Trip to France

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You are traveling with Alliance Française de Washington, D.C., in partnership with Magnific Escapades.

Your Itinerary

From the golden vineyards of Champagne to the fairy-tale villages of Alsace, this curated 9- day journey blends history, gastronomy, and elegance for an authentic taste of Eastern France. Discover many luminous jewels–Nancy, Metz, Baccarat, Colmar, and Strasbourg–where Gothic cathedrals, royal heritage, and riverside charm come together in a celebration of French culture, history, and culinary excellence for an unforgettable experience.

Day 1 • Nancy | Lorraine

Upon arrival in Nancy, settle into the refined atmosphere of the capital of Art Nouveau. Spend the afternoon discovering the city boasting the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Place Stanislas, one of Europe's most beautiful squares. In the evening, gather for a welcome dinner, beginning your journey in the heart of Northeastern France.

Day 2 • Nancy | Lorraine

Spend a full day in Nancy. Begin the morning with an exclusive guided visit of Nancy. Savor a traditional lunch. Appreciate the city at your pace and relax during the afternoon at leisure. Traditional dinner in Nancy.

Day 3 • Metz | Art Nouveau

Spend a full day in Metz. Enjoy an exclusive guided visit of Metz. Lunch in Metz. Admire the Centre Pompidou Museum during a guided visit. Dinner in Nancy at leisure.

Day 4 • Lorraine | Baccarat

Spend a full day in Baccarat. Visit the crystal glass-making factory, admire delicate artwork during the guided visit of Collection Baccarat. Lunch at leisure. Visit the local church famous for its stained-glass windows and the Baccarat city hall. Meet the Mayor of Baccarat and his team. Aperitif and Dinner in Baccarat. Return to Nancy.

Day 5 • Strasbourg

Spend a full day discovering Strasbourg's highlights. Wander through the charming canals of Petite France, explore the vibrant city center, and admire the soaring Strasbourg Cathedral. Rejoice with an authentic Alsatian lunch in town, followed by a scenic boat cruise along River Ill. Follow the footsteps of a European Deputy as you tour the European Parliament. Participate in a private cooking class show and dinner in Strasbourg.

Day 6 • Alsace | Colmar | Alsace Wine Route

Discover Colmar during an exclusive commented visit. Private boat tour on the Lauch River. Stimulate your taste buds with a wine and cheese tasting lunch at the winery. Dive into medieval, early Renaissance art and baroque sculpture collections during an exclusive guided tour of the Unterlinden Museum. Return to Strasbourg in the evening. Dinner at leisure.

Day 7 • Alsace

Morning at leisure until 11AM. Ascend the Chateau de Niedernai and reward yourself with a privileged tasting and lunch. In the afternoon, tour the Struthof Concentration camp. Travel back to Strasbourg. Appreciate the city at your pace and relax during the afternoon at leisure. Dinner at leisure.

Day 8 • Strasbourg | Alsace

After breakfast, travel through time at the Castle of Haut-Koenigsbourg. The exclusive guided tour will give you an experience of living the Château life! Savor an authentic Alsatian lunch. Near the Vosges mountains, discover Riquewihr, a medieval town in the heart of the Alsace vineyards, classified as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France". Privileged wine tasting at a winery. Return to Strasbourg for a Bistronomic Farewell dinner.

Day 9 • Return Home

Travel by train to Paris for your flight home from CDG, concluding your journey through the wonders of Northeastern France.

*We reserve the right to make adjustments to the trip itinerary as necessary.

Discover Your Hotels

In Nancy: Best Western Hotel Crystal

In Strasbourg: Hotel Hannong

Registration

To reserve your place, please download, print, fill out this registration form which contains the cancellation policy, sign and date, and return it to Sarah Diligenti, director@francedc.org.

You must make a deposit or pay in full to ensure your booking is secure.

Payment Information

You have the option to split your fee into two payments or make one complete payment.

If you are making two payments, we need your First Payment by July 31 and your Second Payment by August 15.

If you are paying in full upon registration with One Complete Payment, pay by August 15 to retain your spot.

All payments are due by August 15, 2026. AFDC must pay the company Magnific Escapades by Aug 20.

Double occupancy room

For two people, four star hotels in both cities, including tax, but not airfare and train: 4,117 EUR per person , i.e. 8,234 EUR total for two persons (as of May 27, 2026, with the exchange rate, it is: $4,787.10 USD per person, $9,574.00 USD total for two persons).

You can divide this into two payments or pay in full now.

First Payment by July 31 Second & Final Payment by August 15

One Complete Payment by August 15

Single occupancy room

Four star hotels in both cities including tax, but not airfare and train: 5,017 EUR per person, (as of May 27, 2026 with the exchange rate, it is: $5,834.37 USD per person)

You can divide this into two payments or pay in full now.

First Payment by July 31 Second & Final Payment by August 15

One Complete Payment by August 15

Recommended Transportation to/from France

You are free to choose your favorite airline to book your flight tickets.

The Company Air France is a very good one to consider when purchasing flight ticket, as you can combine Flight+Train for your arrival and departure.

Option to choose when booking your flight: MULTI CITY TRIP.

Example:

Flight #1: Flight from IAD, then Train to arrive in Nancy, where we will stay the first 4 days.

• Washington IAD - Lorraine XZI, (Metz Nancy, Lorraine TGV Station)

Flight #2: Train from Strasbourg, then Flight from Paris CDG (CDG) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

• Strasbourg XWG (Train Station) - Washington IAD

If you prefer flying with a different airline (American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines), you will need to purchase your train ticket independently on the SNCF website as they do not offer the combo plane+train. Please make sure you allow enough time to transfer from plane to train and be responsible for transferring your luggage.

Cancellation Policy

It is included in the registration form.