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DAY 1 WELCOME To PARIS On arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, transfers leave for the hotel at 09:00, 11:30 and 14:00. After checking in, the capital's grand boulevards and world-famous landmarks are yours to explore. At 17:30, meet your Travel Director and fellow guests at the hotel before joining a Welcome Dinner at Brasserie Bofinger, a local restaurant with cuisine inspired by country recipes. (DW) Pullman Paris Centre Bercy. DAY 2 CHAMPAGNE REGION AND ON TO DIJON Journey through the Champagne region. Stop to savour a taste of champagne, for which this region is world famous. Continue to Dijon. (B) (DW) Grand Hotel Dijon La Cloche, Dijon. DAY 3 FREE TIME IN DIJON Relaxed Start. With your day at leisure, perhaps visit the wine capital of Beaune? (B) DAY 4 CHAMONIX Travel towards the Maconnais and Beaujolais and ascend into the high Alps to the fashionable ski resort of Chamonix. (B) Hotel Mercure Chamonix. DAY 5 LAKESIDE ANNECY AND GRENOBLE Relaxed Start. Embark on a beautifuljourney to Annecy, dramatically situated between lake and mountains. Enjoy free time for lunch in Little Venice, aptly named for the network of canals criss-crossing through the Old Town. This evening, savour a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. (B) (DW) Park HĂ©tel Grenoble-MGallery. DAY 6 THE FRENCH RIVIERA TO REACH NICE Continue to the French Riviera to reach the elegant resort of Nice.(B) Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice. KEY 3 Join/Leave Options fl UNESCO Heritage Site @ central Hotels + Nights @ scenic Hotels + Nights @ Place Visited O Optional Place Visited CHOOSE YOUR GROUP SIZE et eects Notte ur eel gen aN a pratv DAY 7 MONACO AND THE COTE D'AZUR Unlock the secrets of the French perfume industry with a visit to a perfumery. Then enjoy a drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit in Monaco and walk with your Travel Director through the old town to see the Royal Palace and yacht-filled harbour. Your exploration continues as you visit inside Monaco Cathedral. (B) DAY 8 PicTURESQUE PROVENCE Visit the medieval village of Saint-Paul de Vence and walk through its winding streets Enjoy alesson in the French sport of pĂ©tanque. Steady your hand and get ready to test your newfound skills as you take part in a game, completed by a glass of pastis, a French aperitif. Continue to Aix-en-Provence to see the sumptuous mansions lining the Cours Mirabeau. (B) Aquabella Hotel & Spa, Aix-en-Provence. DAY 9 AVIGNON AND PONT DU GARD Journey to Pont du Gard to see the magnificent ancient Roman aqueduct bridge. Continue on to Avignon to enjoy views of the remaining arches of the Pont d'Avignon and the fortified Papal Palace. Stop at the beautiful Domaine de la Vallongue for a tasting of its renowned wines and gastronomic olive oils. AMAKE TRAVEL MATTERÂź Experience, the estate uses traditional practices throughout, creating a sustainable business for future generations. (B) DAY 10 CARCASSONNE AND TO ALBI Head to beautiful Arles and learn about its historical connection to Vincent Van Gogh. Cross the fertile Languedoc region, to the fortified town of Carcassonne. Travel to Albi and marvel at iconic sites during your orientation, including the views of the Toulouse Lautrec Museum and the cathedral. (B) H6tel Saint Antoine, Albi. PARIS (Days24.15616) Cahors âCarcassonne (Dae8e9) DAY 11 FREE TIME IN ALBI Enjoy a full day at leisure, to relax and soak up the atmosphere of Albi. This evening savour a delicious dinner of carefully selected fresh ingredients, at a local restaurant. (B) (DW) DAY 12 CAHORS AND ROCAMADOUR Relaxed Start. Sample some local Dordogne specialties when you visit the market at Cahors, famous for its black wine. Travel to Rocamadour and enjoy free time to explore this medieval town. (B) (DW) Hotel Le Perigord/Hotel Anne d'Anjou. DAY 13 EXPLORING THE DORDOGNE VALLEY Start the day with a morning drive into the stunning Valley of the Dordogne to visit Lascaux Il, where the world-famous prehistoric cave paintings have been faithfully reproduced Enjoy a delicious Farm-to-Table Dinner, prepared with locally sourced ingredients and served with wines from the region. (B) (DW) DAY 14 paris, THE CITY OF LIGHT Travel onwards to immerse yourself in the beautiful city of Paris. (B) Le MĂ©ridien Etoile, Paris. DAY 15 ROMANTIC CAPITAL ON THE SEINE During your time in Paris see the Eiffel Tower, the facades of the Louvre, the obelisk in Place de la Concorde and drive along the Champs ElysĂ©es to the Arc de Triomphe. Explore Paris with Insight Choice. Choose to shop in quaint boutiques like a true Parisian with your Local Expert. Alternatively, join a Local Expert, an avid foodie, to explore small shops and sample local treats and delicacies. Enjoy a Celebration Dinner at the historic restaurant La Coupole. Delight in French cuisine and delicious wine. (B) (DW) DAY 16 auRrevorr PARIS Your departure transfer will arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08:00 or 11:00. (B) TOP RATED HIGHLIGHT See the ancient Pont dâAvignon. (Photo by @Chantal_ insight, Day 9, Pont dâAvignon) Rei Tun Cog Matis wn a Zz < i a WwW ao - pet} Zz pray ae - ey = >) o) a WW a lu (6) Pa Fd (re, ire
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