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A visit to the remarkable Palace and Gardens of Versailles is sure to delight. The principal residence of the French kings from the time of Louis XIV to Louis XVI, it is nothing short of spectacular. Other tour highlights are a stop at Pont du Gard to admire the largest remaining Roman aqueduct in France; walking tours in Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, and Nice; and a special welcome dinner in Paris, as well as a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Èze to try some local specialties. These are just some of the many highlights included on this wonderful escorted tour of France. Don’t miss this marvelous vacation offered at a price that screams, “Let’s go!”
Highlights
VERSAILLES Guided [LF] visit of the palace and gardens
DIJON Orientation
PONT DU GARD Take pictures of the Roman aqueduct
AVIGNON Walking tour, take pictures of the Palace of the Popes
AIX–EN–PROVENCE Walking tour; [LF] Café au lait and calissons
NICE Walking tour of the Old Town
ÈZE Visit a perfume factory; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner
ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE.
Day1
Welcome to Paris! At 5:30 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions, and leave the hotel for a welcome dinner at one of Paris’ lively restaurants.(D)
PARIS
Day2
Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and a SEINE CRUISE with spectacular views of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. To make the most of your stay, a selection of optional excursions is available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS–DIJON.
Day3
This morning visit LF the impressive PALACE AND GARDENS OF VERSAILLES, built by the “Sun King,” Louis XIV. Then, continue to Dijon, capital of Burgundy. Walk along the Rue des Forges and see the Ducal Palace, the renaissance Tower of Philip the Good, and look out for Dijon’s symbolic owl at the Church of Notre Dame.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
DIJON–PONT DU GARD–AVIGNON.
Day4
Stop at Pont du Gard and marvel at the largest remaining Roman aqueduct in France, a monumental feat of engineering completed in the year 19 BC. Continue to Avignon, a town on the Rhône River which became the residence of the popes in the 14th century. During your walking tour, take pictures of the magnificent Palace of the Popes and the famous bridge. Browse the colorful shops that sell traditional products made in Provence, like cloth, honey, herbs, and nougat candy.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
AVIGNON–AIX-EN-PROVENCE–NICE.
Day5
Drive to Aix-en-Provence, one of France’s most elegant cities. It was the birthplace of painter Cézanne, and has always attracted artists from around the world. Explore its center and wander through the maze of small streets and along Cours Mirabeau. You will also be treated to a LF café au lait with calissons (a traditional French confectionery). Arrive in Nice, “Queen of the Riviera.” An exciting optional excursion to Monte Carlo is available.(B)
NICE. EXCURISION TO ÈZE.
Day6
Follow your Tour Director for a walk through the OLD TOWN of Nice, and enjoy some free time on your own. In the afternoon, visit the famous Fragonard PERFUME FACTORY in Èze, before celebrating the success of your French Escape with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
NICE
Day7
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Hotels listed may occasionally be substituted with alternate hotels of equivalent standard.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Paris Marriott Rive Gauche
Superior First-Class
Located on the Left Bank near to the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Pres. The warmly decorated air-conditioned rooms have a minifridge, tea and coffee maker, and free Wi-Fi. There is a restaurant, bar / lounge the serves traditional French cuisine, coffee and cocktails. Other amenities include a gym.
Location
17, Blvd St.Jacques, Paris, France
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Ice Machine
- Beauty Salon
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Voicemail
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Television
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Internet Access
Oceania Le Jura
First-Class
Located in the heart of Dijon with a peaceful rear garden. This hotel offers Free Wi-Fi access throughout and a selection of Burgandy beers and wines can be enjoyed in the intimate setting of the hotel bar.
Location
14 Av. Maréchal Foch, Dijon, France
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Hot Tub
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- ATM
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Newspaper
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Daily Housekeeping
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
Avignon Grand Hotel
First-Class
Overlooking the 14th century city walls of the medieval city, close to the famous Pont d'Avignon and the Palais des Papes, this modern property has 106 rooms with a stunning views. Its restaurant overlooking a courtyard surrounded by historic buildings and beautiful plane trees offers French and international cuisine. A swimming pool on the roof terrace and a bar are also available. Free WiFi internet access throughout the hotel.
Location
34 Boulevard Saint Roch, Avignon, France
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Room Service
- Coffee Maker
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
Aston La Scala
First-Class
This 7-story hotel features 150 guestrooms and a rooftop terrace with seasonal swimming pool and amazing views over Nice. The chic L'Horloge Restaurant serves tasty local specialties prepared by Chef Julien Perrier; while the 7th-floor 7 Blue Bar is the perfect place to relax with a cocktail. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas.
Location
12, Avenue Felix-Faure, Nice, France
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
- Wake-Up Calls
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Pay Movies
Ellington
First-Class
This charming 110 room boutique property has an air of casual refinement with architecture from the 1920's. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel. Breakfast can be enjoyed on the sunny terrace of the outdoor inner garden and evenings can be spent relaxing in the jazzy atmosphere of the lounge bar.
Location
25 Blvd.Dubouchage, Nice, France
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Ice Machine
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- Room Service
- Coffee Maker
- Window Opens
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
