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Discover the rich
culture and scenic beauty that have inspired some of the
most famous French Impressionist painters. On this
special vacation, you’ll stay 3 nights each in Paris,
Provence, and Nice, enjoying the historic sites,
legendary landmarks and splendid scenery. In Paris, it’s
an evening you won’t forget when you dine in the Eiffel
Tower, take a romantic evening cruise on the Seine
River, and see famous sites like the Arc de Triomphe and
Notre Dame Cathedral. You’ll visit the Palace of
Versailles, home to Louis XIV, and in Giverny, you’ll
tour Monet’s famous garden. In Provence, the towns of
Avignon, St. Remy-de-Provence, and Aix-en-Provence
provide some of the famous settings for noted paintings
by Van Gogh and Cézanne. A walking tour, “In the
Footsteps of Cézanne,” will introduce you to the Old
Town. On the French Riviera, highlights include the
popular resort towns of St. Tropez, Cannes and Nice. A
panoramic sightseeing tour of Monaco features the
13th-century Prince’s Palace, Casino of Monte Carlo and
the Cathedral of Monaco. You’ll learn the secrets of
perfume making in nearby Grasse, and visit the quaint
village of St. Paul de Vence, home to many past and
present artists.
- Enjoy a perfectly paced
tour, with three-night stays in Paris, Provence and Nice.
- In Paris, enjoy a special
tour of the Orsay Museum, showcasing its Impressionist
collection.
- Zip from Paris to Provence in style aboard
the high speed TGV train.
- Visit the glamorous resort area of St. Tropez.
- Experience the wonderful fragrances during
a morning stroll through Nice's open air flower market.
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1: Overnight Flight
Bask in the rich culture and romance of fascinating
France. On this special tour, you will explore fabulous
Paris, picturesque Provence, and the fun-filled French
Riviera. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to
Paris.
Day 2: Paris, France
Your tour begins in the magnificent capital city of
Paris. Relax during an afternoon at leisure in the "City
of Light." This evening, rise high above Paris as you
meet your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner
inside the Eiffel Tower. Your day ends perfectly with a
romantic Seine River cruise against a backdrop of
Paris's glittering skyline. (D)
Day 3: Paris
A panoramic tour of Paris features the breathtaking
architecture of the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame
Cathedral, the historic Place de la Concorde, Place
Vendome and the Champs-Elysees. This afternoon you visit
the Orsay Museum with its magnificent French
Impressionist art collection. (B)
Day 4: Paris - Versailles - Giverny - Paris
Begin your day with a guided visit of Louis XIV's
magnificent Palace of Versailles. Claude Monet's famous
painting "Waterlilies" comes to life with a visit to the
artist's lovely home and palatial gardens in Giverny.
This evening you are invited to the Left Bank for a
fabulous cabaret dinner show at Paradis Latin, Paris'
oldest cabaret theatre. (B, D)
Day 5: Paris - TGV Train - Avignon
Journey to the papal city of Avignon aboard the high
speed TGV Train. A delightful walking tour of Avignon
explores the town's hidden treasures, including a visit
to the Papal Palace. Your day ends with a sumptuous
dinner and fine French wine at a wonderful Avignon
restaurant. (B, D)
Day 6: Avignon- Aix-en-Provence - Avignon
Today you will travel to Aix-en-Provence where you will
embark on a walking tour, "in the footsteps of Cezanne,"
featuring the markets and monuments of the old city.
This afternoon, visit the famed vineyards of Provence,
and enjoy a tour and tasting at a local winery. (B)
Day 7: Avignon - St. Remy-de-Provence - Les Baux de
Provence - Avignon
A delightful day of sightseeing awaits as you explore
the charming towns and countryside of Provence,
including historic Arles and charming Les
Baux-de-Provence. Visit the historic Roman monuments of
St. Remy-de-Provence before returning to Avignon. (B, D)
Day 8: Avignon - St. Tropez - Cannes - Nice
Today you journey to St. Tropez, a popular resort
frequented by artists and movie stars. Enjoy time to
explore this playground of the rich and famous. After a
stop in Cannes, it's off to Nice, situated on the
glittering shores of Cote d'Azur. (B, D)
Day 9: Nice - Monaco - Nice
The scent of fragrant flowers fills the air as you enjoy
a morning stroll through the local Flower Market. Next,
see Place Massena, the town's center of activity, and
the lively seafront Promenade des Anglais. Then it's off
to the Principality of Monaco, the glittering gem of the
Riviera, where luxury and splendor abound. A panoramic
tour highlights the famous Casino of Monte Carlo, 13th
century Prince's Palace, and the Cathedral of Monaco,
where Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace are buried.
(B)
Day 10: Nice - Grasse - St. Paul de Vence - Nice
Travel to Grasse and learn the secrets of perfume making
when visiting a famous perfumerie. You then continue to
the quaint village of St. Paul de Vence, situated atop
the mountains overlooking the Mediterranean coast. This
evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a very popular Nice
restaurant. (B, D)
Day 11: Nice - Tour Ends
(B)
Stay another night - Add a pre night stay in Paris or a
post night stay in Nice. Prices start at $130 per person,
double..
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Uniquely For You
Dinner in the Eiffel Tower |
It's
an evening you will not soon forget, as
you dine inside one of the most famous
landmarks - Paris Eiffel Tower. Each
year, more than six million visitors
travel to the French capital to catch a
glimpse of the 1,000 tons of painted
iron that tower more than 1,00 feet into
the sky. As a guest of Collette
Vacations, you'll go one step
further.....
Travel up to the tower's first level and
enter "Altitude 95," a lovely restaurant
located nearly 200 feet off the ground.
You'll feel as of your hovering over the
City of Light. Large, panoramic windows
offer a view of the city below as
millions of lights twinkle in the
distance. Gaze out over the river Seine
and behold a marvelous view of a nearby
Trocadero. Delicious regional cuisine
and wine will only add to the evening's
splendor, creating the Eiffel Tower
Experience. |
Base Rates Per Person
| Departure Date |
Tour Rate – Twin |
Tour and Air Rate |
| Apr 20 2006 |
$2639 |
$3169 from NYC |
| May 04 2006 |
$2699 |
$3289 from NYC |
| Jul 06 2006 |
$2549 |
$3429 from NYC |
| Sep 07 2006 |
$2699 |
$3579 from NYC |
| Oct 12 2006 |
$2699 |
$3289 from NYC |
| Mar 22 2007 |
$2399 |
$2829 from NYC |
*Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a
specific gateway based on twin occupancy and are subject to change. Rates do not
include inter-air flights. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates.
Tours departing BEFORE 4/30/06 may follow a different itinerary than what is
listed here. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. For
tours that feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in the prices above.
Additional tour dates
may be available, please call us for information.
11 days, 15 meals
9 Buffet Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Day 2 - 4 - Hotel Concorde St. Lazare, Paris
Day 5 - 7 - Grand Hotel, Avignon
Day 8 - 10 - Plaza Hotel, Nice
On
some dates alternate hotels may be used.
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