At French Promise, we pride ourselves in offering unparalleled and unique, cultural experiences, from a private after-hours tour of the Louvre or Versailles, to a VIP visit of the Arc de Triomphe or box seats at the Palais Garnier for ballet or opera. For repeat visitors, discover one of our favorite smaller, lesser-known museums. While a guided trip to Giverny from Paris, offers an escape from urban life directly into the fascinating world of Monet.
Over the years, we have earned special access to France’s most intriguing landmarks and museums, along with the country’s talented, artisans and craftsman, to create rich art and cultural tours that are as mind-expanding, as they are pleasurable. Whether your passionate about architecture or history, our expert guides can tailor a bespoke VIP tours, from Notre Dame in Paris to the Pont de Gard in Provence. Or head off to Burgundy and discover the last major Romanesque constructions in France combining rich history and wine.
For the history buffs, Normandy is a must! Turn the pages of history and discover not only the beaches of the D-Day landings, but also Bayeux and its famous Tapestry of Queen Matilda; Caen, the home of the Dukes of Normandy; and of course Mont-Saint-Michel, a treasure of French heritage.
Tour the French Riviera and the South of France in your own Rolls Royce while siping in the rich wealth of modern art from Nice, to the charming village of Saint Paul de Vence and Saint-Tropez, which have the artists and innovators from Matisse to Picasso, Signac and Dufy have called home capturing it’s sun-kissed scenes and jaw-dropping landscapes.
Next, continue to Provence and celebrate 2025’s The Year of Cézanne with two new fascinating exhibitions in Aix-en-Provence. While Arles offers an opportunity for a deep dive into work and life of modern artist, Van Gogh from his last residence to his namesake Foundation. And each July – October, there’s much to enjoy for the photography lover as fans flock to the Rencontres d’Arles, an annual summer photography festival founded in 1970 by the Arles photographer Lucien Clergue, the writer Michel Tournier and the historian Jean-Maurice Rouquette.
Finally, cap your South of France art journey with a stop in the Luberon and be inspired by the golden light, fields of lavender, poppies and iris dotting the landscape between olive groves and vineyards. It’s these incredible landscapes that continue to inspire today’s artists and artisans alike, and while you are there add a visit to the former home of Picasso’s muse and talented artist in her own right, Dora Maar or some of the charming ateliers in the region.
We have developed deep relationships with France’s finest working artists and craftspeople to offer behind-the-scenes access and immersive cultural experiences to proudly share the culture we love. Whether its a glass blowing atelier, ceramics or oil painting classes with a well-known working artist, we can tailor an itinerary to you, that is both captivating and mind-blowing.
If castles and the Renaissance are more your speed, our bespoke architecture, culture and art tours of the Loire Valley feature unique behind-the-scenes travel opportunities that only we can unlock.
Known as “the Garden of France”, the playground of kings, and the cradle of the both the French Language and French Renaissance, the Loire Valley is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the quality of its architectural heritage.
Discover world-famous châteaux (castles), such as: the Châteaux de Montsoreau, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau, Chambord and Chenonceaux with our expert, local guides that can unlock rooftop tours and secret rooms, taking you behind-the-scenes to discover this breathtaking region as a true French insider.
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