Discover France with France at Leisure
As an Australian-based French travel agency, we create personalised journeys to France for Australian travellers, sharing our knowledge, passion and love for our country of origin.
With over 25 years of experience and a trusted network of local partners, we help you discover the France we know and love, beyond the usual tourist trail.
From Paris and Provence to the French Riviera, Burgundy, Bordeaux and beyond, our France experts will help you plan a journey tailored to your interests. Our services include luxury hotel barge cruises, self-drive canal boat holidays, themed small-group tours, including Anzac tours, and European car leasing for extended European driving holidays.
Let us help you plan your French adventure. To get started, simply complete our short questionnaire. Click here to share your travel plans, and we’ll send you a selection of ideas, options, and current offers to inspire your journey.
A bientôt
Christian BLONDEAU
Founder - Director and your expert on France
HOTEL BARGING
Our barge cruises gently introduce you to some of Europe’s finest scenery, fascinating history and local culture – from the picturesque vineyards of Burgundy to the spectacular sun-drenched waterways of the South of France to the beautiful Alsace region or the Loire Valley. > Read more
SMALL GROUP TOURS
Our selected small group tours give you the local experience of travelling through France at a leisurely pace, staying in boutique accommodation and offering culinary discoveries > Read more
BOAT RENTALS
NO LICENCE REQUIRED. Explore France’s Waterways like a Boss on Your Own Private Boat. Self-drive cruising in France is a perfect way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the French waterways. Discover the beauty of France from the country's canals. > Read more
European car leasing
If you are planning a self-drive European holiday for more than 3 weeks, our car leasing program is for you! We offer three French car brands Peugeot, Renault and Citroen. The car leasing solution offers you a brand-new and fully insured car with zero excess. > Read more
2027 ANZAC DAY Tours
The Australian War Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux commemorates the battle of 24/25 April 1918, when ANZAC Soldiers liberated the town. Join our ANZAC DAY 6-day tour to remember our heroes. > Read more
Meet Christian Blondeau
Christian Blondeau is a French-born travel specialist and the founder of France At Leisure, established in 2002. Under his leadership, the company has become a leading specialist in travel to France for discerning Australian travellers. > Read more
