France Magnifique

An 11-Day Collette Tours tour starting from $2,649

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Tour Length: 11 Days
Countries Visited: France
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Tour Category: Escorted Tour
Tour Operator: Collette Tours
Tour Code: 3496
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Bask in the rich culture and romance of fascinating France on a tour that explores captivating Paris, picturesque Provence, and the fun-filled French Riviera. Follow the Cézanne Trail in Aix-en-Provence; enjoy a tour of the glittering gem of the Riviera, Monaco; and sip wine during your tour of a well-known winery in Vouvray. Exciting experiences like a high speed train ride through the French countryside and dinner and show at the Paradis Latin, where the famous French CanCan originated, bring to life the joie de vivre of this fabulous country.5475Bask in the rich culture and romance of fascinating France on a tour that explores captivating Paris, picturesque Provence, and the fun-filled French Riviera. Follow the Cézanne Trail in Aix-en-Provence; enjoy a tour of the glittering gem of the Riviera, Monaco; and sip wine during your tour of a well-known winery in Vouvray. Exciting experiences like a high speed train ride through the French countryside and dinner and show at the Paradis Latin, where the famous French CanCan originated, bring to life the joie de vivre of this fabulous country.

 
br />Bask in the rich culture and romance of fascinating France on a tour that explores captivating Paris, picturesque Provence, and the fun-filled French Riviera. Follow the Cézanne Trail in Aix-en-Provence; enjoy a tour of the glittering gem of the Riviera, Monaco; and sip wine during your tour of a well-known winery in Vouvray. Exciting experiences like a high speed train ride through the French countryside and dinner and show at the Paradis Latin, where the famous French CanCan originated, bring to life the joie de vivre of this fabulous country.
 

Day 1: Overnight Flight


Day 2: Arrive Paris, France - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in beautiful Paris. Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise past famous landmarks along the River Seine. Celebrate the beginning of a fabulous trip at Paradis Latin*, Paris's oldest cabaret theatre. Enjoy a delicious dinner complete with wine, champagne and a delightful cabaret show.

Day 3: Paris
A panoramic tour of Paris reveals the breathtaking architecture of the Arc de Triomphe; the Cathedral of Notre Dame; the Place de la Concorde and its commanding obelisk from the tomb of Ramses II in Egypt; Place Vendome; and the Champs-Elysées, the promenade famous for its people watching.

Day 4: Paris - Caen - Huppain Port-en-Bessin
Set off for the Normandy coast. During WW II, the largest invasion in history took place here. Enjoy an insightful visit to the Memorial Peace Museum, built to commemorate those who died in the epic battle of Normandy in 1944. Later, see the remains of the artificial Mulberry port built near Arromanche-les-Bains from where the allies resupplied their lines during the liberation of France before making your way to the hotel.

Day 5: Huppain Port-en-Bessin - D-Day Landing Sights
This morning visit the Omaha Beach Cemetery, with time to visit the new interpretive center, and to see the stars and stripes raised over the graves of the valiant soldiers who gave their lives in the Battle of Normandy. Then walk through la Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Memorial, see where the 2nd Ranger Battalion scaled 100-foot cliffs on D-Day to seize the fortified enemy position. Next, make your way to Sainte Mère Eglise, the heart of the American Airborne operations on D-Day, and visit its parachute shaped Airborne Museum. You will also visit other landing beaches, such as Utah and Juno. Then, stop off at a local cider factory and farm to sample Normandy’s drink of choice.

Day 6: Huppain Port-en-Bessin - Blois
Journey south to the Loire Valley which is brimming with chateaux and parks, once the setting for the French court. Visit Chateau de Chenonceaux on the banks of the Cher River, a jewel of Renaissance architecture with traditional French gardens.

Day 7: Blois - Amboise - Blois
Embark on a tour of Chateau du Clos Luce, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years, showcasing a display of his early inventions. Proceed to the picturesque center of Amboise for free time to explore the colorful market street. Enjoy a tour and tasting at a well-known winery in Vouvray.

Day 8: Blois - Paris - TGV Train - Avignon
Climb aboard the high speed TGV Train heading for Avignon, Provence. Enjoy a delightful tour of this walled city that was the center of European religion for 70 years when the Popes moved there in 1309. The afternoon is at leisure for independent exploration.

Day 9: Avignon - Aix-en-Provence - Avignon
Embark on a walking tour “in the footsteps of Cézanne” through Aix-en-Provence’s tree lined avenues to view sites from the famous painter's life. Experience the markets and monuments of this ancient city before returning to Avignon.

Day 10: Avignon - St. Paul de Vence - Grasse - Nice
Today, journey to St. Paul de Vence, a 16th century walled town overlooking the Mediterranean coast. Travel to Grasse, a retreat in the alluring Cote d'Azur region of France. Learn the secrets of perfume making, from extraction to distillation, when visiting a famous perfumerie. Then it’s off to Nice, the playground of the rich and famous.

Day 11: Nice - Monaco - Nice
Enjoy a morning stroll through the local Flower Market in Nice. Next, see Place Massena and the lively seafront Promenade des Anglais. Witness the splendor of Monaco, the glittering gem of the Riviera. A panoramic tour highlights the famous Casino of Monte Carlo and the 13th century Prince’s Palace. See the Cathedral of Monaco, where Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace are buried. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a quaint restaurant.

Day 12: Nice - Tour Ends

 
         
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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

  • Paris, Seine River Cruise, Parisian Cabaret Dinner, Normandy, French Riviera, Omaha Beach, Amboise, Winery Tour, TGV Train, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Monac
  • Visit areas immortalized by the famous artist, Paul Cézanne, considered the founder of modern painting.
  • Witness luxury and splendor in the Principality of Monaco, the glittering gem of the Riviera.
  • Enjoy a tour and tasting at one of the most well-known wineries in Vouvray.
  • Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise past famous landmarks along the River Seine, which divides the north from the south of Paris into what is known as the right bank and the left bank.
  • Experience the benefits of Whisper Headsets, designed for better communication between you and your guides throughout your tour.
 

 
 
 
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