11 days tour

French Rendez-Vous

$ 3,199 .00 USD

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French Rendez-Vous

This tour includes:

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

Accommodation

10 nights hotel accommodation

Guide

With GLOBUS, thereโ€™s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. Weโ€™d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

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The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Transport

Coach

Not included:

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip French Rendez-Vous

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Paris, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Paris, France

      Welcome to Paris! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

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  • Day 2 Day 2: Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Paris

      Jโ€™adore Paris PARIS Free time this morning followed by guided sightseeing that features the Arc de Triomphe, les Champs-Elysรฉes and a visit to the Courtyard of Les Invalides.
      This evening, enjoy a dinner cruise on the Seine with incredible sights of the city.* (B,D)

      * Note: for operational reasons, schedule changes for the Paris program cannot be excluded.

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES What better way to complete your visit to Paris than with a dinner cruise along the Seine. Gaze at the City of Light from your ship, while indulging in French fare and wine. Bon Appetit!


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Parisโ€“Nantes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Parisโ€“Nantes

      Voyages Extraordinaires NANTES Guided walking tour includes sights of the Chรขteau des Ducs de Bretagne, Ile Feydeau, Place Royale and Passage Pommeraye. (B)
      239 mi / 385 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      LEGENDARY LIVES Situated on the Loire river, the once busy port of Nantes influenced the young Jules Verne, who was born and raised there, to become attracted to the sea and travel. His books about voyage and exploration are translated all over the world, and has led him to often be regarded as the โ€œFather of sci-fiโ€. In Nantes he is said to be one of the inspirations for โ€œLes Machines de lโ€™Ileโ€ project that includes a โ€œMarine Worlds Carouselโ€ and a 12 meter high, mechanical โ€œGreat Elephantโ€ that walks around the exhibition area carrying passengers.


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  • Day 4 Day 4: Nantesโ€“Cognacโ€“Bordeaux
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Nantesโ€“Cognacโ€“Bordeaux

      Local Spirit COGNAC Guided visit of the Chateau Royale du Cognac and cognac tasting.
      BORDEAUX Free-time this evening. (B)
      242 mi / 390 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES The Dutch started to distill French wines into brandy in the 16th century as a means of preserving their much-treasured purchases for the journey back home. During your visit of the Chateau Royale discover the history of its inhabitants and the origins of Cognac. Then raise your glass to discover why it is worth all the effort.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Bordeaux
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Bordeaux

      Beyond the vineyards BORDEAUX Guided walking tour to discover historic neighbourhoods such as Quinconces and Saint Pierre. Stop at a local patisserie to try a traditional canele pastry. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURAL GEM The name Bordeaux means โ€œwaterโ€™s edgeโ€ and originates from the cityโ€™s position on the banks of the River Garonne. This location has helped to bring it fame and fortune through time, assisting the favourable climate and quality vines to produce around 960 million bottles of wine a year. However, it is not just a global capital of wine, Bordeaux is also known as a City of Art and History. In France only Paris has more protected buildings. George-Eugรจne Haussmann used Bordeaux as an example to follow when Emperor Napoleon III asked him to transform Paris into a modern city.


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  • Day 6 Day 6: Bordeauxโ€“Carcassonne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Bordeauxโ€“Carcassonne

      Medieval Battle Sites CARCASSONNE Take an orientation walk by the ancient battlements and enjoy free time to explore this delightful medieval town. (B,D)
      211 mi / 340 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Visit the ancient city of Carcassonne and see its pre-Roman settlement complete with medieval castle and dramatic defensive walls, called the finest remains of medieval fortifications in Europe by the UNESCO World Heritage Convention. Stunning!


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Carcassonneโ€“Nimesโ€“Le Baux De Provenceโ€“Marseille
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Carcassonneโ€“Nimesโ€“Le Baux De Provenceโ€“Marseille

      Roman Influences NIMES Enjoy an orientation walk to admire the Roman Amphitheater and the Maison Carrรฉe, an ancient Roman Temple.
      LE BAUX DE PROVENCE Olive Oil mill visit with olive oil tasting.
      MARSEILLES Free time this evening. (B)
      217 mi / 350 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      LOCAL TASTES One of the Mediterraneanโ€™s most appreciated and treasured products, olive oil, often referred to as โ€œgreen goldโ€, dates back thousands of years to ancient civilisations such as the Romans. The olive oil produced at the mill in Le Baux de Provence has a real local taste, being produced solely from the olives harvested in the surrounding area.


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  • Day 8 Day 8: Marseilles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Marseilles

      Musical Marches MARSEILLE Guided sightseeing features a walk in the cityโ€™s oldest district โ€“ Le Panier, with a visit to the Cathedral La Major, the old port and a scenic drive along the panoramic waterfront road. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the old port area. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ICONIC FOOTSTEPS This bustling seaport city is a melting pot of cultures. Founded by the Greeks around 600 BC, and continuously inhabited since then, it is the oldest city in France. The cityโ€™s population actively supported the French Revolution, and when 500 volunteers marched on Paris to defend the Revolutionary Government, the song they sung en-route became known as โ€œLa Marseillaise,โ€ it was later adopted as the French National Anthem.


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  • Day 9 Day 9: Marseilleโ€“Aix-En-Provenceโ€“Nice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Marseilleโ€“Aix-En-Provenceโ€“Nice

      Beautiful Boulevards AIX-EN-PROVENCE Orientation walk of the city features the elegant Cours Mirabeau and free time to explore further.
      NICE Evening at leisure. (B)
      149 mi / 240 km

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE Take advantage of an optional excursion to the Principality of Monaco. Wine and dine in Monte Carlo the glamorous millionairesโ€™ playground. See the Royal Palace and Cathedral as you discover the Old Town. Try your luck at the famous Grand Casino or sit in a local cafรฉ and watch the world go by.


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  • Day 10 Day 10: Nice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Nice

      La belle NICE Follow your local guide for a walking tour through the old town, characterised by narrow cobbled streets, charming squares, and Baroque churches. Free time in the afternoon. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      PICTURE PERFECT One of Niceโ€™s most iconic symbols is โ€œLe Chaise Bleu,โ€ the blue chairs that are dotted along the Promenade des Anglais, one of Franceโ€™s most famous boulevards. They provide inspiration for local artists, a source of relaxation for the locals and taking a photo sat on one is considered โ€œa must doโ€ for visitors - so take a seat and admire the stunning views of the bay.


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  • Day 11 Day 11: Nice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Nice

      Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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