The 15 VIP Experiences in France We Would Book Again

1.Seine River Dinner Cruise with Live Singer by VIP Yacht de Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 604 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $126Our pick

Board at Port de la Rapée for an evening Seine cruise with panoramic views of Paris monuments, a live singer, and an optional three-course dinner. The boat returns to the same dock. Choose carefully between dinner-only and drink-inclusive plans, and allow extra time for boarding.

“Great experience, nice ship, comfortable seats, friendly staff, well maintained. Good drink selection. I would love to go again!”

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2.Party Bar Crawl with Club VIP, 6 Shots, and Games

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 532 reviews · from $15

Join Beer&Dash in Nice for five themed bars, six included shots, party games, a photographer, and VIP entry to a real nightclub. Hosts such as Casey, KC, Lauren, Kevin, Mathis, and Floris have led nights here. Expect a large international crowd, late hours, and a high-energy social scene.

“Fantastic. All the guides were so friendly and the group and bars were amazing”

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3.Pub Crawl Yellow – Social Bars, Games & VIP Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Start at 9pm at AKATHOR in Old Nice, then walk to three more bars before finishing at a nightclub. Expect yellow-shirted hosts, games, five free shots, drink deals from €6, and an international crowd. Guides may include Isabella or Kev, though the team can change.

“I went with friends and met so many people from all over. It’s a great way to let your hair down and met folks. Be prepared to walk and oh yeaa shot O clock!!!”

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4.Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 323 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $18

Start at 9 pm near Place Massena, then follow Riviera Bar Crawl guides through Nice’s Old Town, Cours Saleya, the seafront, and several bars. You receive four shots, play drinking games, meet other young visitors, and finish with free nightclub entry. Group size can vary greatly.

“The best part was meeting other travelers. The bar crawl was a great way to see the city at night especially when you are new and don't know where to start. It is definitely a younger crowd (mostly 18-20 year olds) so be aware if you are older. That being said, I found a great group of 26 to 32 year olds who were from all over the world. We met during the bar crawl and then continued to a different bar after the tour. Would highly recommend just for the chance to meet some great people!”

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5.Bar/Pub Crawl with Free Shots and VIP Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 277 reviews · from $11Best value

Join guides including Rory, Sean, Felix, and Viktor for a five-hour night through Nice’s Old Town. You’ll visit three bars and one nightclub, receive a free-poured shot at every stop, enjoy €5 drink deals, and use VIP entry with a crowd of more than 50 international partygoers.

“best pub crawl in europe!!!!! couldn’t recommend enough”

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6.Normandy Battlefields D-Day Private Trip with VIP Services from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $967

Leave Paris at 7:00 am in a private, air-conditioned minivan with guides such as Hervé, Rayan, Fred, or Fabrice. Visit Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and Arromanches, with room to adjust the day to your interests.

“Herve was an amazing guide and driver. He interjected his knowledge of each area we passed by with equal enthusiasm. He chose and made reservations at a restaurant in an adorable village. Herve kept us on schedule with delicate reminders. All 7 of us (baby included, whom Herve did NOT count as an annoyance) would highly recommend this trip.”

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7.Maison Noilly Prat VIP tour, wine and vermouth tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $20

At Maison Noilly Prat in Marseillan, a professional guide leads you through the vermouth cellar, cooperage, bar, open-air ageing area, and cellar museum. Taste ageing wines and the full Noilly Prat range, then watch a perfect serve demonstration. English tours are offered daily, with a maximum of 25 people.

“Only French speaking tours available on museum's homepage, hence a more expensive English speaking tour was booked via Viator. Turned out our (Danish) guide spoke French 75 % of the time anyway. A little tired presentation overall, with condescending lines like 'only 5 minutes to the next glass' like we were there to get drunk. OK, but not a Marseillán must.”

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8.Exclusive Private Boat Tour on a Luxury Day Cruiser – Nice/Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $604

Captain Nicola takes your private group from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat along the Riviera coast toward Èze-sur-Mer and Cap d’Ail. Expect villa stories, secluded swim stops, snorkeling gear, a sea scooter in summer, French aperitif fare, wine, and a comfortable boat with a toilet and towels.

“It was very relaxing and enjoyable. Wonderful way to spend the day! Captain provided interesting information about the area. Highly recommend.”

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9.Camargue 4×4 Safari VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours in the Camargue with a private 4x4 driver-guide. Expect wildlife, vineyards, local stories, a view of Aigues-Mortes, five wine samples, and tastes of bull sausage and fougasse. Guides including Clément, Michel, Alex, and Anne bring their own style.

“Excellent moment convivial, et découverte enrichissante de la Camargue . Bravo à notre guide pour nous avoir transmis sa passion pour cette région . Moments d aventure a recommander”

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10.5-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour of the Provence from Marseille in Luxury Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend about six hours with Bruno of Executive Taxi Provence in a private Mercedes van, seeing Marseille highlights and choosing between Aix-en-Provence, Cassis, or both. Expect hotel or port pickup, free 4G Wi-Fi, bottled water, local stories, photo stops, and a flexible plan for your group.

“We were scheduled to arrive on a cruise ship and weather changed and we couldn’t get into the Marseilles port. The operator Bruno refused to give any credit and Viator was no better. We were forced to pay 100% cancellation for something we couldn’t control. We would have been happy to pay something but they took our money because they could and were totally uncooperative. If you want any help for your tour, go somewhere else.”

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11.Private VIP Photoshoot with Experienced Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews

Book a private one or two-hour Paris photoshoot with Mattia, a professional photographer who speaks English, Italian, and Chinese. Choose your preferred locations, receive high-resolution edited photos, and get expert help with poses, timing, and striking Eiffel Tower views.

“Mattia is good, professional and the photos came out well . He had captured multiple shots so I got to choose the best ones I loved which is good.”

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12.Luxury Luxury Wine Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,194

Spend eight hours with Burgundy wine specialist Fabien, traveling by Mercedes between three estates in the Côte d’Or. Learn about terroir, Climats, classifications, and winemaking while tasting 18 wines, including Grand Cru and Premier Cru bottles, with pickup from Beaune or Dijon.

“Firstly we have had past experience with the Bordeaux region. Resulting in a good grasp from a French wine region. However, Burgundy was a different beast. When seeking our first visit to this region, we wanted a more advanced package that was intriguing, educational and memorable. As this region can be overwhelming vs Bordeaux. What we got to experience for the full day was excellent. Fabien took us through the Côte d’Or. Sharing his vast regional knowledge throughout. Exploring the golden triangle and what makes Burgundy so special and different from Bordeaux. We visited three family estate wineries with completely differently philosophies. Providing a diverse snapshot of winemaking techni...”

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13.Médoc luxury wine tour aboard a Citroën DS Limousine Convertible

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $342

Let Guillaume, your local chauffeur and wine expert, collect you in Bordeaux in a 1973 Citroën DS Convertible. Choose a half or full day, then visit premier cru châteaux or smaller wineries matched to your tastes, with private transport for up to four people.

“The car! How wonderful to be picked up at your hotel in a classic, comfortable and show stopper car. Guillame arranged our tour to some perfect wineries and was knowledgeable in the history of the area as well as the wineries. The wines were fabulous. We arranged this trip last minute for us and in the dead of winter when places are not fully opened. He created a wonderful 1/2 day to introduce us to fantastic wines of Bordeaux. We need to come back in full season. !”

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14.Loire Valley Castles VIP Private Tour: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $916

Leave Paris at 7 a.m. for a private, hotel-to-hotel tour of Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord. You’ll see Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb, the bridge-spanning Chenonceau, and Chambord’s famous double spiral staircase. Guides including Julien, Michelle, Claudio, and Rami tailor the day to your interests.

“This was a very enjoyable experience. The three châteaux were interesting and beautiful. Our guide Claudio took great care of us. A perfect day!”

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15.Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat: French Riviera Luxury Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $412

Meet Nicola at Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and cruise the Riviera on a private day cruiser. Hear stories about grand villas, snorkel from quiet coves, use a summer seascooter at La Mala, and enjoy a French aperitif with rosé, fruit, pastries, and snacks.

“We had an amazing time with Nicola. It was one of our best parts of our vacation being able to be on the water for 5 hours touring the beautiful coast and swimming.”

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