Country Roads of France

Included Premium Highlights

• Enjoy an excursion to elegant Monaco, playground of the rich and famous
• See all the sights of the papal city on your little train ride in Avignon
• Visit Sarlat-la-Caneda and see the prehistoric cave paintings of Lascaux in the Dordogne Valley
• View Paris from a unique perspective on a leisurely Seine cruise and visit Napoleon's tomb

Included Personal Insights

• Discover the heritage of contemporary art at medieval hilltop Saint-Paul de Vence
• Enjoy a short group tutorial on the wines that complement your evening meals in the Dordogne

Included Additional Excursions & Sights

• Explore the Champagne capital of Troyes and taste the wine in the village of Chablis
• Visit medieval Vezelay with its famous Basilique Ste-Madeleine
• Stay in alpine Chamonix and visit lake side Annecy and Aix-les-Bains
• Visit charming Aix-en-Provence Drive on part of the Monaco Grand Prix circuit
• See the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard Wine tasting at Châteauneuf-du-Pape
• Visit the Roman Amphitheater in Arles
• See the Maison Carree and Roman Arena in Nimes
• Visit Stes Maries-de-la-Mer in the Camargue
• Enjoy a walking tour of Carcassonne
• Visit lovely Cahors Visit cliff top Rocamadour
• Visit a Limoges porcelain showroom
• See Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower
• Scenic Drives - Burgundy, High Alps, Route Napoleon, French Riviera, The Luberon National Park, Camargue, Dordogne Valley

Included First Class Services

• Escorted by a professional Tour Director
• Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard restroom
• Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
• Train journey by TGV from Poitiers to Paris
• Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
• Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 17

Included Quality Dining

• Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in the Dordogne (DA)
• 15 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 5 three-course table d'hote Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

OPTIONAL 7 NIGHT POST TOUR PARIS AND NORMANDY CRUISE

DAY 17 - EMBARK CRUISE IN PARIS.
Transfer from hotel to your ship. (BB,D)

DAY 18 - LES ANDELYS.
Walk to Richard the Lionheart’s stronghold and admire the remains of the impressive Château Gaillard. (BB,L,D)

DAY 19 - NORMANDY BEACHES.
Enjoy a full day tour of the Normandy Beaches and visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum. (BB,D)

DAY 20 - ROUEN.
A walking tour of Rouen will take you to the stunning Gothic cathedral, the Medieval quarter, the Gros-Horloge clock and Vieux Marché, where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. (BB,L,D)

DAY 21 - CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC.
Visit the charming harbor town of Honfl eur for a guided walking tour. (BB,L,D)

DAY 22 - CRUISE TO VERNON.
Visit Monet’s home in the village of Giverny, as well as the gardens that so inspired his work. (BB,L,D)

DAY 23 - CRUISE TO PARIS.
Visit the Luxembourg Gardens to view Bartholdi’s model for the Statue of Liberty on your tour of Paris today. (BB,L,D)

DAY 24 - DISEMBARK PARIS.
Disembark and transfer to Paris airport.

Day 1 - DEPART USA

Overnight flight.

Day 2 - PARIS AT LEISURE

Welcome to Paris! On arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, your airport shuttle service leaves for the tour hotel at 08:30, 11:00 & 13:30. Relax and settle in, or perhaps start exploring the riches of this great capital. Don't miss the chance for a shopping spree in the famous department stores or even the elegant designer boutiques of the Left Bank. This evening, join your Tour Director and fellow guests for a Welcome Drink. Afterwards, the 'city of light' awaits.
Hotel: Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel.

Day 3 - PARIS - TROYES - DIJON

Head to Troyes, the ancient capital of the Champagne region - its magnificent core of medieval buildings is appropriately shaped like a champagne cork. After some free time to explore, continue into Burgundy, once a powerful duchy and famous for its fine wines. Stop in the wine village of Chablis. Despite its fame, the village retains a quiet atmosphere. Enjoy a taste of the local nectar before reaching Dijon, a beautiful city full of great cultural heritage.
Hotel: Sofitel Dijon la Cloche. (BB,D)

Day 4 - VEZELAY EXCURSION

After breakfast, set off through the leafy Burgundian countryside with road signs that read like a wine list. Stop in the picturesque town of Vezelay. Tradition has it that Mary Magdalene was buried here and Richard the Lionheart set off for the Crusades from the famous basilica. Later, return to your hotel for some relaxing time at leisure. (BB)

Day 5 - DIJON - CHAMONIX

A scenic symphony awaits you as you head into the high Alps, and climb towards Mont Blanc and the fashionable ski resort of Chamonix.
Hotel: Le Prieure. (BB)

Day 6 - CHAMONIX - ANNECY - AIX-LES-BAINS

After breakfast this morning, take a breathtaking drive to the lake-side town of Annecy. Free time for lunch in the Little Venice area or take a boat trip. Continue to your hotel in the spa town of Aix-les-Bains, situated on the edge of France's largest and most celebrated lake, Lac du Bourget and overlooked by Mt Revard.
Hotel: Marina d'Adelphia. (BB, D)

Day 7 - AIX-LES-BAINS - NICE

Glorious mountain scenery today, as you travel in the footsteps of Napoleon today, as he made his victorious return from Elba. A scenic, rugged landscape leads from the Alps, down to the French Riviera and the elegant resort of Nice.
Hotel: Radisson SAS Nice (BB)

Day 8 - MONACO EXCURSION

On a morning sightseeing tour, journey to the principality of Monaco to see the Grimaldi Palace. You'll also visit the cathedral, burial place of Princess Grace and Prince Rainier. Enjoy a drive on the Grand Prix circuit and views of the port with its luxury yachts. The rest of the day is set aside for you to enjoy the French Riviera. (BB)

Day 9 - NICE - ST. PAUL DE VENCE - NIMES

Visit the medieval village of St Paul de Vence, which sits high above the Riviera beaches. A walk through its winding streets reveals elegant fountains, vine-covered stone walls and breathtaking views of mountains and sea. Get to know the village, revel in its pleasures and experience its art and lifestyle. Continue to Cezanne's home town, Aix-en-Provence to see the elegant mansions and popular Cours Mirabeau. Journey into the Luberon, made famous by Peter Mayle in his book "A Year in Provence", and pass around Cavaillon, the melon capital of France, en route to Avignon.
Hotel: Avignon Grand Hotel. (BB D)

Day 10 - RHONE EXCURSION

In Avignon, see the greatest legacy of the Romans' presence: the incredible three tiered Pont du Gard. Head towards the Rhone River and the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to taste the renowned wine. Back in Avignon, take a little train ride for an overview of the town past the old Palace of the Popes, and the 'Pont d'Avignon'. (BB)

Day 11 - AVIGNON - NIMES

Drive to Arles, one-time home to Van Gogh and Roman legionnaires, and visit the Amphitheatre. Continue through the Camargue to Stes Maries-de-la-Mer, where Gypsies gather annually to honour their patron saint. You may see flamingos and wild horses on the way to Nimes where, on arrival, an orientation tour shows you the Roman Arena and 2,000-year-old Roman Temple, Maison Carree.
Hotel: Imperator Concorde (BB)

Day 12 - NIMES - CARCASSONNE - ALBI

Cross the fertile Languedoc region, before heading inland to the unspoilt fortified town of Carcassonne. The city has a complete set of ramparts and a medieval keep. After your walking tour, continue to your hotel in Albi, known for its Cathedral and the birthplace of Toulouse Lautrec.
Hotel: Hotel Saint Antoine. (BB,D)

Day 13 - ALBI - ROCAMADOUR DORDOGNE

Stop in Cahors, famous for its 'Black Wine', before continuing to Rocamadour. A resting place for pilgrims on their way to Spain, this tiny medieval town is perched on a cliff side above the Alzou River. After exploring the beautiful town and its sanctuary, drive on to your hotel in the Dordogne. For dinner tonight there is a selection of restaurants to choose from. During the evening, enjoy a short informative presentation on the regional wines that complement your meal.
Hotel: La Truffe Noire. (BB,DA)

Day 14 - DORDOGNE VALLEY EXCURSION

A morning drive take you into the stunning Valley of the Dordogne to visit the town of Sarlat-la-Caneda with its fine historic golden limestone houses. Make your way to the prehistoric site at Lascaux to view the world-famous cave paintings. (BB,D)

Day 15 - DORDOGNE - LIMOGES - PARIS

Your first stop is at Limoges to visit a porcelain showroom. Continue to historic Poitiers to board your TGV train for the fast and comfortable journey to Paris.
Hotel: Concorde St. Lazare. (BB)

Day 16 - PARIS SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing with a local guide reveals the highlights of the city. See Notre Dame Cathedral before driving past the facades of the Louvre and along the Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe. Stop for a photo of the Eiffel Tower before embarking on a scenic cruise along the Seine. The tour concludes with a visit to Napoleon's tomb in the gilded Église du Dome. Perhaps celebrate the tour finale with a farewell bistro dinner. (BB)

Day 17 - RETURN TO USA

Departure transfers arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08:00 & 11:00. (BB)

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9/17/2010 - 10/3/2010	$4,275
9/24/2010 - 10/10/2010	$4,275
10/1/2010 - 10/17/2010	$4,250
4/15/2011 - 5/1/2011	$4,225
4/22/2011 - 5/8/2011	$4,225
4/29/2011 - 5/15/2011	$4,225
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5/13/2011 - 5/29/2011	$4,225
5/20/2011 - 6/5/2011	$4,250
5/27/2011 - 6/12/2011	$4,250
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6/17/2011 - 7/3/2011	$4,250
6/24/2011 - 7/10/2011	$4,175
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7/15/2011 - 7/31/2011	$4,250
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9/23/2011 - 10/9/2011	$4,275
9/30/2011 - 10/16/2011	$4,250
10/7/2011 - 10/23/2011	$4,250
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Included Premium Highlights

• Enjoy an excursion to elegant Monaco, playground of the rich and famous
• See all the sights of the papal city on your little train ride in Avignon
• Visit Sarlat-la-Caneda and see the prehistoric cave paintings of Lascaux in the Dordogne Valley
• View Paris from a unique perspective on a leisurely Seine cruise and visit Napoleon's tomb

Included Personal Insights

• Discover the heritage of contemporary art at medieval hilltop Saint-Paul de Vence
• Enjoy a short group tutorial on the wines that complement your evening meals in the Dordogne

Included Additional Excursions & Sights

• Explore the Champagne capital of Troyes and taste the wine in the village of Chablis
• Visit medieval Vezelay with its famous Basilique Ste-Madeleine
• Stay in alpine Chamonix and visit lake side Annecy and Aix-les-Bains
• Visit charming Aix-en-Provence Drive on part of the Monaco Grand Prix circuit
• See the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard Wine tasting at Châteauneuf-du-Pape
• Visit the Roman Amphitheater in Arles
• See the Maison Carree and Roman Arena in Nimes
• Visit Stes Maries-de-la-Mer in the Camargue
• Enjoy a walking tour of Carcassonne
• Visit lovely Cahors Visit cliff top Rocamadour
• Visit a Limoges porcelain showroom
• See Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower
• Scenic Drives - Burgundy, High Alps, Route Napoleon, French Riviera, The Luberon National Park, Camargue, Dordogne Valley

Included First Class Services

• Escorted by a professional Tour Director
• Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard restroom
• Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
• Train journey by TGV from Poitiers to Paris
• Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
• Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 17

Included Quality Dining

• Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in the Dordogne (DA)
• 15 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 5 three-course table d'hote Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

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Great Savings and Discounts

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