Duration: 8 Days
Starting From: $1599
Anyone familiar with the French knows they’ve perfected the art de vivre (the art of living) but, for those that don’t know, they’ll just have to see on this tour. Check out the highlights of Paris, like the Louvre, Sacré-Coeur Basilica, and the Eiffel Tower. Then visit the famed wine region of Burgundy, where medieval villages and rolling countryside show a different side of French living. Head to Provence to relax seaside on the French Riviera. Live like the French, and enjoy every minute of it.
Day 1. Arrive in Paris at any time. We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city. Optional Activities: Luxembourg Garden Visit, Walk Along the Seine River, Eiffel Tower Visit, The Louvre Visit, Musee d’Orsay Visit, Musee Rodin Visit, Sacre Coeur Visit, Palace of Versailles Visit, Monet’s Giverny Gardens, Moulin Rouge Dinner & Show, Napoleon’s Tomb – Les Invalides Army Museum.
Day 2. After an orientation walk, spend the rest of the day exploring dozens of museums, patisserie shops, sidewalk cafés or grand boulevards. Optional Activities: The Louvre Visit, Musee d’Orsay Visit, Sacre Coeur Visit, Champs-Elysees Visit, Eiffel Tower Visit, Musee Rodin Visit, Palace of Versailles, Monet’s Giverny Gardens, Moulin Rouge Dinner & Show, Napoleon’s Tomb.
Exclusive Inclusions: Carte Blanche
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3. Travel to Beaune and enjoy an included local wine tasting. Wander the town, shop, eat and, opt to visit the famous Hospices. Optional Activities: Hospices de Beaune Visit, Burgundy Wine Cellars Visit, Beaune Bike Rental, Dijon Day Trip.
Exclusive Inclusions: Hands-On Burgundy Wine Tasting
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4. With free time opt for a trip to nearby Dijon or visit the famous Hospices de Beaune. For a little more activity, head out into the countryside by bike or on foot to visit the vineyards. Optional Activities: Beaune Bike Rental, Dijon Day Trip, Hospices de Beaune Visit.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5. Travel south to Avignon in the heart of the Provence region. Visit the Palais des Papes and Pont St Benezet in this enchanting city. Optional Activities: Pont du Gard Day Trip, Chateau des Baux Medieval Castle, Lavender Tour, Chateaunef-du-Pape Visit, Orange Visit, Pont Saint-Benezet, Palais des Papes Visit.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6. Enjoy a free day to explore this Provençal town, known as one of the most beautiful in the region, or go further afield. Nearby options include the Pont du Gard, the town of Orange, or the wine region of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Optional Activities: Pont du Gard Day Trip, Chateau des Baux Medieval Castle, Lavender Tour, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Visit, Orange Visit, Pont Saint-Benezet, Palais des Papres Visit.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7. Travel to the charming Riviera town of Nice. Soak in the sparkling blue waters and explore the charming streets of the old town center. Optional Activities: Vieux Nice Visit, Promenade des Anglais, Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art, Matisse Museum, Cathedral of Sainte Reparate, Day Trip to St. Paul de Vence.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 8. Depart at any time. Optional Activities: Vieux Nice Visit, Promenade des Anglais, Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art, Matisse Museum, Day Trip to St. Paul de Vence.
Meals included: Breakfast
- Hands-On: Burgundy Wine Tasting, Beaune
- Orientation walk in Paris
- Free time to explore Paris
- Local wine tasting in Beaune
- Free time to explore Burgundy
- Visit Pope’s Palace and Pont Saint-Bénézet
- Free time to explore the French Riviera
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
- Hotels (7 nights).
Meals
- 7 breakfasts
- Allow USD295-385 for meals not included.