13-Nights Ultimate France

13 nights from: $11,550

Ultimate France
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. Watch as lights dance across a limestone quarry at the Carrières de Lumières show. In Paris, admire the glittering Eiffel Towel and the majestic Arc de Triomphe.


Dining Summary

• 7 Dinner (D)
• 13 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Lunch (L)

• Choose between two carefully selected activities
• Chateau La Coste: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience sample the estate’s organic wines and visit their one-of-a-kind contemporary wine cellar.  In 2009, the wines of Chateau La Coste were labeled "Organic Agriculture", a label which recognizes respect for the land as well as the methods, in perfect harmony with nature.
• Chateau La Coste: Join a Local Expert for a relaxed walk among olive groves and woods to discover the installations created by the best modern artists and architects.
• Choose between two carefully selected activities
• Bordeaux: Take a relaxing bike tour around the City of Bordeaux. Enjoy a beautiful loop of the Garonne river, pass through the Chartrons district and stop in the picturesque park Jardin Public. See the Palais Gallien and the grand shopping centrer, Glace des Grands Hommes.
• Bordeaux: Join a Local Expert to discover the best sights in Bordeaux. See the beautiful Gothic cathedral, the famous Water Mirror, the stunning neoclassic theater and the modern architecture of the Cité du Vin.

• 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.

• Aix-en-Provence: Explore Aix en Provence with a Local Expert and discover the ancient Roman town with its bubbling fountains and elegant 18th-century architecture. Take an easy amble through the maze-like streets of the Old Town under the cool shadow of the Aix Cathedral. Follow in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne along the grand, tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau.
• Saint-Émilion: Visit the charming town of St-Émilion, regarded as one of the most beautiful in France and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk to the walls for a scenic view or visit the Place du Marché, a lovely square in the heart of the town with charming cafés, boutiques, and restaurants.
• : Awaken your senses at the Bassins des Lumières Museum.
• Paris: See the iconic sights of the French capital
• Gemenos: This evening, enjoy a private concert in the grounds of your beautiful hotel before dinner.

• Monte Carlo: Meet your fellow travelers as you dine by the yacht-filled marina in Fontvieille.
• Cassis: Indulge in a divine seafood dinner in the charming fishing village of Cassis.
• Cavaillon: Visit the acclaimed winery, Domaine de la Citadelle, for a tour of its grounds and a picnic lunch. Savor a selection of Provençal favorites paired with local wine.
• : Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Tresor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class.
• Saint-Émilion: Indulge in a private tour of Chateau de Ferrand and its wine cellars. Sample fine vintages guided by the resident Sommelier, followed by a gourmet wine-paired dinner.
• Bordeaux: Conclude your journey with a superb dining experience at the historic Chateau du Ferrand, where you toast to your travels during your Celebration Dinner. Learn how the estate is working towards a more environmental future by using organic fertilizers, protecting local fauna and harvesting by hand.
• Paris: Reminisce about your trip with your fellow travelers in style on the Eiffel Tower

• Monaco City: Join your Travel Concierge for an orientation of glamorous Monaco. See the Grand Prix circuit, renowned for hosting the annual Formula One Monaco Grand Prix, and admire the magnificent Belle Époque casino. Stroll along the yacht-filled marina before heading to your elegant restaurant for dinner this evening.
• Nice: Join a Local Expert to take a walk through the charming streets of Old Nice and see the Opera, the antique market, and the St. Reparate Cathedral.
• French Riviera: Join a Local Expert to visit the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its gardens. Built by the passionate art collector Madame Ephrussi, she gathered the best from each era including delicate pieces of furniture once belonging to Marie Antoinette.
• Cassis: Board your private cruise through the Calanques National Park to admire t
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