France Private Tours
France works well with a private car and driver-guide. How long: Paris: 3–4 days. Paris plus one region: 6–8 days. OuluTrip has 147 tours that include France, chauffeur-only from £129 per person (based on 4 travelling), all adjustable to your dates, group and interests.
The classic French trip is Paris plus one region: the châteaux of the Loire Valley, Mont-Saint-Michel in Normandy, lavender and hill villages in Provence, Nice and Monaco on the Riviera, or the half-timbered towns of Alsace. Take the TGV between regions and a car within them.
| How long | Paris: 3–4 days. Paris plus one region: 6–8 days. |
|---|---|
| Best season | April–June and September–October are most comfortable; Provence lavender is roughly late June to July; the southern coast is busiest in August. |
| Tours | 147 tours |
| Chauffeur-only from | £129 pp (based on 4) |

Cities and regions
Main sights
- 1
Louvre
One of the world’s most visited museums; book a time slot ahead.
- 2
Mont-Saint-Michel
An abbey on a tidal island in a Normandy bay.
- 3
Palace of Versailles
Louis XIV’s palace and gardens, south-west of Paris.
- 4
Château de Chambord
The largest château of the Loire Valley, famous for its double-helix staircase.
Sight information is for trip planning; check opening times and booking rules with each site.
Sights and seasons checked against France.fr and other official tourism sites; check opening times and booking rules with each site. Last updated:
Tours that include France
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Enchanting Journey through France, Switzerland, Italy & Vatican
Paris + Lucerne + Venice + Florence + Rome + Nice 7 Days 6 Nights In-Depth Bespoke Tour

Grand Tour of France: A Private Journey Through Paris, the Loire Valley, Bordeaux, and the French Riviera
8 Days & 7 Nights

Classic France-Switzerland-Italy Grand Tour
Paris + Lucerne + Rome + Nice 7-Day Private Journey

France & Switzerland Alpine Secrets
Paris, Provence, Jungfrau & Geneva 7-Day Private Journey

A Journey Through Southern France & Spain: Wine & Culture
Paris, Provence, Barcelona & Bordeaux Grand Cru Tasting – A 7-Day, 6-Night Bespoke Tour

Southwest Europe Grand Tour: Paris + Barcelona + Lisbon + Madrid
A 10-Day Private Journey Exploring Game of Thrones Filming Locations & the Loire Valley

Normandy & Loire Valley Dual Classics
Western Europe: Monet's Garden + Mont Saint-Michel + Château de Chambord – 5-Day, 4-Night Private In-Depth Tour

European Empire Grand Tour
Frankfurt + Vienna + Paris + Barcelona 28-Day Private Journey

Classic France-Switzerland-Italy Tour
Paris + Lucerne + Venice + Rome 7-Day, 6-Night Deeply Curated Journey
Travel guides
FAQ
How many days do I need for France?
Paris: 3–4 days. Paris plus one region: 6–8 days.
When is the best time to visit France?
April–June and September–October are most comfortable; Provence lavender is roughly late June to July; the southern coast is busiest in August.
What are the main sights in France?
Louvre, Mont-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, Château de Chambord.
How much does a private tour of France cost?
Across OuluTrip’s 147 tours that include France, chauffeur-only prices start at £129 per person based on 4 travelling; the final quote depends on dates, group size, vehicle and hotels.
Want these places in one trip?
Tell a consultant your dates, group size and wish list; you get an itinerary and quote within 24 hours.

