TripUSAFrance Rated Perfect 5/5 Tours!

We had never traveled on a group tour before, and we were a bit concerned about having an impersonal experience. However, our concerns quickly vanished. From Day 1,... read more our guides, Stephane and Isabelle, took great care to assure that everyone in the group was comfortable, eating well, and having an amazing time. The trip was seamless and extremely well-organized. We stayed at very nice hotels. The breakfasts were certainly acceptable, and the restaurants for lunch and dinner were great. I'm a very picky eater, but the guides always made sure that there was something good for me to enjoy. The selection of activities, locations, and local guides could not have been any better. In addition to feeling like Stephane and Isabelle were family by the end of the tour, we thoroughly enjoyed the company of the other 11 travelers in our group. This entire tour exceeded our expectations in every capacity. If you are thinking of taking a tour of Provence, this is the travel company to go with!!!!

Superb trip to see the lavender fields - thank you Trip USA France - If the south of France is on your bucket list, TripUSAFrance is the tour company to book with. I found this company through an internet search - reviews are... read more overwhelmingly positive and I can echo that sentiment. We had an amazing 10 day tour. Seeing the lavender fields of Provence was just one of the highlights of this spectacular tour. Each day we visited a new town, each more charming and distinct from the other. Towns visited include Montpellier, St Guilhelm en Desert, Arles, Les Baux de Provence, Carcassone, Avignon, Roussillon, the Pont du Gard and Aigues Morte along with one day spent in the lavender fields near Sault. Along the way we were expertly driven and guided by Stephane and Isabelle, along with some local guides, who made each member of the tour feel like family. There are many personal touches that make this tour special - a trip to a winery in Stephane's village to taste local wines, play Petanque and have a picnic ; a barbecue at a ranch in the Carmargue to learn about the regional horses/bulls; a visit to a lavender farm to harvest lavender and create our own essential oil. We happened to be in Arles when the bulls were being run in for the 'bull games' and our guide ensured that we were there. This is a superbly crafted tour designed to provide each person (no more than 14 per tour) with a very personal experience. Stephane and Isabelle ensured that everyone was taken care of, any food restrictions handled and that most of all, we had a good time. Hotels were clean and comfortable. If your budget allows, upgrade to a balcony room if available in Palavas les Flots so you can enjoy wine and snacks while looking at the Mediterranean. We LOVED our tour and can highly recommend Trip USA France.

Normandy TripUSAFrance - The trip with TripUSA France was just what we wanted. No worries about accommodation, transport or meals. Got to see all the major sites in Normandy with the insight of... read more our terrific guide Jonathan. Great experience!

Fascinating Blend of Culture and History - Our TripUSAFrance tour of Normandy was a great experience. The balance between days of culture at Mt. San Michael and Bayeux and history was ideal. The high points for us... read more were Omaha and Utah beaches and the American cemetery. Jonathan, our guide’s, detailed knowledge of the individuals and events that became the history was incredible. The food, transportation and accommodations were excellent.
Well done.

Sheila & Ray McKelvey

Small Group Tour That Exceeded Expectations! - I found this small group tour on Trip Advisor and was intrigued by all the five star reviews and the fact that the itinerary included more than just one day... read more of seeing the D Day sites in Normandy. Booking was one of the best travel decisions I ever made. The tour is first rate with wonderful accommodations, a knowledgeable guide (who went above and beyond researching my relative buried in the American Cemetery and helping me arrange a very special visit/commemoration), and it had just the right blend of WW 2 and medieval historical touring included. I cannot imagine having a better experience. Peter even send a trip sheet for the four days we spent prior to the start of the tour in Paris on our own. That information proved very useful. I highly recommend them.

TripUSAFrance is the way to do - Had a 6 day, action packed tour with this group in early June 2023. I absolutely loved
it. If I had a criticism it was just... read more so jam packed with activities. The tour really knew the best times to take us to sites so it would be least crowded (if Mt. San Michel) is ever not crowded?? Our tour guide, Jonathan, had a wealth of knowledge and I don't think he ever had a question he couldn't answer. A sup.er great way to experience Normandy

Best trip ever! I don't think that there are words of praise superlative enough in the English language to describe the wonderful experiences we had on this trip. It was... read more magnifique! We have traveled extensively for many years and have had many excellent trips, but this one surpassed them all. Owners Jerome and Katy at Hotel les Coquilles welcomed us warmly and created an atmosphere that was casual and relaxed. Rooms were spacious and clean, and the many options at breakfast were fresh and generous. Julia and her father Stephane were the perfect hosts, guides, and drivers. Julia's mom prepared a delicious dinner for the group which we all enjoyed. We felt like we were members of the family, but we were treated like royalty. We even learned how to play Pétanque! Yes, we visited famous sites like The Pont du Gard, Avignon's Palais des Papes and Arles' Roman Amphitheater, but each day held a secret surprise including a tour and tasting at an Oyster Farm, lunch at the Roquefort Cheese Caves where we were the only Americans in the restaurant, a visit to a vermouth distillery, and a fabulous afternoon and barbecue at a ranch in the Camargue. These were once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and we are so grateful to Julia and her family for sharing their beautiful part of the world with us. Merci beaucoup!

This tour was like a local friend taking you to her favorite sights, wineries and restaurants in the South of France! It was intimate and slower paced than the big... read more tours. Some highlights on the tour included a picnic at a winery with Julia’s mom’s homemade cooking, singalongs and games of pétanque; very tasty restaurants; and lighted art installation in a quarry cave — a very cool experience! More than I could have imagined!!!

Plenty of evenings on your own to eat at the many restaurants in Palavas or go downstairs to the Hotel Les Coquilles wine store for a bottle of wine, around the corner to the bakery and market for my charcuterie plate ingredients! I enjoyed that on my balcony overlooking the Mediterranean several evenings which was perfect way to end the day.

Palavas is a quaint resort town with old town charm. Before I arrived I thought there wouldn’t be enough to fill the free time but I fully enjoyed strolling the beach and the canal area. It was the perfect pace for me!

Hotel Les Coquilles, it is CUTE & clean and modern boutique hotel just steps to the beach! The owners are so pleasant and accommodating!

Julia and her father Stephane were the perfect hosts fun & full of laughs! I highly recommend TripUSAFrance! I hope to return for another of their tours!

The BEST way to see the South of France - This tour of the south of France was one of the greatest adventures I have experienced. I have travelled a lot and by far this was the most interesting trips... read more I have taken. Not only did we see historic sites but we also learned lessons along the way. The highlights of the life of Vincent Van Gogh was so enlightening, including the visit to the asylum where he was treated.

Everything was included in the tour. Our boutique hotel, La Coquille, was overlooking the Med, beautifully appointed rooms and breakfast to die for. While on tour in the different villages and cities lunch and some dinners were eaten as a group and the meals were awesome. Julia , our host, put together dining venues that were a delight.

I can without a doubt thank Julia and her dad Stephan for their driving skills , incredible knowledge of the country and the kindness they showed to everyone. And a huge thanks to Julia's Mom for putting together a wonderful picnic lunch at a local vineyard.

I worked as a Travel Agent for many years and without a doubt I would recommend TripUSAFrance every chance I could. Julia has put together one of the best organized tours I have ever been involved in. I have recommended this tour company to anyone who is interested in a holiday where you can actually learn something.