DAY 1: UK - Paris.
Fly or take the Eurostar to Paris where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night.

DAY 2: Paris - Rouen - Honfleur - Deauville - Caen.
Drive to the handsome city of Rouen, famed for its magnificent cathedral which is one of the finest Gothic churches in France. Next, visit the charming seaport of Honfleur, an old maritime city with a lively harbour, picturesque narrow streets and quaint old houses, before continuing up the coast to the 'fin de siecle' seaside resort of Deauville with its stylish Art Nouveau hotels. Overnight in Caen. (B, D)

DAY 3: Caen - Normandy Landing Beaches - Bayeux - Mont St Michel.
Time to see Caen before visiting the D-Day Normandy beaches, where Allied troops landed on in 1945, and the American Cemetery at Omaha. Later, head to Bayeux, home of the famous medieval tapestry depicting the Norman Conquests (entrance fee extra), before travelling to the environs of Mont St Michel, one of France's most famous landmarks, for one night. (B)

DAY 4: Mont St Michel - Angers - Tours.
Begin today with a visit to Mont St Michel, a stunning granite islet topped by an imposing ancient monastery. Next, travel through the rolling vineyards of Anjou to the charming riverside town of Angers and visit the Cathedral of St Maurice with its beautiful stained glass. Later, head along the Loire riverbank to the historic city of Tours for two nights. (B)

DAY 5: Châteaux Country. At leisure.
Spend a day relaxing and enjoying the glorious countryside of the Loire Valley or perhaps join the optional excursion to some of the region's world-famous chateaux, ranging from imposing feudal fortresses to splendid palaces, surrounded by beautiful gardens. (B, D)

DAY 6: Tours - Poitiers - La Rochelle - Cognac - Bordeaux.
Visit the quaint old town of Poitiers, situated where the rivers Clain and Boivre meet. Next, journey via the picturesque town of La Rochelle to the Cognac region for Cognac tasting and a visit to the museum, before travelling to Bordeaux, France's wine capital, for one night. (B, D)

DAY 7: Bordeaux - Dordogne - Rocamadour - Toulouse.
Enjoy an orientation walk around Bordeaux. This historical city is home to three world heritage sites while its 18th century architecture and broad tree-lined avenues give the city a regal air. Later, travel into the Dordogne, one of France's most beautiful regions, and visit the small, clifftop town of Rocamadour, before driving via the Roman town of Cahors in the Midi-Pyrenees to Toulouse, for one night. (B, D)

DAY 8: Toulouse - Carcassonne - Nîmes - Avignon.
Enjoy a sightseeing walk around picturesque Carcassonne, built more than 1,000 years ago and divided by the Aude River. Later, head to Nîmes, an elegant city famed for its busy boulevards, shaded by lotus trees. Enjoy splendid views of the Maison Carrée, one of the best-preserved Roman temples in France, before travelling to the medieval walled city of Avignon for one night. (B)

DAY 9: Avignon - Arles - Aix-en-Provence - French Riviera.
After a visit to the well-preserved Roman amphitheatre in Arles, head to Aix-en-Provence to admire the tree lined boulevard of 'Cours Mirabeau' and the 17th-century palace. Later, head to the sun-kissed Riviera coast for two nights. (B)

DAY 10: French Riviera. At leisure.
Today is yours to explore chic Côte d'Azur resorts such as Cannes and Nice. Perhaps stroll along the promenade or relax with a glass of wine in one of the many terrace cafés, soaking up the sophisticated atmosphere? Alternatively, join the optional afternoon trip into the hills to visit the artist town of St Paul-de-Vence and, in the evening, the optional trip to glamorous Monte Carlo. (B)

DAY 11: French Riviera - Grasse - Route Napoleon - Lyon area.
Stop in Grasse, centre of the French perfume industry, for a visit to a perfume workshop, before traversing the lovely Provence countryside, following the route Napoleon took on his return from Elba in 1815. Passing the lively town of Grenoble, travel to Lyon, the third largest city of France, for one night in the area. (B, D)

DAY 12: Lyon area - Beaune - Paris.
Travel through the picturesque vineyards and fields of Burgundy to medieval Beaune, the region's wine capital since Roman times, and visit one of the famous Bourgogne wine cellars to taste some of its production. Later, head to the French capital and 'City of Light', Paris, for two nights. Don't miss the optional evening cabaret show - a real Parisian spectacle! (B)

DAY 13: Paris.
A full day to discover the enthralling city of Paris, home to exquisite cuisine, cutting edge fashion, world renowned art and timeless architecture. The included city sightseeing tour takes in the celebrated Notre Dame Cathedral and major attractions including the Eiffel Tower, Opéra, Champs Elysées and Rue de Rivoli. There's also the chance to join an optional excursion to the spectacular Palace of Versailles. (B)

DAY 14: Paris - UK.
Join your Eurostar service to the UK or transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)