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Flavors of France: Provence and Paris
Imagine a place where the finest culinary delights meet the exquisite beauty of a pastoral Monet painting. Lose yourself in the exhilarating hues and hills of legendary Provence, then flip the traveler's coin and revel in the magnificent architecture and art of belle Paris. From The City of a Thousand Fountains to The City of Lights, this is one trip sure to make you say Oh la la!
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Package Inclusions
- The services of two Adventure Guides
- Family Activities and special fun for the kids
- Accommodations
- Scheduled meals, activities & entertainment
- Luggage service
- Transportation within your adventure
- Cultural entertainment with local experts
- VIP access and exclusive activities
- Kayak under the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct, and enjoy a private picnic lunch on the banks
- Savour an exclusive Provencal lunch at the Chateau Beaupre, including wine tasting for adults
- Enjoy a special visit to Cézanne's favourite hillsides with a local expert as Junior Adventurers learn to paint their own Impressionist masterpieces
- Bike along the crest of the Petit Luberon mountains on the scenic Route des Cretes
- Dine at the Eiffel Tower and take a ride to the top for a spectacular view of Paris
- Explore the Louvre on a privately-guided tour where Junior Adventurers play an art detective game
- Celebrate with a Parisian dining experience of the Champs-Elysees at the famed La Duree restaurant, complete with a live accordion performance
- Learn to play Petanque with a local expert
- Visit the charming hilltop village of Gordes - named one of "The Most Beautiful Villages in France"
- Travel in style to Paris, in first class, aboard the TGV high-speed bullet train
- Take in unique city views during a water-taxi ride along the famous Seine River
- Junior Adventurers enjoy a sweets tasting of Provencal specialties like nougats, caramels and Calissons
Adventures by Disney
Travel with Adventures by Disney and let us share the world's stories with you. It starts with our amazing Adventure Guides, thoughtful hosts who help immerse you in the true stories of your destination. And then there are the destinations themselves, some of the world's best places. And of course, the experiences you'll share will be beyond your wildest dreams. All with the high quality and service you know you'll get with Disney.
- Day 1: Arrive at Marseille Airport: Bienvenue! Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Grand Hotel Mercure Roi Rene in Aix-en-Provence. The Grand Hotel Mercure Roi Rene: After your Adventure Guide checks you in, unwind form the flight in this comfortable hotel named after The Good King Rene, the royal poet and painter. Lunch on Your Own: If you arrive early in the day, explore on your own the many lunch options in this historic district. Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations. Poolside Reception and Welcome: Meet your fellow adventurers at the poolside reception in the hotel's interior courtyard. Dinner at Le Passage: Taste the magic of Provencal cuisine as you dine at this contemporary brasserie in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. Admire the modern gallery exhibition that adorns the walls.
- Day 2: Walking Tour of Aix-en-Provence: Stroll with a local expert through the cobblestone streets of this beautiful Roman town that was home to the celebrated painter Paul Cézanne. Discover Aix's numerous fountains, some as ancient as the Roman empire and bubbling with warm waters from the city's famous therapeutic hot springs. Visit to Cézanne's Painting Locale: Ride the motor coach to scenic summit of Colline des Lauves, a hillside just outside of Aix, where Cézanne painted 11 oil paintings and 17 watercolour paintings, all exhibited by the greatest museums in the world. As your local expert shares the history of this influential artist, view the Sainte Victoire mountain, which dominates the landscape and inspired some of Cézanne's most memorable works. Picnic Lunch at Chateau de Beaupre: Enjoy a picnic at this opulent country manor surrounded by verdant vineyards and the lush colours of Cézanne's cherished countryside. Wine Tasting and Nougat Noshing: After lunch, adults tour the winery and participate in a privately hosted wine tasting in the 19th century cellar, while Junior Adventurers indulge their sweet tooth with Provencal nougat, buttery caramels and other regional specialties. Petanque: Learn from a local expert the French version of lawn bowling called petanque, a fun and deceptively challenging game. Dinner on Your Own in Aix: Aix-en-Provence offers delectable cuisine from very corner of the world. Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations to make this dinner on your own a memorable one. Afterwards, stroll through the romantic narrow streets by moonlight.
- Day 3: Kayak Gard River to Pont du Gard*: Discover Provence's scenic wonders on this kayaking adventure*! As you glide along the gentle Gard River, pass canyons surrounded by cypress trees and oaks, and enjoy the view as your kayak floats under the ancient Roman Pont du Gard aqueduct. Picnic Lunch at Pont du Gard: This architectural marvel provides an impressive backdrop as you picnic with your fellow adventurers along the riverbank. Pont du Gard Channel Walk and Museum Tour: Take in the stunning view of the countryside as a local expert guides you along the massive stone water channel. Afterwards, learn the amazing history of the Roman aqueduct via giant multimedia screens and magnificently detailed models. A Special Provençal Dinner: The culinary artistry of Provençe continues to paint your palate with sensational flavors at an included dinner with your fellow adventurers. Disney Movie Night: While adults take a break at the hotel from the day's activities, Junior Adventurers enjoy a private Disney movie presentation with milk and cookies.
- Day 4: Bicycle and Walking Excursion: Pedal on a scenic road that winds along the crest of the picturesque Petit Luberon mountains. For those who prefer to keep both feet on the ground, stroll along a charming wooded path that parallels the bicycle route. Afterwards, continue by motor coach to the fantastic medieval village of Gordes. Lunch On Your Own in Gordes: This quaint historic town clings to the mountain's flanks -- no wonder it has been named one of "The Most Beautiful Villages in France"! Stroll through its narrow streets to discover a variety of inviting restaurants. Tour the Ochre Cliffs of Roussillon: Once a source of ochre for paint pigments, these startling rock formations surround the charming village of Roussillon. After the privately guided tour, admire on your own the meandering streets and jaunty rooftops of this colorful hamlet. A Special Provençal Dinner: The culinary artistry of Provençe continues to paint your palate with sensational flavors at an included dinner with your fellow adventurers.
- Day 5: Travel to Paris: Experience high-tech French transportation as the sleek TGV bullet train speeds you to your next destination: Paris! Lunch on the TGV: Taste the sumptuous bread of France's famous Paul's Boulangerie, which provides your boxed lunch during the speedy rail trip north. City Tour of Paris: Soak up the sensational sights of Paris on a motor coach tour before heading to your hotel for check-in. Then join your Adventure Guides for an orientation tour of the stately neighborhood surrounding the hotel. Arrive at Hotel Napoleon: Steps away from the Champs Elyseés, this elegant hotel features old world décor with modern amenities. Make yourself at home in the cradle of the arts! Dinner On Your Own in Paris: Now is the chance to venture out and experience the grand French ritual of le dîner! Your Adventure Guides will help you find the perfect restaurant for an extraordinary family meal on your own as only the French can create.
- Day 6: Louvre Museum: After breakfast, learn from local experts about the world's greatest masterpieces-including the enigmatic Mona Lisa-from an expert art historian. Meanwhile, kids will love discovering famous art works as they play "Louvre Art Detective," an interactive scavenger hunt through the museum. Seine River Water Taxi: Take in the beauty of the city from a unique point of view as you ride the Seine Water Taxi to the Eiffel Tower for lunch. Lunch at Altitude 95 on the Eiffel Tower: Ride the elevator to the first level of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy the view as you dine at the stylish Altitude 95 restaurant. View from the Top of the Eiffel Tower: Ride the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower and snap some photos of the breathtaking views. Afternoon On Your Own in Paris: In the afternoon, ask your Adventure Guides to help your family plan an ideal experience on your own in the city. Shop in trendy boutiques, meander though museums, or visit legendary landmarks like Les Catacombs, Notre Dame, the cemetery of Père-LaChaise, and more! Farewell Dinner: Dine in the height of elegance at the Ladurée restaurant, steps away from the Arc de Triomphe.
- Day 7: Breakfast at the Hotel: Bid your fellow adventurers a bon voyage as you enjoy one last meal in Paris. Transfer to Airport: Board pre-arranged transportation to the airport and say au revoir until you return again!
For reservations or additional information, call 1-866-286-9323 to speak with an experienced travel consultant.
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