RIVIERA, PROVENCE & CHAMPAGNE
A slower, more considered journey through France.
France, the Lido way
Most itineraries are designed to show you as much as possible.
This one is designed to help you slow down and savour it.
A journey through the French Riviera, Provence, Champagne and Paris with fewer hotel changes, longer stays and time to properly experience each place.
Small group. Private rooms as standard.
20–30 June 2027
Beginning on the Mediterranean coast and finishing in Paris.
Swimming in the sea, wandering village markets, sharing long lunches, discovering beautiful hotels and experiencing some of France's most celebrated regions at a relaxed pace.
This journey is intentionally intimate.
Explore the journey below, or jump to a section.
What This Journey Is About
This is a 10-day small-group journey through France designed to feel relaxed, beautifully paced and easy from the moment you arrive.
Beginning on the French Riviera, the journey follows the Mediterranean coastline before moving into the villages and countryside of Provence, continuing north to the vineyards of Champagne and finishing in Paris.
Rather than constantly changing hotels, we stay longer in fewer places, allowing time to properly settle in, unpack once and experience each destination beyond its highlights.
Throughout the journey, accommodation has been thoughtfully selected to reflect each setting, from elegant coastal stays on the Riviera and a beautiful Provençal retreat to a boutique hotel in champagne country and a final stay in Paris.
Days balance curated experiences with unstructured time to swim in the Mediterranean, wander village markets, linger over long lunches, explore local streets, enjoy a glass of wine in the afternoon sun or simply do very little at all.
Along the way, experiences have been designed to feel immersive and specific to place without filling every hour of the day. Think coastal walks overlooking the sea, mornings spent exploring Provençal villages, champagne tastings among the vineyards and evenings wandering through Paris as the city begins to glow.
Private rooms are included throughout the journey unless travelling with a friend and choosing to share.
Every detail, from the hotels we select to the way we move between regions, has been carefully considered so the experience feels seamless, comfortable and effortless throughout.
Hosted by Paula Fletcher, founder of Lido Atelier.
Why We Chose This Place
France has a way of making ordinary moments feel memorable.
A morning coffee in a quiet village square. A swim in the Mediterranean before lunch. Fresh market produce carried home in a woven basket. An afternoon spent wandering streets with nowhere particular to be.
For this journey, we were drawn to regions that capture the essence of French living while still allowing space to slow down and properly experience them.
The French Riviera brings together beautiful coastal walks, seaside towns and the simple pleasure of spending time beside the water. Provence offers vineyard landscapes, village markets and long lunches beneath the trees. Champagne provides a chance to celebrate and indulge in one of the world's most iconic wine regions, while Paris brings the journey to a fitting close.
Rather than trying to see all of France, we've chosen a small number of places that each offer something different, creating a journey that balances coast, countryside, culture and connection.
Together, they reflect many of the things we value most at Lido Atelier beautiful surroundings, time outdoors, memorable conversations, local experiences and the opportunity to slow down and enjoy life a little more fully.
Lido Moments
Swimming in the Mediterranean along the French Riviera
Wandering the market stalls of Antibes and exploring the old town at a relaxed pace
Coastal walks overlooking the sparkling waters of Cap Ferrat
Long lunches in Provence surrounded by vineyards, villages and lavender fields
Exploring some of France's most beautiful hilltop villages
A private champagne experience at one of Champagne's iconic maisons
Sunset aperitifs and evenings shared together beneath the summer sky
A private perfume workshop in Paris, creating your own signature fragrance to take home
Discovering treasures amongst the antiques, vintage finds and design stores of the Saint-Ouen flea markets
A final Parisian evening celebrating a journey shared together
French Riviera | 4 Nights
A boutique coastal hotel perfectly positioned for exploring the Riviera.
Provence | 2 Nights
A beautiful countryside retreat surrounded by vineyards and hilltop villages.
Champagne | 2 Nights
An elegant hotel in the heart of champagne country.
Paris | 2 Nights
A charming boutique hotel in one of Paris's most loved neighbourhoods.
WHERE WE ARE STAYNG
You'll Feel At Home Here If...
This journey is designed for women who enjoy travelling well rather than travelling fast.
Women who appreciate beautiful places, good food, meaningful conversation and experiences that feel authentic rather than rushed.
You may be travelling solo, with a friend or simply looking to meet like-minded women who enjoy exploring the world with curiosity and confidence.
You'll likely enjoy wandering local markets as much as visiting famous landmarks, prefer a long lunch over a packed sightseeing schedule and value having time to properly experience a place rather than simply passing through it.
While no special level of fitness is required, this journey includes leisurely walking through villages, markets and coastal areas, along with opportunities for swimming and exploring at a relaxed pace.
Most of all, this journey is for women who are looking for a beautifully hosted experience where the details have been thoughtfully taken care of, allowing them to relax, connect and enjoy the journey.
WHATS INCLUDED
10 days / 9 nights accommodation throughout France
Daily breakfast
Welcome and farewell dinners
Selected lunches and dining experiences
All accommodation in carefully chosen boutique hotels
Group transfers between destinations
High-speed train travel between regions
Curated experiences throughout the journey
A private champagne experience in Champagne country
A private perfume workshop in Paris
Time to explore the Saint-Ouen flea markets
Guided walks and local experiences
Services of your Lido Atelier host throughout
Small group experience
WHATS NOT INCLUDED
International flights to and from France
Travel insurance (comprehensive cover is required for all guests).
Private airport transfers prior to journey commencement.
Lunches and selected beverages, allowing flexibility and personal choice throughout the journey.
Personal expenses, including shopping, additional spa treatments and incidental purchases.
Optional experiences outside the curated program.
We’re also happy to provide recommendations for preferred travel insurance providers should you wish.
Your Investment
Pricing for this journey will be released first to the waitlist.
Join the priority waitlist to receive:
Early access to the full itinerary
Accommodation reveals
Pricing and payment information
Priority booking before public release
To preserve the intimate nature of the experience, places will be limited to a small group of women.
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Meet Your Host
Paula Fletcher is the founder of Lido Atelier, a design-led travel and lifestyle brand creating thoughtfully curated coastal experiences and small-group journeys for women.
Based in Sydney, Paula brings together a background in design, a lifelong connection to the ocean and extensive travel throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East, North and South America to create escapes that feel immersive, beautifully considered and deeply restorative.
But more than anything, Paula is simply someone who understands the season of life many women find themselves in.
She’s been the corporate professional, the wife, the mother the woman trying to hold everything together while quietly craving space to breathe again.
Lido Atelier was created from a desire to offer something different from traditional touring experiences: slower, more thoughtful journeys that balance beautiful places, local culture, connection and time to properly exhale.
Paula isn’t a travel influencer or wellness guru. What guests connect with is her warmth, honesty and ability to create an atmosphere that feels relaxed, welcoming and genuinely real.
Having spent time travelling extensively throughout Europe, including several weeks exploring the French Riviera, Paula has a deep appreciation for the slower pace, coastal lifestyle and simple pleasures that make this part of the world so enduringly special.
Throughout the journey, she will personally host the group, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere from beginning to end.
Upcoming Journeys 2027
A small number of Lido Atelier journeys are released each year, each carefully shaped around place, pace and experience.
Future destinations are shared in limited numbers, with early access offered to our community first.
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A small number of places will be released.
