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A good gay group trip should feel like exploring the world with friends, not just following a little rainbow flag through a crowd. Our friends at leading gay group travel operator Detours provide exactly that experience. Their guides understand the thrill of discovering a new place and ensure that everyone in their care feels that same excitement on every trip, be that in Egypt or Peru or Spain. With over ten years of experience, they are undisputed masters at uniquely tailoring each adventure to the group—providing an authentic local experience without stifling the spontaneity that makes travel so invigorating.

For example, join their all inclusive Rhine River Cruise from October 1-7, 2026, where over seven days, you’ll glide from Frankfurt to Basel past turreted castles, vineyard-draped hillsides, and half-timbered towns, with curated stops in places like Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and the Alsace wine villages. In short, there'll be a lot of culture and a lot of fun! Itinerary highlights include wandering Strasbourg’s canals and Gothic cathedral, tasting regional wines in storybook villages, and soaking up medieval charm along the riverbanks—all while staying in your very own floating boutique hotel with good company.

Be you a lover of fine art, a lover of fine wine, or just a lover full stop, France is one of the world’s most alluring countries. Detours has a passion for France to match, and their 11 Days in France tour in August and September 2026 captures the country’s most beloved regions in one seamless, convivial adventure.

The adventure begins in Paris with guided visits to icons like the Louvre and Versailles, plus a memorable evening dinner cruise along the Seine. From there, travel into Burgundy to explore Dijon’s medieval streets and Beaune’s wine heritage, including tastings and regional specialties. Continue to gastronomic Lyon, where Renaissance lanes and bouchon cuisine showcase France’s culinary soul. The finale unfolds in sun-drenched Provence, based in Avignon, with visits to the Palais des Papes, Rhône Valley wineries, artisanal producers, and charming hill towns. Lush hotels, including regional transport, select meals and tastings, guided sightseeing, and—of course—your passionate host themselves will make your French adventure infused with joie de vivre!