Apr - Oct
15 Days
9 - 10 Hours
Euro
French
Bliss Travels curates highly customized, private journeys through France, catering to discerning travelers who bypass mass-market tourist routes. Rather than checking off standard sights, our itineraries focus on exclusive, after-hours access and private transportation. Your French journey might connect a private tasting in the historic cellars of Champagne with an after-hours tour of the Louvre Museum, or a week aboard a private yacht charter along the Côte d'Azur during the quieter shoulder season.
We coordinate every detail of your transport, accommodation, and touring. Travel between Paris and the wine estates of Bordeaux or Burgundy via first-class rail, and navigate local wine routes in private, chauffeured Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Our partnerships with historic palace hotels and private vineyard estates guarantee access to properties that do not publish availability on public booking platforms.
France is home to the prestigious "Palace" distinction, a rating reserved for five-star properties that exhibit exceptional heritage and service. From historic Parisian landmarks like Le Bristol to private châteaux in the Loire Valley, these properties offer unmatched privacy.
France offers the highest concentration of three-star Michelin restaurants in the world. We arrange private chef tables, kitchen tours, and curated wine pairings that reflect the culinary heritage of regions like Lyon, Paris, and Provence.
We provide access to legendary estates in Bordeaux (Saint-Émilion, Médoc), Champagne (Reims, Épernay), and Burgundy (Côte de Nuits). Tastings are conducted privately with head winemakers, bypassing standard commercial visitor rooms.
The coastline from St. Tropez to Monaco is best navigated from the water. We arrange private day charters and week-long yacht itineraries, providing access to quiet coves, beach clubs, and coastal villages away from road traffic.
Experience French fashion and art via private channels. Our guests enjoy after-hours tours of the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay, alongside private viewings and styling sessions at prestigious fashion houses on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
Join a multi-generational family estate during the autumn grape harvest. Participate in the sorting process, tour private underground chalk cellars, and enjoy a curated tasting of single-vineyard vintages paired with local gastronomy.
Best suited for: Wine connoisseurs, culinary enthusiasts
Explore the world's largest art museum after the public departs. Accompanied by a licensed art historian, view masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo in silence, free from crowds.
Best suited for: Art historians, heritage travelers
Board a luxury motor yacht in Cannes for a cruise along the Esterel cliffs. Anchor in the quiet waters of the Lérins Islands for swimming, followed by lunch prepared on board by a private chef.
Best suited for: Families, active travelers, couples
Reside in a privately owned, historic château closed to the public. Enjoy morning horseback rides through private woodlands, hot-air balloon flights over Chambord, and candlelit dinners hosted by the property's aristocratic owners.
Best suited for: Honeymooners, multi-generational families
Learn the intricacies of classic French pastry or sauce-making under the guidance of a Michelin-starred chef in a private kitchen. Begin the morning sourcing seasonal ingredients at a historic market.
Best suited for: Aspiring chefs, families
Welcome to Paris. Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport, where our VIP representative will meet you at the aircraft gate and escort you through fast-track customs. Transfer via private Mercedes-Benz S-Class to your historic palace hotel, Le Bristol or Plaza Athénée. Spend the afternoon resting. In the evening, transfer to the banks of the Seine to board a private river yacht for a sunset cruise, enjoying champagne and caviar while observing the illuminated monuments.
Overnight: Paris Palace Hotel
Today is tailored for families. Following breakfast, depart with your private guide for a customized exploration. Choose between a VIP tour of Versailles or a private excursion to Disneyland Paris, featuring fast-track entrance tickets to bypass all queues. In the late afternoon, enjoy exclusive access to the Eiffel Tower's summit (Level 3), enjoying a private glass of champagne on the viewing deck.
Overnight: Paris Palace Hotel
Explore the artistic heritage of Paris with a private art historian. Your morning begins with a custom walk through Le Marais, visiting private galleries. In the evening, after the museum closes to the public, enter the Louvre through a private entrance. Walk the deserted galleries with your historian, viewing the Mona Lisa and the Nike of Samothrace in complete solitude.
Overnight: Paris Palace Hotel
Board the high-speed TGV train in First Class from Paris to Nice, enjoying a comfortable transit through the rolling hills of Burgundy and Provence. Upon arrival, a private chauffeur will transfer you to your hotel—the legendary Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat or Hotel Negresco. Spend the evening walking the Promenade des Anglais before dining on fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant.
Overnight: French Riviera Palace Hotel
Explore the seaside town of Antibes with your private driver-guide. Visit the Picasso Museum housed in the historic Château Grimaldi, and walk the ramparts overlooking the yacht harbor. For families, a private naturalist excursion to Marineland can be arranged. Spend the afternoon in the hilltop village of Saint-Paul de Vence, browsing modern art galleries.
Overnight: French Riviera Palace Hotel
Travel inland with your private chauffeur to Provence. Arrive in Avignon, the historic city of Popes. Tour the Palais des Papes with a private guide, bypassing the entrance lines. In the afternoon, drive through the lavender and olive fields of the Luberon Valley, stopping in Gordes and Roussillon. Check into La Bastide de Gordes, overlooking the valley.
Overnight: Luberon Valley Luxury Hotel
Return to the coast for a private excursion to the Principality of Monaco. Tour the Prince's Palace with a private guide, and drive along the iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix street circuit. In the evening, enjoy VIP entry to the historic Casino de Monte-Carlo, followed by dinner at a three-Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the harbor.
Overnight: Monte Carlo Luxury Hotel
Board a private motor yacht in Cannes for a day cruise. Explore the quiet Lérins Islands and swim in the Mediterranean. Enjoy a gourmet lunch prepared on board by a private chef, paired with local Provence rosés. Return to the harbor in the late afternoon for dinner at a cliffside restaurant in Èze.
Overnight: French Riviera Palace Hotel
Enjoy a quiet breakfast overlooking the sea. Your private chauffeur will transfer you to Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport for your departure flight. Our VIP representative will assist you with tax refunds and luggage check-in.
Overnight: Departure flight
France's luxury properties are define by history and service. In Paris, our guests reside in Palace hotels that feature private gardens, three-Michelin-starred dining rooms, and high ceilings. In the wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy, we select private vineyard residences and manor houses that allow guests to wake up overlooking working vineyards. Along the Côte d'Azur, we reserve cliffside villas and historic Grand-Hôtels that have hosted royalty and artists since the Belle Époque.
Using the proprietary Bliss Journey Design Method, we construct your French itinerary around your preferred pacing. Instead of packing days with multiple stops, we structure afternoons around private culinary classes, styling appointments, or vineyard tastings, ensuring a customized experience.