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Ardeche Family Explorer [family adventure]:
On this 8 day action-packed, multi-activity holiday no experience is needed for any activities although you do need to be reasonably fit to enjoy the week. As a centre-based trip, you can do as little or as much as you like.
Some of the possible activities are canoeing the Ardeche River, rock climbing, cave exploring, biking, horse riding, wire-slides/Flying fox, as well as hanging out and enjoying French life.
We also visit the famous Roman aqueduct at le Pont du Gard and go to Avignon - the 'City of the Popes' - a walled city full of magnificent medieval buildings, bridges and monuments.

Mont Blanc Explore [Family, Multi-Active]:
This 8 day centre-based trip is an action-packed, multi-activity holiday. No experience is needed for any activities although the trip will also appeal to those who have more experience.
Our two adjacent modern [jacuzzi included!] chalets are just a few minutes drive from Chamonix the original Alpine town with a relaxed atmosphere, pavement cafés and small traditional shops.
Possible activities include mountain hikes, biking, climbing and maybe canyoning and rafting.
Walking amongst breathtaking landscapes we can see Alpine flowers, marmots, chamois and various panoramic views.
The mountain biking trip explores different parts of the valley travelling through thick forests and open Alpine meadows.
The rock climbing takes place in the shadow of Mont Blanc and is suitable for both beginners and seasoned climbers.

Vélo en Provence [cycling]:
An 8 day tour in the heart of Provence, through the the Camargue, the culturally rich Arles area and the green hills of Luberon. Biking about 25 miles a day we have lots of time to discover France's incredible heritage.

Mont Blanc Trek [hiking]:
8 days. The Tour du Mont Blanc is one of Europe's best walks full of staggering mountain views and flowery hillsides. This involves two day-long treks past the Chamonix peaks and a 3-day trek along the best part of the Tour du Mont Blanc.

Dordogne Adventure [family, Multi-Active]:
By boat, bicycle and on foot over 8 days we explore the wonderful countryside, magnificent castles, stupendous gorges and dark caves along the Dordogne's course, with plenty of time to relax, and enjoy regional delicacies.

Here are a few of Intrepid's France tours, click on France Top Trips to see more options.

Classic Europe [France and Italy]:
A 15 day tour - the best of Paris and Rome, encompassing the Eiffel Tower, world-famous Burgundy wines, the beaches of the French Riviera, Monaco life, the superb views along the Cinque Terre, the museums and galleries of Florence and finally the cultural life of Rome, old and new!

Dordogne:
A 5 day [8 day also available] self-guided walking tour of Dordogne country, with the route through some of the most spectacular scenery in France. Visit ancient fortresses and honey-coloured villages, Explore prehistoric caves, Savour some of France's most delectable food and wine.

Mont Blanc Trek [France-Italy]:
A 8-day trekking holiday, hiking through one of the world's classic walks amongst breathtaking landscapes and staying in traditional mountain accommodation. We can see Alpine flowers, marmots, chamois and various panoramic views as well as some of the finest mountain views in the world. This tour is graded 'C' - strenuous and is suitable for walkers who enjoy the challenge of hikes with plenty of ascent and descent [approx 1000m each day].

Paris to Venice [France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy]:
A monumental 23 day tour through some of the most romantic cities in Europe. See masterpieces in the world's finest museums, explore fairytale castles and tiny medieval streets, and enjoy gourmet cuisine on the way. And en route you choose what you want to do and when and where to do it.
Wander the magnificence of Paris, test chocolate and beer to destruction in Belgium, check the art and canals in Amsterdam, dance until dawn in Berlin, visit Poland's medieval glories, the baroque splendour and music of Vienna, Revel in the aquatic splendour of Venice.