Bus Tours in France
France by coach covers ground! Imagine exploring Paris' monuments and museums, visiting Loire Valley châteaux, discovering Provence's lavender fields, touring Bordeaux's wine regions, or relaxing on Côte d'Azur. You're tasting regional specialties, seeing diverse French landscapes, and experiencing culture that changes by region. It’s charming in the best way possible.
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Mazen • traveled in August, 2025
Campanile Hotel at Limojes was not good , Mama Shelter Dijon their is no kettlefor boiling water and drink tea or coffee , Breakfast not good in the Novotel paris last day...At Veseley visit no good organization for passengers to take lunch My suggestion : better to do dinner at the beginning of trip and at the mid and at the end of trip..the guides and the drivers was excellent.
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Ray • traveled in October
l Little bit of rain, but didn't affect the trip at all Tour guide Mike was excellent Ray Pfeiffer
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Jon • traveled in September, 2025
We had a great tour with Nicolas and Gael all across France! Let's hit all the positives. Nicolas was a GREAT tour guide. He was knowledgable, warm, personable, and kept things moving along smoothly. Gael was an excellent driver of a very nice coach. The ride was smooth and even in traffic, Gael had everything under control. The local guides were terrific. I want to warn you though - this tour is exactly what it says. It's 21 cities in 12 days. And that's a grueling pace. Now, we got a taste of most of the best French locations, about 2 or 3 hours in each city along the way. It was like a tapas of France - you have enough time to get a good feel for the city you're in. We never felt rushed, but we never felt like we could just lounge around either. However, to keep this pace up for two weeks is a bit rough. We love the fact that we did this tour, and that we got to see all of these places. Having been there, we now know exactly which ones we want to go back to, and which ones we can skip next time. But never again! It's just too much for us senior citizens to have to haul our bags and unpack and repack almost every day. (There are a couple of times on the tour where you spend two glorious days in the same hotel, but those are few and far between!) Again, if this is what you want - to see most of France outside of Paris - then yes, this is a GREAT tour. We had a GREAT time, and this is exactly what we wanted to see/do. But, if you want more than a couple/three hours in each location, and you want to stay in one city for a few days as a base to explore others, than this tour is NOT for you.
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Magnificent France (26 destinations)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was very enjoyable due to the knowledgeable, fun, and helpful guides.”
kirk, traveled in August
Luxury coaches transport you to France's finest sites, from Loire Valley châteaux to Provence's ancient cities. The journey features Cité du Vin in Bordeaux, medieval Carcassonne's walls, and Savigny Castle's vehicle museums, plus comfortable hotels and 3 regional dinners.
Duration 10 days Destinations Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges, Sarlat-La-Caneda, BeynacSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$2,003
French Dream (including Beynac)
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip, great time.”
irit, traveled in July
Luxurious coach transportation whisks you through France's Loire Valley castles and medieval towns. The route extends from Blois to Bordeaux, featuring Chenonceau Castle, medieval Sarlat, and Saint-Emilion's vineyards, ending with a high-speed train return to Paris.
Duration 6 days Destinations Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges, Sarlat-La-Caneda, BeynacSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$1,274
From Paris' Champs-Élysées to Nice's Promenade des Anglais, this coach journey showcases France's diversity. Highlights include a Seine dinner cruise, Château des Ducs in Nantes, and medieval Carcassonne's battlements, plus a panoramic Marseille coastal drive.
Duration 11 days Destinations Paris, Nantes, Cognac, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Nimes, Les Baux de Provence, Marseille, Nice Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $3,589
4% Off- US$3,439You save $150
Grand Tour of France
86 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A well planned tour which took in so many interesting and inspiring places.”
Michael, traveled in September
A luxury coach equipped with free WiFi takes you through France's highlights, from Normandy's D-Day beaches to Loire Valley châteaux and medieval towns. Quality accommodations at Novotel La Defense in Paris and Mercure in Bordeaux complement expert-guided tours of UNESCO sites.
Duration 14 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Caen, Bayeux, Mont Saint-Michel, Angers, Amboise, Poitiers, La RochelleSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Cosmos From $3,479
7% Off- US$3,229You save $250
A premium mini-coach winds through France's scenic routes from Paris to Normandy's shores. The itinerary features Omaha Beach's American Cemetery, Mont Saint-Michel's island village, and Loire Valley châteaux including Château de Chenonceau.
Duration 10 days Destinations Paris, Giverny, Honfleur, Normandy Beach, Bayeux, Arromanches-les-Bains, Mont Saint-Michel, Dol-de-Bretagne, Dinan, AngersSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Blue-Roads Touring From $4,469
5% Off- US$4,246You save $223
Journey through France aboard a Wi-Fi equipped luxury coach, from Paris to Normandy's American Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Visit Omaha Beach's landing sites and Arromanches' Mulberry Harbour before exploring Loire Valley châteaux in comfort.
Duration 8 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux, Normandy Beach, Mont Saint-Michel, Chambord Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $2,650
10% Off- US$2,385You save $265
Start in Paris and head through Normandy, stopping at medieval Bayeux and the D-Day beaches before overnighting in Caen. Later, the route takes you through Loire Valley to see UNESCO-listed Château de Chambord, then on to Reims for Notre-Dame Cathedral and a tour of a historic champagne house.
Duration 7 days Destinations Paris, Bayeux, Omaha Beach, Caen, Normandy Beach, Orleans, Chambord, Reims, Chantilly, Nice Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From
10% Off- US$1,150
What our customers ask about Bus Tours in France
What are the key attractions covered on most coach tours in France?
Most France coach tours take travelers through an extensive network of the country's celebrated sites. In Paris you'll visit the essential landmarks: the Eiffel Tower Notre Dame and the Louvre. The route continues to the Loire Valley's grand châteaux such as Chambord and Chenonceau followed by the somber World War II sites in Normandy including Omaha Beach. The journey extends to ancient walled cities like Avignon and Carcassonne and through notable wine regions such as Bordeaux and Burgundy. Accommodations include well-located hotels like the Novotel Amboise in Loire Valley. As one TourRadar traveler notes "The itinerary hit all the must-see spots while also including lesser-known gems like the medieval village of Rocamadour."
What is the typical daily schedule like on a coach tour through France?
Each day begins with breakfast at 7-8am followed by departure for sightseeing around 8:30-9am. The typical route includes 2-3 daily stops at key locations with comfort breaks every few hours. A day in Provence for instance starts with the Roman amphitheater in Arles continues to Avignon's Pope's Palace for lunch and ends with wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Arrival at hotels like the Novotel Avignon Centre usually occurs by early evening. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Our guide Bruno organized everything perfectly with a great mix of sightseeing and free time to explore on our own."
What's the best season for a coach tour in France?
The prime touring season in France spans April through October. Spring brings mild temperatures perfect for exploring Loire Valley gardens while summer draws visitors to the French Riviera's beaches. Fall offers special appeal for wine enthusiasts particularly in Bordeaux and Burgundy during harvest. Hotels like Mercure Avignon Gare TGV serve as comfortable bases throughout the seasons. One TourRadar traveler shares: "We went in September and the weather was perfect - warm enough for the beach in Nice but not too hot for exploring cities."
How much ground do France coach tours typically cover?
Tours cover between 150-300 miles daily connecting major regions across France. A standard 9-day itinerary might begin in Paris move through Burgundy to Lyon then south to Provence and the Côte d'Azur. Stops include cultural centers like Avignon Arles and Nice with stays at properties such as the Mercure Nice Centre Vieux. A TourRadar review notes: "The routing was excellent - we got to see so much of France without feeling rushed and the coach was very comfortable for the longer stretches."
How do coach tours handle meals in France?
Daily breakfast comes standard at hotels along with several group dinners featuring local cuisine. Special dining experiences might include wine tastings in Bordeaux or dinner at a family-owned château in Loire Valley. Lunches are typically independent allowing for personal exploration of local eateries. One TourRadar traveler reports: "The included dinners were fantastic especially the welcome dinner in Paris and the regional wine tasting experiences."
How much free time is available during coach tours in France?
Tours balance structured sightseeing with independent exploration. Most itineraries allow 2-3 hours of free time in major cities plus several free evenings. In Paris a guided morning at the Louvre might be followed by afternoon freedom to wander Montmartre or shop the Champs-Élysées. A TourRadar guest notes: "Our guide Giovanna was excellent at balancing structured activities with free time - we had enough flexibility to explore on our own while still seeing all the major highlights."
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