PARIS, PROVENCE & FRENCH RIVIERA
From $2,452/Person
A 9-Day France Vacation By Rail Independent Travel Program With Stays In Paris, Avignon, And Nice
Enjoy a France vacation as it comes alive during this nine day rail program of sophisticated Paris, pastoral Provence, and the luxurious French Riviera. With three nights in Paris, two nights in Avignon, and three nights in Nice – plus plenty of exciting sites to see, included hotels and first class rail between cities – all of the key arrangements are made for you, but you set the pace to delve into each city on your own. Begin in Paris, "The City of Light", where the Arc de Triomphe, the Opera…
Included
- Hotel accommodation for 8 nights
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Half day city tour of Paris
- One-hour Seine River cruise
- Full day Provence excursion
- Full day Monaco, Monte Carlo and Eze excursion
- Transportation Paris to Avignon by First class rail
- Transportation Avignon to Nice by First class rail
- 10% discount coupon at Galeries Lafayette
- E-voucher for special gift with in-store purchase at Galeries Lafayette
- Hotel taxes and service charges
Excluded
- Airfare, Airport taxes & Fuel Surcharges
- Visa upon arrival (and upon re-entry) if required
- Tips and Personal items
- Travel Insurance
- Optional Tours
Itinerary
Day01/09
- Day 01
Paris
Arrival in Paris. After check-in at your hotel, the balance of the day is at leisure to explore Paris, the magnificent capital of France. Packed with monuments, museums, art, nightlife, eateries and shops, Paris remains - in spite of all the cliches - one of the most inspiring cities in the world. - Day 02
Paris
Your included morning city tour features the Arc de Triomphe, Opera House, Champs-Elysees, Notre Dame Cathedral and much more. There is so much to see and do in Paris, a city so aptly called the City of Lights, where exciting evening outings are a must. Tonight, while cruising along the Seine River, enjoy spectacular views of its monuments illuminated with millions of lights. (B) - Day 03
Paris
Full day at leisure to enjoy the warmth and charm of a traditional French bistro or to take an optional excursion to Versailles. (B) - Day 04
Paris | Avignon
Today travel by rail from Paris to Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The afternoon is at leisure. Wander the narrow streets to discover this interesting town full of history, life and art. (B) - Day 05
Avignon
After breakfast, enjoy a visit of the Popes' Palace, the largest Gothic palace in the world. In the afternoon enjoy a one hour cruise on the Rhone River, before ending the day with a nice dinner in a popular restaurant. (B,D) - Day 06
Avignon | Nice
This morning, board your train to Nice. Located in the heart of one of the world's most highly prized regions, it offers a rich history and a wonderfully mild sunny climate. Check-in at your hotel. (B) - Day 07
Nice
Today enjoy a full day excursion along the Cote d'Azur. A world of romantic hill towns with cobblestone streets leading to modest hamlets and ancient chateaux waiting for you. (B) - Day 08
Nice
Full day at leisure to visit, on your own, the many outdoor markets, parks and beautiful museums this lovely city has to offer. (B) - Day 09
Nice to USA (or extend your stay)
Say ''au revoir'' to France or extend your stay. (B)
Accommodation
Hotels
VILLA PANTHEON
Perfectly nestled in Central Paris, the elegant Villa Panthéon, a boutique hotel of the Machefert Group brings the best of cosy British charm to the Latin Quarter. Just a few steps away from the Pantheon and Notre-Dame you will never feel so at home while still being in the heart of France’s capital. The Panthéon’s majestic silhouette and dome is located at the top of the Sainte-Geneviève Mountain, the historic hill of the Latin Quarter. After th…
MERCURE AVIGNON CENTRE PALAIS DES PAPES HOTEL ★★★★
Enjoy the location of the Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes located by the Clock'square in the city center. Best situation to discover the Popes'Palace, to dance on the Pont d'Avignon and to enjoy shows all year through at the Avignon Theater (opposite the hotel). Stroll arround the city and enter 1 of the numerous theaters during the Festival d'Avignon in July. You are in the heart of Provence. Easy access to Avignon with 2 stations:Avigno…
ELLINGTON NICE
Ellington Nice is an enticing fusion of jazz-inspired aesthetics and French elegance, nestled in the heart of Nice. Known as the perfect sanctuary from which to explore the city's bustling city centre, delicate flower market, myriad restaurants and vibrant bars, the Apollinaire boasts colourful cement floor tiles, Art Deco wall lights, and parquet flooring that evoke a rich sense of heritage.Transportation to Ellington Nice is a breeze with Nice…
Notes
From price is per person, double occupancy, and based on the following hotel:
Paris - Villa Pantheon
Avignon - Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes
Nice - Ellington
A selection of different hotels, room category, additional nights, transfers and optional tours are available.
Program’s validity and/or some included features may vary.