Discover the French Riviera

br />Discover the chic resorts and beautiful scenery that attracts the rich and famous to this exquisite coastline. Unpack for a leisurely six night stay in the French Riviera and explore Italy, France and the fairy-tale monarchy of Monaco. Visit San Remo, the luxurious capital of the Italian Riviera. Discover the opulence of the Rothschild Villa and Gardens. Visit the Chagall Museum. See artisans create perfume. Visit fashionable St. Tropez and St. Paul de Vence. Cruise the Cote d’Azur via traditional water taxi.

Day 1: Overnight Flight
The fabulous French Riviera awaits your arrival, complete with elegant coastal resorts, superb dining, fabulous shopping and fascinating museums. Unpack your bags just once and stay at a single hotel for your entire adventure which begins with an overnight flight to France.

Day 2: Arrive Nice (French Riviera), France - Transfer to Hotel
Your tour commences in the stunning Mediterranean city of Nice, long revered the playground of the rich and famous. With an average of nearly 300 sunny days per year, Nice is a seaside paradise. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring inspired French cuisine artfully presented.

Day 3: Ventimiglia, Italy - San Remo
Cross the border into Italy and arrive in the charming town of Ventimiglia with its alluring, twisted medieval alleys. Leisure time is available to explore the lively market place, offering all types of local crafts and fresh produce. You then proceed to San Remo, the luxurious capital of the Italian Riviera, where flowers bloom throughout the year. Alfred Nobel conceived of his prizes while residing in this city's inspirational surroundings, which has long attracted aristocrats and the wealthy. A wonderful dinner awaits you this evening at a popular local restaurant.

Day 4: Grasse - St. Paul De Vence
Learn the secrets of perfume making with a tour of the Fragonard Perfumerie in Grasse, where fragrant formulations have been prepared since 1782. Follow the magnificent scenery along the lovely Loup River to St. Paul de Vence, situated on top of a hill overlooking the beautiful countryside. This medieval, walled town is filled with historic buildings, hidden alleyways, fabulous restaurants and many specialty shops. As you explore, soak in its distinctive light, said to have inspired Matisse, Braque, Chagall and many other artists.

Day 5: Nice - St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Begin your day with a tour of Nice. A visit to the local flower market, where much more than brightly colored blooms are sold, is followed by a trip to the lively seafront Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena, the town’s center of activity. Travel the spectacular coastline, passing the charming town of Villefranche-sur-Mer east of Nice. In St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat, called the crown jewel of the French Riviera, you visit the impressive Rothschild Villa and Gardens. This seaside palazzo overlooks the Mediterranean and boastings seven themed gardens, paintings, and other antiquities.

Day 6: Nice - Day at Leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore romantic Nice on your own. Stroll by the shore, linger in an elegant café, or peruse the local shops…the choice is yours! Or, you may choose to purchase an optional excursion to St. Tropez and the popular resort town of Cannes, complete with a delightful cruise around the yacht-filled bay.

Day 7: Monaco
A panoramic tour of Monaco features the famous Casino of Monte Carlo, the Place des Armes, Prince’s Palace, Avenue des Beaux Artes, and the Cathedral of Monaco, where Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace are buried. A highlight of your visit to Monaco is the fascinating Oceanographic Museum which was founded in 1910 by Prince Albert 1 who personally collected many of the marine artifacts on display. The museum building itself is a colossal masterpiece of architecture, not to be missed. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of an unforgettable trip.

Day 8: Nice - Depart for Home
Depart for home with many wonderful memories of your vacation to Cote D'Azur.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
3/21/2012 - 3/28/2012	$1,399
4/15/2012 - 4/22/2012	$1,499
4/22/2012 - 4/29/2012	$1,499
9/6/2012 - 9/14/2012	$1,699
10/11/2012 - 10/19/2012	$1,699
11/1/2012 - 11/9/2012	$1,649
11/19/2012 - 11/27/2012	$1,649
2/21/2013 - 3/1/2013	$1,599
3/14/2013 - 3/22/2013	$1,649
4/4/2013 - 4/12/2013	$1,699
4/18/2013 - 4/26/2013	$1,699
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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