40 miles south-east of Paris, in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, you will discover the magnificent palace of Henri II and Catherine de Medici.

Adored by the royalties of France for its proximity to Paris and abundant hunting grounds, the Chateau de Fontainebleau was a significant place throughout French history, involving emblematic individuals such as Francois I and Napoleon.

Today, it’s far away from being as crowded as Versailles castle, and is a beautiful place to visit.

On the way to Fontainebleau but much closer to Paris center is Vincennes. Situated in the suburbs of Paris, Vincennes is known for its Chateau de Vincennes, a medieval castle, its woods, Bois de Vincennes, and its zoo that just opened few years ago after huge reconstruction work.

Our Travelers’ Reviews

Tonya & Bob
We did 2 weeks May to June to Normandy, Loire Valley and Paris and had a wonderful time. We gave Laura our list of must see and do items and our budget and she took care of the rest. From arranging our auto rental to providing suggestions to the French smart phones, everything was taken care of and good not have been easier. When our car got a flat …
Robert
I can't say enough about how much we loved working with Emily and Laura. I am a wine geek and they put together a full day private tour of Burgundy (with a fantastic guide) and a half day visit and basket lunch at a wonderful winery in Provence. In addition there was a private half day walking tour of Paris and a private tour of the Palais des …
Bob
France just for you was fantastic. We provided a list of places we like to see, they customized our trips with great suggestions. They Provided Car, places to stay, a 2 book itinerary with wonderful suggestions, great Bed and Breakfast and small hotel (very romantic) , assistance when ever we accidentally called their number. We requested guides at …

Our Travelers’ Photos

Gary, Barbara, Lori and Ron
from the US
After a cooking class in Provence
Judy, Marlyn, Alex & Jose from Mexico
Drinking Champagne at Taittinger in Reims...looking so French with the "beret"
Kim
From the US
Enjoying a glass of wine in Amboise
Don with his hostess Oriana
From the US
At the hotel in Lyon
Roy & Maureen
From Australia
In Biarritz Food Market, enjoying some white wine with oysters
Jan & Ray
From Australia
In Mont Saint Michel
Beverley & John
from Canada
In front of the Louvre pyramid in Paris
Jane & Ron
From Canada
Visiting the Opéra Garnier, in Paris
Pam & Rick
From the US
Tasting some oysters and white wine in the Basque Country
Pam & Mercer
From the US
At the B&B in Giverny
Sandra & Tracey
From the US
Girls trip to France !
Nancy & Paul
from Canada
On the French Riviera

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