An unforgettable multi-generational trip to Provence & Paris
France
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Jun 27 - Jul 8, 2026
KimKim planned an incredible 12-day trip for our family, spanning ages 4 to 75, and they nailed it. Lucie spent over a year helping us perfect the itinerary, and when she went on maternity leave, Audrey stepped in seamlessly - rebooking trains after a weather cancellation, getting us onto a new boat in Marseille within the hour after a hiccup with our original cruise, and even helping us troubleshoot a power outage at our Paris apartment on a Saturday night. We always felt taken care of.
Our villa in Orgon was stunning: gorgeous grounds with a spectacular pool, which was a major perk given the heatwave during our stay. Our Montmartre apartment was equally lovely and perfectly located for exploring with kids. Activity highlights were everywhere: a day trip to visit Les Baux de Provence and the Carrières de Lumière was magical (and a cool escape from the summer heat), the Jardin d'Acclimatation was a huge hit with the kids, and the Ducasse sur Seine dinner cruise was a lovely evening adventure for me and my husband with great food and sunset views. The guides for our walking tours were exceptional across the board: Séverine brought Marseille to life, Sonali turned the Louvre into an engaging treasure hunt for the kids, and Sophie gave us a totally fresh, local take on Montmartre.
High-end accommodations, thoughtful planning, and a team that was always just a message away - we'd book with KimKim again in a heartbeat!
Hotel Reviews
This villa was stunning — immaculate landscaping, a spacious and well-kept interior, and hands-down the nicest private pool I've ever seen. We spent hours in it every day, which was a lifesaver during the heatwave. The location was ideal, close to charming villages, all the essentials (supermarket, boulangeries, pharmacies), and our planned activities. Karine, the villa manager, was excellent — responsive, warm, and easy to work with.
This apartment was beautiful and well-suited to our group, in a wonderfully family-friendly location with a park nearby and even a double-decker carousel at the base of the hill. Easy access to public transportation and plenty of amenities, yet secluded and private feeling with very little city noise.
Activity Reviews
Chateau Romanin's tasting room is situated high up a hill with stunning views across the valley, making for a beautiful setting for a wine tasting. Our guide for the tour was engaging and knowledgeable about the chateau's history and winemaking program, and the surrounding region. The wines were delicious - we bought a few to bring home and enjoy on the rest of our trip!
The Montmartre Family Tour in Paris was fantastic. Due to the heat, we decided to leave the kids at the apartments with my mother-in-law. Our guide was very flexible and adapted the tour on the fly when she realized it was just adults, giving us a more local and in-depth experience of Montmartre. She was lovely and knowledgeable, making the tour very enjoyable and personalized.
The Treasure Hunt in the Louvre Museum was a highlight for our family. It was engaging and fun, especially for the kids, and the guide was excellent at keeping everyone interested and involved. It was a unique way to explore the museum.
We had planned a semi-private Calanques Cruise in Marseille, but unfortunately, due to a miscommunication about the departure time, we missed the boat after driving an hour to get there. It was disappointing, but Audrey from KimKim was amazing and quickly rebooked us on a larger tour cruise within the hour, so we still got to enjoy the experience that morning. Despite the hiccup, the solution was handled very well.
We did a private walking tour of Marseille with our guide Severine, who was wonderful. She had lived in Marseille for many years and gave us a nuanced and engaging tour of the city. I came in knowing very little about Marseille and left wanting to come back. The guide was knowledgeable and made the experience very enjoyable for all ages.