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Paris & the Riviera

9 days in France

Optional 3 day extension

A bridge leading into Avignon, France.
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OVERVIEW

Travel from the icons of Paris to the hilltop villages and Mediterranean charm of southern France

Students gain a beautifully balanced introduction to France by combining the country's world-famous capital with the historic and scenic richness of Provence and the Riviera. In Paris, they encounter the landmarks and institutions that have shaped France's global image, like the Champs-Élysées and Seine River. In Provence, students explore places where Roman history and medieval power feel alive including Avignon's Papal Palace, the Pont du Gard, Arles, and Les Baux-de-Provence. The final days on the Riviera invite students to consider yet another dimension of French identity through Nice's coastal atmosphere, Monaco's elegance, and a perfume factory visit that highlights the artistry and heritage behind one of the region's most iconic crafts.

Paris and the Riviera route map

What you’ll do

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Day 1: Fly to France

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2028: March 19, April 14-17, April 25, May 1, June 2, June 29. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

Board your international flight to Paris

Day 2: Paris

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Take a walking tour of Paris

Take a photo with your group in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Day 3: Paris

Take a guided tour of Paris. With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Place de la Concorde

  • Champs-Élysées

  • Arc de Triomphe

  • Les Invalides

  • Eiffel Tower

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Versailles

Versailles

Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.

Enjoy a Seine River cruise

Day 4: Paris

Visit the Louvre

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Macaron-making Class

Macaron-making Class

Try your hand at one of Paris's most beloved treats! Learn the techniques behind these delicate, colorful confections from a professional pastry chef. After mastering the art of baking macarons — crisp on the outside, smooth and soft in the middle — you'll get to enjoy the ones you made.

Day 5: Paris • Provence region

Travel by TGV train to Avignon

Take a walking tour of Avignon with your Tour Director

Visit the Papal Palace

Visit the Pont du Gard

Day 6: Provence region

Take a tour of Arles

Visit the Arles Amphitheatre

Visit the stunning hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence

Travel to the Provence region

Day 7: Provence region • French Riviera

Travel to the French Riviera

Day 8: French Riviera

Take a day trip to Monaco and Eze

Visit a French perfume factory

Grab lunch and explore Monaco on your own

Travel to Nice

Take a walking tour of Nice. With your Tour Director you will see:

  • Vieille Ville

  • Promenade des Anglais

Day 9: Depart for home

Board your flight home from Nice

What makes this tour special?

Explore the art of perfume-making and learn about the ingredients, techniques, and heritage behind this iconic craft

Explore the art of perfume-making and learn about the ingredients, techniques, and heritage behind this iconic craft

Explore Les Baux-de-Provence, a historic hilltop village that captures the spirit, and culture of Provence

Explore Les Baux-de-Provence, a historic hilltop village that captures the spirit, and culture of Provence

Walk the halls of the Louvre and come face-to-face with some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces

Walk the halls of the Louvre and come face-to-face with some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces

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Your experience includes

Airfare & transportation
Hotels
Regional-style meals
Guided sightseeing
Entrances
Full-time Tour Director
Expert Local Guides
Personalized Learning Support
Continuous Support
Worldwide Presence

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Frequently asked questions

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We’ll connect you with your personal Tour Consultant—someone who works with other teachers in your area and specializes in planning EF tours. They’ll walk you through this itinerary (along with other tours in our portfolio that match your curriculum or catch your eye), explain student pricing, and show you just how easy it is to partner with EF.

Once you decide to lead a tour, your Tour Consultant will help you get school administrators on board, students excited, and families ready to enroll. You’ll host an informational meeting to kick off the enrollment period, and we’ll provide everything you need—from a digital presentation to printed handouts, parent resources, and more.

You’ll have a dedicated Tour Director who will guide your group from the moment you land in your first destination until your final goodbye. They:

  • Take all the same transportation and stay in the same hotels as your group

  • Speak the local language (but lead the tour in English!)

  • Support you 24/7 as your right hand

  • Offer deep cultural context to help students feel connected to their destination

  • Handle all the logistics, so you don’t have to

  • Are the secret ingredient that makes your tour truly shine

Yes! You earn a free spot on tour as soon as six paying travelers enroll. For every additional six paying travelers, you earn another free spot for an adult chaperone of your choosing. For example, if 30 students sign up, that’s four free chaperone spots in addition to yours.

All travelers on international EF tours must have a valid passport. When it comes to documentation, every traveler and destination is different, so once your group starts enrolling, we’ll help direct you and your families to relevant resources.
 
Passports should have at least three blank pages and be valid for at least six months after your return date.

EF has set the standard for travel-based learning for over 60 years. Not only do our educational tours amplify the lessons you’re already exploring in your classroom, but they also help build more empathy, open-mindedness, confidence, and cross-cultural understanding.
 
Our educational philosophy, the EF Method, is built into every itinerary, so your students are immersed in a continuous journey of engaging, hands-on learning in real-world situations from the moment they step off the plane.

Yes! Plan to explore each destination primarily on foot, so be sure to pack your comfiest sneakers. You’ll have time to rest on the bus while traveling between cities and activities. If any travelers need accommodations, just let your EF Travel Team know in advance.

Every hotel your group stays in is required to meet EF’s rigorous standards for quality, safety, and cleanliness. (We have an entire team dedicated to ensuring that!) However, it’s important to remember that international hotels designed for student travel may feel a little different from what students are familiar with. For example, some hotels may not have an elevator. Rooms will have multiple single beds or shared double beds, and every room will have a private bathroom.

You’ll receive more detailed meal information closer to your tour, but here’s an overview of what to expect:

  • Daily breakfast is served continental-style at your hotel.

  • Most tours include daily group dinners, which take place at local restaurants (or your hotel) and feature a mix of familiar favorites and local dishes from a set menu.

  • Lunches are usually not included, but this varies by itinerary. If lunch isn’t included, this is the perfect opportunity for students to explore local markets and discover their new favorite food.

Travelers will share allergy or dietary information with EF after signing up, and we’ll help make the necessary accommodations.

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