La Francaise

Tour Overview

Imagine... a tour designed not only to take in the great sights of regional France, but one that will also immerse you in those wonderfully preserved medieval villages, sleepy chateaux, vineyards and local fresh produce markets bursting with ripe cheeses, pate and crusty French baguettes. This ‘French Affaire’ enjoys leisurely three night stays in both the Loire Valley and Bordeaux plus two night stays in the delightful Dordogne and Burgundy.  Highlights include visits to several magnificent chateaux in the Loire Valley, delightful seaside La Rochelle, the famous gourmet markets of Sarlat, Perigueux, on the River L'Isle, the old town of Beaune, historic Troyes, the Dordogne’s incredibly picturesque villages including Bezenac, Beynac, La Roc Gageac and Domme. This unique tour is packed with so many unusual visits and highlights, yet we have set aside quality leisure time to truly relax and savour the French way of doing things.  Enjoy the ambience, culture, magnificent sights, food and wine this country is so famous for.  Join us as we sip cognac in the town of Cognac and champagne in Champagne. Let’s face it, isn’t that why you are travelling to France?   Ahhh…C’est la vie!

Tour Highlights

• Stay 3 nights in the glorious Loire Valley


• See the magnificent chateau of Chambord


• Visit Chenonceaux Chateau and the gardens of Chateau Villandry


• Explore historic Blois, Saumur, Azay-le-Rideau, Leonardo’s Amboise and 13th century Angers


• Relax in seaside La Rochelle, St Emilion and Perigueux on the River L’Isle


• Enjoy 3 nights in Bordeaux and sample Medoc wines and Remy Martin in Cognac


• Experience the markets in Sarlat la Caneda and discover the sleepy villages of the Dordogne


• Visit a silk factory in Lyon 


• Stay in the old town of Beaune and visit Burgundy’s capital, Dijon


• Explore historic Troyes and Reims


• Sample Burgundy wines at Nuits St George and visit the Champagne ‘caves’ of Mercier

Tour Inclusions

• All excursions, scenic drives and sightseeing (as per the itinerary)


• Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager


• First class air-conditioned touring coach


• End of tour tips to Tour Manager and driver


• 13 nights selected accommodation as described


• Hotel porterage (1 bag per person)


• Welcome drink Paris


• Buffet breakfasts daily 


• 8 dinners including welcome and farewell dinners, and special Burgundian dinner in Beaune


• Tours and tastings through vineyards as described in the itinerary and Remy Martin Cognac tour


• Entrances: Chenonceaux Chateau and Gardens with audio guide, Chateau Villandry Gardens, Angers Castle, National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies, Lyon silk factory, Hospices de Beaune


• Quietvox personal audio system whilst on tour