Day 1: DEPART USA
Board your overnight flight (not included).

Day 2: PARIS AT LEISURE
On arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, Insight’s Airport Transfer Service departs for your tour hotel at 08:30, 11:00 & 13:30. The afternoon is yours to relax and settle in. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a Welcome reception with drink and a light meal, followed by time to relax.(Welcome Reception)

Day 3: PARIS SIGHTSEEING
In the mid 19th century, Baron Haussmann transformed much of medieval Paris into something more modern; admire his work on a guided city tour. You’ll see all the main sights; Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, Place de la Concorde, Champs Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. Then embark on a relaxing River Seine cruise which concludes with a visit to the gilded Église du Dome to see Napoleon’s tomb. The remainder of the day is at leisure in this most romantic of cities. There’s plenty of time to stroll by the Seine, visit the impressionist paintings of the Musée d’Orsay, or enjoy a pleasant hour or two watching the passers-by from a Parisian café.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4: PARIS AT LEISURE
There is certainly no shortage of things to do and see in this great capital city! Perhaps meet the enigmatic Mona Lisa in the Louvre? Ascend the Eiffel Tower by elevator, or the hill of Montmartre by mini-train, for superb panoramic views? Don’t miss the chance for a shopping spree in the famous department stores or the elegant designer boutiques of the Left Bank. By night why not try one of the world famous cabaret shows, for an evening of excitement and glamour?(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 5: PARIS – AVIGNON – NÎMES
Transfer to the Paris station to board a comfortable TGV train for a journey through fertile vineyards and agricultural lands to Provence. See the greatest of the Roman remains, the incredible three-tiered Pont du Gard, before arriving at the old Roman city of Nîmes. During your orientation tour, gaze up at the Roman Arena - you’ll see it’s more complete and better preserved than even Rome’s Colosseum. You’ll also see the 2,000 year old Maison Carrée, one of Europe’s finest Roman temples. Now on to your hotel for dinner.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6: AVIGNON AND COTES DU RHONE
Journey to Avignon, with its medieval battlements and 39 towers. See the ‘Pont d’Avignon’, immortalised in song, then walk through the narrow streets to visit the Palace of the Popes, the biggest Gothic palace in the world. After some free time, head towards the Rhone river and the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to taste the renowned wine. À votre santé! Return to Nîmes this afternoon where you are at leisure. This evening perhaps take an optional excursion to the fortified town of Aigues Mortes, completely encircled by ramparts?(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 7: EXCURSION TO ARLES
Spend the morning in Arles! Follow in the footsteps of Vincent Van Gogh on an orientation tour of this beautiful town. The Camargue begins at the gates of Arles and you return to Nîmes through part of this unique landscape. Soak up the atmosphere at an outdoor café, visit the modern Carré d’Art, or cool off amid the canals and shady walks of the Jardin de la Fontaine. It’s up to you. Tonight, for your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of local restaurants to choose from. Bon appetite!(Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around)

Day 8: NIMES – AIX-EN-PROVENCE – MONACO
Join the highway to “the most beautiful town in France after Paris”, Aix-En-Provence. After some time to appreciate the elegant mansions and bustling cafés of the Cours Mirabeau, continue to the hill-top village of St Paul de Vence, where contemporary painters perpetuate art as a living tradition. A walk through its winding streets reveals elegant fountains, vine-covered stone walls and views of mountains and sea. Then drive to the Principality of Monaco, ruled by the Grimaldi family since the 13th century.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9: MONACO AT LEISURE
Two days to relax and rub shoulders with the jet-set on the glamorous Cote d’Azur! But first, drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit. Then walk with your Tour Director through the old town to see the Royal Palace, where the Grimaldi family lives, the yachtfilled harbour and the Cathedral, housing the tombs of the late Prince Ranier and Princess Grace. The rest of the day is completely free to explore this fashionable resort, or venture further afield? The choice is yours.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10: MONACO AT LEISURE
Easy Pace means more time at leisure. Maybe have a late breakfast or take an optional excursion to the magnificent villa of the Baroness Rothschild, situated on Cap Ferrat? In the afternoon, perhaps spot the celebrities or do some last minute shopping in the exclusive boutiques of this unique principality. This evening, join your new found friends for a Celebration Dinner with local wine before your last chance to try your luck in one of the casinos of Monte Carlo. A perfect finalé to your tour.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)

Day 11: RETURN TO USA
Bid au revoir to the sunny French Riviera this morning. Insight’s Airport Transfer Service arrives at Nice Airport at 06:15 & 09:00.(Buffet Breakfast)