Located at the heart of France’s hexagonal territory, Auvergne is a sparsely populated land of volcanic plateaus and large valleys. Unlike the Alps to the east or the Pyrénées to the southwest, its highest peaks reach only 6,000 feet above sea level and are free of snow in summer. The local authorities? efforts to safeguard the environment have made Auvergne one of the last protected zones in Europe.
Before going to Auvergne, familiarize yourself with its history and its gastronomy.
For a trip off the beaten path, we recommend a France Food Tour to Southwestern France: the Midi-Pyrenees. The Pyrenees Mountains form the border between France and Spain, and it is a region known for beautiful scenery and beautiful food. Let the city of Toulouse be your home […]
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France is home to the world’s third largest Jewish community, and Jews have had a long and inspiring history in France – sometimes tragic, mostly harmonious. Living in France since the Roman times, Jews have contributed a great deal to its culture and history, while France […]
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La Deux Chevaux, la Deuche, la Dedeuche – all different names for the 2CV, the iconic French car which was designed to replace the horse and cart for farmers and at the same time, revolutionized the French motor industry. The 2CV became a symbol for France and its […]
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The ultimate in Romantic evenings is this new overnight Seine river cruise and dinner. The package includes dinner and an ‘aperitif’ served on the sun deck and accommodation in a mahogany covered luxury cabin. You’ll board at the foot of the Eiffel Tower where your hotel […]
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If you have been considering a trip to the south of France, 2013 is the year to go. Make Marseille, the European Capital of Culture for 2013, your primary destination. The European Capital of Culture title was invented in 1985 and aims to bring people closer […]
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It’s no secret that France is a hiker’s paradise as well as a wine lover’s paradise. Combining a healthy trek throughout Burgundy wine route with a discovery of the best vineyards in the region. You’ll walk from Dijon to Meursault on this 6 days/ 5 nights […]
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By combining a wine tour of Bordeaux a visit of the most dramatic sites of Dordogne, this tour is sure to please the France connoisseur as well as the first time visitor. In the Bordeaux region, your tours will include visits of Medoc, Pomerol and Saint-Emilion. […]
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Get a romantic and unique view of the City of Light on a Seine River cruise! Float down Paris’ eighty-one miles of canals, enjoying the fresh air and beautiful scenery. The famous river Seine serves as your host for this tour of France, and now is […]
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For those taking a France vacation in Paris specifically, it would be an error to avoid the Axe Historique. This “historical axis” of Paris is bookmarked by two modern marvels, and should easily be on every visitor’s “To See” list. Start on the east end at The Louvre […]
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The Louvre museum, the most popular art museum in the world, was shut on Wednesday, but re-opened on Thursday. Surveillance agents went on strike to protest the growing number of often-violent pickpockets who prey on both them and the tourists, reports New York Times. Museum officials […]
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