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Get behind the wheel and discover what France has to offer on a self-drive tour around the country. You’ll see world-famous attractions during the journey, from the vineyards of Bordeaux to the island of Mont-Saint-Michel, but much of the appeal lies in the scenery you’ll see along the way, not to mention medieval villages, colorful marketplaces, the ancient stone streets of Provence, and the glittering lights of the French Riviera. With a customized road trip, you’re in the driver’s seat—you can enjoy the trip at your own pace.

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France Travel Insights

A lavender field in Provence
Map of Paris & Provence Road Trip - 9 Days
Paris & Provence Road Trip - 9 Days

This scenic itinerary starts with a self-guided road trip through exceptional villages, cities, and wine regions in the heart of Provence. Over the course of 9 days, you’ll explore Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Avignon, and the Rhone Valley with visits to a number of UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as hidden gems. Finish the adventure in Paris with a mix of private tours and free time to explore on your own.

Hilltop perched village of Gordes
Map of Self-Drive Culture, Wine, and Food Tour of Southern France - 8 Days
Self-Drive Culture, Wine, and Food Tour of Southern France - 8 Days

On this self-drive tour, you'll get behind the wheel and take off into the south of France, discovering the highlights of the famed Provence region in just over a week. The tour will take you from the nation's oldest city, Marseille, to the markets and cafés of charming Aix-en-Provence. It continues to the historic city of Avignon, on the Rhône River, as well as into the Alpilles Mountains and over the valleys of the Luberon region. At the end of each day, you'll hang your hat in some of the most charming hotels and B&Bs in all of France.

One of the famous perched villages in Dordogne
Map of Western France Road Trip - 14 Days
Western France Road Trip - 14 Days

This spectacular road-trip adventure through Western France provides a subtle mix of history, culture, cuisine, wine, and outdoor activity—and plenty of picturesque landscapes between stops. Over the course of two weeks, you'll spend quality time in Paris, Normandy, Bordeaux, and the Dordogne region with a combination of tours led by English-speaking local guides and free time to explore on your own.

Charming street in Aix en Provence
Map of Pure Provence Road Trip: Marseille, Avignon, Verdon Gorge & More  - 12 Days
Pure Provence Road Trip: Marseille, Avignon, Verdon Gorge & More - 12 Days

France is known the world over for its romance, but there might be no other region that encompasses its quintessential beauty—the cities, villages, hills, and beaches—quite like Provence. This is where the countryside meets the coast, where the Alps meet lavender fields, and where the French Riveria runs from Marseilles to the Italian border. Experience it all on this luxurious 12-day driving tour. 

La Grande Fontaine in Saint-Paul de Vence
Map of Ultimate French Riviera Road Trip - 5 Days
Ultimate French Riviera Road Trip - 5 Days

This relaxed, self-drive itinerary travels through some of the best coastal and countryside villages in the French Riviera. Starting and ending in Nice, you'll experience Mediterranean beaches, medieval architecture, local markets, perfumeries, and even hiking trails in the nearby mountains (if you so choose). Stay at a different scenic destination each night for a road-trip adventure you won't soon forget!

Beautiful fields of lavender in Monaco
Map of Self-Drive Tour in Provence & the French Riviera - 11 Days
Self-Drive Tour in Provence & the French Riviera - 11 Days

Discover the best of the culture and art in the French Riviera and Provence in 10 days on this incredible self-drive tour. Visit vibrant Nice and Monaco, stroll through hill-top villages of Luberon, and discover the peaceful countryside of Aix-en-Provence. Follow the footsteps of some of the world's greatest artists (Van Gogh, Picasso, and others) and explore the landscapes that inspired them.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Alexia Saint-Haont
active 9 hours ago

Alexia Saint-Haont

I come from a small village in the south of France, surrounded by vineyards and shaped by the quiet rhythm of the land. A true foodie and a passionate student of oenology, I believe that food...

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Travel specialist Sebastian Prino
active 3 hours ago

Sebastian Prino

Hi, My name is Sebastian, a travel agent specializing in France, with a particular focus on outdoor and gastronomic activities. I believe that traveling should be more than just visiting popular...

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Travel specialist Audrey Benezech
active 9 hours ago

Audrey Benezech

I was born in the south of France, a region lulled by the mild climate and rich in different cultures and traditions. This diversity is what I look for when I travel. These differences that make...

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Travel specialist Mathilde D.
active 10 hours ago

Mathilde D.

Bonjour! I’m Mathilde in the heart of the Champagne region 🍾 Growing up surrounded by historic streets and bubbly traditions sparked my passion for sharing the beauty of French culture (don’t...

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Trip Reviews for France

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French Basque Experience
France | Jun 5 - Jun 10, 2026

Gary
Gary G.
Hickory, NC, USA | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
We added this French Basque experience on to a cruise and was so glad we did. We had always heard of Biarritz, the resort of royalty and also the Basque region with its intriguing culture and language. Working with Emma was a pleasure. She recommended staying in Bayonne as our base and it was a delightful choice and so convenient to take the train for all day trips. Hotel Koegui in Bayonne was so nice to come back to each night. We liked the room, breakfast and staff. The artwork was a... Read more

We added this French Basque experience on to a cruise and was so glad we did. We had always heard of Biarritz, the resort of royalty and also the Basque region with its intriguing culture and language. Working with Emma was a pleasure. She recommended staying in Bayonne as our base and it was a delightful choice and so convenient to take the train for all day trips. Hotel Koegui in Bayonne was so nice to come back to each night. We liked the room, breakfast and staff. The artwork was a beautiful touch. Our St Jean de Luz tour was unfortunately canceled but we enjoyed the town on our own. Lauren in Cambo les Bains and Espelette was a great guide. Being Basque, she explained the culture and sites very well. She was very conscious of our time so we made our return train but we did not feel rushed. Vicky in Biarritz was marvelous. We immediately felt a connection and enjoyed our tour immensely. Wish it could have been longer. The Quality Hotel in Bordeaux for our last night was a great location but not very special. It was adequate. We did not have a room as pictured in their online site. The driver to the airport was punctual and a delight to talk with on our drive. Kimkim has again given us the trip we hoped for. Thank you.

Hotel Reviews
Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre 3*
Bordeaux

Great location. Adequate room and good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Nothing special
Location
In the heart of old town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything in our room was very clean
Villa Koegui
Bayonne

Great location in a wonderful town. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. Breakfast was delicious and varied. The staff was very helpful and courteous. Highly recommend if in Bayonne.

Authenticity & Character
Location and artwork
Location
Walkable to train and all restaurants
Staff
Very helpful with restaurant advice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Biarritz Walking Historical Tour
Biarritz Walking Historical Tour
France

Same as Biarritz train station

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Biarritz
Welcome to Biarritz
France

We loved Vicky. She met us at the train station where we were going to take a taxi or bus into town but instead her husband was with her to take us. So nice. We had a great walking tour of Biarritz with plenty of history and culture explained. Wish it could have been longer but we had 2 hours and the afternoon to explore on our own.

Quality of Experience
Vicky
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vicky
Transport
Espelette guided Tour
Espelette guided Tour
France

Lauren also guided us to Espelette which we really enjoyed. It was an even more submersion into the Basque culture. The final tasting of some pepper products was a nice way to end this tour.

Quality of Experience
Lauren was great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Good driver
Transport
Villa Arnaga
Villa Arnaga
France

Lauren was a very good guide for this chateau. Being Basque, she knew the reasons for much of the architecture and decorations. It was a fascinating home with all the wall paintings.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking Tour in St Jean de Luz
Walking Tour in St Jean de Luz
France

Unfortunately cancelled at last moment

Quality of Experience
Canceled
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Canceled
Transport
Canceled
Local specialist: Emma Darsu

Family Trip to France - One We'll Never Forget
France | May 27 - Jun 5, 2026

Lisa
Lisa W.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
My family of four (2 adults and 2 adult children (ages 21 and 18) spent 10 days in France. We had six days in Paris and 4 in Nice. When we decided to go to France, I was overwhelmed with all there was to see and do. Not know where to stay or which tours were best for our family, I turned to KimKim for help. Liz took the time to understand what we wanted to see and do on our trip ensuring everyone got to do something they really wanted. The tours were a amazing. An especially memorable tour... Read more

My family of four (2 adults and 2 adult children (ages 21 and 18) spent 10 days in France. We had six days in Paris and 4 in Nice. When we decided to go to France, I was overwhelmed with all there was to see and do. Not know where to stay or which tours were best for our family, I turned to KimKim for help. Liz took the time to understand what we wanted to see and do on our trip ensuring everyone got to do something they really wanted. The tours were a amazing. An especially memorable tour was the the VIP tour of the Louvre - First to see the Mona Lisa. Adam was our tour guide and he was amazing. He not only was entertaining, he knew exactly how to get to the Mona Lisa before everyone else. We had a few minutes alone to look at the painting and got a family photo. But all our tour guides were fantastic. The people of France were fantastic. We enjoyed eating at the many boulangerie's, learning the subway and just taking in all the architecture. Nice was gorgeous as well. So much history and culture and we had a beautiful view of the Mediterranean. We will remember this trip forever and can't wait to return.

Hotel Reviews
Hôtel Suisse
Nice

Hotel Suisse was a top notch location and had an excellent view. The complimentary breakfast was also very good and appreciated. The beds were comfortable and the AC worked well. The bathrooms felt a little old and were quite tiny. Some of the hotel staff outshined others. Overall, they were nice and accommodating as we had a bit of a snafu when we first arrived. The location was the best part of this hotel. The value wasn't great given the price we paid, however.

Authenticity & Character
Fit the area but not the price point.
Location
Perfect spot with a view of the Mediterranean. Walking distance to a many restaurants and shops.
Staff
Some staff were nice than others.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were clean. Bathrooms felt really small.
Hôtel Adèle & Jules Paris
Paris

This hotel was really pretty and quaint. The only reason I gave this four stars and not five is that there were some hidden fees we were not aware of and the two single beds we requested were smashed together as one bed. But the location was great. Access to many nearby restaurants and boulangeries as well as the train. The hotel had AC (which is not common in Paris) and was quiet so we were able to get rest. The bathrooms were updated and very nice as well.

Authenticity & Character
It felt Parisian
Location
Access to all the nearby restaurants and the subway.
Staff
Staff was nice. They didn't necessarily go out of their way to greet us but they were nice and accomodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable beds.
Activity Reviews
First to the Mona Lisa: VIP Louvre Experience
First to the Mona Lisa: VIP Louvre Experience
Paris

Our tour guide, Adam was simply amazing. We were the first family to reach the Mona Lisa. Adam was so much fun and taught us a lot in a short time. I would highly recommend requesting Adam. Go Team Adam!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Notre-Dame & Sainte-Chapelle Visit  with Priority Access
Private Notre-Dame & Sainte-Chapelle Visit with Priority Access
Paris

Ed was fantastic at sharing with us the details of Sainte-Chapelle and the Notre Dame. We learned a great deal about both locations and he shared other information for us as well. He was incredibly nice and took his time to explain the culture and meaning behind these buildings. He also was patient with us as we were still dealing with jet lag from arriving the previous day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
🔸 Eiffel Tower : Reserved Access to the Summit + Audio guide
🔸 Eiffel Tower : Reserved Access to the Summit + Audio guide
Paris

Loved seeing the Eiffel Tower at sunset. The tour guide was great but the tower was packed with people making it difficult to fully enjoy.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Liz Chreist

What a great experience we had !
France | Jun 5 - Jun 13, 2026

Felix
Felix B.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
We had a great time. All the connections between stops worked out just fine. The guides were wonderful. Enjoyed our time there very much. Read more

We had a great time. All the connections between stops worked out just fine. The guides were wonderful. Enjoyed our time there very much.

Hotel Reviews
La Villa Nice Promenade
Nice

Really nice place and nice location. Convenient to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
One block from the beach and the main beach drive.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Yes
Hôtel Carré Vieux Port
Marseille

Its a good hotel. Our room was on the first floor so it was understandbly a little noisy but it was a side street so not that bad really. But its clean and the breakfast is great.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel is fine and I would recommend it.
Location
Great location, one block from the port and near the old town. We walked all around there easily.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de la Salette
La Salette-Fallavaux

This hotel is in a sanctuary and by design minimalistic. It is very clean but basic. It was just fine for us as it was a lesson in humility.

Authenticity & Character
Its plain and that can be its own reward if you stop to think about it. The focus is in your faith.
Location
Very high up in the Alps, the mountain air and views are spectactular. The drive there is exhilarating.
Staff
Awesome people , mostly nuns.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Globe et Cecil Hotel
Lyon

Great location and clean and comfortable. Friendly staff, good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
The room and elevator are small and kind of quirky but that gave it an "old world" feel.
Location
Very good location near old town and other attractions.
Staff
They were all nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Its clean and comfortable.
Local specialist: Alexia Saint-Haont

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