Combine the excitement of Rugby with some of the best attractions in France.
Our premium, all-inclusive river cruise ship will be our hotel, allowing effortless travel through the scenic regions along the Seine.

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You will begin at the crystal waters of the Mediterranean and weave your way through joyfully coloured Provence. You will journey into the heart of Rugby and the heartiest of cuisine in Lyon. Continue on to Burgundy to absorb the grandeur of architecture in ancient Beaune and the tastes of their finest wine. A touch of romance, elegance and enchantment in Paris before venturing a world away to the medieval and picturesque village of Sarlat-la-Caneda in the Black Perigord. But what is a trip to France without dazzling your tastebuds in Bordeaux. This alluring trip will captivate…

Our most full-bodied tour will transport you straight into the UNESCO world heritage city of Lyon. As the capital of Gastronomy in France, what better place to begin! Here you will have quality time to invigorate all the senses before setting off on a joyful pilgrimage through Provence to delight in this colourful region. All roads then lead to Marseille, where the Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter finals await.  The Wallabies are likely to play England , the  repeat match and venue of the 2007 Rugby World Cup where England defeated  the Wallabies.  Can our boys reverse this result? You are gleefully only at the halfway point and so much more awaits. The hilltop and foothill villages of the Luberon, Avignon and the Rhône River, Paris for the semi-finals then the stunning port city of St Malo in Brittany. Delve into our shared war history in Caen before easing gently back towards Paris via the Loire Valley. You will be a part of rugby history as you then witness the Rugby World Cup 2023 final in the closing chapter of a truly remarkable visit of France.

Hosted by John Connolly. No trip is complete unless you can say you’ve been enlightened, enriched and entertained. This tour will deliver even more! The highlights of France coupled with the finals of Rugby World Cup will touch upon just about every dream you have ever conjured up for your long-awaited sojourn overseas. The anticipation and intensity of the Rugby World Cup finals will cement in your memory forever. Enjoy the ride as you journey through a myriad of regions from Paris to Lyon, immersing yourself in the culture & beauty of Paris, the splendor & colour of the Mediterranean and the delectable and extraordinary city of Lyon. The last time your host John “Knuckles” Connolly was on tour in France was as coach of the Wallabies in the 2007 Rugby World Cup so I am sure he will have plenty of stories to tell.

Paris is always a good idea and what better place to begin your stay in France. Discover or rediscover the awe and magnificence of Paris. It may be the architecture and grandiose landmarks of this beautiful city that first captivate, but it will surely be the culture, cuisine and history woven into each arrondissement that will seal its place in your heart. Venturing into the famed Alps will invigorate the senses further as Mont Blanc comes into view and you can truly embrace the magnificent natural scenery of one of Europe’s ultimate year-round destinations. Then, onward to Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France, where your taste buds will dance. Adventure and discovery await. Explore the Traboules, the secret passageways in the old city where Lyon’s past and Lyonnaise way of life is revealed.

No more sitting on the sidelines. Seize the day and join with Robbie Deans for an escapade to France like no other. Tick a couple of big items off the bucket list and do it in style by heading to Paris, the City of Lights and witness in person, the fever pitch excitement of Rugby World Cup. Paris, a world within a city, will not disappoint. Embrace the culture and architectural beauty of the capital before the journey to fascinating Burgundy where you will indulge and sample their world famous wines. Visit the beautiful surrounding towns and villages as you then continue on to the world heritage listed UNESCO city of Lyon. A city of rich history, beauty and arguably the best gastronomy in the world. You’ll be a part of the finals showdown which will cap off this magnificent tour of France.

You had me at San Sebastian… A finals tour like no other. The City of Lights together with sun bathed Spain make for the perfect cultural and fine food & wine combination. A trip to Basque country, book-ended with mesmerising Paris and the semi-finals and all-mighty final, you will sail through this journey in raptures. The UNESCO world heritage site of Bordeaux will have the many flavours of wine come to mind. Let your tastebuds delight, enjoy the magnificent sights along the way and allow world class rugby to energise all your senses.

Golf Tour 2 featuring quarter-final 1 & 3 still available.

This tour is a great way to see the best four teams fight it out for the 2023 Rugby World Cup combined with playing 5 of Frances’ greatest golf courses.  You will also get to see some spectacular countryside in Bordeaux and enjoy wine tasting at a leading Chateaux.    The highlight of the golf will be playing the Golf Le National GC just outside Paris which hosted the 2018 Ryder Cup.  What better way to fill in the time between games with some great golf, fun company and beautiful sightseeing! 

NON – GOLFERS
Would you like to join the tour but do not wish to play golf?

For the non-golfers there will be an optional activity on Wednesday 25^th October in Arcachon.

Cruise on Pinasse Boat and discover oyster parks with tasting at several producer houses.
Walk at Caviar farms (sturgeons) and taste one of the best French caviar with local producer.

Experience starts at $350.00 per person.