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Tour Type: Regional
Tour Duration: 13 Days (12 Nights)
From: Paris to Paris
Tour Code: FBOF
Operator: Trafalgar |
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Tour Description
Eat and drink your way round France, the land of good food and wine. Savour the romance of Paris, gastronomic Lyon, papal Avignon, jet-set Nice, medieval Carcassone, Biarritz, Bordeaux and the D-Day landing beaches at Normandy. What's Included
Dining Highlights
- Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Paris.
- 12 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 4 three-course dinners with local wine.
- Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Nice.
- Be My Guest dinner in Tours.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris.
First Class Travel Highlights
- A qualified Local Guide in Paris and Carcassonne.
- Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
Highlights
Sightseeing Highlights
- Beaune Visit this medieval town. Wine-tasting at a local wine cellar.
- Lyon Orientation tour of this gastronomic city.
- Avignon See the Papal Palace.
- Monaco See the palace, cathedral and Monte Carlo Casino.
- Nice See the Promenade des Anglais and Place Masséna.
- Cannes Drive along la Croisette.
- Carcassonne Guided tour of this walled city.
- Lourdes See St. Bernadette's grotto.
- Biarritz Visit this Atlantic resort.
- Bordeaux Orientation includes the Esplanade des Quinconces.
- Dordogne Valley Excursion to see the 'Bastide' villages and visit St. Emilion.
- Loire Valley Visit fairytale Château Chenonceau.
- Mont St Michel Visit the island-town and view the Abbey.
- Liberty Highway Drive along this historic route.
- Normandy Visit the D-Day landing beaches and the D-Day museum.
- Giverny Visit Claude Monet's home.
- Paris Ascend the Eiffel Tower and view the Champs Élysées and Notre Dame Cathedral.
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Arrive Paris
Welcome to Paris, the City of Light! France is a diverse and fascinating country with so much to offer. From architecture to cuisine, your trip reveals a host of regional delights and specialities. Relax after your journey or take a wander through the streets of this beautiful city. Tonight, meet for a Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers and Travel Director and then enjoy an orientation drive through the city to take in some of the breathtaking sights. Stay: Novotel Tour Eiffel (RW)
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Paris - Beaune - Lyon
Drive south into Burgundy wine country, past the Côte d'Or vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits St. Georges. Arrive in the medieval town of Beaune and sample delicious regional wines at a local wine cellar. Tonight in Lyon, why not try out some gourmet specialities for which the city is justifiably famous! Stay: Novotel Lyon Gerland (BB)
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Lyon - Avignon - Monaco - Nice (2 Nights)
Stop in Avignon to see the Papal Palace and the bridge made famous in the song, 'sur le pont d'Avignon'. Traverse Provence, a picturesque area favoured by artists such as Van Gogh and Cézanne, to the Principality of Monaco. This small city state is both a constitutional monarchy and home to many rich and famous people! Explore the cathedral, where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace are buried. Join your companions this evening for a Highlight Dinner with wine at a local restaurant. Stay: Boscolo Plaza (BB/HD)
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Nice - Free Time
Spend today as you wish. The Côte d'Azur is a sparkling and pristine stretch of famous coastline. You might like to lounge on the beach, shop in elegant boutiques or perhaps visit the hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence. This evening, why not dine in one of the many pleasant local restaurants. (BB)
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Nice - Cannes - Carcassonne
The Boulevard de la Croisette is Cannes most sophisticated street! See the Film Festival where the awards ceremony is held each year. Pass Alaric's Mountain to Carcassonne, a walled city and UNESCO World Heritage site which was extensively restored in the 19th century. See the double ring of ramparts featuring 53 towers during your sightseeing tour with your expert Local Guide. 'Robin Hood Prince of Thieves' was filmed on location in and around Carcassonne. Stay: Mercure Porte De La Cité (BB/D)
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Carcassonne - Lourdes - Biarritz
Wend your way through the Corbières Hills and 'Cathar' landscapes toward the Pyrenées. See the Basilica on top of St. Bernadette's grotto at Lourdes, a holy site of pilgrimage. In Biarritz, walk along the renowned surfing beach where the Atlantic waves come crashing in. Dine tonight at your hotel. Stay: Novotel Anglet Aeroport (BB/D)
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Biarritz - Bordeaux (2 Nights)
Follow the west coast north through Les Landes to the classical town of Bordeaux. Built on the River Garonne, this is the world's major wine industry capital. Bordeaux wine has been produced in the region since the 8th century and the annual wine fair held in the city attracts buyers from all over the world. See the sights including the magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces during your orientation. Stay: Pullman Aquitania (BB/D)
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Dordogne Excursion
Drive to the renowned wine village of St. Emilion. Take a scenic half-day included excursion through beautiful countryside and picturesque scenery in the Dordogne region, best known for the enchanting medieval 'Bastide' villages. Built on narrow grid streets in the 13th & 14th centuries, these villages featured central covered market squares and strong rampart walls to protect the inhabitants during the period of the 100 years war. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or shopping for souvenirs. (BB)
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Bordeaux - Loire Valley - Tours
Continue north through the Poitou Charentes region to the Loire Valley, and stop to visit the beautiful fairytale Château Chenonceau, which straddles the River Cher. One of the most remarkable castles ever built, Chenonceau features stunning landscaped gardens and priceless collections of Renaissance furniture, tapestries and art. Join your fellow travellers this evening for a special Be My Guest dining experience. Stay: Mercure Tours Nord (BB/HD)
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Tours - Mont St. Michel - Omaha Beach
In Brittany, visit the island-town of Mont St. Michel, featuring the Abbey and picturesque streets. Follow the Liberty Highway to St. Lô and the D-Day landing beaches, where your Travel Director provides an excellent account of the momentous events that took place here. Pause and reflect on the courage of those who gave their lives. Visit the D-Day museum and learn in detail about how the operation was planned and executed. Arrive later at your hotel where you dine tonight. Stay: Mercure Omaha Beach (BB/D)
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Omaha Beach - Giverny - Paris (2 Nights)
Head south-east towards the valley of the River Seine. Stop at Giverny and visit the house and gardens where Claude Monet lived for most of his life. One of the founders of French Impressionism, some of his most famous paintings were inspired by this spectacular garden. This evening in the glittering capital, Paris, consider a trip to one of the city's renowned cabaret venues. Stay: Novotel Tour Eiffel (BB)
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Paris Sightseeing And Free Time
Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, the Champs Élysées - see all these landmarks and more during your sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide! See the unique skyline from the second level of the Eiffel Tower, where you enjoy panoramic views across the city. Spend the rest of the day seeing more sights and shopping for souvenirs. Or simply relax and watch the world go by! This evening, celebrate with your Travel Director and new-found friends at a Farewell Dinner. (BB/HD)
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Depart Paris
Say 'au revoir' to your fellow travellers at the end of a magical and memorable holiday. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
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Tour Operator: Trafalgar Tours
Operating since 1947, Trafalgar offers a wide range of holidays to Europe, Britain, Egypt, USA, Canada, South America, China, Australia and New Zealand. They hosted over 2 million travellers worldwide and many return year after year. Every expertly designed travel experience includes transportation, via deluxe motor coach, rail or cruise ship, first class hotel accommodation, daily sightseeing and most meals.
Tour Type: Regional
Immerse yourself in your favourite European destinations, as Trafalgar takes you off the beaten track to new and exciting places. With two night stay in most cities, our First Class Regional Tours offer itineraries which delve deeply ino the very heart of Europe's many unique countries & cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- We have over 60 years of knowledge & expertise in the design of unforgettable touring holidays
- We are international, award-winning for our unrivalled quality, service and reliability
- We provide perfectly planned and balanced itineraries
- We have the finest Tour Directors in the industry
- You will stay in quality hotels carefully selected and conveniently located
- You will enjoy authentic dining experiences
- You will enjoy savings of up to 40% when compared with travelling independently
Documents will normally be mailed 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
Good company enriches any travelling experience and your group will be made up of English-speaking people from around the world. On a Trafalgar tour you will take away far more than just fantastic memories – together you will share great times, swap terrific stories and form new lifelong friendships.
There will be a maximum of 49 people on your coach, however a Trafalgar coach carries an average of just 40 guests.
With Trafalgar it's as great to travel as it is to arrive - we insist on using only the latest models of air-conditioned, luxury coaches, as well as high quality trains and cruise ships. For your comfort, smoking is not allowed onboard our coaches, however, there are plenty of rest stops for you to stretch your legs. You'll be chauffeur driven, door to door by a professional driver who will make your journey a relaxing pleasure. We use a state-of-the-art sound system for mood music with fascinating commentaries by your tour director.
Trafalgar goes to great lengths to seek out the very best hotels because we know that where you stay each night is important to the enjoyment of your holiday. We, therefore, select hotels with great care. We only select hotels that are:
- Perfectly located so that you are as close as possible to the most important attractions.
- Monitored by our Quality Control team who rigorously check every little detail to ensure the service is impeccable and your enjoyment is complete.
- Reputable brands, such as Hilton and Novotel, as well as high quality, privately-owned hotels.
- Great value through our enormous buying power which enables us to negotiate deeper discounts and pass these savings on to you, our clients.
As part of your hassle-free holiday, when you arrive at your hotel, we will ensure that you are already checked in, your luggage is taken directly to your room and all hotel porterage, tips and gratuities are included.
Sightseeing is fun but it's a Trafalgar Tour Director that really brings a destination to life. Our Tour Directors are the finest in the industry. Their local knowledge and unfailing friendliness provides you with a personalised “concierge” service which ensures you get the very best out of every single day. They are experienced travellers, learned historians and culture buffs. Through their in-depth expertise, you'll discover the history and be immersed in cultures of the places you visit.
Your Tour Directors can help interpret, show you how to get good value while shopping and how to spot a fake from the real deal. They make things smoother, more interesting and ultimately more enjoyable. They are your friend in an unfamiliar place.
Trafalgar also uses expert local guides to further enhance your sightseeing experience. When you are travelling on your own it's all too easy to pass through a place without touching the sides. That's why our expert local guides are so invaluable – they tell the less well known tales, relate the more curious stories, recall the most obscure events and reveal the best guarded secrets to ensure every moment is full of discovery and brimming with surprises.
The prices listed cover all accommodations, all applicable sightseeing and admissions as per the itinerary, motorcoach, cruise or rail transportation, services of a professional Trafalgar Tour Director, all meals as shown in the itinerary and luggage handling.
Trafalgar Tours has pre-paid certain tips and gratuities for you such as all baggage handling at hotels and ports. Tips to restaurant staff for meals are also included in the price of your tour. Tips are customarily given to your Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides at your discretion. The recommended amounts are: Tour Directors EUR4 per day, Drivers EUR2.50 per day and Local Guides EUR1 per day. The option to prepay these tips prior to departure is possible. Please ask your consultant to include this in your quote.
The ultimate way to personalise your Trafalgar experience. Our expertly crafted itineraries strike the perfect balance between making sure you visit all the “must see” highlights, whilst still enjoying ample free time to explore on your own or take one of our great value optional excursions. Our extensive variety of optional excursions are designed to work perfectly with your tour. They let you experience more of what you choose to see, but ensure that you don't pay for activities you are not interested in, allowing you more time to do what you enjoy most.
Many of our holidays are ideally designed for single or solo travellers. Every detail is taken care of, from start to finish, so all you need to do is enjoy your holiday in the company of like-minded travellers from around the world. Meals, activities and sightseeing are all shared with your new friends, so you will never be alone - unless you choose to do some exploring or relaxing by yourself. Accommodation can be booked as a private single room or like many of our clients, you may wish to share a twin room by taking advantage of our 'Room Mate Matching Service'. You will share a room with someone from your tour (same gender), so you can avoid paying a single room supplement, in addition to making a new friend.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on Trafalgar including FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on their 'Touring Styles', and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Know Before You Go
Download this “Know Before You Go” Guide, filled with all the essential information you need to assist you in preparing for your tour. Learn about each country, vital pre-trip tips and hints, and find important information you need to know while travelling this incredible region. (2MB)
Airport Transfer Information
Airport Transfers in Europe
All Trafalgar passengers receive complimentary arrival and
departure transfers by shuttle bus on the arrival and departure day of their
guided holiday at specified times.
Any passengers whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle bus transfer timings may choose to book and purchase a transfer. Additionally, passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled holiday may also book and buy a transfer through Trafalgar providing they also purchase the additional pre and post holiday hotel night(s) from Trafalgar.
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