Arrive in Bordeaux, the pearl of southwestern France and heart of the famed wine-growing region. Meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure before gathering for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

This morning, set out on a guided tour of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage city celebrated for its grand 18th-century architecture and more than 350 historic monuments. Known worldwide as the wine capital of France, Bordeaux showcases remarkable culture, cuisine, and charm. In the afternoon, visit the striking Cité du Vin, an innovative cultural centre devoted to winemaking heritage and housed in a building designed to resemble a swirling wine decanter. Conclude your visit with a glass of wine in Le Belvédère, a panoramic 8th-floor tasting lounge featuring a spectacular bar crafted from recycled wine bottles. The evening is yours to explore or relax.

Depart Bordeaux and travel to Saint-Émilion, a picturesque medieval village. Enjoy a guided tour — including the remarkable 12th-century Underground Church — followed by a visit to a local vineyard for a tasting and lunch. Continue west to Saint-Cyprien and check in to your hotel for a three night stay. Enjoy dinner at the hotel with the group this evening.

Delight in a full day exploring the breathtaking Dordogne region—an area of rolling hills, storybook villages, ancient castles, and culinary treasures. Visit Beynac Castle, a dramatic clifftop fortress overlooking the Dordogne River, offering unforgettable valley views. Enjoy a scenic river cruise in La Roque-Gageac, then stop to admire the medieval village of Domme. Return to the hotel and end the day with dinner at a local restaurant.

Continue your exploration of Dordogne. Near Montignac, visit the extraordinary Lascaux II, an immersive replica of the prehistoric Lascaux Cave, home to more than 600 ancient paintings. Stop at St-Léon-sur-Vézère, listed among the “Most Beautiful Villages of France,” and visit La Roque Saint-Christophe, an astonishing limestone cliff settlement once used as a fortress. Complete the day in Sarlat-la-Canéda, a town of Art and History renowned for its medieval lanes, lively markets, and irresistible regional delicacies. Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner before returning to the hotel.

Depart the Dordogne and travel south toward the Mediterranean coast, stopping in Millau to view the extraordinary Millau Viaduct—the tallest bridge in the world, rising an impressive 343 metres. Continue to Montpellier for an overnight stay. The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore.

After breakfast, travel to the magnificent Roman city of Nîmes, known as the “French Rome.” Enjoy a guided visit to the superbly preserved Arena of Nîmes, followed by a visit to the 1st-century Pont du Gard, the world’s highest Roman aqueduct bridge.Continue to Avignon for dinner and check in to your hotel for a two night stay.

This morning, discover Avignon on a guided walking tour. Set along a bend of the Rhône, the city feels like a medieval fairy tale—rich in history, cafés, shops, and irresistible charm. Your visit includes entry to the UNESCO-listed Palais des Papes, built in under 20 years beginning in 1335 by Popes Benedict XII and Clement VI. Enjoy free time for the rest of the day to explore or simply relax in the sun.

Bid au revoir to Avignon and travel south to Aix-en-Provence. En route, take in views of Les Baux-de-Provence, a dramatic hilltop plateau rising 250 meters above the Alpilles with vistas stretching toward Arles and the Camargue. Upon arrival in Aix-en-Provence, check in to your hotel before joining the group for dinner at a local restaurant

This morning, wander through Aix’s vibrant open-air market, taking in the colourful produce, fragrant herbs, and lively Provençal atmosphere. Then join a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn regional techniques and prepare a traditional meal to enjoy together. The rest of the day is yours to continue exploring this charming city at your own pace.

Travel to the stunning southwest coast, where the Mediterranean landscape unfolds in brilliant colour. Enjoy free time in Saint-Tropez, a seaside gem known for its old-world charm, cobbled lanes, stylish boutiques, art galleries, and sun-drenched waterfront. Continue to nearby Port Grimaud, the “Venice of Provence,” and take a scenic boat ride through its graceful canals lined with pastel homes. Conclude the day in Saint-Raphaël and savour dinner at a local restaurant.

Lights, camera, action….welcome to Cannes! After departing Saint-Tropez in the morning travel to this city known for its beaches, film festival, yachts, and the rich and famous. Explore the main sights with your tour manager. Continue to Grasse where you will visit the Galimard perfume factory. Grasse is recognized worldwide as the capital of flowers and perfumes. After that, a quick stop in Saint Paul de Vence, a medieval hilltop village before arriving for a two night stay in Nice.

The deep blue waters of the Cote d’Azur are the dramatic backdrop for elegant Nice, the cultural capital of the French Riviera. This morning enjoy a Nice city tour to experience its incredible panoramic views, the pretty streets of Old Town, and much more. The afternoon is free to soak in the beauty and flavour of this gorgeous city. Enjoy an evening farewell dinner with the group at a local restaurant within walking distance to the hotel.

Check out of the hotel for a morning flight back home with sun kissed faces, the flavours of Southern France lingering on your palate, and no doubt many colourful memories of your adventure!