 Presents…
Discover the French Riviera
with Eileen Buckley!
featuring an optional 3-Night Paris Post Tour Extension
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Highlights:
- Learn the secrets of perfume making with a tour of the Fragonard Perfumerie in Grasse, where fragrant formulations have been prepared since 1782.
- Visit the Chagall Museum to see his celebrated collection of paintings.
- Enjoy a scenic cruise in St. Tropez and view this fashionable resort frequented by movie stars, artists and writers.
- A panoramic tour of Monaco features the famous Casino of Monte Carlo.
For more information on this vacation, contact: Collette Vacations • (877) 277-1675
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 - 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: Thursday, September 18, 2008 - Arrive Nice (French Riviera), France - Transfer to Hotel
Your tour commences in the stunning Mediterranean city of Nice, long 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. Today dinner will be included.
Day 3: Friday, September 19, 2008 - 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. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 4: Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 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. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 5: Sunday, September 21, 2008 - 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. Next, visit the Chagall Museum to see his celebrated collection of paintings. 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. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 6: Monday, September 22, 2008 - St. Tropez - Cannes
Today you are off to St. Tropez. Once an old fishing village, this scenic area is now a fashionable resort frequented by movie stars, artists and writers. Relax and enjoy the sights on a delightful cruise* around the yacht-filled bay before heading off to the popular resort of Cannes where you will explore the Old Town, Le Suquet, and walk along the elegant Boulevard de la Croisette where you might just catch the eye of a star or starlet. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 7: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 - 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. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - Nice International Airport - Depart for Home
Depart for home with many wonderful memories of your vacation to Cote D'Azur. Today breakfast will be included.
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Your Itinerary at a Glance
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Day 1:
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Overnight Flight
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Day 2-7:
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Hotel Splendid Nice, Nice or Cannes Hotel Palace, Cannes
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*Air prices now include fuel surcharges. Taxes and fees additional.Click here for details.
*The cruise in St. Tropez is weather permitting.
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Tour Details
8 days, 10 meals
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Tour Departs:
September 17 - 24, 2008
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Prices:
Double $2,999 pp
Single $3,649
Triple $2,969
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Price Includes:
Round Trip Air from Greater Buffalo Intl Airport-Buffalo, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $360 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers.
Not included:
Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $150 per person.
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Optional 4 Days 3-Night Paris Post Tour Extension
Rate: $999 USD per person, Double, Land Only, Air add-ons apply
4 Meals, 3 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Day 8: Nice - TGV Train - Paris
Leave the French Riviera behind and board the modern and comfortable high speed TGV train to Paris. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore the city of Paris on your own.
Day 9: Paris
Spend the day at your leisure exploring the "City of Light." The friendly hotel personnel will gladly assist you with optional tours that are available, such as a city tour or a visit to the Museum D'Orsay and the Palace of Versailles. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 10: Paris
Enjoy another day at leisure to pursue individual interests. You may want to explore elegant Champs Elysees, visit the Louvre museum, or simply watch the world go by from a sidewalk café. This evening, enjoy an included dinner/show at Paradis Latin, Paris' oldest cabaret theatre. Enjoy fabulous cuisine, wine and champagne, followed by spectacular entertainment. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 11: Paris - Depart for Home
Your tour ends today in Paris. Today breakfast will be included.
*Please Note: A minimum of 15 passengers is required for this extension to operate
*Approximate travel time on the TGV train is 7.5 hours.
*Transfers are included from the hotel to the train station in the French Riviera and the train station to the hotel in Paris (Day 8); to and from Paradis Latin Dinner/Show (Day 10); and from the hotel to the airport in Paris (Day 11). Luggage handling on the TGV train is included.
*Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.
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