Scenic holidays in France show you both the world-renowned treasures and the hidden gems of the country’s incredibly diverse landscapes. From the Emerald Coast in the west to the Cote d’Azur in the south-east, from the vineyards of Champagne to the dramatic gorges of the Pyrenees, there is so much to feast the eyes on and so many different ways to explore.

Nature Holidays in France

Guided nature tours in France come in multiple guises, so you can choose the style and pace of travel. Cycling tours are especially popular in the Loire Valley, providing easy riding and exquisite scenery along the river and passing through iconic towns such as Tours and Blois. Alternatively, river cruise tours offer an idyllic way to discover the many grand chateaux and their magnificent landscaped gardens along France’s longest river.

Escorted walking tours in France likewise include a great variety of scenic destinations. On coastal walks in Brittany, explore white sand beaches, towering cliffs and tiny islands on the rugged western shoreline, including the Pink Granite Coast named after the particular hue of the rocks against the turquoise sea. In the French Pyrenees, don’t miss the understandably popular Cirque de Gavarnie hike, which leads into a dramatic valley surrounded by rock walls rising up to 1,500 metres.

France Scenic Tours

French trekking holidays are often based in regions of renowned beauty such as Provence. See the spectacular lavender fields and visit the dramatic Gorges du Verdon where an emerald river sparkles below steep forested slopes. Meanwhile, guided food and wine excursions through the vineyards and villages of famous wine regions such as Burgundy, Alsace and Champagne combine scenic splendour with sensory delights.

If you’re planning a journey to France, check out our full range of amazing trips in France for UK travellers, and book today.

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