April 14th to April 22nd, 2027
The Artiste Gardens of France
Spring is the perfect time to explore Paris, the “City of Light,” along with France’s remarkable châteaux and gardens. Join us for a tour of the country’s premier botanical, cultural, and historic destinations—from iconic Paris landmarks, artists’ and royal gardens, and the Palace of Versailles to the châteaux of the Loire Valley. The unparalleled combination of cultural and horticultural experiences will be magnifique! This garden tour offers inspiration and memories to last a lifetime.
PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED
Maximum Capacity: 20 People
The Artiste Gardens of France Itinerary
9 Days and 8 Nights
Tuesday, April 13 – Depart this evening on your overnight flight from your selected US gateway to Paris. Overnight: Plane
Wednesday, April 14 – Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, where you will be transferred to the city center. Meet tour leader and garden expert, Teresa Watkins and tour manager Tony DeSormier at the Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador, your home for the next four nights. Enjoy a free afternoon exploring the surrounding avenues and shops before gathering for dinner at the hotel restaurant. (D) Overnight: Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador Hotel
Thursday, April 15 – After breakfast at the hotel, prepare for a full day’ sightseeing in Paris. We’ll be using a public transport pass (provided) to travel around the city. Included are a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral, a guided tour of the Louvre Museum, and an elevator ride to the top of the Eiffel Tower. That evening we’ll enjoy a dinner cruise on the River Seine. (B, D) Overnight: Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador Hotel
Friday, April 16 – Today’s extended half-day excursion starts with breakfast at the hotel before heading to Giverny, home of the renowned painter Claude Monet. The adventure today includes a visit and guided tour of Monet’s House and Gardens. We’ll have lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Paris by mid-afternoon. You’ll have the balance of the day free to explore and maybe do some shopping before sampling one of the area’s fine restaurants. (B, L) Overnight: Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador Hotel
Saturday, April 17 – Breakfast at the hotel starts a day that features an excursion to the Palace of Versailles including a guided tour of the Palace, Gardens, and the Musical Fountains. We’ll break for lunch at a local restaurant. By mid-afternoon, we’ll return to Paris where you will have the balance of the day free. (B, L) Overnight: Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador Hotel
Sunday, April 18 – The tour coach will pick us up after breakfast at the hotel and drive us to Chartres Cathedral for a guided tour of the largest and best-preserved collection of 12th- and 13th-century medieval stained glass in the world. We will continue to the Loire Valley, known as the Garden of France, for dinner and three nights’ stay. (B, D) Overnight: Domaine de la Tortinière, Veigné
Monday, April 19 – After breakfast, we will visit the Château de Villandry for a guided tour of the Château and gardens. A visit to the French Renaissance Château du Rivau is scheduled for the afternoon where we will have a guided tour of the Remarquable Gardens and in evening, a lovely dinner. (B, D) Overnight: Domaine de la Tortinière, Veigné
Tuesday, April 20 – After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll travel to Château de Valmer for a guided tour of the château and gardens, featuring balustrades, statues, columns, stairways, fountains, and a rare troglodytic chapel. The visit also includes a cave tour and wine tasting. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Château d’Amboise and its gardens. (B, D) Overnight: Domaine de la Tortinière, Veigné
Wednesday, April 21 – After an early breakfast, we’ll travel to Fontainebleau, the former residence of French kings and often described as a “host of palaces.” We’ll enjoy a guided tour of the château and gardens before returning to Paris for a free afternoon and dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D) Overnight: Marriott Hotel Paris Ambassador Hotel
Thursday, April 22 – We’ll have one last breakfast at the hotel before bidding adieu to France. Transfers to Paris Charles de Gaul Airport for flights home, carrying with us memories of a “voyage unique dans une vie”, our trip of a lifetime adventure. (B) Overnight: Home
Key To Included Meals: B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner
Tour Package Includes:
8 nights’ accommodations
Porterage of one bag per person in/out at each hotel.
8 breakfasts
6 dinners, including dinner cruise on the Seine
2 lunches
Private motor coach transportation throughout the tour.
1-day Navigo pass for Paris public transport.
(Venues/guided tours are subject to availability. )
Admission to Notre Dame, Paris
Admission to the Louvre, Paris
Admission to Eiffel Tower including top floor, Paris
Admission and guided tour at Monet Foundation, Giverny
Admission and guided tour at Versailles Chateau and gardens
Admission and guided tour at Chartres Cathedral
Admission and guided tour at Villandry Chateau and gardens
Admission and guided tour at Rivau Château and gardens
Admission and guided tour at Château Valmer and gardens plus wine tasting
Admission and guided tour at Château Amboise and gardens
Admission and guided tour at Château Fontainebleau and gardens
Taxes and Gratuities: Gratuities for the coach driver and tour guide are not included and are at your discretion, based on the level of service.
Please note that travel insurance is not included on this tour. We highly recommend getting travel insurance. See the bottom of the 2027 Garden Tours page for more information.
Pricing Information (Per Person):
Double occupancy -- $5,350
Single occupancy -- $7,050
$1,500 deposit for all registrations.
Costs and the itinerary may be adjusted due to circumstances beyond our control or operational requirements.
Costs will not change once a deposit is received.
Do you plan to join us for this tour? If so, please fill out the Participant Agreement by clicking the button below. Once you are finished, please send the form to:
PO Box 547091 Orlando, FL 32854
*One Agreement for each Participant