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The Elegance & Charm of the Italian & French Rivieras - 7 days from £429, 8 days from £619, 9 days from £699

Your Holiday Itinerary

7-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Diano Marina, Italy for a four night stay. B,D
  • Day 3 – Nice and Èze (included). Our included excursion begins in the spectacular medieval hillside village of Èze, perched high above the Med, with stunning views. Here we tour the famous Fragonard Perfumerie Factory. Next we visit the coastal city of Nice with its famous Promenade des Anglais which sweeps along the Mediterranean. Behind it lies the picturesque old town with its narrow streets and alleys where you’ll find shopping bargains and small cafés. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – St. Paul de Vence and Cannes (included). Today’s included excursion takes us a few miles inland to the charming hillside village of St. Paul de Vence, a beautiful, fortified medieval village. Wander the cobblestoned streets, admire the paintings, craft shops and boutiques and soak up the atmosphere of a village dating back to the 1500s. We end the day in Cannes, home of the famous film festival. Take a stroll along the treelined Boulevard de la Croisette with hotels, designer boutiques and gardens on one side and glorious beaches on the other. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – Monaco and Monte Carlo (optional). Optional visit to the world’s smallest sovereign state of Monaco and glitzy Monte Carlo. If you feel lucky, take a chance in the Grand Casino with its lavish interiors decorated in the striking Belle Epoque style. B,L,D
  • Day 6 – To northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 7 – To Calais then return home. B

 8-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Diano Marina, Italy for a five-night stay. B,D
  • Day 3 – Nice and Èze (included). Our included excursion begins in the spectacular medieval hillside village of Èze, perched high above the Med, with stunning views. Here we tour the famous Fragonard Perfumerie Factory. Next we visit the coastal city of Nice with its famous Promenade des Anglais which sweeps along the Mediterranean. Behind it lies the picturesque old town with its narrow streets and alleys where you’ll find shopping bargains and small cafés. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – St. Paul de Vence and Cannes (included). Today’s included excursion takes us a few miles inland to the charming hillside village of St. Paul de Vence, a beautiful, fortified medieval village. Wander the cobblestoned streets, admire the paintings, craft shops and boutiques and soak up the atmosphere of a village dating back to the 1500s. We end the day in Cannes, home of the famous film festival. Take a stroll along the treelined Boulevard de la Croisette with hotels, designer boutiques and gardens on one side and glorious beaches on the other. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – Monaco and Monte Carlo (optional). Optional visit to the world’s smallest sovereign state of Monaco and glitzy Monte Carlo. If you feel lucky, take a chance in the Grand Casino with its lavish interiors decorated in the striking Belle Epoque style. B,L,D
  • Day 6 – Alassio (optional). Enjoy our optional excursion to the beautiful resort of Alassio with its splendid sandy beaches, stretching out over 3 kms. Here you can take a leisurely stroll along the promenade or relax in a sea front café. B,L,D
  • Day 7 – To northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 8 – To Calais then return home. B

9-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Diano Marina, Italy for a six night stay. B,D
  • Day 3 – Nice and Èze (included). Full-day included excursion. This area is famous for its perfumes, and we start with a tour of the Fragonard Perfume Factory in Èze. Also enjoy the stunning views from this medieval village perched high above the Med. Next we visit the coastal city of Nice with its famous Promenade des Anglais which fronts the city, sweeping along the Mediterranean. Behind it lies the picturesque old town, with its narrow streets and alleys where you’ll find many shops and small cafés. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – Free time. A day to relax in resort. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – Santa Margherita and Portofino or Alassio (optional). We offer an optional excursion to Santa Margherita, with its attractive promenade in front of the marina, then weather permitting, take a boat to Portofino, the picturesque village whose pretty harbour, with a galaxy of designer shops, draws in the rich and famous to relax. Take time to soak up the atmosphere in this heavenly spot. If the weather prevents us from visiting Portofino then instead we visit the beautiful resort of Alassio with its splendid sandy beaches stretching out over 3 km. Here you can take a leisurely stroll along the promenade or relax in a sea-front café. B,L,D
  • Day 6 – Monaco and Monte Carlo (optional). Join our optional excursion to glitzy Monte Carlo. If you feel lucky, take a chance in the Grand Casino, with its lavish interiors decorated in the striking Belle Epoque style. B,L,D
  • Day 7 – St. Paul de Vence and Cannes (included). Join our included excursion a few miles inland to the charming hillside village of St. Paul de Vence, a beautiful fortified medieval village. Wander the cobbled streets, browse the craft shops and boutiques and soak up the atmosphere of a village dating back to the 1500s. We end the day in Cannes, home of the famous film festival. Take a stroll along the treelined Boulevard de la Croisette with hotels, designer boutiques and gardens on one side and glorious beaches on the other. B,L,D
  • Day 8 – To northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 9 – To Calais then return home. B

Included Meals: B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

Notes

Prices are per person, based on two sharing.

Extras:

  • Optional excursions
  • Single room supplement £109 (7 day), £139 (8 and 9 days)
  • Travel insurance from £44.95 

Early Booking Discount Special Offer!

£40 off 9-day October 2012 & all 9-day 2013 departures when you book before 30 June 2012. Quote reference "EBR12" when making your booking by telephone or enter as your discount code on the payment page for online bookings.

Passengers :

Tour Includes

  • Free local joining points
  • Travel by executive coach
  • 6, 7 or 8 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast, 4, 5 or 6 evening meals & 3, 4 or 5 packed lunches (except free day in Diano Marina - 9 day tour) 
  • Selection of drinks (e.g. beer, wine, local spirits, soft drinks, tea and coffee) available free of charge from 9am until midnight on a daily basis during your stay at the Hotel Delle Mimose.
  • Included excursions:
    • Nice & Èze
    • St.Paul de Vence and Cannes

Optional Excursions

  • Monaco and Monte Carlo
  • Alassio (8 day tour only)
  • Santa Margherita and Portofino or Alassio (9 day tour only)

Silver Service

Upgrade to Silver Service and enjoy these extras

  • Travel by Silver Service luxury coach which includes:
    • Extra legroom for your added comfort
    • Comfortable rear lounge to relax and chat
    • FREE personal headphones with a choice of music & DVDs
  • Porterage in all hotels
  • Smaller, more personal group

Tour Dates

Elegance & Charm Of The Italian & French Rivieras (9 Days) - Silver Service
Tour Ref: 9IFMV/1

26 May 2012 - £799.00

16 June 2012 - £809.00

23 June 2012 - £809.00

07 July 2012 - £819.00

21 July 2012 - £829.00

28 July 2012 - £829.00

01 September 2012 - £829.00

15 September 2012 - £819.00

29 September 2012 - £769.00

20 October 2012 - £709.00

27 April 2013 - £699.00

25 May 2013 - £799.00

15 June 2013 - £799.00


Elegance & Charm Of The Italian & French Rivieras (9 Days)
Tour Ref: 9IFM/1

30 June 2012 - £699.00


Elegance & Charm Of The Italian & French Rivieras (7 Days) - Silver Service
Tour Ref: 7IFMV/1

18 February 2013 - £479.00

11 March 2013 - £489.00

25 March 2013 - £499.00