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

Lola
My husband and I have just returned from an amazing 16 day trip in France organized thoughtfully and beautifully by Emilie of France Just for You. As the other reviewers have stated, all interactions with Emilie have been prompt, professional and thorough. Although we have organized European travel on our own in the past, concerned that we might be …
Susan
This was a wonderful way to travel in France! Our tours were wonderful and the guidebook was very helpful. Each day we had suggestions of things to do and we loved every suggestion! Our car and our accommodations were first class. Having the french phone made travel easy since we could use Waze and Google Maps. If we return to France, we will …
Michael
My wife and I are fairly seasoned travelers so when we decided to include a trip to France in our year long 50th Anniversary Celebration we wanted to do something different. We looked at group travel companies including those who specialize in "small" groups. None of them had the flavor we were looking for. In my search for somethin new I happened …

Our Travelers’ Photos

Ginger & Tom
from the US
At their B&B in the Loire Valley
Ron, Jane, Don & Nancy
From Canada
Visiting a wine cellar
Sandy & Dennis
from the US
In Paris by Notre Dame Cathedral
Tonya & Robert
From the US
In Versailles - Hall of Mirrors
Christina & her niece
from Australia
In the Wolves Sanctuary in Guéret
Jane & Ron
From Canada
Visiting the Opéra Garnier, in Paris
Andy
from the US
Enjoying a drink on a brasserie terrace in Paris
Tracey & Sandra
From the US
In Provence...
Carol & Mike
from the US
In Pont du Gard roman bridge in Provence
Kathy & Mark
from the US
Truffle Hunting in Provence
Kim
From the US
Enjoying a glass of wine in Amboise
Pam & Mercer
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At the B&B in Giverny

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