Small Group Tours in France – Shared Day Trips from Top Cities
60 trips match your search criteria ***
Plan your entire France trip in one place. Choose from curated small group day tours and multi-day itineraries across the country—delivered by Ophorus and trusted local partners to ensure consistent quality.
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Shared Tours • Bordeaux04 hoursMax. 8 guests -
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Shared Tours • BordeauxSaint-Émilion Small Group Full-Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • BayeuxDiscover D-Day History on a Small Group Half-Day Tour from Bayeux
04 hoursMax. 19 guests -
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Shared Tours • BordeauxMédoc Wine Tour Small Group Half-Day Trip from Bordeaux
04 hoursMax. 8 guests -
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Shared Tours • StrasbourgAlsace Wine Discovery Half-Day Vineyard Tour from Strasbourg
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Shared Tours • BordeauxMedoc Wine Immersion Full day Small Group Bordeaux Vineyard Tour
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Shared Tours • BayeuxD-Day Tour: Utah & Omaha Beaches, Sainte-Mère-Église & U.S Cemetery
Full DayMax. 19 guests -
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Shared Tours • StrasbourgAlsace Wine Route Full-Day Small Group Tour from Strasbourg
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Shared Tours • ColmarAuthentic Alsace Villages tour : A half-day Cultural Experience from Colmar
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Shared Tours • BayeuxMont Saint Michel & Abbey Discovery: Guided Tour from Bayeux
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
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Shared Tours • BordeauxBordeaux Gourmet Experience : French Cheeses & Wines
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Shared Tours • Sarlat-la-CanédaVillages of the Dordogne Valley : A Picturesque half-day Escape
04 hoursMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • Aix-en-ProvenceCassis Village Tour, Calanques Boat Ride & Provence Wines from Aix
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • ColmarAlsace Wine Tour from Colmar: A half-day Vineyard Excursion
04 hoursMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • Aix-en-ProvenceProvence Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Aix-en-Provence
04 hoursMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • ColmarAlsace Wine Tour from Colmar: A full day Vineyard Exploration
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • ColmarEguisheim, Riquewihr & Haut Koenigsbourg – An Alsace Journey from Colmar
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • Sarlat-la-CanédaJourney into Prehistory: Les Eyzies Museum & Lascaux IV Parietal Center
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
-10% with code FALL2026
Shared Tours • StrasbourgStrasbourg to Baden-Baden Tour: Discover Germany's Black Forest Beauty
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
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Shared Tours • ToursChenonceau & Chambord Castles: A Royal Journey Through History
Full DayMax. 8 guests -
Shared Tours • StrasbourgAlsace Christmas Markets Tour: Explore Festive Delights
07 hoursMax. 8 guests -
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Shared Tours • StrasbourgEnchanting Alsace villages Small Group Tour from Strasbourg
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Shared Tours • BayeuxMont-Saint-Michel Shuttle & Abbey Tickets from Bayeux
Full DayMax. 16 guests
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Learn more about Small Group Tours in France – Shared Day Trips from Top Cities
Small Group Tours in France: Shared Experiences with Up to 8 Guests
Discover France on shared small group tours with a maximum of 8 guests and expert English-speaking driver-guides. Departing from cities across France, our tours bring you closer to celebrated wine regions, historic landmarks, picturesque villages, and local culture in a friendly, relaxed setting.
Explore France by Region and Departure City
- Paris: Discover iconic landmarks, world-class art, and French history through tours exploring the capital’s cultural highlights.
- Burgundy from Beaune and Dijon: Explore vineyard landscapes, visit traditional wine estates, and enjoy tastings that introduce you to Burgundy’s winemaking heritage.
- Bordeaux: Visit renowned wine regions, discover vineyard villages, and taste local wines at selected châteaux.
- Dordogne from Sarlat-la-Canéda: Explore medieval villages, scenic countryside, and the rich heritage of the Dordogne on excursions from Sarlat.
- Champagne from Reims: Discover Champagne production, explore atmospheric cellars, and enjoy guided tastings.
- Loire Valley from Tours: Visit remarkable châteaux, including Chambord and Chenonceau on selected itineraries, and discover the region’s royal history.
- Alsace from Strasbourg and Colmar: Explore half-timbered villages, taste regional wines, and discover Christmas markets on seasonal tours.
- Provence from Aix-en-Provence: Discover hilltop villages, colorful markets, and Provençal landscapes, with lavender experiences available seasonally.
- Southern France from Montpellier: Explore historic towns, regional flavors, and Mediterranean landscapes on excursions from Montpellier.
- Lyon: Discover the city’s historic neighborhoods and celebrated culinary traditions.
- French Riviera from Nice: Explore coastal scenery, hilltop villages, and Riviera towns on sightseeing tours from Nice.
- Normandy from Bayeux: Visit the D-Day landing beaches, memorials, and key World War II historical sites with a knowledgeable guide.
Why Choose a Shared Small Group Tour?
Enjoy a more personal alternative to large coach tours. With no more than 8 guests, you have more opportunities to ask questions, connect with your guide, and share the experience with fellow travelers.
Choose an itinerary that matches your interests, from wine tasting and village sightseeing to art, architecture, and wartime history. Visits, tastings, entrance fees, and seasonal activities vary by tour; check each itinerary for its exact inclusions.
Local Knowledge and Carefully Selected Experiences
Our tours combine regional knowledge with thoughtfully planned itineraries. Whether operated by Ophorus or one of our trusted local partners, each experience is selected for guiding quality, reliability, and guest satisfaction.
Find Your Small Group Tour in France
Browse our shared tours by departure city, region, or travel interest to find the right experience for your trip. Check individual tour pages for schedules, availability, meeting points, and inclusions before booking.
Planning a longer stay? Explore our France Multi-Day Tours in Small Groups, with a maximum of 8 guests.
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