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Ultimate France
Tour Description:
Frolic in France and Monaco on this 14-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. Savor the 18th-century elegance of Château de Fonscolombe in the heart of Provence in a 3-night luxurious stay. In Paris, admire the glittering Eiffel Towel and the majestic Arc de Triomphe.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 03 May 26 — Saturday 16 May 26 | Starting at $12,025 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 17 May 26 — Saturday 30 May 26 | Starting at $12,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 14 Jun 26 — Saturday 27 Jun 26 | Starting at $12,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 21 Jun 26 — Saturday 04 Jul 26 | Starting at $12,095 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 19 Jul 26 — Saturday 01 Aug 26 | Starting at $12,675 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 26 Jul 26 — Saturday 08 Aug 26 | Starting at $12,675 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 09 Aug 26 — Saturday 22 Aug 26 | Starting at $12,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 23 Aug 26 — Saturday 05 Sep 26 | Starting at $12,725 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 06 Sep 26 — Saturday 19 Sep 26 | Starting at $12,725 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 13 Sep 26 — Saturday 26 Sep 26 | Starting at $12,275 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingDestination Highlights:
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
Included at all hotels.
Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
Included at all hotels.
Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYWelcome to the French Riviera
Transfer to your hotel before dining waterside at Fontvieille marina. See the Belle Epoque casino and enjoy an evening drive along the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.
Nice Sightseeing Relaxed Start
In Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, join a Local Expert touring the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Continue to Nice where joining a Local Expert on a walk through the streets of Old Nice viewing the opera house, admire the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral and maybe taste some socca at the colorful food market on the Cours Saleya.
Star-studded St. Tropez
Step into the glamour of the French Riviera. Cruise into St. Tropez, and with a Local Expert, taste the local Tarte Tropézienne at the bakery where it was originally created.
Aix-en-Provence Relaxed Start
Cultural and gastronomic highlights await in Aix-en-Provence. Stroll the Old Town’s winding streets with your Local Expert and follow in Cézanne’s footsteps along Cours Mirabeau. Curate your visit at Château La Coste, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience sampling organic wines and exploring the striking wine cellar, or wander the open-air installations with a Local Expert.
Calanques National Park Relaxed Start
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and unwind at your boutique hotel, perhaps with a stroll through the Château gardens or a relaxing moment by the pool. Travel through traditional French hilltop villages en route to Cassis, where you will board your private cruise through the Calanques National Park. Sail past towering reddish-brown limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, narrow fjord-like inlets, and secluded beaches. This evening, indulge in a three-course dinner at the charming Chez Gilbert.
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Visit the village of Lourmarin. Take a seat in your vintage Citroen 2CV and embark on a chauffeured drive arriving at the Domaine de la Citadelle winery.
Les Baux Relaxed Start
Visit the renowned Pont du Gard, a well-preserved Roman aqueduct. Observe how this three-level, 900-footlong bridge was built out of soft yellow limestone blocks from a nearby quarry. Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by leafy platanes. Continue through the Alpilles National Park to the village of Les Baux-de-Provence.
Arles and Carcassonne Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Journey on to the fortified city of Carcassonne, one of the largest surviving medieval walled cities in Europe. Explore Van Gogh's town of Arles and visit the Roman Amphitheater with a Local Expert. Journey through Camargue to your hotel in Carcassonne in the heart of the city.
Carcassonne and the Languedoc Region Relaxed Start
Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Trésor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class and an exquisite lunch accompanied by local wine.
Bordeaux
Begin your day in the charming town of St. Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful villages in France. Enjoy lunch and a leisurely exploration before continuing to the enchanting city of Bordeaux, an elegant 18th-century jewel on the banks of the Garonne.
Bordeaux Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Learn about the 18th-century architecture of Vieux Bordeaux with a Local Expert. Or set off on a leisurely bike ride around the Garonne River before ending at the picturesque Jardin Public.
Travel to Paris Relaxed Start
After a leisurely breakfast, board your high-speed train that whisks you through the French countryside to Paris, the most romantic city in the world. Enjoy a light lunch in the Montparnasse district before setting off to see the landmark sights of the capital city including Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy an evening at leisure in this dazzling city.
Paris Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Join a Local Expert to discover the artists of Montmartre or explore the hidden squares and galleries of Paris. Tonight, the climax of your French trip will be a celebration dinner on the glittering Eiffel Tower: a chance to bid a fond farewell to your fellow travelers and this wonderful city.
Depart Paris
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
