Académie
des Arts de Vivre
The Art of Luxury Travel
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France • Bespoke Luxury Travel

Luxury Travel
in France

Private, tailor-made journeys through France, combining exceptional hotels, privileged experiences and local expertise to create a trip designed entirely around you.

20+years of expertise
100%tailor-made journeys
1:1private guides & drivers
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France, Designed Around You

France is not one destination. It is a collection of extraordinary journeys.

From Paris to Provence, the French Riviera, Normandy, the Loire Valley and the French Alps, every region of France offers its own character, culture and art de vivre. AAV Luxury Travel creates private, tailor-made journeys combining exceptional hotels, expert local guides, private chauffeurs and privileged experiences, all designed around the way you want to discover France.

Every journey is created entirely around you, from the finest hotels and private guides to seamless transfers and experiences that reveal a more intimate side of France. Every detail is thoughtfully arranged, leaving you simply to enjoy the journey.

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France, Privately

Travel Beyond the Expected

Discover France beyond the obvious. With private guides and trusted local experts, explore iconic landmarks alongside places and experiences that are often harder to access, from private estates and artisan workshops to exceptional cultural and gastronomic encounters.

Every detail is considered, with private chauffeurs, carefully selected hotels and experiences tailored to your interests and pace. The result is a journey through France that feels personal, seamless and entirely your own.

Explore France

Iconic Destinations, Exceptional Journeys

From Paris to Provence, the French Riviera, Normandy and the Loire Valley, France offers an extraordinary diversity of landscapes, culture and experiences. We design each journey around the destinations that inspire you, combining iconic places with privileged access and our local expertise.

Paris
THE ART OF LIVING

Paris

Private access, iconic landmarks, exceptional dining, and hidden corners, Paris experienced beyond the expected.

The French Riviera
THE MEDITERRANEAN

The French Riviera

From Saint Tropez to Monaco, legendary hotels, private yachts, and the effortless glamour of the Mediterranean.

The Loire Valley
THE VALLEY OF KINGS

The Loire Valley

Renaissance châteaux, private gardens, celebrated vineyards, and centuries of French history along the Loire.

Signature Moments

The Details That Stay With You

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Paris After Hours
Private museum visits, hidden ateliers, and exceptional access reveal a side of Paris few travelers experience.
II
A Château, Privately
Step beyond the public rooms for a private visit, garden experience, or intimate encounter with the people who preserve France’s great estates.
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The Riviera by Sea
Your private yacht, a quiet Mediterranean cove, lunch by the water, and an afternoon shaped entirely around you.
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At the French Table
From Michelin starred restaurants to tables known only to locals, discover France through the people, places, and flavors behind its cuisine.
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Behind the Scenes
Meet artisans, winemakers, designers, and experts who open doors to the France they know intimately.
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The French Table

One country. Many terroirs. Taste & Terroir

From Normandy oysters and scallops, butter and cream to Mediterranean fish, olive oil, sun-ripened tomatoes and Provençal herbs, French cuisine changes completely with the landscape. Burgundy brings Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, truffles and rich wine-based dishes; the Loire pairs its vineyards with goat cheeses and produce from the valley, while Bordeaux and Champagne offer another world of historic estates, celebrated vintages and centuries of winemaking tradition.

We make these regional differences part of the journey: private tastings with winemakers, market visits with chefs, lunches in vineyard estates, Michelin-starred dining and the small local tables we have come to know and love. In France, gastronomy is not simply something you experience at dinner, it is one of the most beautiful ways to understand where you are.

Your Journey

France, Designed Around You


01Day

Welcome to Paris

Arrive in Paris, where your private driver welcomes you at the airport and takes you to one of Paris’s exceptional hotels. Settle in and enjoy your first moments in the City of Light at your own pace.

02Day

The Icons of Paris

Meet your private guide and discover some of Paris’s most magnificent landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum to Notre Dame Cathedral and the banks of the Seine. In the evening, enjoy an unforgettable dinner either aboard an elegant dinner cruise on the Seine or at the Eiffel Tower, with spectacular views over Paris.

03Day

Versailles Beyond the Palace

Travel privately to Versailles for an immersive visit of the magnificent palace and gardens. With your expert guide, discover the history, art and fascinating stories of the French court before returning to Paris.

04Day

A Day in Champagne

Leave Paris with your private driver and guide for a full day in the Champagne region. Visit renowned Champagne houses, discover their historic cellars and enjoy private tastings of exceptional cuvées. Pause for an exceptional lunch at one of the region’s celebrated restaurants before returning to Paris.

05Day

Paris to the French Riviera

Travel south to the French Riviera and arrive in legendary Saint Tropez. After settling into your hotel, discover the colorful old town and iconic harbor in the late afternoon, when the village takes on its most glamorous atmosphere. In the evening, enjoy an exceptional dinner at one of Saint Tropez’s renowned restaurants or on a private beach overlooking the Mediterranean.

06Day

A Day on the Mediterranean

Spend a full day aboard your private yacht, cruising the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Discover the coastline around Saint Tropez, anchor in beautiful secluded bays for a swim, and relax on board as you take in the scenery. Stop for lunch at a chic waterfront restaurant, before continuing your journey at sea and returning to Saint Tropez in the late afternoon

07Day

The Beauty of the Côte d’Azur

Explore Nice and the beauty of the Côte d’Azur with your private guide. Wander through the colorful Old Town, discover local markets and enjoy spectacular coastal scenery, with the day tailored entirely around your interests.

08Day

Au revoir, France

Enjoy a final breakfast overlooking the Mediterranean before your private driver takes you to Nice Airport for your departure. Leave France with unforgettable memories and perhaps inspiration for your next journey.

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Exceptional Stays

Where You Stay Is Part of the Journey

From legendary Parisian palaces and glamorous hotels on the French Riviera to intimate countryside estates and historic châteaux, we carefully select properties that reflect the character of each destination. Every stay is chosen around your preferences, combining exceptional service, distinctive settings and a true sense of place.

  • Handpicked luxury hotelsThroughout your journey
  • Private drivers & transfersThroughout your journey
  • Private expert guidesSelected experiences
  • Exclusive visits & experiencesTailored to you
  • Restaurant recommendations & reservationsOn request
  • Bespoke itinerary designTailored to you
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““From the moment we arrived in France, every detail felt effortless. The hotels were exceptional, our private guides were wonderful, and we experienced places we never would have discovered on our own. What made the trip truly special were the people we met, the incredible access, and all the little details we could never have planned ourselves.””

Jennifer T. • A tailor-made AAV journey
Good to Know

Planning Your Luxury Trip to France

What is the best time of year to visit France?

France is a year-round destination, and the best time to visit depends on the regions you wish to explore. Paris and much of central and northern France have four distinct seasons, with mild spring and fall weather and warmer summers. The South of France enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot, sunny summers and mild winters, making the French Riviera appealing for much of the year. In the French Alps, winter is ideal for skiing, while summer brings pleasant temperatures for hiking and outdoor experiences. As a general guide, summer temperatures are often around 75–85°F (24–29°C) in Paris and can reach 80–90°F (27–32°C) in the South of France, while mountain temperatures vary considerably with altitude.

How many days do you need for a luxury trip to France?

Eight to ten days is ideal for experiencing several sides of France without feeling rushed. It gives you time to combine culture and history with exceptional gastronomy, beautiful landscapes and moments to simply enjoy the French art of living. A journey might pair Paris with Champagne and the French Riviera, or combine the capital with Provence, Normandy or the Loire Valley. With more time, additional regions can easily be incorporated.

Does AAV Luxury Travel create completely tailor-made trips to France?

Absolutely. Every journey we create starts with you: the places you want to discover, the experiences you enjoy, your preferred pace, travel style and the way you like to spend your days. We combine your wishes with our in-depth knowledge of France to design a journey that is entirely your own. From selecting the right destinations and hotels to private guides, drivers, restaurants and unique experiences, we make recommendations based on what we believe will suit you best. There is no standard itinerary: your trip is created from the ground up, especially for you.

Can you arrange private and exclusive experiences in France?

Absolutely. For more than 20 years, we have been creating journeys throughout France and building relationships with exceptional local experts, properties and partners. This allows us to personalize each experience around you, from private cultural visits and exceptional dining to prestigious wine estates, private yachts and unique encounters. We also love introducing our travelers to hidden places and experiences they may never discover on their own. The result is a journey that feels luxurious and exclusive, but above all personal and authentically French.

Can we travel to France with children?

Absolutely. France is a wonderful destination for families, and we design journeys that are engaging for both children and adults. Depending on their ages and interests, we can incorporate interactive cultural visits, cooking experiences, outdoor adventures, private boat trips and activities that bring French history and traditions to life. We carefully balance sightseeing with time to relax and enjoy the destination, creating a journey that feels luxurious for the parents and exciting for the children.

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Your Journey Starts Here

Plan Your Journey to France

Tell us how you would like to experience France, and we will create a journey entirely around you. Share your ideas, interests and travel style, and our team will combine them with more than 20 years of expertise and local knowledge to design your tailor-made journey.

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