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Château de Chenonceau, Loire Valley                      Villers-Bretonneux, Northern France

       COUNTRYSIDE CASTLES                                     BATTLEFIELDS
       Step back in time to wander the stately castles of the Parisian countryside.   Some of the most poignant and historically significant World War I battlefield
       Visit the famous Château de Versailles and admire its intricately designed   sites are found in France. Take a moving journey to pay respects to fallen
       interiors and the perfectly manicured gardens. Discover extraordinary   soldiers at the Australian National Memorial. At Villers-Bretonneux, discover
       artwork and stunning architecture at Château de Chenonceau and Château   the legacy of the ANZACs on the Western Front at the Sir John Monash
       de Chambord in the Loire Valley.                        Centre, bringing stories to life through immersive exhibits and galleries.





















       Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris                              Musée de l’Orangerie, Paris

       PARIS ICONIC LANDMARKS                                  HISTORY OF ART
       Paris is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, all   France is home to some of the world’s greatest artists. Wander through
       with their own unique history and significance. Climb the Eiffel Tower   the magnificent collection of art, including the Mona Lisa at the Louvre or
       for breathtaking views of the city or stand beneath the symbolic Arc de   discover impressionist works in Musée d’Orsay and Musée de l’Orangerie.
       Triomphe. Explore the gothic architecture of the newly restored Notre Dame   Follow in the footsteps of van Gogh in Arles and explore the enchanting
       Cathedral and visit Sacré-Cœur atop the city’s highest point.   gardens of Monet’s home in Giverny, which inspired most of his work.






















                                                                Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy
       FOOD & WINE                                             MONT SAINT MICHEL
       Baguettes, croissants, cheese and wines – your tastebuds will be delighted   Located off the coast of Normandy, Mont Saint Michel is one of France’s
       no matter where you are in France. Discover local patisseries in Paris   most enchanting landmarks. Climb the cobblestone streets to the medieval
       for freshly baked pastries and delicate macarons. Sip on wine from the   abbey perched at the peak. Dramatic tides transform the landscape
       Bordeaux and Champagne regions and browse small village markets to   exposing vast sandbanks as water recedes and high tide isolates the island,
       sample local cheeses and fresh produce.                 giving it a fairytale-like appearance.




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