Discover the essence of France, peeling back layers of history and delving into local culture as you make your way through beautiful scenery from the Dordogne to the Loire Valley, Normandy, and Paris, visiting six World Heritage sites along the way.

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The historic Mont St. Michel off the coast of Normandy

Chenonceau, one of the most romantic chateaux in the Loire Valley

The medieval city and castle of Carcassonne

River boats or <i>gabare</i> on the Dordogne River. Credit: France Tourism Bureau

The medieval village of Rocamadour, a World Heritage site

The castle and town of Saumur in the Loire Valley

Travelers outside a megalith in Saumur. Credit: Catherine Chamoux

World War II cemetery near Omaha Beach, Normandy

German gun emplacements at Pointe du Hoc. Credit: Atout France/R-Cast

The Louvre's entrance, designed by I.M. Pei

France Through the Ages

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WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY

"France through the Ages" was a feast for the body, mind, and soul!

- David B.

Even though each of us has traveled to France on several occasions, taking "the road less traveled" on Smithsonian's "France through the Ages" tour was thoroughly enjoyable and enlightening. This was our first Smithsonian tour but assuredly will not be our last.

- Marie L.

This tour offered me a glorious buffet of France. Each day we got to sample new things and they were all wonderful. With my appetite fully whetted, I want to return and see more.

- Sharon S.

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For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes an on-tour Provided Insurance Plan through Travel Guard with the price of your tour. This travel insurance plan includes On-tour medical evacuation insurance (up to $100,000), emergency medical expense coverage (up to $25,000), dental expense coverage (up to $500), travel medical assistance and worldwide travel assistance (U.S. Residents only, not including U.S. Territories). Travel must be more than 100 miles from the Insured’s primary residence.

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