France is one of the most interesting and scenic countries in the world. With a history that spans the centuries, you will have no problem finding plenty to do. The Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and the Notre Dame Cathedral are just some of the must-see attractions on almost every tourist’s to-do list.
If you want to create a truly memorable vacation in France, however, you’ll have to think outside-the-box and indulge yourself in some of France’s best hidden treasures. Adding a few of these great activities to your itinerary will ensure you have a vacation that creates memories to last a lifetime.
Lodging
There are plenty of hotels throughout France, but if you’re looking for a memorable experience, try spending the night in a treehouse. These unique treehouse holidays France are ideal for couples or families. You and your guests can enjoy their stay in a luxury treehouse that is hoisting as high as 60 feet above the ground. Make your stay extra special and arrange to have a breakfast or dinner basket sent right up to your outdoor terrace area.
Dining
You can spend your trip going in and out of dozens of French restaurants, but if you really want to learn about French cuisine try taking a cooking class. These one-day cooking classes and workshops will teach you the art of making French foods, such as bread, tarts, and more. Best of all, you’ll be able to make these recipes over and over again at home. There also are dozens of wine tasting tours available to help you discover some of the best wine France has to offer.
Attractions
When you’re choosing which museums to visit while in France, be sure to add some of the more interesting museums, such as the Paris Sewer Museum, Museum of Vampires and Legendary Creatures and of course the underground catacombs. While in Paris, grab your camera and take a shot of some great hidden treasures, such as the I Love You Wall and the Statue of Death and the University of Medicine.
There are some other unique things you will not want to miss, such as
- Flight Simulator
Have you ever wanted to know what it feels like to fly a Boeing 737? Now you can, at the Flight Simulator experience. While you won’t be in the air, you will feel like it and experience what it’s like to be a pilot.
- Sail through the Channels
There may be no better way to tour Paris that with a boat ride through the Channels. You don’t even need a license to drive these boats. After just a simple training course (about 10 minutes), you will be all set to drive the boat. Pack or order a picnic lunch and stop along the way to enjoy the sites along the banks of the channel.
Getting Around
Thinking about renting a car or using a cab to get around France? Why not try a Velib instead – a bicycle that is. France is famous for its large selection of public bicycles that allow you to pay-by-the-hour and enjoy the sites of France on your own. You also can take one of the many bicycle tours and pedal your way past amazing sites, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and Louvre. You also don’t want to miss your chance to ride a Tuk Tuk, which are pedicabs that can give you a nice relaxing trip through the city streets of France.
Adding just a few of these unique experiences will make sure that you have a trip that you will never forget. So, pack your bags and get ready to for the trip of a lifetime.