I wanted to experience Provence, France during the lavender season and chose France Off the Beaten Path after reading the group tour reviews; and they didn't disappoint! My tour was in July 2025, which involved a mixed group of 10 people, and from the very beginning when I experienced travel problems with disrupted rail service from Nice because of wildfires around Marseille, Philippe our head tour guide, took immediate actions to provide me a driver to get me to St. Remy. Our week's itinerary was very well thought-out and timely executed with plenty of personal time mixed in. We had three guides with us all week: Philippe, Summer and Isabelle, who were all well-versed in everything Provence and France. As a real perk, there were a couple days that the Owner Christy Destremau, who wasn't leading a tour herself, joined us during the day or for a couple meals. All of the meals we ate were 5 star; from the picnic lunch (with wine of course) under the trees at the lavender distillery that we toured, to a new restaurant of a favored Michelin Star chef, to the gourmet meal at Château Maucoil winery under the canopy of trees overlooking the vineyards in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape... The Hotel Gounad in St. Remi that we were based in for the week was just lovely! Beautifully appointed, comfortable rooms and the people who worked there were very helpful and kind. I would highly recommend this high end travel company if you want attention to detail and want to travel 'off the beaten path!'
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Celebrating 31 years as a boutique tour operator, France Off the Beaten Path Tours offers a unique, immersive, and personalized travel experience for those looking to explore the hidden gems of France beyond the typical tourist experience. The company focuses on designing and delivering authentic cultural encounters and excursions, and every tour offers travelers a deeper understanding of French culture, history, people, and way of life. From time spent with local French friends, some of France's most celebrated professionals, to quaint and artist villages, spectacular countryside landscapes, private tours of historical sites, and uniquely personalized dining, France Off the Beaten Path Tours offers a truly unforgettable journey off the well-trodden tourist trail. See more
