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ELEGANT RAIL TOUR OF FRANCE

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FRANCE

SINGLE-COUNTRY TOUR

Starting at AED

Value Tour

7 Nights / 8 Days

All Year Round

Rail Tours, Semi-Private Tours

Western Europe, Europe

(RTBB-3505355-FR)

Paris, Strasbourg, Lyon, Nice, Monaco, Cannes

Discover France’s cultural and scenic treasures on an 8-day rail journey across its most iconic cities. Begin in romantic Paris, where timeless architecture and world-class cuisine await. Continue to the half-timbered charm of Strasbourg, the gastronomic capital of Lyon, and the coastal elegance of Nice on the Côte d’Azur. Travel in comfort aboard France’s high-speed trains, enjoying the freedom to explore at your pace. With charming old towns, UNESCO World Heritage site, Mediterranean views, and cosmopolitan flair, this itinerary offers the perfect blend of relaxation and discovery.

Making memories since 2002 !

Day 01: PARIS

  • Individual arrival in Paris, the capital of France

  • Private transfer or make your way to your centrally located hotel

  • Free time to stroll along the Seine or unwind at a Parisian café

  • Visit iconic neighborhoods such as Le Marais or Saint-Germain-des-Prés

  • Admire landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame (from outside)

  • Evening at leisure for optional dining or river cruise

  • Overnight stay in Paris


Day 02: PARIS

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Full day to explore the “City of Light” at your own pace

  • Optional ascent of the Eiffel Tower or visit the Louvre Museum

  • Stroll along the Champs-Élysées and through Tuileries Gardens

  • Optional sightseeing boat trip along the Seine River

  • Enjoy dinner at a bistro in Montmartre or the Latin Quarter

  • Overnight stay in Paris


Day 03: PARIS, STRASBOURG

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Depart Paris by high-speed train to Strasbourg 

  • Explore Petite France, known for its canals and timber-framed houses

  • Visit the Strasbourg Cathedral and its Astronomical Clock

  • Dine at one of the many wine taverns offering Alsatian specialties

  • Free time to enjoy local shops or riverside cafés

  • Overnight stay in Strasbourg


Day 04: STRASBOURG, LYON

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Depart Strasbourg by train to Lyon 

  • Discover Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO-listed old town with Renaissance charm

  • Stroll through the secret passageways known as traboules

  • Visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views

  • Taste your way through Lyon’s famed bouchons and local markets

  • Overnight stay in Lyon


Day 05: LYON, NICE

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Travel by scenic rail from Lyon to Nice 

  • Walk along the Promenade des Anglais and enjoy sea views

  • Discover the colorful Old Town (Vieux Nice) and its flower market

  • Visit Castle Hill or relax at Coco Beach

  • Optional dinner at a seaside restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean

  • Overnight stay in Nice


Day 06: NICE

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Day at leisure with options for excursions and activities

  • Suggested day trip to Monaco or Cannes by train or private tour

  • Stroll the palm-lined Boulevard Victor Hugo or shop in Avenue Jean Médecin

  • Visit the Marc Chagall Museum or Matisse Museum

  • Enjoy a sunset cocktail at a rooftop terrace with coastal views

  • Overnight stay in Nice


Day 07: NICE, PARIS

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Depart Nice by train back to Paris 

  • Use your final afternoon to explore any missed highlights in Paris

  • Optional visit to Sainte-Chapelle or shopping at Galeries Lafayette

  • Take a relaxed evening walk along the Seine or Île de la Cité

  • Farewell dinner at a classic French brasserie (optional)

  • Overnight stay in Paris

Day 08: PARIS, DEPARTURE

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Check-out and individual departure from Paris

  • Optional transfer to the airport or extension of stay available

  • End of services

GET IN TOUCH

INDICATIVE PACKAGE PRICES

On Request

Package pricing is influenced by several factors, including the number of travelers, selected hotel category, chosen travel dates, and availability at the time of booking.

INDICATIVE HOTELS

INCLUSIONS

  • Rail travel with seat reservations: Paris – Strasbourg – Lyon – Nice – Paris

  • Interrail/Eurail France 4-day Pass – 2nd Class

  • 3 nights in Paris (3★ hotel, standard double room with breakfast)

  • 1 night in Strasbourg (3★ hotel, standard double room with breakfast)

  • 1 night in Lyon (3★ hotel, standard double room with breakfast)

  • 2 nights in Nice (3★ hotel, standard double room with breakfast)

  • Daily breakfast throughout the tour

  • Visa assistance

  • Visa appointment fee (Standard Category)

  • International flights and airport transfers

  • City taxes payable at hotels

  • Lunches and dinners unless stated

  • Optional excursions (e.g. Monaco, Cannes, Eiffel Tower tickets, Seine cruise)

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and personal expenses

  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the “Inclusions” section

EXCLUSIONS

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