Northern France Tours & Trips
Cycling past Loire Valley châteaux is like pedaling through a history book, except better because you can stop for wine. Monet's gardens at Giverny are stunning, and the D-Day beaches in Normandy hit different when you're standing there. Versailles is ridiculously opulent, Mont-Saint-Michel rising from the sea looks like something from a fantasy novel, and medieval Rouen's got those half-timbered houses everywhere. Northern France delivers.
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We realized that Tourradar was not really the group for us. It was costly getting to the venues to meet the excursions. Because we're in our 70s we would never try to do that again. Th e places we visted were amazing (Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Versailles). To have our City tour delayed from 315 to 1015 was nuts. Who wants to see Paris in the dark (maybe many??:-( It was too late for us and we skipped it. I personally should not have gone to Mont St Michelle. All those steps were hard on my already hurting back/hips.
Paris and VersaillesIncredibly well organized and executed. The stops were excellent choices and enjoyable to see.
Normandy D-Day Beaches, Mont Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Châteaux: 3-Day Guided Tour from Paris with Hotel Pick-UpAs They say, you get what you pay for! The CEO was great ! We could not have asked for more. The accommodations in Bayeux were the poorest and most uncomfortable. The TV mounted on the wall in front of the twin beds made it impossible to pass during a night time visit to the toilet without banging your head. The tour bus to needs new shocks !! Charge a little more, fix the above, add some professional guide time at sites and some photo opportunity stops.
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- French Christmas Markets
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- Normandy, Brittany & The Loire Valley
- The Seine: From Paris to the Norman Coast (port-to-port cruise)
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- France | Normandy, Paris & D-Day Coast | Seine River Cruise & Bike Tour | Bike & Boat
- The Rouen Armada and the most beautiful stops along the Seine Valley (port-to-port cruise)
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- WWI and WWII Battlefields
- From the Côte Fleurie beaches to Paris (port-to-port cruise) (from Honfleur to Paris)
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The best Northern France tour packages
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MelissaNorthern France travel expert at TourRadar
Duration 3 days Destinations Paris, Giverny, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Mont Saint-Michel, Fougeres, Chartres Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$483
4 Day Paris Including Versailles Day
“STM was very helpful! their response is very fast.”
Ricardo, traveled in May
Duration 4 days Destinations Paris, Versailles Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,070
27% Off- US$781
Northern France's historic landmarks await on this 3-day cultural tour at approx. $130 per day. Paris serves as the gateway to Semur-en-Auxois's ancient walls and Noyers-sur-Serein's half-timbered houses. Enjoy included breakfast buffets and expert English-speaking guides across five distinct French cities.
Duration 3 days Destinations Paris, Noyers, Beaune, Dijon, Semur-en-Auxois, Vezelay Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
27% Off- US$430
Paris and Versailles
“We found the Hotel to be comfortable and quaint. Public transportation is the way to get around Paris.”
Jonathan, traveled in April
Northern France's highlights shine with stays at Paris hotels like Hotel Perreyve near Luxembourg Gardens. Visit Versailles Palace's State Apartments, browse the Louvre Museum, and glide on Seine River cruises. Optional excursions to regional châteaux available.
Duration 5 days Destinations Paris, Versailles Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $1,780
10% Off- US$1,602
Normandy D-Day Beaches, Mont Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Châteaux: 3-Day Guided Tour from Paris with Hotel Pick-Up
“Incredibly well organized and executed. The stops were excellent choices.”
Andrea, traveled in May
Rouen's Gothic cathedral stands among Northern France's treasures, leading to Normandy's D-Day beaches at Omaha and Arromanches. Honfleur harbor, Saint-Malo's historic walls, and three Loire Valley châteaux complete the journey. Includes 4-star hotels and expert guides.
Duration 3 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Omaha Beach, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Saint-Malo, Mont Saint-Michel, Angers, LangeaisSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Extime Travel From
10% Off- US$888
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“Bayeux was more French than Paris to me. Loved the town and the excursions to the D-Day Camp Omaha beach, American cemetery.”
Mary, traveled in May
The treasures of Northern France await, from Monet's Gardens in Giverny to Rouen's Gothic architecture. Witness D-Day history at Omaha Beach, walk through UNESCO-listed Mont-Saint-Michel, and savor authentic cuisine in medieval Bayeux.
Duration 8 days Destinations Paris, Giverny, Honfleur, Bayeux, Mont Saint-Michel, Rouen Age Range Ages 12+ Operator National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures From $3,499
20% Off- US$2,799
Trip around Paris in Five days
“We extended our trip by five days. Highly recommend!”
Jaime, traveled in March
Montmartre's artistic quarter leads to Pere Lachaise Cemetery in Northern Paris. Priority access at Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower summit, with Seine River views. Hotel L'Interlude provides central location with excellent transport links.
Duration 5 days Destinations Paris Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $1,920
30% Off- US$1,352
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Best time to visit Northern France
- Summer 2026
Long summer days mean more time at the big châteaux - you can explore Chambord, Chenonceau and also Villandry after the crowds thin out. Kids get hands-on with activities like canoeing up to Château de Chenonceau and designing machines using da Vinci's methods at Clos Lucé workshops. We adjust the cycling routes for summer heat with more morning rides and afternoon château visits. The evening river cruises in Saumur are a highlight, with local wines to taste while you float along, and there's something special about walking through Montmartre as artists pack up for the day. Paris tours start early to beat the crowds at the Louvre and Eiffel Tower.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall is perfect for wine lovers - you can try fresh-pressed chenin blanc right in Vouvray's cellars during harvest. The September and October weather makes those longer 60km cycling days between châteaux really pleasant. Medieval towns like Bayeux and Saint-Malo feel more relaxed without the summer rush. You get quality time with expert guides at D-Day beaches and Mont Saint-Michel since groups are smaller. Paris takes on a different feel in autumn - our travelers join local chefs for cooking classes and learn perfume-making at historic parfumeries.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter brings out something special in Northern France, particularly across Burgundy and Alsace where the atmosphere feels more intimate than usual. Our travelers tell us they love wandering through Noyers-sur-Serein's medieval streets and exploring Colmar's old town without fighting through summer tourist crowds. Taking a boat along Strasbourg's canals has its own winter magic, while ducking into traditional Champagne cellars offers a perfect escape from the cold with excellent tastings. The tours blend walking routes through historic towns like Beaune, visits to the stunning 15th-century Hospices and peaceful stops at local wineries along the way. Our guests often mention how the winter schedule gives them more time to properly explore indoor cultural sites, with guides like Peter making regional history come alive through their stories. These journeys connect multiple spots across eastern France, letting you experience both French and Germanic influences in the architecture, history and also cuisine - all along routes that work especially well during the cooler months.
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- Spring 2027
Northern France's gardens and châteaux really come alive in spring. The Loire Valley bike routes cover 20-60km each day on flat riverside paths - April and May hit that sweet spot for perfect cycling weather. You'll catch Monet's water lilies just starting to bloom in Giverny and see the first flowers pop up in Chenonceau's gardens. Our groups love stopping at little village markets in the morning and ducking into family wine cellars for afternoon tastings. The D-Day beach tours run smaller groups in spring, so you get more quiet moments at Omaha Beach and can take your time at the American Cemetery in Saint-Laurent.
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