It certainly comes as no surprise that Jeanne Mills Tours is heading to France in 2012. We are going to Alsace, in eastern France, in September 2012 to attend the Patchwork-Europa Quilt Show, held in four little villages in the foothills of the Vosges Mountains.

We will meet in Strasbourg, visit the city and then move to a hotel in Colmar, slightly closer to Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, which is the largest of the villages and the one with most of the exhibition venues. You will have the opportunity to attend the show for two days. From Colmar we will visit a few charming wine villages on the "route des vins", as well as the outlet for Beauvillé table linens and beautiful printed fabric.

We are close enough to Germany to cross the Rhine and spend a day in Freiburg.

Our coach will take us from Alsace to Beaune in the Burgundy wine region. Though we may indulge in a glass of local wine, we will be particularly interested in visiting the Hospices de Beaune, a former charitable almshouse of architectural interest, dating from the 15th century.

Finally we will travel by coach north to Paris.

An extension of 3 days, through the night of September 21st is available for those who would like to spend a few days in Paris before returning home. The extension will include a visit to the Palace of Versailles.

Be assured that we have thought carefully about the visits and activities on the itinerary. Jeanne has visited all the sights and stayed in 3 of the 4 hotels. We plan with great attention to detail. Since our first tour in 1995, we have worked diligently to offer you the best possible experience. We hope you will join us for a fun-filled trip. Jeanne and Mary Ellen are seasoned travelers, who love exploring in France.

Look closely at our itinerary and tour details as outlined on the other pages within the web site. If you prefer, you can print the 2012 Art & Textile Tour brochure and share the itinerary and details with friends. We encourage you to sign up now. Please contact us with your questions.

September 6-19, 2012

Cost: $3650 in twin room

Single room supplement: $775

3-day extension in Paris. See details on registration page.

Limited to 20 participants

Click here to print the 2012 Art & Textile Tour brochure.