INCLUDED QUALITY DINING
A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)Enjoy an authentic Provençal Highlight Lunch with drinks (HL)Choose from a selection of restaurants in the Dordogne (DA)Celebration Dinner with wine at a Parisian Restaurant (CD)15 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursEnjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageStandard class train journey by TGV from Poitiers to ParisInsight Traveller Welcome packAirport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 17 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)

Day 1: DEPART USA
Board your overnight flight (not included).

Day 2: PARIS AT LEISURE
Welcome to Paris, one of the world’s most exciting cities! Airport transfers depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport for the tour hotel at 08:30, 11:00 & 13:30. Relax and settle in, or start exploring this great capital. This evening, join your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception and light informal meal. Afterwards, the ‘city of light’ awaits.(Welcome Reception)

Day 3: PARIS – TROYES – CHABLIS – DIJON
Head to Troyes, capital of the Champagne region - its magnificent core of medieval buildings is appropriately shaped like a champagne cork. Continue into Burgundy, once a powerful duchy and synonymous with fine wine. En route, hear an informative tutorial about the wines that make this region so famous. Stop in the quiet village of Chablis for a taste of the local nectar before reaching Dijon.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4: VÉZELAY EXCURSION
Set off through the leafy Burgundian countryside with road signs that read like a wine list. Stop in the picturesque town of Vézelay. 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.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 5: DIJON – CHAMONIX
Head towards the Maconnais and Beaujolais before turning east into the Alps. A scenic symphony awaits you as you head into the high Alps, and climb towards Mont Blanc and the fashionable ski resort of Chamonix. On arrival, take the cable-car to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi, where the panoramic views of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps are spectacular!(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 6: CHAMONIX – ANNECY – AIX-LES-BAINS
After breakfast, embark on 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, nestled on the edge of France’s largest and most celebrated lake, Lac du Bourget and overlooked by Mt Revard.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7: AIX-LES-BAINS – NICE
Glorious mountain scenery today, as you travel in the footsteps of Napoleon, 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.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 8: MONACO EXCURSION
On a morning sightseeing tour, journey to the principality of Monaco to see the Grimaldi Palace. You 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.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9: NICE – AIX-EN-PROVENCE – AVIGNON
Visit the medieval village of St Paul de Vence, perched high above the Riviera beaches. A walk through its winding streets reveals elegant fountains, vine-covered stone walls and views of mountains and sea. Continue to Aix-en-Provence to see the cafés and sumptuous mansions lining the Cours Mirabeau. A fabulous highlight lunch including wine has been arranged for you here. Journey into the Luberon, made famous by Peter Mayle’s book “A Year in Provence” and head for Avignon.(Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)

Day 10: RHÔNE EXCURSION
First to perhaps the greatest legacy of the Romans’ presence, the imposing three tiered aqueduct, Pont du Gard. Head towards the Rhône River and the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to taste the famous wine. Return to Avignon, where you see the ‘Pont d’Avignon’ and visit the mighty Palace of the Popes.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 11: AVIGNON – ARLES – NÎMES
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 Nîmes. An orientation tour shows you the Roman Arena and 2,000-year-old Roman Temple, Maison Carrée.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 12: NÎMES – CARCASSONNE – ALBI
Cross the fertile Languedoc region, before heading inland to the 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.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 13: ALBI – ROCAMADOUR – DORDOGNE
Stop in Cahors, famous for its ‘Black Wine’, before heading to Rocamadour. A resting place for pilgrims on their way to Spain, the medieval town is perched on a cliff side above the Alzou River. After some time to explore, drive on to your hotel in the Dordogne. There is a selection of local restaurants to choose from for your dining pleasure tonight.(Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around)

Day 14: DORDOGNE VALLEY EXCURSION
A morning drive takes you into the stunning Valley of the Dordogne to visit the prehistoric site at Lascaux to view the world-famous cave paintings. Later make your way to the town of Sarlat-la-Canéda with its fine historic golden limestone houses.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 15: DORDOGNE – PARIS
Drive to historic Poitiers to board your sleek TGV train for the fast and comfortable journey to Paris. By night why not try a French cabaret show?(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 16: PARIS SIGHTSEEING
Sightseeing with a local guide shows you Notre Dame Cathedral and façades of the Louvre. Drive along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Stop for a photo of the Eiffel Tower before embarking on a scenic cruise along the Seine. Then transfer to the gilded Église du Dôme for a visit to the tomb of Napoleon. For your final night on tour enjoy a Celebration Dinner at a typical Parisian restaurant with good wine, food and company.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)

Day 17: RETURN TO USA
Bid au revoir to the French capital. Departure transfers arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08:00 & 11:00. Alternatively, transfer to the elegant River Baroness for a delightful 7 night river cruise down the Seine.(Buffet Breakfast)

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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Troyes: Explore the medieval heart of the Champagne capital.Chablis: Enjoy a short tutorial and taste the famous wines.Vézelay: Visit this medieval town with its famous basilica.Chamonix: Stay in France’s mountaineering capital.Excursion by cable-car to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi.Monaco: See the Royal Palace and visit the Cathedral.Saint-Paul de Vence: Discover the village’s artistic vocation.Aix-en-Provence: See the mansions of the Cours Mirabeau.Avignon: Visit the old Papal Palace and see the famous bridge.Pont du Gard: See the famous Roman aqueduct.Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Wine tasting.Arles: Visit the Roman Amphitheatre.Camargue: Visit Stes Maries-de-la-Mer.Nîmes: See the Maison Carrée and Roman Arena.Carcassonne: Enjoy a walking tour of this fortified town.Cahors: Visit this lovely town.Rocamadour: Visit this medieval cliff top town.Dordogne: See the prehistoric cave paintings of Lascaux.See the golden limestone houses of Sarlat-la-Canéda.Paris: See Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Relax on a Seine cruise and visit Napoleon’s tomb.Scenic Drives: Burgundy, High Alps, Route Napoleon, Cote d’Azur, Camargue, Dordogne Valley.

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