54 Small group vacations in France found
Family adventure vacation to France
Life enhancing family adventure & yoga in the French Alps
From £834 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 25 Aug
Guided walking vacations in the French Alps
Guided walking from a historic chalet base
From £715 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 6 Jul, 10 Aug
Winter walking & snowshoeing, France
Top winter walking/snow shoeing in the Mercantour, France
From €830 to €945 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 26 Jan, 2 Feb
2019: 26 Jan, 2 Feb
Need to escape for the festive season? - come and join us in the Mercantour (an hour north of Nice) - for some winter walking and snowshoe fun - Inclusive for 7 nights at £845 - Dec 21/29 - dates possibly flexible.
Mont Blanc vacation, Tour du Mont Blanc
The best of the Tour du Mont Blanc
From US $1,545 to US $1,625 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
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Self guided walking vacation in France
Idyllic walking in France with great food, wine and ambience
From €997 to €1,057 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Self-guided walking holidays commence most Sunday afternoons from May to September
Early booking special offer: 2018 Prices apply to 2019 Holidays booked before November 30, 2018.
No single supplement for first solo guest in each week during 2019.
Cycling vacations in Burgundy, France
A bicycle by day, a barge by night
From US $1,449 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Mont Blanc Circuit trek, with hotel accommodation
Classic Tour, using small inns and guesthouses
From US $3,715 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
Mout Blanc climbing vacation, France
Climb Western Europe's highest peak
From US $3,955 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug
Avignon to Nice cycling tour in France
A visually stunning cycling trip from Avignon to Nice
From €1,290 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Corsica walking vacation
Walking in the Corsican mountains
From US $1,285 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep
Ski touring vacation in France
Ski touring trip in the wild Queyras Regional Nature Park
From €1,153 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 16 Mar
Hiking in the Alps, France and Switzerland
Challenging hut to hut trek through France and Switzerland
From £850 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 24 Aug
Provence walking tour, France
A superb walking holiday exploring the best of Provence
From €1,025 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep
Nouvelle Aquitaine self guided bicycling vacation, France
Idyllic cycling in France with great food, wine and bonhomie
From €1,064 to €1,149 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 27 Sep
Early booking special offer: 2018 Prices apply to 2019 Holidays booked before November 30, 2018.
No single supplement for first solo guest in each week during 2019.
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Mont Blanc walking vacation
An stunning walk through the Alps around Mont Blanc
From US $1,079 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep
Pyrenees guided walking vacation
Walking& trekking holidays with qualified Mountain Leaders
From £790 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Walking holiday in France, Mercantour Reflections
Magic walking - Mercantour National Park - South of France
From €810 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Apr
The GR10 Pyrenees hiking vacation in France
Following the French-Spanish border from the Atlantic to the Med
From US $2,165 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Jun, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep
Mont Blanc Circuit hiking vacation
Probably the most dramatic walk in Europe
From US $2,325 to US $2,405 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
Birdwatching vacation in France
Great Bird Watching, Food, Wine and Bonhomie
From €997 to €1,057 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 27 Sep
early booking offer: 2018 Prices apply to 2019 Holidays booked before November 30, 2018.
No single supplement for first solo guest in any one week.
French Riviera walking vacation, France
Relaxed mountain and coastal daywalks
From US $1,675 to US $1,855 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 4 May, 11 May, 8 Jun, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep
Highlights of Provence walking vacation, France
A guided walking holiday through beautiful regions of France
From US $1,825 to US $1,985 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 18 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct
2020: 16 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 16 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct
Horse riding vacation in France
Calm, beautifully-behaved horses and idyllic surroundings
From €997 to €1,057 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 27 Sep
Early booking special offer: 2018 Prices apply to 2019 Holidays booked before November 30, 2018.
No single supplement for first solo guest in each week during 2019.
Pyrenees family activity vacation
Try caving and paragliding with the family
From £840 8 days ex flights
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Alpine Wolf tracking vacation, France
Once in a lifetime wolf tracking adventure in French Alps
From €599 3 days ex flights
Small group travel
Mercantour walking vacation, the grand traverse
Grande Traversee du Mercantour, France - the guided trip!!
From €1,025 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2108: 27 Jul
Cycle the Camino Frances
Cycle the iconic Camino Frances from London to Santiago.
From £1,600 22 days ex flights
Small group travel
Canal du Midi cycling vacation in France
Cycle the Canal du Midi in France
From US $1,370 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Apr, 25 May, 8 Jun, 20 Jul, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep
Western Europe tour for under 30s
Embark on an epic European adventure
From US $2,845 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Apr, 15 May, 10 Jul, 21 Aug, 25 Sep
Burgundy photography retreat in France
Chateau based food and lifestyle photo retreat, Burgundy
From £2,500 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Sep
From
£715
excluding flights
Probably the best walking vacation I've ever had - spectacular scenery; the perfect combination of hard physical exercise and pampering that you know you've
earned. (more)Alison Sadler
If you are unsure whether this vacation is for you - just do it. The guided walks were a particular highlight.
(more)Lesley Hadfield
I do want to say that our stay in the chalet was absolutely 5 *****. We were cared for beautifully in a warm and friendly ambiance with delicious, generous and creative meals, including wine. There was plenty on offer at the chalet....tv, games, hot tub. Our guide, Bruno, was fantastic. (more)Denise Hellier
From
£834
excluding flights
The hike to the mountain refuge was an extraordinary experience. It was quite a challenging walk, but absolutely worth it. Along the route we were treated to
stunning views and a river to swim in. (more)Richard Davidson
Special highlights for us included secret local lakes to swim in and hiking/sleeping in the refuge. This vacation allowed us to each find our own source for life again and we have such treasured memories that will last as long as our lives. (more)Elspeth Lorriman
This vacation met our family’s needs on so many levels. We
all agree it has been our most successful and memorable vacation to date. Excellent! (more)Donna Fleming
From
£840
excluding flights
Every activity was great - extremely challenging but with great guides who helped us all to succeed (more)Kathy Halliday
The activities were all superbly planned, organised and great fun. White water rafting was enjoyed by all of the family, the scenic mountain walk was enhanced by local species being pointed out for us and information on how the various rock formations occurred. (more)Mary Fretwell
I particularly loved our mountain walk, with spectacular views and carpets of Pyrenean irises, and I think one of the highlights for all of us was swimming in a beautiful mountain lake. (more)Trisha Cochrane
From
€997
excluding flights
It was a perfect vacation... The lodging was excellent nestled in greens with lots of hiking and biking trails to choose from, all meticulously planned out by the owner Peter. Food was superb, prepared by Carolyn, Peter’s wife who ran the place immaculately. This place is actually perfect or simply lazing around for a few days, sipping on limitless wine and taking a dip in the pool.
(more)Ricky Yeung
Top drawer! (more)Esther Quinlan
One of the best breaks I have ever had. Carolyn and Peter look after you so well. I am a solo traveler and sometimes you can feel isolated but not this time!!! (more)Margaret Parker
From
US $1,545
excluding flights
From
€830
excluding flights
Wonderful scenery, great food, best company (more)Michaela Brinkhaus
Having a great variety of walking experiences was wonderful - from full-on snowshoeing to walking over ice and snow with cleats/microspikes on our boots to gazing across from the mountain tops at the Med (more)Angie Polkey
Excellent!!!!! This vacation had so many wonderful moments...each and every moment spent there was memorable (more)Bernadette Russo
From
US $1,285
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
A truly glorious introduction to Corsica's valleys & mountains led by a' Maquis' with knowledge, enthusiasm, sensitivity & humour.
Tips?
Dont expect much down time! Be up front about your level of fitness. Take insect repellent. local Bar des Amies is not a late night venue nor is the hotel Beau Sejour. Massage needs to be in-group as there is no place in village There were rumours of a masseuse with a camionette in the square but.......
Local benefits?
The... (more)Sheila Turner
From
€810
excluding flights
Wonderful walking in the Vesubie valley and Mercantour National Park in stunning mountains with superb views and dazzling lakes. Beautiful wildflowers and countless butterflies, lots of other wildlife to spot. (more)Ian Sheriff
Liz and Mel made us extremely welcome and were excellent hosts. We were given delicious meals and snacks every day and Liz went out of her way to cater for dietary needs, which was a real bonus on a vacation like this. (more)Janet Nelson
Seeing fantastic landscapes & wildlife was memorable. Really great. (more)Ingrid Beveridge
From
€1,064
excluding flights
Carolyn's gourmet meals were a highlight of the evenings and the conviviality among the guests spawned deep conversations. Peter was so knowledgeable about European culture and history. He also provided great bikes along with suggestions for routes, both long and short, each day.
(more)Janet and Dave Williams
The people were fabulous both the hosts and guests. Competent, kind, thoughtful hosts. Great food and lovely setting great cycling and walking. (more)Nicki Mazey
Excellent. Accommodation was first class. Hosts were excellent. Environment refreshing and relaxing. The vacation lived up to the blurb on the website! (more)Brian Flynn
From
US $1,079
excluding flights
We had some stunning views, every day! Although the days were very different, they did not disappoint. (more)Teuntje Tijssen
A great experience, really glad I was there for the wild flowers. Well organised and a brilliant guide. Good rapport among the group despite language differences. (more)Susan Sandalls
Excellent - this is our third family vacation through Responsible Travel and each
one has been fantastic. (more)Leslie Keeney
From
£790
excluding flights
Thoroughly enjoyable...the absolutely awesome views of mountains covered with patchy snow, lakes of glacial water so still the reflection of the landscape clearly visible; thundering waterfalls cascading down the cliff sides... (more)Carol Ferris
Great walks, good company and food. Was well looked after - important as a solo traveler (more)Rosemary Ruddell
The scenery was very varied and magnificent, at night there was a blanket of stars and the food was very good. Rob led the trek and is a qualified and experienced mountain guide with an extensive knowledge of geology and natural history (the same applies to Emma) which he shared with us. (more)Jenny Lunn
From
€1,025
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The food throughout the stay, the choices of hikes (particularly the gorge and the mountain top), and the mix of people.
Tips?
Be in shape! Be prepared for challenging walks.
Local benefits?
We left no trace behind on our walks. Food was purchased locally. We visited local markets and went to two local restaurants.
Overall rating?
This experience exceeded our expectations. We had great food, great guides, interesting and challenging walks and a very... (more)Ken Margraf
From
US $1,449
excluding flights
It was great, the itinerary was very interesting and mixed both cycling through the countryside and small villages and visiting larger towns, like Dijon and Beaune. The guide and the crew were extremely helpful and friendly. (more)Oksana Cherniy
The formula barge and bike is perfect. You can go biking in the day, have a restful time in the evening and nights and enjoy traveling across the country.
(more)Florence Kresine
I thoroughly enjoyed the vacation & the food & cycling were excellent. (more)Belinda Perry
From
US $3,955
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The scramble up the side of "Le Grand Couloir": unforgettable.
Tips?
Get fit before going. Upper body strength is very useful for the scrambling sections.
Local benefits?
Yes. We used local guides and stayed in eco-friendly refuges whilst on the mountains.
Overall rating?
This was one of the most enjoyable and rewarding vacations I have ever been on. The training was thorough and to the point. The guides were knowledgeable
and friendly and the accommodation... (more)Anthony Harpur
From
US $2,325
excluding flights
From
€730
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Reaching the Summit of Dome Des Ecrins at 08:40 on the Sunday morning after leaving the refuge at 04:00am!
Overall the experience was great, certainly recommend Bernard's excellent skills at both guiding and pushing you to reach above your goals
Tips?
Good boots that you know are essential, you'll be working them hard over different terrain, with and without crampons.
Stuff to eat while you're on the move or balanced on a snow-field - ideally softer the better - makes... (more)Rebecca Belton
From
€997
excluding flights
From
€370
excluding flights
The excursions which were well thought out and very informative. So much we wouldn't have known if it wasn't for Benoit. Corrines cookery lesson was amazing too and very relaxed.
(more)Brenda Muir
By the end of the week (helped by the glorious weather) I had laughed a lot, had some hugely interesting conversations, seen some beautiful places, learnt a lot of interesting facts, made some new friends, eaten some delicious food, tried lots of new things and completely relaxed. I practically cried when I had to leave, I'd loved it so much! (more)Ali James
From
US $1,675
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The company of my fellow walkers and the lovely coastal scenery
Tips?
Take good walking boots and more money than perhaps you might imagine as the suppers were fairly expensive.
Local benefits?
Helped restaurants, bars, we took a couple of taxis. Our guide explained a lot about the plants and the fragility of the soil. We also learnt about the vines
so appreciate the work that goes into their production on the steep slopes!
Overall rating?
Excellent (more)Alison Fletcher
From
£2,500
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The food. Charlotte is amazing! And by the way, the photography instruction and discussion was good too, Niall! One day I was last to arrive at the car. Someone made some slightly negative remark, to which Niall smiled at me, shook his head slightly at the remark and said, "We feed them into submission." He appreciated the power of Charlotte's wonderful food. Any request related to issues with food was always listened to seriously and taken note of. Things weren't just left... (more)Esther Andrews
From
£299
excluding flights
The instructors, the professionalism and the enthusiasm they all put in really made this a vacation to remember. From myself as an unfit 40 year old down to my 12 year old son we were looked after and made to feel welcome. (more)Andrew Riley
Seeing my children develop new skills and challenging skills in a safe environment was the most memorable part of the vacation...Excellent. (more)Briane Loram
5 stars, listen, I never fill in feedback forms but this company has given my family the best vacation ever and basically we are all looking to go again. Well done everyone involved! (more)Andrew Riley
From
US $1,825
excluding flights
From
£575
excluding flights
We absolutely loved the trip! I was traveling solo with my 5 year old daughter. We did one of the 12 km round trips recommended by our hosts which was spectacular to refuge de Sales...we had marmots playing on the path in front of us for half an hour, crashing waterfalls, paddling in the river and glorious views. (more)Katrina Shakespeare
Excellent - stunning area, with lots to do. I was with my 18 and 13 year old and we did an activity or walk, bike hire each day and were "happy tired" at the end of each day!- (more)Peter Wightman
Best bit: River-rafting. (more)Cormac Lucey
From
€997
excluding flights
Just what I needed! Plenty of wildlife around, the spotted flycatcher leaping through the garden was great, several species of dragonfly by the ford and several hummingbird hawkmoths feeding on the lavender by the pool, all to the tune of blackbirds, turtle doves and a Cetti's warbler! (more)Nigel Scott
Both my husband and myself loved our week. Lazing by and in the pool late afternoon was lovely and the weather was hot. Being able to walk littlle or miles or not at all, was good -there is no compulsion to be super active, though you can!
If you want to be totally catered for and live in verdant peace for a week, but have company too-this is the place for you! (more)Clare McKee
Excellent. It was not a thrills and spills vacation, just a quiet retreat where you are looked after. And if that is what you need, this is a place for you. (more)Tina cook
