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France in a Week | Classic | Summer 2026

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  • Length

    7 Days

  • Quality
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  • Starts in

    Paris (France)

  • Ends in

    Paris (France)

  • Available Tour Start Dates

    JUN 7, 2026 to JUL 19, 2026 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Contiki sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).

  • Activity Level

    No Rating Provided These are tours that the vendor has not electronically communicated an activity level for. Contact us if you would like to know the activity level for any of these tours.

  • Language

    English

  • Guaranteed Date(s)
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    Yes

  • Special Interest(s)

    18-to-Thirtysomethings
    Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.

From
Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$993.60

Overview

Dreaming of fresh croissants, famous paintings and THAT iconic tower? Kicking off in the City of Love, you’ll discover the best of Northern France's elegant culture in just 7 days. Perfumeries & patisseries in Paris. History & gothic architecture in Normandy. Champagne & châteaus in (you guessed it) Champagne. It’s your chance to see why French life is adored all over the world...

Visited During Tour

Champagne (France) | Chateau de Chambord (France) | Chateau de Chantilly (Chantilly, France) | Mont-Saint-Michel (France) | Normandy (France) | Orleans (France) | Paris (France) | Reims (France)

Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices

The following are France in a Week | Classic | Summer 2026 tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.

Pricing Type: Double Occupancy
Pricing is per person, based on two people per reservation
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price available on this tour date. Price is for the tour only, unless noted otherwise. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare, travel insurance, and more, are additional.
Guaranteed?
Yes means that that the vendor guarantees that tour date will occur. No means that the vendor does not guarantee the tour will occur on that date, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on that date in order to confirm it. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).
Sunday Jul 19, 2026 Saturday Jul 25, 2026 Contiki Sale
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Exclusive Rates on all Contiki Tours!

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Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

Bonus Offers are not combinable, unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the application of any applicable promotions. Additional restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the right to correct errors.

Contiki Sale
No Booking Fees!

No Booking Fees!

We do not charge booking fees on any Contiki vacations.

You're sure to enjoy an affordable Contiki tour package when booking with us!

Contact us for pricing and availability.
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

Bonus Offers are not combinable, unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the application of any applicable promotions. Additional restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the right to correct errors.

$993.60
Yes
(Departure #20260719)
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 Saturday Jun 13, 2026 Contiki Sale
Exclusive Rates on all Contiki Tours!

Exclusive Rates on all Contiki Tours!

Book any Contiki tour with us and you'll get the best deal possible!

Contact us for pricing and availability.
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

Bonus Offers are not combinable, unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the application of any applicable promotions. Additional restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the right to correct errors.

Contiki Sale
No Booking Fees!

No Booking Fees!

We do not charge booking fees on any Contiki vacations.

You're sure to enjoy an affordable Contiki tour package when booking with us!

Contact us for pricing and availability.
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

Bonus Offers are not combinable, unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the application of any applicable promotions. Additional restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the right to correct errors.

$1,128.00
Yes
(Departure #20260607)
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 666-2257

France in a Week | Classic | Summer 2026

Contiki Tour Code 666-2257

Map of France in a Week | Classic | Summer 2026 from Contiki
  • Day
    1

    Paris

    Bonsoir travellers! Hope you’re ready for 7 epic days of French food, culture and views. Our first rendezvous is in the City of Love (obvs). This evening, we'll grab a welcome dinner with the crew, before hopping onto our coach to discover Paris by night. Get ready to capture the view of the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe AND the Louvre! Then we’ll set sail on a Seine River cruise to see the City of Love sparkle in all its glory at night. This is what love at first sight feels like!

    • Meals Included:
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
  • Day
    2

    Paris

    Croissants, coffees, pastries and perfumes - feeling like a Parisian already? After a tour of the city's charming Patisseries, you'll have the chance to discover a French perfumery. Then, you’ve got free time to hit all the epic museums here (you’ll love The Louvre!), and hit a local foodie hotspot for dinner.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
  • Day
    3

    Paris to Normandy

    Au revoir, Paris. Next stop? The historic region of Normandy. History nerds, it’s your time to shine. We’ll stop by for lunch in the quaint medieval town of Bayeux. Then you’ll visit the historic D-Day Landing Beaches & all its memorials. A quick tour of the Omaha Beach Museum will fill you in on their significance. A short drive later, we’ll reach Caen - our home for the night. You’ve got plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner tonight. Something tells us you’ll be eating a lot of apples here…

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Ibis Budget Caen Mondeville (or similar)
  • Day
    4

    Normandy to Orleans via Mont Saint Michel and Château de Chambord

    Morning, sleeping beauties. Today’s agenda is all about jaw-dropping views. So freshen up, feast on breakfast and hop on! Cameras at the ready! This beautiful island (topped with a charming Abbey) will have you swooning over its unique perfect silhouette. Come explore all the intricate streets before we head on to our next stop. We’ll drive through the Loire Valley that’s famous for its chateaus. Best part? You have the chance to visit THE most charming one out here - Château de Chambord! The sun’s about to set. Tummies are starting to grumble. Surprise! Dinner’s on us tonight. So fuel up before we head out again tonight to discover Orlean’s historical hotspots.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Ibis Tours Centre Gare (or similar)
  • Day
    5

    Orleans to Reims via Champagne Region

    Adieu, Orleans. The home of elegant bubbles awaits us. Raise a toast, because today you have the chance to discover a historical Champagne house on a guided tour (and taste some of that fizzy goodness too, ofc!). When in France…right? Time to tick another delightful French city off our list. Welcome to Reims! After checking into our hotel for the night, we’ll head out to get oriented with the city’s sights (including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame of Reims).

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Appart City Comfort Reims Centre (or similar)
  • Day
    6

    Reims to Paris via Château de Chantilly

    Oh, Reims - you’ve been a dream. But before we head back to Paris, we’ll stop by another chateau!  You’ve got the option to frolic around the garden, or check out how the finger-licking tasty Chantilly cream is made in a local workshop. This is your final chance to live like French nobility. Nice to see you again, Paris. It’s our final night here, so there’s only one thing left to do - watch a Moulin Rouge show with a delicious dinner, ofc!

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
  • Day
    7

    Paris

    And after breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to France. Don’t forget to exchange socials with your crew (no French exits here, please!). Who knows which shiny new destination is on the cards for the next time…

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
More Details

Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their France in a Week | Classic | Summer 2026 tour:

Travelers Notes

* DAY 1: Trip starts in Paris at 16:00. Travellers to arrive into Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). The kick-start meeting starts at 16:00. Recommended flight arrival time by 13:00 to avoid missing the kick-start meeting. * DAY 7: Trip ends in Paris at 10:00. Travellers to depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). * TRANSFERS: Both complimentary and chargeable transfers are not offered through Contiki. Travellers should make their own way from/to the airport at their own expense. * NOTE: Please review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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