FRANCE OFF THE BEATEN PATH

2027 Tour Dates & Prices

For Provence, Loire Valley, Bordeaux, Champagne, Normandy, and 11-day Specialty Tours

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2027 France Tour Dates & Prices

Small-Group Tours of Provence, the Loire Valley, Bordeaux, Normandy, Champagne & Beyond

Choose the part of France that speaks to you—or join us for our 11-day signature tour through five remarkable regions.

For more than 32 years, France Off the Beaten Path Tours has created thoughtfully planned small-group journeys that combine engaging history, regional cuisine, beautiful places and personal experiences with the chefs, artisans, winemakers and local personalities we are fortunate to call friends.

Explore all of our 2027 tour dates and prices below. Each tour is led by our knowledgeable guiding team and designed to feel less like a traditional tour and more like discovering France with friends.

Availability changes as bookings are received. Please email christy@traveloffthebeatenpath.com to confirm space.

PROVENCE

Six Days of Color, Culture & the Irresistible Spirit of Southern France

Based in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, our Provence tour brings the region to life through beautiful villages, engaging history, regional cuisine, immersive activities and the warmth of our stellar local guiding team. Select late-May through July departures also take place during Provence’s celebrated lavender season.

Tour Length: 6 days / 5 nights
Tour Days: Begins Tuesday–Ends Sunday
Price: US$5,499 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$800
Maximum Group Size: 16 guests
Hotel: Hotel Gounod is Air-conditioned

2027 Provence Tour Dates

• April 13–18
• April 20–25
• April 27–May 2
• May 4–9
• May 11–16
• May 18–23
• May 25–30
• June 1–6
• June 8–13
• June 15–20
• June 22–27
• June 29–July 4
• July 6–11
• July 13–18
• July 20–25
• July 27–August 1
• August 31–September 5
• September 7–12
• September 14–19
• September 21–26
• September 28–October 3
• October 5–10
• October 12–17
• October 19–24

Private Provence tours are also available to book for groups of 10 or more.

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LOIRE VALLEY

Castles, Cuisine & the Remarkable Stories of France’s Royal Valley

Stay in the Renaissance town of Amboise and journey into the world of French kings, queens and royal courts. Magnificent castles, memorable meals, personal time with our winemaker friends and a cooking experience in our chef friends’ family home make this an intimate and richly layered introduction to the Loire Valley.

Tour Length: 6 days / 5 nights
Tour Days: Begins Monday–Ends Saturday
Price: US$5,499 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$860
Maximum Group Size: 12 guests
Hotel: Both of our hotel partners, Hotel Pavillon des Lys and Clos d’Amboise are Air-conditioned

2027 Loire Valley Tour Dates

Spring

• April 12–17
• May 3–8
• May 17–22
• May 24–29
• May 31–June 5
• June 7–12
• June 14–19
• June 21–26
• June 28–July 3
• August 30–September 4
• September 6–11
• September 13–18
• September 20–25
• September 27–October 2
• October 4–9
• October 11–16

Private Loire Valley tours are also available to book for groups of 10 or more.

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BORDEAUX

History, Regional Cuisine & the Landscapes of Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion and Arcachon

Discover Bordeaux through immersive cultural and culinary experiences, from medieval Saint-Émilion and hands-on workshops to cooking at home with our chef friend and exploring the spectacular Arcachon Basin and Dune du Pilat. The region’s history, traditions and personalities come to life through the eyes of our stellar guiding team, who live locally.

Tour Length: 6 days / 5 nights
Tour Days: Begins Monday–Ends Saturday
Price: US$5,499 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$980
Maximum Group Size: 10 guests
Hotel: Hotel Indigo is Air-conditioned

2027 Bordeaux Tour Dates

• April 5–10
• May 10–15
• June 7–12
• June 14–19
• September 13–18
• September 20–25
• October 4–9
• October 18–23

Private Bordeaux tours are also available to book for groups of 10 or more.

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11-DAY SIGNATURE TOUR

Giverny, Normandy, the Loire Valley, Versailles & Champagne

Experience five distinctive areas of France in one thoughtfully designed journey. From Monet’s gardens and Normandy’s moving D-Day sites to Loire Valley castles, Versailles and the celebrated Champagne houses of Reims and Épernay, this signature itinerary blends important history with regional cuisine and warm, personal experiences—including time at home with our winemaker friends.

Tour Length: 11 days / 10 nights
Tour Price: US$14,999 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$1,240
Maximum Group Size: 12–14 guests

2027 Signature Tour Date

• October 14–24

This itinerary is also available to book on a private basis for groups of 10 or more.

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CHAMPAGNE

Celebrated Houses, Family Producers & the Craft Behind Every Bottle

Based in historic Reims, this intimate four-day journey combines visits and tastings at prestigious Champagne houses with a family-owned producer, a hands-on pastry and chocolate class, memorable dining and time to explore the city where France’s kings were crowned.

Tour Length: 4 days / 3 nights
Tour Days: Wednesday–Saturday
Price: US$4,499 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$975
Maximum Group Size: 10 guests
Hotel: Air-conditioned

2027 Champagne Tour Dates

• April 7–10
• October 20–23
• November 24–27

Private Champagne tours are also available for groups of 10 or more.

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NORMANDY

Five Meaningful Days Where History Is Preserved Through Personal Stories

Walk the D-Day beaches, visit the American Cemetery and explore the landscapes where history unfolded with our Normandy World War II historians and specialist guides. Their research and interviews with more than 1,000 veterans bring the events of World War II to life through the experiences of the people who were there.

Tour Length: 5 days / 4 nights
Price: US$4,999 per person, double or twin occupancy
Single Supplement: US$960
Maximum Group Size: 10 guests
Hotel: Not air-conditioned

2027 Normandy Tour Dates

• April 20–24 — Sold out
• May 17–21
• October 26–30

Private Normandy tours are also available for groups of 10 or more.

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Read What Our Guests Say About Our Tours

  
 
 
 
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 Kathleen Chalmers 
 
23 September 2026
 
 
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Thoroughly enjoyed the itinerary and special dining/cooking with friends. Guides Summer, Christine, and Remi were so kind, knowledgeable, and such a joy daily. Castles, gardens, wine, cheese, desserts, more wine, more cheese and the Loire, along with spicy stories made this a lovely memorable trip. I especially liked having one single home base hotel in lovely Amboise.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mel Welch 
 
22 September 2026
 
 
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This was a dream trip and it was wonderful! Christy and Isabelle are wonderful to travel with and the food, wine and tours will never be forgotten. I hope to do another tour in a few years.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 TheCbham 
 
21 September 2026
 
 
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Four of us 70 year old ladies went on the Off the Beaten Path tour of Provence for six days in August 2026.  We had the most wonderful time!  Before the tour, the owner (Christy) communicated often with us.  Our tour guides were Philippe and Summer, and they took such great care of us.  We felt like we made two wonderful new friends!  We went into this tour without any expectations and were blown away by all the beautiful sites we saw, incredible meals we had, and phenomenal shopping.   We stayed in St Remy de Provence in a gorgeous historic hotel.  The area was perfectly walkable and very safe.  We learned so much about Provence and even got to make macarons one day and bottle our own wine on another day.  I would do this tour again and highly recommend it.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Judith Deglin 
 
21 September 2026
 
 
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My 32 year old daughter and I participated in a walking tour of Provence in September.  I am 76. We were in a group of 9 participants and this experience could not have gone better. Philip and Chloe were fabulous guides. We had some fabulous experiences at wineries, baking macarons, visiting some of Van Gogh’s haunts and boating around Cassis. Best of all was exploring a number of small villages on our own. Also some fun food adventures at Bistrot du Paridu and seaside at the Mediterranean. A great experience all around. Everyone in the group had lots of fun!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Martha Zornes 
 
3 September 2026
 
 
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Truly a lovely experience.  Staying at one hotel for the entire tour and taking bus trips to the surrounding countryside was great.  It eliminated changing hotels which can be an issue on other tours.  The guides were ever present and helpful with lots of information and assistance.  My tour was in early July and the temperature was very hot, but the bus was cool and the guides had water available whenever it was needed.  The lavender fields were spectacular and there was plenty of time each day to wander the small towns we visited. The restaurants and experiences selected for the entire group provided great food and lots of fun and laughter.  The small group of travelers quickly became friends.  My only caution would be for travelers who find walking challenging.  In order to fully enjoy the towns, one needs to be comfortable walking a good distance sometimes uphill as the bus cannot always drive into the towns.  Overall, the trip was wonderful and I would happily travel again with this company.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mary Weigel 
 
24 August 2026
 
 
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This small group tour could not have been better. Their attention to detail was remarkable. Their guides were very well informed and were very fun to be with. We took the Best Adventures in Provence trip and it was amazing. All of the tiny towns, winerys, locally owned restaurants and local businesses that they shared with us along the way were perfect. We got to see so much of the area and I only wish I had some extra time to spend in the town of Saint Remy where our hotel was located. Although we spent time in the town, there were so many neat little shops and restaurants right around there and I’m sure I would’ve enjoyed another day or two. If I did it again, I would probably add a day or two on at the beginning or end for just that. You cannot go wrong booking with the store company.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Regina Kitching 
 
24 August 2026
 
 
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Wonderful tour, every last detail attended to.
The itinerary was great and the guides amazing.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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3 August 2026
 
 
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This was my first group travel experience and Off The Beaten Path gave my daughter and I a truly memorable immersion into Provence life, culture and beauty.   The Hotel Gournod in St. Remy was the perfect base located in the heart of town.  A lovely, authentic property, with an accommodating staff, and daily breakfast.  Coffee was excellent!.
The tour staff has so much experience and carefully curated each place and restaurant we visited.  It was hard for me to let go and let  someone else handle all the details of a trip as I have always planned my trips, but I quickly learned how truly relaxing it was to allow Christy and her excellent staff to handle all of the behind the scenes details and just be carefree!  This was a small group tour and I really enjoyed the company of the other members and the kind and patient staff!
I’m looking forward to another wonderful venture.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Julie Lecci 
 
1 August 2026
 
 
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Great tour, very flexible and the team provided us with opportunities we would not have been able to find on our own. Well worth the cost!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Julia Sosa 
 
28 July 2026
 
 
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Can all of the positive reviews be true? Yes, even the one that states that too many photos were taken (more on this below).

The hotel is lovely, spacious room, comfy bed & bedding, the itinerary is as stated, the meals were delicious, the workshops were fun, the van transportation was comfortable, and the members of FOTBP team are gems. You’ll soon feel like you are traveling with long-time friends.

The itinerary options and free time are great perks. It’s like having a tour personalized just to your liking and capability. I never felt rushed and had ample time to absorb what was around me and to take MANY photographs.

Communication with the team members before, during & after was excellent. Members of the team were always by our side and within eyesight. Didn’t hear or understand what was said? Forgot something? Wondering if you’ll get to see something not on the itinerary? Want another bottle of water? Just ask and the matter is addressed immediately as if you were the only one on the tour and without disruption to the rest of the group’s experience. This team is AMAZING!! They enjoy every step of the way with you as if they were doing it for the first time. The success of the tour is due to the impeccable teamwork of Philippe (1) the head guide, the tour assistants Summer, Isabelle and Chloe, as well as Philippe (2) the driver. Christy has handpicked outstanding individuals to form this team.

Don’t doubt the MANY in-depth positive reviews, including the one that comments that the FOTBP team takes too many photos. You don’t have to participate in the group photos, and you can simply ask that photos not be taken of you. However, I welcomed this perk. Photos of me, of and with my bestie were taken without having to ask anyone to take a pic for us. It’s like having a personal photographer with you.

SUGGESTIONS
The Hotel Gounod features serene outdoor areas and a pool. Consider booking an extra night or two to allow you more time for lounging in these areas. This hotel has 2 rooms with bathtubs. If you need a bathtub, or rather not have to climb into one, make sure to communicate this ahead of time.

At Arles, ask a team member to book a tuk tuk for you. It is the best way to get around Arles and see the maximum number of sites. The price is reasonable, the seating was comfortable, the driver spoke English, he was punctual, informative and friendly, took us to the various Roman ruins, as well as other sites, waited for us as we explored and stopped whenever we saw a photo-op.

Italian restaurant Da Peppe - On one of the dinner on your own evenings, I enjoyed a delicious & hearty Burger Da Рeppe with & fries. It’s located across the street of the hotel on Avenue Fauconnet, Indoor, outdoor & 2nd floor seating as well as takeout.

Do I recommend FOTB’s Provence tour? YES!
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Ready to Choose Your 2027 France Tour?

Once you have selected your preferred tour and departure date, complete our online booking form to confirm your space.

A US$1,000 per person tour deposit is required to confirm space on any tour. Once your booking is submitted, you’ll receive an immediate tour confirmation email and deposit payment receipt.

Have questions? Email us at christy@traveloffthebeatenpath.com.