With temperatures in the twenties, glorious sunny skies and very little rain, summer in France ticks all the right boxes for a balmy break. Paris is always a good place to start, home to countless excellent restaurants and luxurious boutique hotels. After exploring the iconic streets of the French capital, the options for where to go next are virtually endless. If you’re after beautiful beaches and cute coastal towns there’s laid-back Brittany to the north, the glittering French Riviera in the south or the mountainous island of Corsica. Or perhaps you want to spend your summer in France indulging with fabulous food and wine, in which case there’s lovely Lyon, the country’s gastronomic capital, and the famous wine-growing region of Bordeaux, where you can visit sunny vineyards by day and peruse wine lists longer than your arm by night.

France Summer Holiday Ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country France – Brittany – Trebeurden – Saint-Malo

    A Big Short Break in Northern Brittany - Sailing Trips, Shoreline Strolls & Seafood Suppers

    Hit the road along Brittany’s spectacular coastline on a five-day escape from Trebeurden to Saint-Malo

    5 days, from £1300 to £1650

  • One Country France – Paris

    A Family City Break to Paris - Croissants, Clue-Cracking & City Icons

    Parade around Paris with the family for four fun-filled days, making memories together and ticking off bucket-list sights

    4 days, from £1550 to £2000

  • One Country France – Basque Country – Landes – Arcachon Bay – Bordeaux

    From the Basque Country to Bordeaux - A Road Trip Along France’s Southwest Coast

    Trade crowded icons for quiet charmers on this eight-day road trip along the tranquil shores of southwestern France

    8 days, from £1700 to £2500

  • One Country France – Normandy – Honfleur - Port-en-Bessin – Brittany – Cancale

    Oysters, Ocean Views and Old Towns - A Normandy and Brittany Road Trip

    Embark on a week-long road trip from Normandy to Brittany, discovering windswept beaches, soaking up local history and savouring coastal cuisine

    7 days, from £1700 to £2500

  • One Country France – Corsica – Oletta – Corte – Propriano

    Corsica From Top to Tail - Oletta, Corte and Propriano

    Discover the delightfully diverse landscapes of Corsica on this nine-day road trip from the north to the south of the island

    9 days, from £2300 to £3100

  • One Country France – Corsica – Calvi – Porto Vecchio

    Coastal Chill in Calvi and Porto-Vecchio - A Week Under the Corsican Sun

    Revel in the ruggedness of Corsica during this week-long sojourn on the island’s north and south coasts

    7 days, from £2300 to £3100

  • One Country France – La Gacilly – La Trinite-sur-Mer – Combrit – Trebeurden – Saint-Briac-sur-Mer

    From La Gacilly to Saint-Briac-sur-Mer - A Rugged Road Trip Through Brittany

    Bask in the beauty of Brittany on this 11-day road trip around the region’s rugged coast

    11 days, from £2500 to £3200

  • One Country France – Corsica – Calvi – Corte – Piana – Ajaccio – Levie – Bonifacio

    The Ultimate Corsican Road Trip - The Coast, the Mountains and the Capital

    Discover the scenic and cultural highlights of Corsica on this epic two-week road trip around the island

    13 days, from £2750 to £3300

  • One Country France – Nice – La Garde-Freinet – Le Puy-Sainte-Reparade – Arles

    Art and Architecture on the Cote d’Azur - A Road Trip from Nice to Arles

    Step into a world of incredible art and architecture on this week-long road trip along France’s Cote d’Azur

    8 days, from £3800 to £4900

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"The Concierge were responsive and helpful on the couple of occasions we contacted them, and the hotels were great. Our favourite was Hôtel Version Maquis Santa Manza, Bonifacio - the buggy ride to the secluded beach was amazing! We really enjoyed the 4x4 tour of the Agriates desert too, and the guide was very good."
P - UK
Published on 29th September 2025
"Izzy delivered on all our expectations. Her care and attention to detail were outstanding, and her knowledge of the country and its regions was incredibly helpful. Our Concierge was super responsive to all of our requests and queries. The whole trip was superb, and we were never disappointed. The quality and professionalism of Izzy and the whole team never failed to impress. We are incredibly grateful to Original Travel for giving us such a wonderful time. Thank you."
C - UK
Published on 2nd September 2025
"Izzy has arranged a few European trips for us and she is fabulous. We have high expectations and were very happy with our trip. Our tour guide for three days was outstanding and the restaurant recommendations were exactly as we hoped. We do a lot of travel and this trip is at or near the top."
D - USA
Published on 16th May 2025

Our travel experts know all there is to know about France summer holidays, so let us create the perfect tailor-made trip for you. To give you a glimpse of what could be in store, here’s a few of our favourite things to do on a France summer holiday.

Indulge your inner sommelier

France is famous for its wine, and no France summer holiday would be complete without a trip to a vineyard. France has countless world-famous wines, from the rich reds of Bordeaux to the buttery whites of Chardonnay. Or for a truly indulgent experience, head to the famous Champagne region to try its namesake bubbly and raise a glass to your perfect France summer holiday.

Go celeb spotting on the French Riviera

Glitz, glamour and good times: the French Riviera (or Côte d'Azur) has long been known as a playground for the rich and famous. Enjoy white sand beaches, top quality dining and unbeatable designer shopping.

Catch some waves in Biarritz

If the luxury lifestyle isn’t really your thing, head to Biarritz for surfing and sunshine. Set on the Bay of Biscay, on south-west France's Atlantic coastline, Biarritz is perfect for those who enjoy a more active beach holiday, with surf schools, snorkelling, stand up paddleboarding and nightlife.