next few days as you explore this magnificent city. Your private guide will be waiting to transfer you to your charming boutique hotel located near the Grands Boulevards. Once you’ve had a chance to check in and get settled, head out on a private bike tour of the city. Cycle along the Seine, past the Notre Dame, through the Jardin Du Luxembourg, and around quaint Parisian neighborhoods to get the lay of the land for the coming days.

See the iconic sites of Paris on a privately guided walking tour. Start at the Trocadero for classic views of the Eiffel Tower, then head toward the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees. Stroll through the Tuileries Garden and past the Louvre before making your way to the hip Marais district and the small, winding alleys of the old town. Enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure wandering the streets, or simply do as the Parisians do and sit at a café to sip a coffee or a glass of wine as you watch the world go by.

Wander the sprawling Louvre Museum with an art historian as your private guide. See such iconic works as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and The Raft of the Medusa, as well as some of the thousands of other works, showcased here. Enjoy some time at leisure to peruse the museum, then make your way to Montmartre. This neighborhood of Paris is known for the artists who lived here a century ago: Monet, Degas, Toulouse-Lautrec, Van Gogh, Picasso, and others. All lived, worked, or had studios in or around Montmartre. The oldest vineyard in Paris is also in Montmartre, and together with your guide, you’ll explore the cobblestone streets of this bohemian village as you stop to taste wines and learn about the artists who called this place home.

Sample world-class Parisian cuisine on a private walking tour of the local markets. Taste a variety of local delicacies such as meats, cheeses, breads, and pastries while learning about the importance of these foods in local culture. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon to digest!

Journey by train to Avignon, in the heart of Provence. Once a seat of power for the Catholic Church, the medieval walled city of Avignon is full of history and is a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Your private local guide will be waiting to take you on a walking tour of the city. Explore the Pope’s Palace and the Saint Bénézet Bridge, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Wander the cobbled streets and squares and take in the magic of this little town on the Rhone River.