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GLOBUS: FRENCH WINTER SAMPLER (XP)
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GLOBUS: FRENCH WINTER SAMPLER (XP)
9 days incl. air, or 8 days from Paris to Nice
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Enjoy two nights in Paris, where guided sightseeing includes a ride up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower; an overnight in Lyon, France's second-largest city; and 2-night stays in Nimes and Nice. Stops are made in Beaune, capital of Burgundy; in Chateauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting; in Avignon to see the Palace of the Popes; at Pont du Gard to see the Roman aqueduct; and in Arles, the city where Van Gogh painted more than 300 canvases. Before arriving in Nice, stop in famous Aix-en-Provence and drive through Cannes of film festival fame. Optional excursions to Monte Carlo and the artist town of St. Paul de Vence are available. An unforgettable vacation!

Special Departure:
December 25 - New Year's Eve in Nice

HOTELS
Paris Mercure Tour Eiffel Suffren (F), Lyon Mercure Grand Hotel Saxe Lafayette (F), Nimes Imperator Concorde (F),
Nice Boscolo Plaza (SF)
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Tour OperatorGlobus
OfferOffer valid through 2/28/2010
Duration
9 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Board your overnight transatlantic flight(Fri.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Day 2Paris(Sat.) The day is free to rest or to start exploring the French capital. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a special welcome dinner with wine in one of Paris' fine restaurants. (D)
Day 3Paris(Sun.) Discover the world capital of chic and style with a Local Guide and admire its most famous sights: Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Madeleine, Louvre, and Champs-Elysees. For a panoramic view, take the elevator to the second floor of the EIFFEL TOWER. An optional excursion to the baroque Palace of Versailles is available. Tonight a lively cabaret show might be just the ticket. (B)
Day 4Lyon(Mon.) A comfortable drive to Beaune, capital of Burgundy. Time for lunch and to explore the attractive little shops before continuing to Lyon, France's second-largest city. Drive up to FOURVIERE HILL with its basilica to enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the city and its Roman ruins. (B)
Day 5Nimes(Tue.) Stop for a WINE TASTING in famous Chateuneuf-du-Pape on your way to Avignon. Here, walk to the magnificent Palace of the Popes and the bridge of the popular song, and have plenty of time for lunch and to browse through the little shops. Next, stop in Pont du Gard for pictures of the famous 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct, a monumental feat of engineering completed in the year 19 BC, before arriving in Nimes for your overnight stay. (B,D)
Day 6Nimes(Wed.) Highlight this morning is an excursion to Arles, the city where Van Gogh painted more than 300 canvases. Your orientation features the famous Roman amphitheater. Afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)
Day 7Nice(Thu.) The morning is dedicated to Aix-en-Provence, one of France's most elegant cities. Explore its center on foot, stroll along shaded Cours Mirabeau, admire its famous cafes and fountains, and discover colorful squares. Later, head east past Cezanne's Mount St. Victoire and drive through Cannes, where you will see the Festival Hall and the Croisette on your way to Nice, the sophisticated 'Queen of the Riviera.' An optional excursion to Monte Carlo is available. (B)
Day 8Nice(Fri.) Enjoy this enchanting resort on the Cote d'Azur at your own pace. Browse through the elegant shops or stroll along the Promenade des Anglais. Join your Tour Director for a walk through the OLD TOWN and its colorful flower market, and you may wish to join an optional excursion to the famous artist town of St. Paul de Vence. (B)
Day 9Return Home(Sat.) Your homebound flight from Nice arrives the same day. (B)
Dates/Pricing
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DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
January 09, 2010$1,419.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
January 23, 2010$1,429.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
February 06, 2010$1,429.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
February 20, 2010$1,429.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
March 06, 2010$1,429.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
March 20, 2010$1,439.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
April 03, 2010$1,529.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
Disclaimer
US$ Price Details

Single supplement not applicable on this vacation.

Triples no reduction

Extra nights per person in Paris:
in single room $238, in twin room $131, in triple room $118

Extra nights per person in Nice:
in single room $198, in twin room $142, in triple room $126

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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.

Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.

Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.

Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.