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Luxury Gold

Ultimate France

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$18,150

14 days

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Overview

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.

Locations Visited

Monte Carlo, Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Cassis, Lourmarin, Nimes, Les Baux-de-Provence, Arles, Carcassonne, Albi, Bordeaux, Paris, Saint-Tropez

Countries Visited

Monaco, France

Accommodations

13 nights included

Age Requirements

Minimum age 5

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Itinerary

COLLAPSE ALL EXPAND ALL

Day 1

Welcome to the French Riviera

Transfer to your hotel before dining waterside at Fontvieille marina. See the Belle Epoque casino and enjoy an evening drive along the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.

  • Accommodation

    Fairmont Monte Carlo


  • Meals

    Dinner

Highlights

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Monaco Orientation

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.

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Monte Carlo Welcome Dinner

Meet your fellow travellers as you dine by the yacht-filled marina in Fontvieille.

In Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, join a Local Expert touring the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Continue to Nice where joining a Local Expert on a walk through the streets of Old Nice viewing the opera house, admire the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral and maybe taste some socca at the colourful food market on the Cours Saleya.  

  • Accommodation

    Fairmont Monte Carlo


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Old Nice Walking Tour

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.

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Visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

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.

Step into the glamour of the French Riviera. Cruise into St. Tropez, and with a Local Expert, taste the local Tarte Tropézienne at the bakery where it was originally created.

  • Accommodation

    Château de Fonscolombe


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Private Concert Before Dinner

This evening, enjoy a private concert in the grounds of your beautiful hotel before dinner.

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St. Tropez Guided Walk and Pastry Tasting

Take in the best of Saint-Tropez as a Local Expert guides you through the remains of the ancient landmark Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption and its colourful bell tower. Afterward, taste the local Saint-Tropez tart pastry in the bakery where it was first created in the 1950s.

Join your Local Expert and follow in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne along the grand, tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau. Then curate your visit at the stunning Château La Coste winery and open-air museum. Join a Local Expert for a leisurely walk among installations created by leading modern artists and architects, or savour a tasting of vintages at this organic vineyard.

  • Accommodation

    Château de Fonscolombe


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Château La Coste Wine Tasting

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 Château La Coste were labeled "Organic Agriculture", a label which recognizes respect for the land as well as the methods, in perfect harmony with nature.

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Château La Coste Art Walking Tour

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.

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Tour Aix en Provence with a Local Expert

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.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and unwind at your boutique hotel, perhaps with a stroll through the Château gardens or a relaxing moment by the pool. Travel through traditional French hilltop villages en route to Cassis, where you will board your private cruise through the Calanques National Park. Sail past towering reddish-brown limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, narrow fjord-like inlets, and secluded beaches. This evening, indulge in a three-course dinner at the charming Chez Gilbert.

  • Accommodation

    Château de Fonscolombe


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Calanques National Park Private Cruise

Board your private cruise through the Calanques National Park to admire the towering limestone cliffs and the long, narrow and deep fjord-like inlets.

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Cassis Seafood Dinner

Indulge in a divine seafood dinner in the charming fishing village of Cassis.

Visit the village of Lourmarin to browse the stalls of its famous market. Take a seat in your vintage Citroen 2CV and embark on a chauffeured drive over the Luberon mountain, through lush vineyards and scenic villages arriving at the Domaine de la Citadelle winery to taste its wines with a picnic prepared by local chef Madame Dromer.  

  • Accommodation

    Maison Albar L'Imperator, Nimes


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

Highlights

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Lourmarin Market Visit

Visit the tree lined avenues of Lourmarin and explore the lively market featuring crafts, clothing and local delicacies.

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Provence Chauffeured 2CV Experience

Take a seat in your chauffeured Citroen 2CV and embark on a drive through the rolling countryside past fields of lavender.

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Domaine de la Citadelle Picnic Lunch

Visit the acclaimed winery, Domaine de la Citadelle, for a tour of its grounds and a picnic lunch. Savour a selection of Provençal favourites paired with local wine.

Visit the renowned Pont du Gard, a well-preserved Roman aqueduct. Observe how this three-level, 900-footlong bridge was built out of soft yellow limestone blocks from a nearby quarry. Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by leafy platanes. Continue through the Alpilles National Park to the village of Les Baux-de-Provence. 

  • Accommodation

    Maison Albar L'Imperator, Nimes


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Visit Avignon

Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by imposing, leafy platanes.

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Visit Les Baux-de-Provence

Journey through the Alpilles National Park to one of the most beautiful villages in France, Les Baux-de-Provence, perched on a plateau.

Journey on to the fortified city of Carcassonne, one of the largest surviving medieval walled cities in Europe. Explore Van Gogh's town of Arles and visit the Roman Amphitheatre with a Local Expert. Journey through Camargue to your hotel in Carcassonne in the heart of the city. 

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Arles City Tour

Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh as your Local Expert walks you through the city that inspired many of the artist's paintings.

Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Trésor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class and an exquisite lunch accompanied by local wine.

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

Highlights

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Carcassonne Walking Tour

Carcassonne represents one of the biggest and best-preserved fortified cities in Europe, with 53 watchtowers and 1.5 miles of ramparts open to the public. Explore this real-life Magic Kingdom with a Local Expert and uncover its rich history, dating back to the pre-Roman period.

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Cruise the Canal du Midi

Admire flora and fauna, rural vistas and lush vineyards on this gentle 1.5-hour cruise. Built in the late 17th century as a shipping short cut between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the Canal du Midi is one of Europe’s oldest canals still in operation.

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Michelin-starred lunch and cooking class

Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Tresor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class.

Journey to the enchanting city of Bordeaux where you will have time to have lunch and explore this elegant, 18th century jewel on the banks of the Garonne. Refreshed and ready to explore further afield, visit the nearby, charming town of St. Émilion, regarded as one of the most beautiful in France and one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. After time visiting its winding cobbled streets and 12th-century monolithic church, drive through the lush vineyards to Château de Ferrand, home to Madame Bic and Monsieur Chandon. Here, enjoy a tour of the winery followed by a tasting of some of its fine vintages and an exclusive dinner in a wonderful setting. 

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel Burdigala, Bordeaux


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Château de Ferrand

Indulge in a private tour of Château de Ferrand and its wine cellars. Sample fine vintages guided by the resident Sommelier, followed by a gourmet wine-paired dinner. We are proud to work alongside this certified sustainable estate in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

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Visit St-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 cafes, boutiques, and restaurants.

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Bordeaux Dinner at Château Ferrand

Conclude your journey with a superb dining experience at the historic Château du Ferrand, where you toast to your travels during your dinner. Learn how the estate is working towards a more environmental future by using organic fertilizers, protecting local fauna and harvesting by hand.

Learn about the 18th-century architecture of Vieux Bordeaux with a Local Expert. Or set off on a leisurely bike ride around the Garonne River before ending at the picturesque Jardin Public.

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel Burdigala, Bordeaux


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Bordeaux Bike Ride

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. 

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Bordeaux City Tour

Join a Local Expert to discover the best sights in Bordeaux. See the beautiful Gothic cathedral, the famous Water Mirror, the stunning neoclassic theatre and the modern architecture of the Cité du Vin.

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Bassins de lumieres light show

Awaken your senses at the Bassins des Lumières Museum.

After a leisurely breakfast, board your high-speed train that whisks you through the French countryside to Paris, the most romantic city in the world. Enjoy a light lunch in the Montparnasse district before setting off to see the landmark sights of the capital city including Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy an evening at leisure in this dazzling city.

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel Napoléon, Paris


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

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Paris Sightseeing

See the iconic sights of the French capital

Join a Local Expert to discover the artists of Montmartre or explore the hidden squares and galleries of Paris. Tonight, the climax of your French trip will be a celebration dinner on the glittering Eiffel Tower: a chance to bid a fond farewell to your fellow travellers and this wonderful city. 

  • Accommodation

    Hôtel Napoléon, Paris


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Enjoy a celebration dinner on the Eiffel Tower

Reminisce about your trip with your fellow travellers in style on the Eiffel Tower

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey. 

  • Meals

    Breakfast

What's Included

On Road Team

  • 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.  

  • On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.

Porterage

  • Included at all hotels. 

Gratuities

  • Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.

Meals

  • Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.  

Wifi

  • Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.

Transport

  • 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.

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