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Nice, France
superior
Formerly a private house dating back to the Belle Époque, the Villa Rivoli is located in the heart of the historical Old Town, a short walk from the Promenade des Anglais and Place Masséna.
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Musee Matisse
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Loire Valley, France
deluxe
Situated half an hour’s drive to the north of Angers in a pretty countryside location, the Château de Noirieux is a lovingly restored castle and manor house dating back to the 15th century where guests receive a warm welcome.
Short Break
Marseille, France
superior
In the bustling area of La Joliette, this modern hotel is well placed to explore the rejuvenated centre of Marseille and is just 10 minutes’ walk from the popular old port area.
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The Luberon, France
Located just outside the centre of Aix-en-Provence, this 18th century mansion has been comprehensively transformed into a luxurious country house hotel.
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Lyon, France
superior
Following a major renovation, this delightfully atmospheric hotel is due to reopen in spring 2024. Located right in the heart of the historic old town, it is made up of four integrated houses that belonged to wealthy merchants and date from the 14th to 17th centuries.
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City Card
+1
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Loire Valley, France
deluxe
Built by King Francis I in the 16th century, the Château de Chambord is one of the most impressive in the Loire, and this unique property is the only hotel on its private 5,440-hectare estate.
Short Break
Lyon, France
superior
A former 19th century coaching inn, the Grand Hôtel des Terreaux is a charming and friendly hotel on a quiet street in the historic Presqu’île area of the city, a pleasant 15-minute walk from the old town centre.
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+1
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Highly Recommended
Aix-en-Provence, France
deluxe
A delightful family-owned hotel, Le Pigonnet is an 18th century Provençale country house, surrounded by tranquil gardens yet just 10 minutes drive from the Cours Mirabeau in the centre of the city.
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Avignon, France
deluxe
This exquisite hotel was opened after the restoration of a Cardinal’s mansion built in 1688. Located in an atmospheric part of Avignon, beneath the towering city walls, La Mirande has a wonderful, tranquil atmosphere and is decorated throughout with beautiful antiques.
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Loire Valley, France
superior
The history of this majestic château, located just south of Tours and close to the Loire Valley castles dates back to as early as the 16th century. The present building was built in 1866 and has been welcoming guests since the 1950s. Family owned since then, guests receive a warm welcome from the hosts, Xavier and Anne Olivereau.
Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Paris
The Opéra de Paris presents an extraordinary range of operas and ballets each season – casting, repertory and musical depth are of the highest international calibre. In the company of Parisian resident and opera expert Patrick Bade...
OperaArt
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+3
Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Nice
French artists began to discover the attractions of the Côte d’Azur and the iridescent quality of the region’s dazzling light towards the end of the 19th century. Monet was the first artist to be lured to the Riviera, arriving the...
Art
5 nights price from £2098 per person
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+2
Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Paris, Montpellier
From mummified écorché figures to bone-lined catacombs, during this tour you will discover the foundations of the modern science of medicine in two French cities: Paris, where the ‘Paris School’ of hygiene and hospital...
Science
6 nights price from £3892 per person
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
This tour is designed to tell the story of the famous D-Day landings in June 1944 that launched the invasion of France and opened the Battle for Normandy that led directly to the capture of Paris in August. Thereafter, the Allies ...
Battlefields
6 nights price from £2898 per person
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Champagne
This tour offers an insider’s view of Champagne in the company of wine expert Tim Clarke. The heart of the Champagne region is a relatively compact area to the east of Paris around Reims and Epernay.
Wine Holidays
3 nights price from £2697 per person
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Nice
The Côte d'Azur has attracted artists since the 19th century, and the unique microclimate and glowing light which brought Monet, Matisse, Chagall and Picasso to the Riviera makes this the perfect destination for an elegant Christmas escape.
ArtChristmas Cultural Tours
5 nights price from £3789 per person
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Home to a fascinating cultural blend of French and Germanic influences, Alsace is a region of half-timbered mediaeval towns and delicious cuisine which combines French refinement with hearty Germanic ingredients such as Choucroute...
Wine Holidays
4 nights price from £1997 per person
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+1
Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Bordeaux
At the confluence of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, the elegant city of Bordeaux is not only one of France’s most charming, but has become a byword for fine wines over the course of many centuries. We will visit some of the best winemakers in the company of The Spectator's wine expert Jonathan Ray.
Wine Holidays
4 nights price from £2395 per person
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Paris
Join Hugh Macdonald-Buchanan as he traces the story of one of history’s most important events. The French Revolution burst on the scene at Versailles where Louis XVI had convened the Estates General in 1789...
BattlefieldsHistory
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
There are many great gardens dotted along the Côte d’Azur between St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and the border with Italy. Along with the artists, many gardeners were drawn to the Riviera, attracted by both its climate and its beauty.
Gardens
5 nights price from £1998 per person
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Tailor-made Holiday
Starting in the historic port city of Cherbourg, this seven-night holiday encompasses the coastline of Normandy, from the landing beaches around Arromanches, as far as Le Havre in the east.
7 night price from £1,998 per person
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Kirker Concierge
Tailor-made Holiday
The rugged Brittany peninsula feels far removed not only from its neighbour Normandy, but also from the rest of France, with a distinct and proud Celtic culture.
7 night price from £1,885 per person
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Kirker Concierge
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