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France – the country that has it all… Boundless culture and history, amazing art and architecture, magnificent churches and abbeys, charming hilltop villages, exquisite gardens, imposing mountains, beautiful countryside, spectacular coastlines, lovely music, lively food and antique markets, fun festivals of all kinds, delicious cuisine and wines, and much more. Our luxury one-of-a-kind, small-group journeys let you discover the best of France for fascinating, authentic and unforgettable vacations. As part of our inspiring experiences, we engage the finest French and British historians, experts and guides to share remarkable French culture and history throughout our trips. And we arrange special visits to private chateaux, homes, gardens, chefs’ kitchens, artists’ studios and more to give you many tastes of the real France. Whether you’re an experienced France traveler or want to go for the first time, we invite you to join us for our superb French sojourns with soul in la belle France!

Note please for 2025 and following:

The trips listed below are all trips we have done over the years. I can do any of them with a minimum of eight travelers. I will leave the dates unchanged so you can get an idea of the day-to-day itinerary and the character of the trips. With 8-12 travelers, we can decide what time of the year is best. I am doing a good deal of private trips now, and trips that are popular, especially the language immersion ones, and Maud’s new Fashion offering. We have been going to Aix-en-Provence at least every other year, and have also started a language immersion trip in Beaune (Burgundy). I am also considering additional venues since many clients are repeat language learners. The “Live like a Local” genre is very popular.

I also welcome any proposal you have for trips to France. I have been to all popular regions, as you can see in the trips listed below. I will offer “Chateaux, Country, Culture” based at the Chateau of Courances in the coming year.

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For more details on how we can help with your France travels, please contact us at christopherseitz@frenchaffaires.com. To make a trip payment online, please click here. Merci beaucoup! 

2026 Trips
Culture Trips

Arrival Arrival at Paris Airport, Transfer to the Hotel Duc de Saint-Simon, 7th district. Nestled in the heart of Paris’s elegant 7th arrondissement, the Hôtel Duc de Saint-Simon offers a truly exceptional setting for a…

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Culture Trips

“Live in Provence Next September!” A note from French Affaires founder Elizabeth New Seitz, Ph.D. “Provence is possibly the most beautiful and rewarding region in all of France. It is known for picturesque villages, stunning…

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2025 Trips
Culture Trips

This French Affaires offering will be based at the exceptional setting of the Chateau of Courances, and the Lodgings of Pierres d’Histoire. We will be living in a mediaeval village where one can step back…

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2024 Trips
Culture Trips

Since 2006, Maud Hacker has been passing on the treasures of French culture through themed tours and tailor-made itineraries created for individuals and professionals. A lecturer trained at the École du Louvre and the Sorbonne,…

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Culture Trips

Hosted by Dr. Christopher Seitz Join Christopher Seitz of French Affaires for this exclusive and personal holiday week in Paris! This festive journey to the French capital will include everything that sparkles in Paris at…

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Culture Trips

“Live in Provence Next May!” A note from French Affaires founder Elizabeth New Seitz, Ph.D. “Provence is possibly the most beautiful and rewarding region in all of France. It is known for picturesque villages, stunning…

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Culture Trips

Day One, Monday 16 September (Èze) Arrival @ Nice from USA . Welcome at the airport with private drivers. Transport to Èze, Welcome at the Relais Château La Chèvre d’Or, discover the unique panorama of…

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2023 Trips
Culture Trips

Set against the backdrop of Burgundy, the Beaune Language Immersion trip allows you to learn French and live like a local. Beaune is the capital of wine trade and a pedestrian-friendly, mediaeval walled village. Our…

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Culture Trips

While it’s only a stone’s throw from Paris, Normandy is a world unto itself with rich historical, cultural, architectural, religious and gastronomic traditions. Our special journey will treat you to an insider experience of the…

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2022 Trips
Culture Trips

The spectacular French island of Corsica lies not far from the French Riviera but is a world away with stunning beaches, imposing mountains, perched villages, magnificent churches, rich history and culture, lovely folk music, delicious…

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Culture Trips

While it’s only a stone’s throw from Paris, Normandy is a world unto itself with rich historical, cultural, architectural, religious and gastronomic traditions. Our special journey will treat you to an insider experience of the…

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We’re excited to continue the new 2021 France trip offering, with our insider journey ‘The Best of Burgundy and Lyon.’ During this rich French travel experience, we will be immersed in the incredible medieval-to-modern history…

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Paris is the most festive of all cities, especially at holiday time! This unforgettable journey to the French capital includes everything that sparkles during the holidays – Christmas lights, holiday markets, Christmas windows and decorations,…

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2021 Trips
Culture Trips

This spectacular journey to France features a week-long exclusive photography immersion into Southwest France with the celebrated international photographer Eric Sander. He will lead our group on an insider one-of-a-kind tour capturing the greatest French…

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Culture Trips

Southwest France is one of the country’s best kept secrets – a remarkable region still steeped in glorious French history and tradition. From medieval villages clinging to sheer cliffs to majestic fortress castles overlooking the…

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Culture Trips, Antiques Tours

Join us for a marvelous week in Paris and Normandy on the hunt for incredible French antiques and flea market finds! French linens, faience, porcelain, silver, copper cookware, paintings, garden decor, furniture, and all manner…

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Paris is the most festive of all cities, especially at holiday time! This unforgettable journey to the French capital includes everything that sparkles during the holidays – Christmas lights, holiday markets, Christmas windows and decorations,…

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Culture Trips, Antiques Tours

Join Elizabeth New Seitz and our fun travel group for a marvelous week in Provence filled with French antiques and brocante and of course Provençal culture. We’ll spend a day at the fabulous Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Sunday…

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Culinary Journeys

Each year, Elizabeth New Seitz features a fabulous travel experience all around French cuisine and culture. Our 2021 culinary journey to a surprise destination in the U.S. will offer an amazing three days designed especially…

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2019 Trips

Paris is the most festive of all cities, especially at holiday time! This unforgettable journey to the French capital includes everything that sparkles during the holidays – Christmas lights, holiday markets, Christmas windows and decorations,…

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Provence is possibly the most beautiful and rewarding region in all of France. Known for its picturesque villages, stunning countryside, amazing coastline, flavorful cuisine, wonderful wines, colorful markets, fragrant gardens and relaxed culture, we’ll experience…

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Provence is our destination this year for an amazing culinary journey to France designed especially for lovers of French cuisine and cooking. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable France adventure focused on wonderful French…

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Join French Affaires for a marvelous week in Provence filled with French antiques and heirlooms and of course Provençal culture. We’ll spend a day at the fabulous Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Sunday market as well as a day…

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While it’s only a stone’s throw from Paris, Normandy is a world unto itself with rich historical, cultural, architectural, religious and gastronomic traditions. Our special journey will treat you to an insider experience of the…

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Known as the “Ile de Beauté”, the French island of Corsica lies not far from the French Riviera but is a world away with spectacular beaches, imposing mountains, perched villages, magnificent churches, rich history and…

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Words From Our Happy Travelers

  • Thanks to you, Elizabeth, I feel like the St. Remy-de-Provence market and I are old friends.

    - G.J., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – Our sincere thanks for your talents and expertise helping us to plan the trip to Paris! We had a wonderful time as you can imagine. The girls loved the city, and we all learned many new pieces of history. Your guides were terrific, and each so well suited for the topics they were covering. We sincerely thank you – we had a wonderful trip and made many memories together.

    - M.P., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – We have such happy memories of our trip to France and appreciate all of the wonderful ideas and suggestions you gave to us. I wish I had gone to France every year of my adult life!

    - C.A., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – It’s a rare situation when I am not even sure where to begin in saying thank you! Our Christmas adventure in Paris exceeeded my expectations in every way. Your organization, schedule, thoroughness and thoughtfulness were evident daily and we really basked as we walked through the week. Memories of this trip will last a lifetime!

    - S.H., Dallas, TX

  • First, let me say how fabulous our Paris extension was after our Viking French River Cruise this summer! It was lovely, well planned in every detail! We could never have seen so much of my beloved Paris in such a short time without your expertise. We totally enjoyed our hotel. The location was perfect and the staff was charming. The restaurant choices were excellent. Our guide was delightful. He was very knowledgeable about art and history of Paris. Our transfers worked beautifully, on time and courteous.
    Our Paris sojourn was wonderful, packed with memories and new experiences. You did a terrific job of planning for us. I have told many friends about your delightful services.

    - P.G., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – We had a fabulous Paris trip. I would say your tour guide on three separate visits was a major highlight…perfect for our family. She shared information that was unique to her expertise that we could not have learned on our own. She was great with the kids…excellent. We have been raving about your services.

    - K.P., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – We had the best time in Paris and cannot thank you enough for all you did to make the most of our time there. We dream of the day we can go back! Every restaurant you booked was fabulous, and we found wonderful little cafes around our hotel as well. You recommendations for each day were perfect; we did so much walking we really immersed ourselves in the city. We went to a market and got some wine and cheese and sat on the lawn of the Eiffel Tower for about 3 hours one afternoon, and it was so nice just to sit, relax and enjoy. My only regret is that is was too short, could have had 5 more days at least! Looking forward to planning another trip with you to a different region sometime!

    - J.W., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth, what a fantastic trip to Normandy you guided for us last September! We loved being part of your group. We learned so much and had the best time. Thank you again for inlcuding us with such a delightful group in a beautiful part of France!

    - V.H., McComb, MS

  • Elizabeth, I wanted to thank you again for planning such a perfect trip. This was my first trip to Paris, and I loved it so much I feel sure it won’t be my last. You included so many special events and activities that I know I would never have known to do or been able to pull off on my own. That dinner in the mansion!!! Incredible!! And the concert the last night was so very special. A true highlight! And of course, the museums and tours were outstanding.

    I just wanted you to know how much I loved it, and how much I appreciate all the thought, effort and time you invested in it.

    Joyeux Noël to you and your husband!

    - C.G., Dallas, TX

  • Elizabeth – Thank you so much for your help for our trip to Paris!
    Everything went very well! We all enjoyed the entire stay. The New Year’s Eve restaurant was so fun. We made several friends there including two ladies from Austin. And the boys loved the Christmas market particularly the fun food! Again, many many thanks.

    - J.F., Washington, D.C.

  • The trip to Normandy, Honfleur and Bayeux was fantastic!!! Because of all of your hard work, knowledge and creativity, your travel friends are able to make cherished, lifelong memories! You are a real treasure, Elizabeth!

    - C.W., Dallas, Texas

  • Elizabeth, let me again say MERCI, MERCI for having me in Provence with my sister and our wonderful group.  My sister and I are still talking about our time together.  It was an amazing adventure.  And it’s quite obvious that the success of this trip – and I’m sure all your others – is 100% because of you.  You are gracious, kind, and so thoughtful to people and details. Thank you for all your efforts.

    - S.C., Oakton, Virginia

  • Elizabeth, your trips are hands down The Best in the World! I feel so lucky to have been on two of your trips. The memories are so special – and you are an absolutely fabulous leader!!

    - C.W., Dallas, Texas

  • Oh my goodness…. what an awesome time we had on the Culinary Journey to Provence. Your trips are absolutely over the top. And we so thank you for helping us with everything after we left you. You would not believe what we covered in those three days. We spent the last day in Cassis and the restaurant you recommended on the waterfront was so so so outstanding. Merci…Merci…. Merci…. We also took the boat ride. What a wonderful way to end our trip. Also thanks so much for setting us up with the apartment in Aix. It was wonderful and such a great option.Thank you again for such a wonderful trip. Once again magical!

    - D.M., Dallas, Texas

  • Elizabeth, I have enjoyed reviewing my photos the last few days and remembering all the great times we had on the trip to Provence.  Thank you for organizing such an enriching experience for all of us.  I have enjoyed showing the photos in the Provence book you gave each of us to all my friends.  The group was so congenial and everything seemed to run so smoothly.  I know it was a lot of work for you but it certainly paid off in such a well organized tour.  Thank you again for the lovely book and for all your efforts in making this trip so rewarding for us.  I would love to join you again some day.

    - B.P., Dallas, Texas

  • What a fabulous trip! It was one I was so looking forward to and it beat all my expectations! You did such a wonderful job…Thank you, Elizabeth, for all of your hard work in putting together such a special trip.

    - J.S., Dallas, Texas

  • Elizabeth, what can I say?!! The France garden trip was ‘over the top’ in every way: the places we stayed, the food and the wine, the opportunities that you provided…the gardens and vistas!! Thank you so very, very much! Our time in France has made a big bump in my memory book. A bientôt – MERCI à vous!

    - D.S., Dallas, Texas

  • I will say, Elizabeth is my favorite leader for a trip to France!! She introduces you to her favorite places and is a great host! I have traveled with her a few times and can’t wait til the next trip! It is a special experience and I can’t recommend a better way to travel!!

    - B.T., Dallas, Texas

  • Cannot recommend ‘The Wonders of Normandy’ trip enough!! Fabulous! I am so thankful to have attended many wonderful classes and now 4 fabulous trips to France with Elizabeth New Seitz! She’s the BEST!

    - L.S., Dallas, Texas

  • Such an amazing trip to Normandy! Feeling so privileged having seen it and you made sure we had the best guides! Thank you!

    - C.M., Dallas, Texas

  • Again, thank you for providing such a wonderful trip to Aix-en-Provence. I fully loved the town, side trips and French classes but your thoughtfulness and planning above all.

    - D.W., Tulsa, Oklahoma

  • Elizabeth, thank you so much for going above and beyond for our trip to Paris. You made every place we went come alive for us. I loved all the stories and anecdotes that added to our education of Paris and its many treasures. Merci, merci for all your hard work on our behalf!

    - M.H., Dallas, Texas

  • Elizabeth, we really enjoyed meeting you and are so impressed with your knowledge of and expertise on French culture. This was a trip of a lifetime for us, a trip that was matched by few and surpassed by none. The schedule was well planned and all expectations were exceeded. The accommodations and meals were excellent. Hats off to you for a job well done! Looking forward to the future events. 

    - J.M., Williamsburg, Virginia

  • Elizabeth – We had a marvelous time in Normandy!! You are a superb host and guide.

    - C.W., Dallas, Texas

  • Bonjour Elizabeth! I had a wonderful trip to France with you. My favorite part was Courances. It truly was lovely!

    - L.P., Dallas, Texas

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