DAY 1 I NICE
Arrive in Nice and take a city tour on your way to the hotel.
No other city in France offers such a variety of architecture types and
styles than the capital of the French Riviera, also known to host the first
baroque heritage of France. Successively Celtic, Greek, Roman,
Provencal, Savoyard, Piedmontese, French, Nice had a fantastic and
unique destiny and we still have the chance to see tracks of all these
periods scattered all over the city. From the Old town to the Cimiez hill,
passing by the most striking districts, we'll take you to a journey through
history, architecture, gastronomy, traditions, wine, panoramas, art and
anecdotes. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Nice.
DAY 2 I NICE I MONACO I MONTE-CARLO I EZE I NICE
Departure for
Monaco by the lower level road, passing through Villefranche & Cap
Ferrat, their beautiful bays considered the first port of Nice. Visit the
Citadel from the 16th century and the Rothschild Museum. There will be
a photo stop in Beaulieu, which means "nice place". Then continue on
to Eze "sea side" and enjoy a nice view of the old Eze medieval village.
Visit Cap d'Ail and admire the luxury villas and sea side resorts. Arrive in
the principality of Monaco and take a panoramic tour visiting the Princes
Palace, the Cathedral where the grave of the Princess Grace Kelly is
located, and the Oceanographic Museum. There will be some free time
before continuing on to Monte Carlo, known by the formula one circuit.
Free time at the main square to visit the casino, the Hotel de Paris, the
gardens, and the opera. On the way back to Nice, stop for visit at the
perfume factory Fragonard. Stop for some free time in Eze medieval
village to discover the 10th century old city. Overnight in Nice. (B)
DAY 3 I NICE I AVIGNON I LYON
Avignon, as well as Chateauneuf, are
linked by a common history, but they offer very different experiences for
the genuine visitor. In Avignon, the Palace of the Popes, the largest
medieval construction in the world, and the famous bridge, are
internationally famous, but they are just some elements of a much larger
treasure. Any street of Avignon displays a wealth of architecture,
monuments, museums, chapels and churches, as well as typical southern
charm. You cannot consider one without enjoying the other. From the
market to the little street cafes, from the "Grand" history to the local
traditions, you will breath Avignon, you will "live" the south. Make the
same journey that the pope did, and reach the village of Chateauneufdu-
Pape. Nested in the middle of the vineyards, the AOC is simply one of the
most prestigious one in the planet. It is also a village full of charm and
life, a place where people know the value of a good lunch! You will then
visit a vineyard and taste the wine as the tradition request, but you will
also go up to the ruins of the castle to discover a panorama that didn't
change much over the centuries. Overnight in Lyon. (B)
DAY 4 I LYON
In the morning, enjoy a special tour of "les halles" where
the chefs go to shop and taste of some of Lyon's specialties. Then
continue the tour with quartier St Jean, la Fourviere, and les traboules.
Overnight in Lyon. (B)
DAY 5 I LYON I ANNECY I CHAMONIX
This morning depart to Chamonix.
On the way, we will stop for a city tour of Annecy and a one hour cruise
on the lake. The discovery of Lake Annecy is a passport for health and
vitality as well as serenity and relaxation. It's first of all admiring an
exceptional landscape made of blue, green and white, clear water, forests
and snow. The panorama of the lake and the surrounding mountains is
soft, not sharp, but nevertheless full of alpine character: the lake is
located at 447 meters high, but it is overlooked at the highest point by
the Tournette Mountain, a stunning summit shaped like an armchair at
2351 meters high. Here you are in union with the reigning nature
because for over 40 years the main focus has been "respect and
protection". But these protected spaces are also accessible for discovery
and wonder, to reach a reasonable harmony between the landscape, the
inhabitants and the visitors. From the 19th century tourists from many
countries have come to this universe that is now known all over the world.
They are attracted by the unique beauty of the site and by the quality of
the efforts made to save the lake and its surroundings from any
irreversible pollution. Overnight in Chamonix. (B)
DAY 6 I CHAMONIX I MONT BLANC I CHAMONIX
Toward the roof of
Europe!! Up to the Mont Blanc by telepherique (in case of bad weather,
it will be replaced by the train de Montenvers to go to the "Mer de Glace").
For more than 50 years, the most famous and one of the highest aiguille
de Chamonix has been an essential world attraction. From the center of
Chamonix, a 20 minutes ride in the Aiguille du Midi cable car takes you
to the gateway to the high Alps at a height of 3,842 m. From its height of
3,777m, the Aiguille du Midi and its laid-out terraces offer a 360 ℃ view
of all the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. A lift brings you to the summit
terrace at 3,842m, where you will have a clear view of Mont Blanc. LE
PAS DANS LE VIDE! Since December 21, 2013, the more fearless will
take a step into the void, onto a 2.50 m glass cage out over a 1000 m
precipice. A product of modern architectural and technical prowess and
a sensation packed experience. THE PIPE: A long steel gallery of 32m to
make the full rotation of the central peak of the Aiguille du Midi.
Overnight in Chamonix. (B)
DAY 7 I CHAMONIX I GENEVA TO USA
Transfer to Geneva airport for
your return flight home. (B)
(B) - Breakfast, (L) - Lunch, (D) - Dinner
Hotel and Itinerary are subject to change.