Self-guided rail holidays in France

Our French rail holidays enable you to embrace the warm spirit of the south: travel through landscapes of lyrical beauty on a choice of journeys by rail linking elegant and historic cities. Stay at authentic, hand-picked city hotels, from where you can enjoy delicious food, splendid wines, and great art and architecture.

French rail holidays –

the seduction of the south

France’s southern regions have a distinct appeal, suffused by a renowned quality of light and a sun-drenched atmosphere that have drawn artists and writers for generations. Our France rail holidays are self-guided, allowing you to travel at your own pace while soaking up the seductive charms of Le Midi. Our detailed notes ensure you will come across sights, scents and flavours that will leave a lasting imprint on the memory.

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Comprehensive route notes

We take great pride in our route guides, updating them constantly so that you have the most current information and can enjoy the richest possible holiday experience. Walking at a pace that suits you, you can rely on them to steer you from A to B, and fill you in about places of interest and local culture along the way.
Your holiday, your way

Not being part of a group means you can stay in intimate hotels and guesthouses, and gives you so much freedom. Freedom to choose your start date, the length of your holiday (feel free to add extra nights) and your travel route – we’ll happily book a bespoke travel package for you, either by air, by rail or by ferry.
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We’ve built up a wealth of experience since we started in 1984. Whether you’ve got a query or wish to book a holiday, you’ll deal with friendly experts who share a passion for travel and who have stayed in our featured hotels and walked our routes. They’ll be delighted to answer your questions and help you plan your perfect holiday.

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Reach your holiday by rail

We can organise for you to reach the start of your holiday in France by rail, finding the best routes and connections, plus adding on stays if you wish to break up the journey.

Getting to France by train can be simpler than flying, with many of our holidays reachable within six to nine hours from London. Once you arrive in Paris, you can then be in Avignon, Provence in around 2h40, while Paris to St Pierre des Corps in the Loire is just one hour.

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Rail holidays in France

Journeys by rail

French rail holidays –

Our Journeys by rail in France

Find the right holiday for you

Why choose Inntravel?

Comprehensive route notes

Your holiday, your way

Friendly experts

Reach your holiday by rail