Compare Paris & Rome Explorer by Great Value Vacations vs Ultimate Southern France (Bordeaux, 2024) by Luxury Gold
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| Duration | 7 days | 12 days |
| Price From | $ 2,060 | $ 8,695 |
| Price Per Day | $ 294 | $ 725 |
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| Trip Style | Self-guided tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | No |
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Start your trip in Paris. Visit the Louvre, home to the famous Mona Lisa, stroll among French gardens, and indulge in a drink or snack at a lovely outdoor cafe while taking in the gorgeous views of the Eiffel Tower. You can take a trip to the Palace of Versailles, or visit the Arc de Triomphe at your leisure. Then, make your way to Rome. Watch the life of a city stretch all the way from ages past in the architecture, food, and art ingrained in this historic city. Sight-see across the entire city. Visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum, all of which are close to one another. Don't forget to take a break and treat yourself to a gelato in between your stops. |
Relax and unwind on a guided tour that takes you from Monaco to France. Cruise to spectacular Saint-Tropez, marvelling at the coastal town’s ancient walls for unparalleled views of its medieval towers. Step inside the Aix-En-Provence Cathedral, a national treasure and religious landmark. Slide into the passenger’s seat of a vintage car and be chauffeured through the countryside to an acclaimed winery for a private tour. Experience Calanques National Park, journeying past towering limestone cliffs looming over turquoise waters. Indulge in a diverse range of spectacular dining experiences, from exquisite seafood dinners to Michelin hotel meals. Learn about Bordeaux's unique history from a Local Expert or take a guided bike ride to learn about the city’s sustainability efforts.The Activity Level of this tour is Dynamic, meaning this journey features 4+ miles of walking on some days and may involve steep hills. |
Day 1 Welcome to Paris, France!
Upon arrival in Paris you'll have the day at your leisure. After you check-in to your hotel, begin exploring the City of Light! Be sure to admire the Centre Georges Pompidou, an eclectic piece of architecture housing many interesting art exhibits.
Day 2 Paris
Your time in Paris will be totally at your leisure. Perhaps you'd like to begin today with a visit to one of the most famous museums in the world- the Louvre. Admire Da Vinci’s internationally famous masterpiece, the Mona Lisa. Afterwards, continue sightseeing or perhaps go back to your hotel and relax.
Day 3 Paris
Today you will want to see the most iconic site in Paris and one of the most famous in the world- the Eiffel Tower. Built in 1889 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution, this monument was meant to last 20 years but has since been renovated and restored to last much longer. Although the Eiffel Tower is beautiful during the day, if you come at night when it is a sparkling beacon of shining lights, you will be blown away.
Day 4 Paris - Rome, Italy
Upon arrival in Rome you'll make your way to your lovely accommodation. The remainder of the day is yours to spend however you'd like! You'll be situated in the southern part of this historic city.
Day 5 Rome
Start using your hop-on/hop-off bus today! Enjoy views from the top of your sightseeing bus, then hop off and explore the sights you've always dreamed of. Hop off at the Colosseum today. Across the street from the Colosseum in the ancient Roman Forum. After exploring these landmarks, you can take the short walk over to the Trevi Fountain. Throw a coin in and make a wish!
Day 6 Rome
Continue using your hop-on/hop-off bus pass. Start the day with a leisurely stroll through Rome. Reach the Vatican City and visit St. Peter’s Basilica. The site of the tomb of St. Peter was built between 1506 and 1590. A visit to this basilica is much more than a religious experience. You will feel the history running through the veins of this church. You will see the marble Pieta done by the Michelangelo behind bullet proof glass after being attacked in 1972.
Day 7 Depart Italy
Depart Rome today and return home after an unforgettable vacation.
Day 1: Welcome to the French Riviera
Transfer to your hotel before dining waterside at Fontvieille marina. Enjoy an evening drive along the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit to the Grimaldi Palace.
Fairmont Monte Carlo.
Dinner
Day 2: Nice Sightseeing Relaxed Start
In Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, join a Local Expert touring the opulent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Continue to Nice where joining a Local Expert on a walk through the streets of Old Nice viewing the opera house, admire the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral and maybe taste some socca at the colorful food market on the Cours Saleya.
Fairmont Monte Carlo.
Breakfast
Day 3: Star-studded St. Tropez
Step into the 1950s glamour of the French Riviera in St. Tropez. Join a Local Expert to discover the boutiques, the old town and admire the yachts in the marina. Taste the local Tarte Tropézienne custard-filled, sugar-topped pastry at the bakery where it was first created. Delight this evening in an elegant Michelin Star meal at La Magdeleine.
La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Aix-en-Provence Relaxed Start
Join your Local Expert to discover the ancient Roman town. Follow in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne along the tree-lined boulevard of Cours Mirabeau and enjoy a French pastry and coffee in one of the most prestigious residences . Curate your visit at the Château La Coste open-air museum on a Guided Art Walk around the grounds or a wine-tasting experience.
La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Breakfast
Day 5: Calanques National Park Relaxed Start
Indulge in another Relaxed Start before strolling or cycling the Château gardens. Then try pétanque or lounge poolside. Arriving in Cassis, board your private cruise. Pass towering limestone cliffs, fjord-like inlets and hidden beaches of Calanques National Park. Savor the evening with a gourmet seafood dinner.
La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: French Icons
Visit the village of Lourmarin to browse the stalls of its famous market. Take a seat in your vintage Citroen 2CV and embark on a chauffeured drive through the Luberon mountains, through lush vineyards and scenic villages arriving at the Domaine de la Citadelle winery to taste its wines with a picnic prepared by local chef Madame Dromer.
Maison Albar L'Imperator, Nimes
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Les Baux Relaxed Start
Visit the renowned Pont du Gard, a well-preserved Roman aqueduct. Observe how this three-level, 900-footlong bridge was built out of soft yellow limestone blocks from a nearby quarry. Stop in Avignon and admire the Palace of the Popes, the famous broken bridge and beautiful squares shaded by leafy platanes. Continue through the Alpilles National Park to the village of Les Baux de Provence.
Maison Albar L'Imperator, Nimes
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Arles and Carcassonne Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Journey on to the fortified city of Carcassonne, one of the largest surviving medieval walled cities in Europe. Explore Van Gogh's town of Arles and visit the Roman Amphitheater with a Local Expert. Journey through Camargue to your hotel in Carcassonne in the heart of the city.
Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery, Carcassonne.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Carcassonne and the Languedoc Region Relaxed Start
After exploring Carcassonne venture into the rolling countryside to the village of Lastours overlooked by its four Cathar castles. Meet Jean-Marc Boyer, the Michelin-starred Chef of Le Puits du Trésor where you enjoy a traditional French cooking class and savor the food you have prepared accompanied by local wine. Relax on our evening cruise of the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery, Carcassonne.
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10: Bordeaux
Journey to the enchanting city of Bordeaux where you will have time to explore this elegant, 18th - century jewel on the banks of the Garonne. Awaken your senses at the Bassins des Lumières Museum and enjoy an evening at leisure to get acquainted with the local cuisine and fabulous wines this area has to offer.
Le Grand Hotel, Bordeaux.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Bordeaux Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Learn about the 18th-century architecture of Vieux Bordeaux with a Local Expert. Or set off on a leisurely bike ride around the Garonne River before ending at the picturesque Jardin Public.
Le Grand Hotel, Bordeaux.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Depart Bordeaux
After breakfast you are transferred to Bordeaux Airport as your Luxury Gold journey comes to an end.
Breakfast
