Saint-Tropez

Home to the rich and famous, as well as to the most glamorous beaches on the Riviera, Saint-Tropez is a place you won’t forget. The Mediterranean's fashion and movie star capital, Saint-Tropez is a luxurious contrast between old and new Europe. Explore the old medieval town and then walk down to the marina to be wowed by some of the largest and most expensive yachts in the world. Relax at one of Saint-Tropez’s quaint terrace cafés and watch expensive sports cars cruise by. Golden sand, blue skies, lots of sun and enticing shopping opportunities make for a fun day in the south of France.

Annecy

Quaint Annecy is a photogenic village on dazzling Lake of Annecy in the Haute Savoie. With its numerous canals, Annecy invokes images of Venice. Part of the magic of the city is its many architecturally unusual covered passageways and old streets, including the Rue Royale, with its shops, gardens and fountains. Go by the Château d'Annecy, home of the Counts of Geneva, overlooking the pedestrian streets of the Old Town. Venture over to the 12th-century Palais de l'Isle, the symbol of the town and among the most photographed monuments in all of France. To cool off, take a dip in Lake Annecy!

Nice

Perched on the Côte d'Azur, Nice is France’s largest economic and tourist center outside of Paris. The historical capital city of the County of Nice, this bustling city is home to a major port, museums, palaces, 17th-century cathedrals, and lively squares full of Italian architecture. Enjoy the Train Touristique de Nice sightseeing tour and walk along the historic Promenade des Anglais on the Mediterranean. Visit the Matisse or Chagall Museum and the Fragonard perfume factory. Spend a relaxing day soaking in the exotic atmosphere on the sandy beaches in and around Nice.

Paris

Ride down the Seine River in a Bateau Mouche. See the Mona Lisa and other famous works of art at the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay. Visit the Champs Élysées, gaze up at the Arc de Triomphe, and ascend to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Experience the youthful, creative Latin Quarter with its cafés, bookstores and bohemian atmosphere. Walk up to the city’s highest point, Montmartre, where famous painters such as Monet and Van Gogh had studios, and stop in at the pristine, white-domed Basilique du Sacré-Cœur. Marvel at the city below you with its many distinguishable landmarks.

Carcassonne

Just north of the Pyrénées, this fortified town in southern France is home to a fortress that truly captivates the imagination no matter your age. The entire walled city including the Cité de Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nearly demolished in the 19th century, a local campaign to preserve the fortress led to an ingenious restoration project and its protection as a national landmark. Soak up the atmosphere of one of France’s major wine growing regions as you explore this fortress.

And keep your eye out for Tour de France bikers!