What kind of accommodation will I stay in?

Our range of quality hotels provides everything you need and nothing you don’t. The majority of our hotels are of a 3- or 4-star standard, and every night's accommodation on your tour is pre-booked and included in the cost. You can find details of the specific hotels for your trip on the tour itinerary page.

Can I choose the destinations?

Once on your chosen tour, it will follow a set route selected by our team of travel experts to serve up the very best of each destination in the time you have. But with over 70 different itineraries to choose from covering 6 continents and 50+ countries, the world really is your oyster. Explore our full range of tours, and use the destination filters to see all tours visiting specific countries you might have in mind.

Who will I be travelling with?

A group of fellow travellers from all over the world who made the same excellent decision you did to book a Costsaver tour. As well as your tour companions you will also have your dedicated Driver and Travel Director with you 24/7.

What does the Costsaver crew do?

“What don’t they do?” might be an easier question to answer. Our Travel Directors eat, sleep and breath their destinations so you’ll enjoy a host of insider tips and local secrets. Friendly and passionate, they’ll make sure you’re clued up and comfortable from start to finish. They handle the logistics for you on the road, like hotel check-ins, entry tickets to attractions and all bookings and payments for any Choice Experiences you want to do. But that’s not all. Looking for tips on how to spend your free time? Your Travel Director will be there with recommendations and directions. Want to know the story behind that landmark? Chances are your Travel Director will know. Wondering where an ATM is? You guessed it, ask your Travel Director. You’ll also be joined by a dedicated Driver from the start to the end of your tour. Your Driver will get you around in comfort and style on your private, air-conditioned coach. With years of experience behind the wheel, our experienced drivers get you from A to B with no SOS in sight. So you can put the map down, put your feet up, and enjoy the ride.

How do I book and pay for the Choice Experiences?

Your Travel Director will handle all of the bookings and payments for any of the Choice Experiences you wish to do while you are on the road. This means you’re not locked into anything before your trip, giving you the ultimate flexibility to decide what you feel like doing (and what you want to pay for!) based on what you’re in the mood for then and there.

Why aren’t the add-ons included in the cost of the trip up front?

Costsaver tours have been designed this way to give you a tour with the ultimate flexibility on how you spend both your time and money on your trip. By including only the essentials in the cost, we let you decide what you want to do and where you want your travel experiences budget to go. It’s all the ease of a tour with all the flexibility of DIY travel.

Do I get any free time?

We know that some tours treat “free time” like a dirty word, but at Costsaver we LOVE free time, in fact it’s kind of our whole thing. Our tours are specifically designed to provide maximum free time for you to spend how you choose. With the travel essentials taken care of, what you do in destination is up to you. You can opt into any of the incredible Choice Experiences available in most of the destinations on your tour, but you can also opt-out and do your own thing, whether that’s checking out something else you have on your bucket list, exploring on your own, or simply chilling out in bed with a movie. That’s the beauty of the Costsaver unpackaged tour design.

Can I book as a solo single traveller?

Absolutely you can! In fact, we encourage it. A Costsavere tour is a great way to explore the world as a solo traveller. You’ll enjoy all the ease, security and cost savings of a tour but still enjoy the flexibility and freedom of DIY travel. Plus it’s a great way to meet fellow travellers from all over the world. You will be matched up with a same-sex traveller to room share with, or you can opt to have your own room. Solo room pricing can be viewed from the tour page by selecting your departure date and clicking ‘Continue’ to see the price and availability of solo rooms in the next step.

Can I travel with my partner, friends or family?

Absolutely you can! Lots of our guests travel as couples, with family or with friends. You can checkout with a single booking and you will be roomed with people from your group. Costsaver is the perfect choice when travelling together. Our unique Unpackaged Tour design means that everyone in your group can travel together but still choose the experiences that they want to do. Got a group of 9 or more? We also offer special group departures and custom group itineraries. Check out our special groups deals.

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Highlights of France

13-Day France and Monaco Tour to Paris, Lyon & Normandy Beaches

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Urban

Seine Cruise and Parisian Icons

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History

Latin Quarter and Luxembourg Gardens

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Culture

Montmartre Village and Artists' Square

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Food & Wine

Paris Dinner and Iconic Landmarks

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Food & Wine

Flavours of Beaujolais and Lyon's Old Town

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Countryside

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Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Nice

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Art

From Romans to Vincent van Gogh

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Urban

St. Jean de Luz, Jewel of the Basque Country

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Picture Perfect Bordeaux

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Food & Wine

Wine Tasting in a French Chateau

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Culture

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Tours, Old Town and Traditional Dinner

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Entertainment

La Nouvelle Eve Cabaret and Dinner

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Urban

Optional Add-On

Seine Cruise and Parisian Icons

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History

Optional Add-On

Latin Quarter and Luxembourg Gardens

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Culture

Optional Add-On

Montmartre Village and Artists' Square

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Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Paris Dinner and Iconic Landmarks

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Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Flavours of Beaujolais and Lyon's Old Town

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Countryside

Optional Add-On

Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Nice

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Art

Optional Add-On

From Romans to Vincent van Gogh

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Urban

Optional Add-On

St. Jean de Luz, Jewel of the Basque Country

CHOOSE

Urban

Optional Add-On

Picture Perfect Bordeaux

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Wine Tasting in a French Chateau

CHOOSE

Culture

Optional Add-On

Tours, Old Town and Traditional Dinner

CHOOSE

Entertainment

Optional Add-On

La Nouvelle Eve Cabaret and Dinner

CHOOSE

Urban

Seine Cruise and Parisian Icons

CHOOSE

History

Latin Quarter and Luxembourg Gardens

CHOOSE

Culture

Montmartre Village and Artists' Square

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Paris Dinner and Iconic Landmarks

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Flavours of Beaujolais and Lyon's Old Town

CHOOSE

Countryside

Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Nice

CHOOSE

Art

From Romans to Vincent van Gogh

CHOOSE

Urban

St. Jean de Luz, Jewel of the Basque Country

CHOOSE

Urban

Picture Perfect Bordeaux

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Wine Tasting in a French Chateau

CHOOSE

Culture

Tours, Old Town and Traditional Dinner

CHOOSE

Entertainment

La Nouvelle Eve Cabaret and Dinner

4.4

386 Reviews

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Travel

13 Days, 2 Countries, 22 Cities

Meals

12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

Accommodation

12 Nights

Tailor Your Trip

12 Choice Experiences

Timeless Treasures of France

Prepare to fall head over heels for France on this 13-day journey through its most enchanting regions. Wander the vineyard-laden Loire Valley, bask in the glamour of the French Riviera, and uncover the charm of historic towns from Beaune to Bordeaux. Explore medieval Carcassonne, learn about WWII history in Normandy, and let the beauty of France’s scenic landscapes steal your heart.

Iconic Eiffel Tower view from below against a clear sky in Paris, France

ESSENTIALS

BY US

INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR

We know that when you travel, different people enjoy different things. That’s why we take care of all your travel essentials, while you tailor the rest.

Quality Accommodation

Comfortable Transport

Expert Travel Director

Professional Driver

Sustainable Travel

All the Big Sights

External view of a cobblestone street on a sunny day in Paris, France

Tailored

By You

Experiences to Tailor Your Tour

Incredible on-trip experiences you can choose to opt into based on your interests and budget. Expertly designed by our team, they get you to the heart of a destination, supercharging your tour beyond the main must-sees.

Tailor Your Trip

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Day By Day Itinerary

13-day itinerary from Paris to Paris visiting 2 Countries and 22 Cities.

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Included Sightseeing

Aix-en-Provence

Visit this elegant Provençal town

Arles

Visit an artist's paradise

Avignon

View the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon

Beaune

Visit this charming town

Biarritz

Visit this seaside resort

Bordeaux

Orientation tour

Carcassonne

Explore the walled city

Honfleur

Visit this picturesque port

Loire Valley

Visit the Château de Chenonceau with your Local Guide

Lourdes

View St. Bernadette's Grotto

Lyon

Orientation of this gastronomic city

Monaco

Visit the Principality

Mont-Saint-Michel

Visit this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site and view its famous abbey

Normandy

Hear about D-Day

Paris

See the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower

Rouen

View the cathedral

Saint-Émilion

Visit the famous wine village

What You Can Expect On Your Trip

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Many meals and daily breakfasts included

City orientation tours

Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries

Extensive variety of Choice Experiences

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER^®

You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

Feel good (and do good) travel

It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.

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Beautiful scene of Farmers Walking On Rice Fields Terraces at dawn

Sustainable development

Our sustainable experiences help advance 11 of the United Nations SDGs and make the world that little bit better.

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Unique to TTC

Under our sustainability strategy, we've committed to have at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every single one of our tours by 2024.

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LIVE, UNEDITED & INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Hear what past travellers have to say about their Costsaver experience.

Highlights of France trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

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391 of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

"Enjoyed the tour !!!!"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Travelled on 10/17/2025 08:03:01

I enjoyed the tour, our Travel Director was fantastic and the Coach Driver looked after us. I think

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"Highlights of France trip"

Chris

5/5

Travelled on 10/16/2025 10:22:44

Loved seeing most of the regions of France on this trip. Been on numerous Costsaver experiences and

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"France Highlights"

Peter Vardy

5/5

Travelled on 10/15/2025 09:52:47

Brand new bus, driver was fantastic assisting with luggage on and off the bus every day. Our guide

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"Highlights of France - A Learning Experience"

Narayan Kumar Venkiteswaran

4.5/5

Travelled on 10/15/2025 09:35:50

The experience at Cost Saver was very good. This tour was, however, very hectic and it ought to have

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"France Highlights, mainly a very good trip"

Trusted Customer

3/5

Travelled on 10/15/2025 09:14:07

Great bus driver, how he got us around some of those corners I'll never know. Thought there could

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"Great trip to France"

Trusted Customer

4/5

Travelled on 10/13/2025 09:17:13

I thought our Tour Director and Driver were great. Bruno's told us a lot about the history with a

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Trusted Customer

4/5

Travelled on 10/09/2025 10:04:58

Wifi on the bus a problem in France and in Italy. We had a very nice time on the trip. The itinerary

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"Hoet Amenities"

Trusted Customer

4/5

Travelled on 10/09/2025 07:56:05

A few of the hotels were definitely not up to scratch and I'm not talking about the area they were

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"I'd like to have less places to visit & more time to spend in the places."

Trusted Customer

3.5/5

Travelled on 10/09/2025 07:24:09

The help & response from the tour director, driver and local specialist was great! The coach was

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"Friendly fast-paced tour around France"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Travelled on 10/08/2025 10:59:59

Our Tour Director Bruno, Coach Driver Yanis, and Local Specialists did a great job of showing us the

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