A Week in Paris & Provence

Travel the beautiful back roads of Provence to Aix-en-Provence and Avignon, where you'll see first-hand the landscapes that have inspired artists and writers for centuries..

A Week in Paris & Provence

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Itinerary

The 1905 Belle Epoque era inspired the magnificent estate built by Baroness Ephrussi de Rothschild, with seven beautiful themed gardens designed to commemorate her travels; visit this Cote d'Azur masterpiece.

  • Day 1: Arrive

    Nice Tour departs: 3:00 PM, Hotel Negresco, Nice, France. A transfer is included from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to the Hotel Negresco. Welcome to the lovely Cote d'Azur, the French Riviera; enjoy a walking tour of Nice before joining us tonight for a welcome reception and dinner. Your historic five-star luxury hotel overlooks the Bay of Angels, within walking distance of the beach. Meals D

  • Day 2: Monaco / St-Paul-De-Venice

    Explore the tiny principality of Monaco, then travel to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to tour the lavish estate and gardens of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Visit medieval St- Paul-de-Vence in the Nice countryside; stroll through its cobblestone streets, where many artists, inspired by the region's incredible light, made their homes. Meals BL

  • Day 3: Explore the Magic of Provence

    For centuries, the Provence region has been a favorite of travellers and artists alike. An idyllic country road skirts Mont Ste-Victoire, featured in many of Cazanne's works, en route to Aix-en-Provence, known for its fountains and 96 intimately shaded squares. Travel to ancient Arles for a twonight stay at Hotel Jules Cesar, a 17th-century convent that's now a stately country hotel; walk amidst Old Town's Roman medieval stonework, and visit Les Arenes. Meals BD

  • Day 4: Nimes / Pont Du Gard / St-Remy

    Visit Nimes, one of the best-preserved cities of Roman Gaul, with fine examples of Roman walls, towers, and an amphitheatre still in use today. See the Pont du Gard, a three-level Roman stone aqueduct spanning the Gardon River. Explore St-Remy-de-Provence, where Nostradamus was born and Van Gogh painted, now a chic arts colony; return to your hotel in Arles for a free evening. Meals BL

  • Day 5: Avignon / TGV Train To Paris

    Drive to the remarkable walled city of Avignon, which served as the papal residence in the 14th century, and today has developed into a modern cultural center. Visit the magnificent Gothic Palais des Papes, built for the pontiffs who reigned in Avignon from 1309 to 1376. This afternoon travel first class aboard the TGV, one of Europe's fastest trains, to enchanting Paris. Meals BD

  • Day 6: Discover Paris

    Dynasties and eras, emperors, artists and philosophers all have left their mark on the city of Paris throughout time. Embark on a sightseeing tour this morning to view landmark city sights including the Arc de Triomphe, lavish symbol of Napoleonic Paris; the Champs Elysees; Place de la Concorde; the Eiffel Tower; the Cathedral of Notre Dame; and Palais du Louvre. Spend the rest of the day exploring as you please from your landmark luxury hotel, ideally located in the heart of Paris. Meals B

  • Day 7: Musee Du Louvre / Seine

    Cruise Take a guided tour of Musee du Louvre, originally built as a fortress to protect Paris from Viking raids; in the 16th century, it was replaced by a Renaissance-style building that became a royal residence, and today contains some of the world's most beloved art collections. A visit to this extraordinary museum is followed by time at leisure. You might decide to continue exploring the Louvre, or do some additional sightseeing in Paris. Join us this evening for a private farewell dinner cruise on the River Seine, surrounded by the soft city lights of Paris. Meals BD

  • Day 8: Journey Home

    Tour ends: Paris, France. A transfer from the Hotel du Louvre to Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport is included. Allow a minimum of 21/2 hours for flight check-in. Meals B

* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.

Pricing

8 Days / 7 Nights From $5,980*

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Price Includes:

Accommodation, entertainment, special dinners, motor coach, rail transportation, luggage handling, admissions, services of Tauck Directors, train crew and drivers; meals as specified, and the services of a Tauck Director who remains with the group throughout the duration. Your Tauck Director is a professional, fully trained employee of Tauck.

Gratuities for luggage handling, bellmen, doormen, dining room servers, housekeepers, local guides, ship and train crew are included.
 
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Tauck's price includes special dinners, entertainment, sightseeing and most activities. Tauck Directors sometimes assist with information on free-time activities, based on honest opinion and guidance, but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed, pleasant experience for you.

Highlights

  • Experiance Nice and the French Riviera

  • Travel to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to tour the lavish estate and gardens of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

  • Walk down the idyllic country roads that feature om many of Cezanne's artwork

  • See the best-preserved cities of Roman Gaul, with fine examples of Roman walls, towers, and an amphitheatre still in use today.

  • Sightsee the best of Paris; Arc de Triomphe, lavish symbol of Napoleonic Paris; the Champs Elysees; Place de la Concorde; the Eiffel Tower; the Cathedral of Notre Dame; and Palais du Louvre.