Solutré-Pouilly surrounded by vineyards with the Rock of Solutré in the background

10-Day France Without Crowds

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Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist

Countries Visited

France

Places Visited

Chablis, Cluny, Lyon, Auvergne...

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Suggested Duration

10 Days

Wander the French countryside during this guided 10-day self-drive itinerary from the quaint town of Chablis to the breathtaking wilderness flanking Sarlat, Dordogne. Find refuge in charming accommodations pinned in picturesque off-the-beaten-path wine regions as well as immaculate volcanic landscapes veiling France’s outlying pastures. Explore the flavors of France and the country’s rich heritage as you make your way down south towards Bordeaux.

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Trip Highlights

  • Pedal across Chablis’ surrounding wine country to exemplary estates hemmed amongst the gorgeous viridian vineyards that cascade large portions of the French countryside
  • Admire ancient French architecture as you tour the Cistercian monastery, Abbaye de Fontenay, as well as the immaculate medieval fortress town of Semur-en-Auxois
  • Uncover the history of truffle foraging during a guided tour alongside a truffle expert and his trusted canine companion
  • Cherish scenes of the Beaujolais’ breathtaking natural highlights as you ascend to the peak of the Rock of Solutré and explore cobbled villages en route to Mont Brouilly
  • Explore the Beaujolais hinterlands and delve into the heritage stories shrouding the region’s charming villages during strolls and biking tours in and around the countryside
  • Cross the unknown lands of the Massif Central’s volcanic region to the sparkling waters of the Lac du Pêcher and discover the pleasures of the postcard-perfect forested landscape
  • Wander the cobbled alleys weaving through Sarlat Old Town and tuck into authentic French cuisine at local eateries peppering the architecturally sound district
  • Paddle the azure waters of the Vézère river to the stunning Grotte de Font-de-Gaume caves, where you will uncover Magdalenian period cave paintings and engravings

Starting Price

$4,600 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Reviews of this Travel Agency

4.63 stars based on 150 reviews.

France Travel Review: Lyon, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, History,...

Our trip to Provence was fabulous. The three cities, Lyon, Avignon, and Aix-en-Provence, gave us a real sense of the region. The food, wine, and tours were all magnificent. The hotels were lovely and centrally located. 

The five days in Avignon gave us a sense of the city and history.  All the guides were excellent and well informed. Our entire trip was well organized and the travel app which outlined our trip was “perfect." We were especially thankful for the drivers who were always on time.

We highly recommend our Zicasso travel expert and our travel company. We have never been disappointed with Zicasso.

Reviewed By Janice R.

France Trip Review: Luberon, Dordogne, Medoc, Saint-Emilion,...

This was our second experience with Zicasso and we really enjoyed the experience. They recommended a local trip planner and it was an excellent choice. We planned our trip well in advance and, from day one, the communications with him were great. The recommendations about villages and towns to see on our days of leisure were amazing and unforgettable. Every hotel was perfectly located.

Reviewed By Carole C.

France Travel Review: Normandy, History, Local Cuisine,...

Zicasso's travel company was very attentive. They listened to our requests and then developed an itinerary that worked well. We had three revisions to the schedule and all the drivers, tour guides, excursions, trains, air travel, and hotels were exactly as we requested.

Reviewed By Dave R.

France Vacation Review: Mont Saint-Michel, Ambroise, Saint-Malo,...

Overall, the trip was everything we asked for. Zicasso's travel company did a great job of arranging activities and accommodations.

Reviewed By Christopher I.

France Trip Review: 5 Nights

Zicasso's travel agent was great! Everything went smoothly. The recommendation on the hotel was terrific. The guides were knowledgeable.

Reviewed By Anne T.

France Tour Review: Normandy, 10-Night Trip

Zicasso's travel specialists got what we were looking for. The tour operators and drivers were all top-notch and I think we got just what we wanted out of the trip.

Reviewed By Karen M.

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