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From its vibrant cities and charming, smaller towns to the beautiful countryside and sumptuous cuisine, France has it all. On this French Sampler tour, get a sample of what France has to offer with overnights in Paris, Beaune, Aix-en-Provence, and Monte Carlo, Monaco.
Highlights of this French tour include guided sightseeing of Paris with a visit to the impressive courtyard of Les Invalides and a visit to the remarkable Palace and Gardens of Versailles - the principal residence of the French kings from the time of Louis XIV to Louis XVI is nothing short of spectacular. Other tour highlights are walking tours through Avignon to see the Palace of the Popes and through the maze of small streets to the market square of Aix-en-Provence.
On this French tour, Globus has also included some out-of-the-ordinary experiences. Enjoy wine tasting in Beaune, capital of the Burgundy region; taste the local pastis during a visit to the picturesque hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence, and in Èze, create your own fragrance at a famous perfume factory.
These are just some of the many highlights included on this marvelous tour traveling through France and ending in Monte Carlo, Monaco. It's a marvelous vacation experience!
Please note: Please note: 2021 itinerary is based on 2020 and is subject to change, but by booking today you will lock in your price. Full details will be confirmed in September 2020.
Highlights
PARIS
Welcome dinner at a local restaurant, orientation drive, guided sightseeing, visit the courtyard of Les Invalides
VERSAILLES Visit the palace and gardens
BEAUNE Burgundy wine tasting at Marché aux Vins wine cellar, visit Hôtel-Dieu
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
ST. PAUL DE VENCE Walking tour, enjoy a glass of pastis
ÈZE Visit a perfume factory and create your own fragrance
MONTE CARLOFarewell dinner at a local restaurant
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Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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, followed by an orientation drive.
Meals included:
- Dinner
PARIS
Day2
Sightseeing with a Local Guide features Paris’ main sights like the Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Louvre, Champs-Elysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Visit the impressive COURTYARD of Les Invalides, a complex of buildings, originally built as a home and hospital for war veterans, which houses various museums as well as the Dome Church, burial place of Napoleon. To make the most of your stay, optional excursions are available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS–VERSAILLES–BEAUNE
Day3
A short drive brings you to Versailles, where a guided visit to the impressive PALACE AND GARDENS has been included. Continue along the Route du Soleil and take in views of châteaux before entering the Burgundy vineyards. Arrive in Beaune, wine capital of the region, and enjoy a LF WINE TASTING at the renowned Marché aux Vins wine cellar. Time to stroll around in this quaint town. See Notre Dame Baslica and visit the famous HÔTEL-DIEU, which was originally built as a hospital for the poor.
Today’s Distance: 205 mi / 330 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BEAUNE–PONT DU GARD–AVIGNON–AIX-EN-PROVENCE
Day4
Leave Burgundy and enter Provence. At Pont du Gard, marvel at the largest remaining Roman aqueduct in France, a monumental feat of engineering completed in 19 BC. Avignon, a walled town on the Rhône River, 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, and browse through the colorful shops that sell traditional products made in Provence, like cloth, honey, herbs, and nougat candy. Next is the pleasant town of Aix-en-Provence.
Today’s Distance: 292 mi / 470 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
AIX-EN-PROVENCE
Day5
Aix-en-Provence is one of France’s most elegant cities; it was the birthplace of painter Cézanne, and has always attracted artists from around the world. Join your Tour Director for a pleasant walk to the market square. Wander through the maze of small streets and along shaded Cours Mirabeau. Balance of the day is at leisure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
AIX-EN-PROVENCE–ST. PAUL DE VENCE–MONTE CARLO, MONACO
Day6
Visit LF the picturesque hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence, one of the oldest medieval towns on the French Riviera. Marvel at the many art galleries and little shops, and try out a glass of the local pastis. Then, turn to the glittering Mediterranean Sea and arrive in the tiny Principality of Monaco, built on a rocky peninsula and famed for its nightlife. Later, join an optional excursion to see the palace and royal church of Monaco town, have dinner, and try your luck at the Monte Carlo casino.
Today’s Distance: 137 mi / 220 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MONTE CARLO. EXCURSION TO ÈZE, FRANCE
Day7
Enjoy a morning at leisure to dabble in the blue Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon, a scenic drive with spectacular views brings you to Èze, where a unique highlight awaits: visit the famous Fragonard perfume factory and LF CREATE YOUR OWN FRAGRANCE, followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant to celebrate the success of your trip.
Today’s Distance: 31 mi / 50 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MONTE CARLO
Day8
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. The nearest airport is Nice.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
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
Najeti Hotel de la Poste
Superior First-Class
This former 17th century post house has 36 bedrooms, including 4 suites. Facilities include 2 restaurants, all day bar and a pool room. Meeting rooms available.
Location
1-5 Blvd. Clemenceau, Beaune, France
Hotel Facilities
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Safe
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
Grand Hotel Roi René
Superior First-Class
This inviting 134 room boutique property is built in a courtyard style around the swimming pool and garden terrace. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel. A beautiful seasonal outdoor swimming pool and terrace offer the perfect place to relax and unwind. The hotel restaurant serves traditional southern French cuisine which can also be savored on the outdoor terrace and the hotel bar offers a good choice of snacks and drinks.
Location
24 Boulevard Du Roi Rene, Aix-En-Provence, France
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Pool
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Room Service
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
Marriott Riviera La Porte de Monaco
Superior First-Class
Mediterranean and contemporary style in bar, lobby. Nautical style for rooms - Border of Monaco.
Location
Port De Cap D'ail, Cap D'ail, France
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Coffee Maker
- Phone
- Voicemail
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Television
