Day 1:ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE Welcome to Paris! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2:PARIS J 'adore Paris Wake up in Paris with a free morning to explore on your own or join an exciting optional excursion. This afternoon, join an included guided walk to discover one of Paris ' iconic quarters.Later, enjoy [LF] a dinner cruise on the Seine, served with incredible sights of the city.* (B,D)* For operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded.
LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES As the song goes, we love Paris in the springtime; we love Paris in the fall - but no matter the season, we fall in love anytime we visit the most romantic city in the world. What better way to complete your visit to Paris than with a dinner cruise along the Seine. Gaze at the City of Light from your ship, while indulging in French fare and wine. Bon Appetit!Day 3:PARIS-NANTES Voyages Extraordinaires Bid au revoir to Paris and drive to Nantes, situated on the Loire River. Join your Local Guide for a walking tour which includes sights of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Ile Feydeau, Place Royale, and Passage Pommeraye. Free time this evening to explore more of the city and perhaps try some of the seafood specialties for dinner. (B)239 mi / 385 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY LIVES The once busy port of Nantes influenced the young Jules Verne, who was born and raised there, to become attracted to the sea and travel. His books about voyage and exploration are translated all over the world and has led him to often be regarded as the “Father of sci-fi.” In Nantes he is said to be one of the inspirations for “Les Machines de l 'Ile” project that includes a “Marine Worlds Carousel” and a 12-meter high, mechanical “Great Elephant” that walks around the exhibition area carrying passengers.Day 4:NANTES-COGNAC-BORDEAUX Local Spirit En-route to Bordeaux, stop in Cognac for a [LF] guided visit of the Chateau Royale du Cognac and cognac tasting. Continue to Bordeaux, known as a City of Art and History, but more famously recognized as the Global Capital of Wine, producing around 960 million bottles of wine each year! This evening free time to start discovering the city. (B) 242 mi / 390 km
LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES The Dutch started to distill French wines into brandy in the 16th century as a means of preserving their much-treasured purchases for the journey back home. During your visit of the Chateau Royale discover the history of its inhabitants and the origins of Cognac. Then raise your glass to discover why it is worth all the effort.Day 5:BORDEAUX Spend your day your way in Bordeaux Explore more of Bordeaux with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions. (B)
Day 6:BORDEAUX-CARCASSONNE Medieval Battle Sites Today journey south to reach Carcassonne, a fortified city that doesn 't fail to impress! Take an orientation walk by the ancient battlements. Enjoy free time to explore this delightful medieval town, browse the inviting stores, and discover the local products. (B,D) 211 mi / 340 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Visit the ancient city of Carcassonne and see its pre-Roman settlement complete with medieval castle and dramatic defensive walls, called the finest remains of medieval fortifications in Europe by the UNESCO World Heritage Convention. Stunning!Day 7:CARCASSONNE-NIMES-LE BAUX DE PROVENCE-MARSEILLE Roman Influences First encounter today with the warm and colorful region of Provence. Stop in Nimes, once a Roman stronghold, and enjoy an orientation walk to admire the Roman Amphitheater and the Maison Carrée, an ancient Roman Temple. Continue to Le Baux de Provence to visit an authentic local Olive Oil Mill and sample the oil during a tasting. Reach Marseilles, a vivacious city on the Mediterranean Sea. Free time this evening, why not try some of the local specialties for dinner? (B) 217 mi / 350 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT LOCAL TASTES One of the Mediterranean 's most appreciated and treasured products, olive oil, often referred to as “green gold”, dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as the Romans. The olive oil produced at the mill in Le Baux de Provence has a real local taste, being produced solely from the olives harvested in the surrounding area.Day 8:MARSEILLES Musical Marches Join your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour of Marseilles, featuring a walk in the city 's oldest district - Le Panier, a visit to the Cathedral La Major and the old port, and a scenic drive along the panoramic waterfront road. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the old port area. This afternoon and evening are yours to continue exploring more of the city. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTICONIC FOOTSTEPS This bustling seaport city is a melting pot of cultures. Founded by the Greeks around 600 BC, and continuously inhabited since then, it is the oldest city in France. The city 's population actively supported the French Revolution, and when 500 volunteers marched on Paris to defend the Revolutionary Government, the song they sung en-route became known as “La Marseillaise,” it was later adopted as the French National Anthem.Day 9:MARSEILLE-AIX-EN-PROVENCE-NICE Beautiful Boulevards This morning, visit the elegant city of Aix-en-Provence. See the fashionable Cours Mirabeau during an orientation walk of the city. During your free time, why not sample one of the city 's most famous products, the delicious calisson pastries. Continue to Nice, the iconic seaside resort on the Côte d'Azur. An evening at leisure for independent exploration or join a sensational optional excursion to Monte Carlo. (B)149 mi / 240 km
ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Take advantage of an optional excursion to the Principality of Monaco. Wine and dine in Monte Carlo the glamorous millionaires ' playground. See the Royal Palace and Cathedral as you discover the Old Town. Try your luck at the famous Grand Casino or sit in a local café and watch the world go by. Day 10:NICE La belle This morning, follow your Local Guide for a walking tour through the old town, characterized by narrow cobbled streets, charming squares, and Baroque churches. Free time in the afternoon for a spot of last-minute sightseeing or shopping. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT One of Nice 's most iconic symbols is “Le Chaise Bleu,” the blue chairs that are dotted along the Promenade des Anglais, one of France 's most famous boulevards. They provide inspiration for local artists, a source of relaxation for the locals and taking a photo sat on one is considered “a must do” for visitors - so take a seat and admire the stunning views of the bay.Day 11:NICE Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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