France Tours in October 2025
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Duration 8 days Destinations Budapest, Arad, Timisoara, Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bucharest Age Range 6 to 90 year olds Operator Eskapas October departure dates
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Duration 6 days Destinations Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges, Sarlat-La-Caneda, BeynacSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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Duration 11 days Destinations Paris, Tours, Blois, Villandry, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges, Sarlat-La-Caneda, BeynacSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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3% Off- NZ$3,690
Duration 5 days Destinations Marseille, Arles, Avignon, Pont du Gard, Pont-en-Royans, Lyon, Tournus, Beaune, Dijon, BesanconSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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Duration 9 days Destinations Paris, Tours, Bordeaux, Lourdes, Carcassonne, Marseille, Arles, Avignon, Lyon, TournusSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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3% Off- NZ$2,784
Duration 11 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Rennes, Angers, Villandry, AmboiseSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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3% Off- NZ$3,629
Duration 8 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Mont Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Rennes, Angers, ToursSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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3% Off- NZ$2,162
Duration 13 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Rennes, Angers, Villandry, AmboiseSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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3% Off- NZ$4,207
Duration 8 days Destinations Avignon, Gigondas, Gordes Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels October departure dates
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Duration 15 days Destinations Paris, Rouen, Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Rennes, Angers, Villandry, AmboiseSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo October departure dates
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What people love about France Tours in October
- 3-day Guided Normandy : D Day Beaches, Mont Saint-michel And Loire Valley Chateaux From Paris
Excellently organized. Driver & Tour Guide the absolute best Both people a real asset to Tourradar / ParisCity Vision. Places visited were varied, thus well chosen. Enough time available to fully enjoy each place Hotels very comfortable. I had a super time on this 3-day tour from Paris, Return. I highly recommend it. Thank you. KathRyn Krafczyk from Cape Town.
What our customers ask about France Tours in October 2025
What special autumn events or festivals can I experience in France during October?
France's October calendar features several notable harvest celebrations and cultural events. In Paris the Montmartre Wine Harvest Festival brings the 18th arrondissement to life while Tours hosts its International Food Festival drawing culinary enthusiasts from across Europe. The Loire Valley's wine regions come alive with harvest festivities particularly in Saint-Emilion and Vouvray where local vintners open their estates to visitors. Many hotels like the centrally located Hotel Le Progres in Angers or Hampton by Hilton in Tours provide convenient bases for festival-goers.
What are the most scenic places to visit in France during October's fall colors?
The autumn transformation of France's landscapes peaks in October. The Loire Valley showcases a blend of golden vineyards and historic chateau gardens with Chambord and Chenonceau offering particularly picturesque settings. Along the Rhône Valley between Lyon and Avignon visitors can see fall colors paint the riverbanks in warm hues. For optimal viewing locations consider staying at the Novotel Amboise or Hotel Le Dauphin in Honfleur both positioned near prime fall foliage routes.
Are tourist attractions less crowded in France during October?
October marks a sweet spot in French tourism with reduced crowds but agreeable weather conditions. Popular destinations like Mont Saint-Michel and the Loire Valley châteaux see noticeably fewer visitors compared to peak summer months. This timing often translates to better rates and availability at accommodations such as the Mercure Bordeaux Meriadeck or Hampton by Hilton Tours. The comfortable temperatures and lighter tourist traffic make October ideal for unhurried exploration.
What are the best food and wine experiences in France during October?
October's harvest season creates rich opportunities for wine enthusiasts in Bordeaux Loire Valley and Burgundy. Visitors can join grape harvesting sessions participate in tastings and attend harvest festivals. The month also brings peak seasons for wild mushrooms truffles and autumn specialties. Properties like Hotel Kyriad Saumur Centre and Mercure Grand Hotel in Nantes serve as excellent starting points for exploring these seasonal gastronomic offerings.
What unique wine experiences are available in France during October?
The October harvest transforms French wine regions into hubs of activity. Bordeaux's prestigious estates including Château Coutet welcome visitors for harvest-time tastings. Burgundy's Route des Grands Crus features historic cellars in Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges offering special seasonal programs. The combination of active vineyards autumn colors and traditional wine-making practices creates distinctive experiences across France's wine territories.
What special culinary experiences are available in France during October?
October presents unique seasonal food opportunities across France. Visitors can join truffle hunting expeditions in Dordogne take part in mushroom foraging in Provence or experience wine harvest activities in various regions. Restaurants like L'Hostellerie la Gentilhommière in Nuits-St-Georges create special autumn menus featuring local game seasonal produce and newly harvested wines making October a particularly rewarding time for food enthusiasts.