Burgundy & Provence
Uncork Your Inner Bon Vivant in Burgundy & the Provençal Countryside
Roam the mustard hills of Dijon, sample the best vintages of Burgundy, browse the cheesemongers of Lyon, and linger on the beaches of the Côte d'Azur. Taste your way through Southern France on our sample itinerary for foodies, oenophiles and art lovers!
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“It All Starts with a Conversation!”
Together, in our detailed consultation we create the vision of your very own personalized itinerary. We determine how much time to spend in each destination, choose from our favorite hotels, arrange appropriate transportation and create unique experiences with our dynamic local guides! Relax while our team brings everything to life. Our customized travel app gives you easy access to all itinerary details, plus suggestions for your free time and some dining ideas! We seamlessly integrate technology, experience and attention to detail to create your very own custom-tailored “Trip of a Lifetime!”
OUR SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1
Journey to the Charming Walled Town of Beaune
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Arrive in Paris then hop onto your TGV train to Dijon. Retrieve your rental car, or meet our driver and drive to Beaune to check into your centrally-located hotel. Free time to explore Beaune and the famous Hospices de Beaune. Restaurant suggestions provided throughout
Day 2
Celebrate Life and Sample the Finest Burgundy’s Pinot Noir
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Daily breakfasts in each of your hotels. Detailed private sightseeing of the Cluny or Vézelay Abbeys, plus a full day of wine tasting through the Burgundy region, famous for its wide selection of Pinot Noir, grown at the Côte de Nuits
Day 3
Immerse Yourself in Lyon’s Rich Tradition of Hospitality
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Drive to the gastronomical city of Lyon and check into your hotel. Free time to explore your neighborhood and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière! Oh, don’t forget to savor the local specialties! The Textile Museum is well worth a visit!
Day 4
Venture to the Historic City of Avignon
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Head south into Provence with time for a stop at the ancient Roman aqueduct Pont-Du-Gard. Reach Avignon to check into your hotel. Free time to explore the city and the Palais du Papes, the former residence of medieval Popes
Day 5
Savor the Beauty of Avignon
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Full day to relax, continue exploring the city at your leisure, or wander the lavender fields of Gourdes and Roussillon while relishing the vintages of Provence
Day 6
Wander through the Enchanting Towns of Southern France before Arriving Les Baux
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After breakfast, visit the charming towns of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and St Remy, where Van Gogh spent a year in an asylum before reaching Les Baux-de-Provence and checking into your centrally-located hotel
Day 7
Journey Back to Roman Times in Nimes and Proceed to Visit Arles
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Enjoy a day trip to Nimes to visit the iconic Roman amphitheater. Continue your excursion with a stop in the impressionist city of Arles, the birthplace of many of Van Gogh’s most iconic paintings
Day 8
Enjoy the Sunshine, Beauty and Amazing Culture
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Ride along to Aix-en-Provence - the hometown of the famous post-impressionist painter Cézanne for a laidback exploration of the town. Make an afternoon of shopping in designer boutiques or lounging on the beach of Saint-Tropez. Proceed to the coastal town of Antibes to check into your centrally-located hotel
Day 9
Soak up the Glamor of Southern France at Leisure
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Take advantage of the Côte d'Azur’s plentiful opportunities to shop and unwind. Hit the beaches and shopping districts of Cannes and Nice, or try your luck at Monte Carlo casino in Monaco
Day 10
Discover the Wonders of Èze,Vence and Grasse
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Journey inland for the day and visit the picturesque hilltop town of Èze, the medieval village of Vence and Grasse – the capital city of perfume
Day 11
Depart Nice
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Transfer to Nice airport for your homebound flight. Same-day arrival in the USA. Welcome home!
When should I go?
The ideal time is Year Round {Avoid the crowds! There are a lot of benefits to off season travel.}
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