Ultimate Southern France with Paris Extension
Ultimate Southern France with Paris Extension
Ultimate Southern France with Paris Extension
14 Days Starting in Nice, France and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Monte Carlo, Nice, Saint-Tropez, Gémenos, Marseille, Cassis, Lourmarin, Nîmes, Les Baux-de-Provence, Carcassonne, Albi, Bordeaux, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
G726N19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
18 - 22
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
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Tour Overview
Frolic in France and Monaco on this 15-day guided tour. In spectacular Saint-Tropez, a Local Expert will guide you along the coastal town’s ancient walls for stunning views of the sea below. See three architecture styles beautifully combine at the Aix-en-Provence Cathedral. Slide into the passenger’s seat of a vintage car for a drive through the countryside, then sip on wine at a countryside winery. Watch as lights dance across a limestone quarry at the Carrières de Lumières show. In Avignon, feast on French food at the Michelin-starred La Vieille Fontaine. In Paris, take your two-day museum pass to the city’s most incredible sights, including the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To The French Riviera
Location: Monte Carlo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Fairmont Monte Carlo.
Meals Included: Dinner
Your France luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your hotel in Monte Carlo. Dine waterside at Fontvieille marina before winding along the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit to the Grimaldi Palace.
Day 2 : Nice Sightseeing
Location: Nice, Monte Carlo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Fairmont Monte Carlo.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore the opulent Villa and gardens of Ephrussi de Rothschild, home to over 5,000 art objects. Join a Local Expert and uncover the stories of Old Nice.
Day 3 : Star-Studded St. Tropez
Location: Monte Carlo, Saint-Tropez, Gémenos
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Step into the glamour of St. Tropez, discover the ancient walls, medieval towers and taste Tarte Tropézienne at the bakery where it was created. Arrive at your hotel, the 18th-century La Magdeleine – Mathias Dandine. Dine at a Michelin Star restaurant this evening accompanied by a private concert.
Day 4 : Aix-En-Provence Relaxed Start
Location: Gémenos
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Follow the footsteps of Paul Cézanne along the Old Town and tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau. Join a professional chef learning to make a classical French dessert then sample Château La Coste’s organic wines and visit their wine cellar or walk among the winery’s art installations.
Day 5 : Calanques National Park Relaxed Start
Location: Gémenos, Marseille, Cassis, Gémenos
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Indulge in a morning of relaxation at your boutique hotel. In the afternoon, venture to the small town of Cassis for a private cruise of the Calanques National Park before enjoying a seafood dinner.
Day 6 : French Icons Relaxed Start
Location: Gémenos, Lourmarin, Nîmes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Maison Albar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Browse Lourmarin’s market before enjoying a chauffeured drive in a vintage Citroen 2CV through the Provençal countryside. Arriving at the acclaimed Domaine de la Citadelle winery, explore the grounds and linger over a gourmet picnic and wine before arriving in Nimes.
Day 7 : Les Baux And Arles
Location: Nîmes, Les Baux-de-Provence, Nîmes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Maison Albar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Begin the day with a visit of the Pont du Gard, an exceptionally well-preserved Roman aqueduct. As you stand before this technical and artistic masterpiece, observe how this three-level, 900-foot-long bridge was built out of soft yellow limestone blocks from a nearby quarry along the river. Awaken your senses at Carrières de Lumières. Discover Arles’ first century Roman Amphitheater before concluding your day in Avignon with dinner at your hotel.
Day 8 : Carcassonne And The Languedoc Region Relaxed Start
Location: Carcassonne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery Carcassonne.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Cruise along the Canal du Midi. Meander beneath a cathedral of trees through ancient villages, the vineyards of the Languedoc wine region and Roman fortifications. In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional French cooking class with Michelin Starred Chef, followed by an evening at leisure having eaten your own cooked delicacies!
Day 9 : Bordeaux Sightseeing
Location: Albi, Bordeaux
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Le Grand Bordeaux.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Learn about the 18th-century architecture of Vieux Bordeaux. Or, set off on a leisurely bike ride around the Garonne River passing the Chartrons district before ending at the picturesque Jardin Public.
Day 10 : Bordeaux And St. Émilion Relaxed Start
Location: Bordeaux
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Le Grand Bordeaux.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a stroll through Bordeaux before exploring St. Émilion, the oldest active wine-producing appellation in Bordeaux. Dinner at the historic Château du Ferrand marks a spectacular end to your Monte Carlo to Bordeaux luxury tour.
Day 11 : Travel To Paris
Location: Bordeaux, Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel du Louvre Paris.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Board the high-speed TGV and enjoy the comfort of 1st class as you travel to the French capital of Paris. You are met by your Luxury Gold host and transferred to your hotel right next to the world-famous Musée du Louvre.
Day 12 : Paris Sightseeing
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel du Louvre Paris.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meet your Local Expert for a tour of the city’s sights. See the Ile de la Cité where Paris was founded, the Arc de Triomphe echoing Napoleon’s military might and the iconic Eiffel Tower. Stroll along the Seine or sit in a café and watch the world go by. With your included Museum Pass you can spend time exploring the Louvre, the Musée D’Orsay or visit the neo-classical Pantheon, the temple of the French nation.
Day 13 : Paris At Your Leisure
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel du Louvre Paris.
Meals Included: Breakfast
As you continue your exploration venture into different Parisian neighborhoods and discover the bohemian charm of Montmartre, the lively Latin Quarter or browse the high-end shops around the Champs-Élysées. Continue taking advantage of your Museum Pass or simply step right outside your hotel for the celebrated Louvre Museum and adjacent Tuileries Gardens.
Day 14 : Depart Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your wonderful stay concludes with private transfers to the airport after breakfast.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in itinerary.
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Additional Services
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary, available on departures with 15 or more guests.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travelers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.
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Fully Guided
You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
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Meals
As detailed in itinerary.
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travelers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Ensure you have a valid passport for all the countries you will visit or travel through; many countries require your passport to be valid for a longer period than the length of your stay (usually a minimum of 6 months), so check what applies to your itinerary. You might also need to obtain visas (depending on your nationality). Talk to your Embassy if you are unclear about what documentation you require. It is a good idea to have copies of your passport details, insurance policy, visas and credit card numbers, keeping them separate from the originals and perhaps leaving an additional copy with someone at home.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking tour guide on this tour.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in itinerary.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Each guest can bring a single bag measuring no more than 77.5cm (30.5in) x 56cm (22in) x 32cm (12.5in) and weight not exceeding 50 lbs. (23kg). You can also bring one hand luggage bag that is no bigger than 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Hand luggage cannot have wheels or a telescopic handle. If you wish to bring a second item of luggage, please request this at time of booking. Additional charges will apply.
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What is the tipping policy?
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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What is the maximum group size?
A max size of group is 22 guests.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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Low Deposit
Luxury Gold requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of luxury gold charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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