A tour of the French Riviera and Spain will take you to historical towns and cities, boasting some of the finest art, cuisine, wine and architecture in the world. Some tour companies, such as Circa Tours, offer custom tours to suit a variety of interests, such as the Castles and Gardens tour. With a customized tour, you can choose the sites that are most important you. A private tour guide and shuttle to take you to your destinations and give you a history of the site. If you are not a speaker of French and Spanish, this service can be helpful because the tours will be conducted in English.
The Mediterranean is one of the most beautiful places in the world, with crystal clear warm waters, white sand beaches and gracious ports-of-call. A Mediterranean cruise can be a wonderful way to explore the French Riviera and Spain. A number of cruise companies operate in this area and offer itineraries and tours for every budget and taste. When stopping over in ports-of-call, you can arrange a short tour of the area or relax and explore on your own. If your budget allows it, a private boat is also a wonderful way to explore the French Riviera and Spain. Windward Islands is one company that rents private yachts, either manned or unmanned. On a private yacht, you customize your itinerary and travel at your leisure.
Hundreds of tour companies offer all-inclusive tours of the French Riviera and Spain. This type of tour will include airfare from your city to Spain or France, travel by charter shuttle, tour guides, hotels and some meals. Some tours are more flexible than others. Things to watch out for with the all-inclusive tour are the number of other travelers involved, and the reputation the company has for providing quality hotels and food on the tour. Check travel forums for advice from fellow travelers who have used the company before. All-inclusive tours can be a convenient way to see a lot of the area in a short amount of time, and can be less expensive than booking individual tour elements yourself.
If you are an adventurer and fan of the road, you will want to tour the French Riviera and Spain on your own. With a good guidebook and a little research, traveling the French Riviera and Spain can be an extremely fulfilling experience. You will encounter more locals and be able to explore at your leisure. You can buy a Eurorail pass online and ride throughout Spain and France by its railway system. Trains rides are a charming and memorable way to see the countryside. Some trains offer sleeper cars. Food is usually sold in a restaurant car or you can bring your own. Check Eurorail for prices and ticket packages. Another option is to rent a car and travel by road. With a car, trips can be made to more out-of-the-way locations seldom covered by tour operators. With your own car, you can also stop when you want, not an option with a train. Don't be intimidated if you don't speak French or Spanish as most people here also speak English. Travel forums such as Thorntree on Lonely Planet offer a way to ask seasoned travelers for advice in traversing the area.
