EASY PACE FRANCE

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11 Days ~ France

Tour Pace

The pace is exactly as it says in the title – easy. With three nights in Paris, three nights in Nimes and four nights in Nice, the pace is yours to set. You can use your free time to relax, explore or join optional excursions organised by your Tour Director.

DAY 1 – SAT – UK - PARIS

After your scheduled flight to Charles de Gaulle Airport, there are complimentary transfers to the tour hotel at 09.00 & 12.00 hours. The afternoon is yours to relax and settle in. In the evening, join your fellow passengers and Tour Director for aWelcome Drink. Hotel: Sofitel Bercy.

DAY 2 – SUN – PARIS SIGHTSEEING

A guided tour shows you Notre Dame Cathedral, the courtyard of the Louvre and Place de la Concorde before driving along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Embark on a relaxing River Seine cruise which concludes with a visit to the gilded Église du Dome to see Napoleon’s tomb. In the afternoon there is time at leisure to relax or take an optional excursion to the Palace of Versailles or to the home of the Impressionist painter, Monet, at Giverny. Afterwards, enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a typical Parisian Bistro, and round the evening off with a sparkling illuminations tour of the ‘city of light.’ (BB,HD)

DAY 3 – MON – PARIS AT LEISURE

There is certainly no shortage of things to do and see in this great capital city. Meet the enigmatic Mona Lisa in the Louvre, ascend the Eiffel Tower by elevator or the hill of Montmartre by mini-train for superb panoramic views. Don’t miss the chance to go shopping in the Galleries Lafayette or the elegant designer boutiques of the Left Bank. By night, why not try one of the world-famous cabaret shows for an evening of excitement and glamour? (BB)

DAY 4 – TUE – PARIS – NîMES

Transfer to the Paris station to board a comfortable TGV train for a journey south through fertile vineyards and rich agricultural lands to Provence. See the greatest of the Roman remains, the incredible three-tiered Pont du Gard, before arriving in the old Roman city of Nîmes. Hotel: Imperator Concorde. (BB,D)

DAY 5 – WED – AVIGNON & COTES DU RHONE EXCURSION

Travel to Avignon where a little train ride gives an overview of this papal city, with its medieval battlements and 39 towers. Pass the old Palace of the Popes and the four remaining arches of the bridge of St Benezet, the Pont d'Avignon of the famous song. After time to explore, head towards the Rhone river and the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to taste the renowned wine, before returning to the hotel. Spend time shopping for fragrant Provencal souvenirs or taking an optional excursion to see Camargue’s unique landscape of lagoons, white horses, bulls and flamingos. (BB)

DAY 6 – THU – NIMES

This morning visit the Roman Arena and see the 2,000 year old Maison Carrée temple. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore. Perhaps visit the shady Jardin de la Fontaine or one of the many museums, or take an excursion to visit the old hill top village of Les Baux de Provence and a local olive oil mill. (BB)

DAY 7 – FRI – NîMES – NICE

Take the motorway to “the most beautiful town in France after Paris”, Aix-En-Provence. After some time to appreciate the elegant mansions and bustling cafés of the Cours Mirabeau, continue to the fantastic Cote D’Azur and its capital city, Nice. On arrival, enjoy an orientation tour before checking into your hotel, your home for the next four nights. Hotel: Radisson SAS. (BB)

DAY 8 – SAT – MONACO EXCURSION

During your relaxed stay on the Riviera, take an excursion to Monaco, ruled by the Grimaldi family since the 13th century. See the Royal Palace, home of Prince Albert, the yacht-filled harbour and the Cathedral, housing the late Princess Grace’s tomb. Drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit to see the Monte Carlo Casino before returning along one of the ‘Corniche’ roads to Nice. The rest of the day is yours to spend on the beach, shop in the elegant boutiques or sample the excellent cuisine at one of the seaside restaurants. (BB)

DAY 9 – SUN – OLD TOWN OF NICE

This morning visit Old Nice with its colourful farmers market displaying fresh produce and perfumed flowers. Then time to wander through the old town and soak up the atmosphere. The rest of the day is at leisure with time to stroll along the Promenade des Anglais or to join a game of pétanque, a great favourite with the locals. (BB)

DAY 10 – MON – COTE D’AZUR AT LEISURE

Easy pace on the French Riviera means more free time to relax or explore as you wish. Ask your Tour Director about optional tours to the nearby hill-top villages or fashionable Cannes. Or perhaps visit the magnificent villa of the Baroness Rothschild, situated on Cap Ferrat? Tonight, join your new-found friends for a farewell dinner of local Nicoise dishes. (BB,HD)

DAY 11 – TUE – NICE

The tour ends after breakfast with a transfer to Nice Airport at 06.15 & 09.00 hours. (BB)

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