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Nantes & Paris

Overview

Discover Nantes’ historic charm and inventive spirit through museums, castles, river cruises, and unique attractions like Les Machines de l’Île, with the freedom to explore at your own rhythm. Travel in comfort by high-speed TGV to Paris, where classic landmarks, a scenic Seine cruise, world-class museums, fashion districts, and a traditional Parisian dining experience round out an unforgettable French journey.

Format

Self-guided tour

Locations

  • France
    • Nantes
    • Paris

Inclusions

  • Flight to Nantes; return from Paris
  • 8 nights of accommodation
  • 8 breakfasts and 1 dinner
  • Private airport transfers in Nantes and Paris
  • Private transfers between the hotels and the train stations
  • High-speed TGV train ticket (First Class) between Nantes and Paris
  • 5-day pass including 50 different activities in Nantes & surroundings
  • More Moments activities included:
    • Cruise on the Seine River
    • Dinner in a Parisian restaurant
    • Panoramic city tour of Paris with audio guide
    • Entrance to the Picasso Museum
  • Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
     

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart Canada

Fly to Nantes.

Day 2

Welcome to Nantes

Upon your arrival in Nantes, you’ll take a private transfer to your hotel and check in.

Days 3 to 5

Nantes: Visit

During your stay, you’ll use the Nantes transportation pass to explore the city and its surroundings at your own pace. 
Discover Nantes’ historic heart with a mini train tour of the old city, the iconic Château des ducs de Bretagne, the Fine Arts Museum, the Jules Verne and Dobrée Museums, as well as the Planetarium. 
Enjoy Nantes’ unique attractions, including Les Machines de l’Île and the whimsical Carrousel des Mondes Marins, and take included day trips by train to the medieval town of Clisson or on scenic boat cruises to Saint-Nazaire, with free visits to a submarine or shipyard. 
Venture further to explore nearby castles such as Château de Goulaine and Château de Châteaubriand, and make the most of free bicycle rentals and mini-golf for leisure.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6

Nantes - Paris

Today, you’ll take a private transfer to the railway station to board the TGV high-speed train to Paris. Upon arrival, you’ll take a private transfer to your hotel and check in.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7

Paris: Sightseeing

Today, you’ll see the city's main attractions. In the afternoon, you’ll take a 1-hour cruise to view Paris from one of its best vantage points: the Seine. 

More Moments Activities Included

  • Panoramic city tour of Paris with audio guide

    Discover Paris by bus with 360° views. See the most famous Parisian landmarks with audio commentary in 10 languages and personal earphones.

  • Cruise on the Seine River

    Cruise by the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Conciergerie and the Musée d’Orsay. See the historic heart of the capital from a new perspective.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8

Paris: At Leisure

After a full day discovering Paris at your leisure, make your way to your dinner reservation at a traditional local restaurant.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Dinner at a Parisian restaurant

    Enjoy a typical Parisian restaurant with a 3-course meal while taking in the beautiful décor and surroundings.  

Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner

Day 9

Paris: Visit

Known as the fashion capital of the world, you can find something for every shopper from the outdoor markets to the famous shopping districts and emporiums. Make your way to the Picasso Museum when it suits your schedule.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Entrance to the Picasso Museum

    Dedicated to the life and work of Pablo Picasso and other artists, enjoy the day admiring his art collection.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 10

Paris - Return to Canada

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Accommodations

Where you'll stay

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location

Hotel

Nantes
Billie Hotel (or similar)
3
Paris
Folie Hotel (or similar)
3

Room details

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people 

Nantes
Maisons du Monde Hotel (or similar)
4
Paris
Marceau Bastille Hotel (or similar)
4

Room details

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people 

Important Information

  • Daily service from June 11 to October 12, 2026

  • Tours Exclusions:

    • Meals & drinks, unless specified
    • Transfers, unless specified
    • Additional activities and excursions
    • Personal expenses and insurance
       
  • 5-Day Nantes Transportation Pass Includes:

    • Unlimited transportation within Nantes 
    • Train ride to Clisson, a charming medieval town nearby
    • Several boat tours, including a cruise to Saint-Nazaire with free visits to a submarine or the transatlantic shipyard
    • Free bicycle rental
    • Mini train ride within Nantes’ historic centre
    • Admission to Les Machines de l’Île, the city’s main attraction
    • Le Carrousel des Mondes Marins
    • Château des ducs du Bretagne, Nantes’ most visited landmark
    • Fine Arts Museum of Nantes
    • Jules Verne Museum
    • Musée Dobrée
    • Planetarium
    • Mini golf
    • Château de Goulaine
    • Château de Châteaubriand
    • And more
       
  • City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in France and are payable in local currency. 

  • The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.