It takes visitors little time to realize the seamless interaction of past and present in France, and this 9-day tour of the country provides you with a front-row seat for this interaction, especially in regard to the country's religious sites. With Paris as your basecamp, trips to Lourdes and Lisieux will tell the holy story of France and why so many of the pious return here.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Paris – The City of Lights
Situated along the banks of the Seine River, Paris is an excellent ambassador for the splendor of France. Upon your arrival, you will jump right into this thorough exploration of all that is French. After landing at Charles de Gaulle airport, a comfortable transfer will convey you into the heart of the city where you will have a chance to get your bearings. In the afternoon, you can unlock the secrets of the country's most famous cathedral on a guided tour of Notre Dame.
What's Included:
Day 2
Paris – In the Footsteps of Picasso
Day 3
Lisieux – The Charm of Normandy
Day 4
Paris – Returning to the City of Lights
Day 5
Lourdes – Witness the Divine
Day 6
Lourdes – An Ambassador of the Past
Day 7
Paris – Departing the Serene
Day 8
Paris – Day Trip to a UNESCO Site
Day 9
Paris – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of Picasso and other artistic masters on a walking tour of Montmartre and the Sacre Coeur
- Unlock the secrets of France's most famous cathedral on a guided tour of Notre-Dame to hear about the legend of the Hunchback
- Explore the romantic depths of the Latin Quarter, where seductive streets that are lined with inviting cafes and coffee shops have attracted visitors for centuries
- Discover the majestic depths of the Louvre to view countless artifacts and artwork
- Enjoy a guided excursion to the town of Lisieux, where the quaint charm of Normandy is well-displayed, and the miraculous history of St. Therese will come to life
- Bask in the scenic countryside at the base of the Pyrenees in Lourdes, where chapels, churches, and grottos wait to tell the tale of the 19th-century peasant girl who witnessed the divine
- Amble through the gilded interior and immaculate gardens of Versailles on a guided exploration of this Parisian suburb
Starting Price
$4,400 per person (excluding international flights)
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 Zicasso's Referral Service
4.86 stars based on 1312 reviews.
The trip was good.
Reviewed By Denise M.
We did a custom trip with Zicasso’s tour operator. We visited Normandy and Paris, France, and Florence and Rome, Italy. Every tour was fantastic, planning was super-simple, and our travel agent was very responsive! We would absolutely plan another trip with this travel company.
Reviewed By Stacy B.
There is no way I could have planned a trip this magical without the help of Zicasso’s travel agent. It was the perfect mother-daughter trip to Paris. From the macaron baking class and the bike ride around Versailles to the meticulous itinerary that showed us how to get everywhere. She even threw in a cruise down the Seine River on our last day. I feel like we did everything, but we are already longing to go back.
Reviewed By Karen A.
The trip was fantastic and perfect in every way! I would definitely recommend Zicasso’s travel designer to others. She clearly pays lots of careful attention to detail and she takes the time to add lovely and personalized finishing touches (e.g., she brought us cheese and bread for our cruise). She also accommodated many of our specific, high-maintenance requests (e.g., specialized tours).
Reviewed By Savannah N.
When we reached out to Zicasso to plan our trip, we were matched with two different agencies. After speaking to them both, we felt most comfortable with this travel company and we are so glad we chose them! We wanted to plan a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe and the tour company went above and beyond to help us do that!
Everyone we worked with listened to our needs and requests, and together we created the perfect itinerary for our family, which included something for everyone! We had all of the information we needed to make us feel comfortable and prepared, and we also knew they were there for us if we needed anything during the trip itself.
We fit so much into this trip. We saw sights we have always wanted to and had unforgettable experiences together as a family! We will treasure these memories forever and we have this travel company to thank for that!
Reviewed By Amy W.
We were very happy with all aspects.
Reviewed By Melissa W.
