Paris to Provence Tour
"I traveled with Travel Med Tours in 2006. The tour was well organized and covered many aspects of French culture. We toured Paris, Marseille and Provence. One of the highlights was wine tasting and dinner in the Rhone Valley. It was great to absorb so much of the French culture and partake in French cuisine. The tour was an unforgettable educational experience."
Gwendolyn M. Howard
Come join us as we explore all that life has to offer from North to South. Our ten day tour begins in Paris where you will visit cultural and historical sights. Then we head south to Provence which gives you the opportunity to experience the historic towns that have shaped this region.
This tour combines a well rounded view of French culture with a relaxed pace. After the ten days, we hope you leave with not only an awareness of this fascinating part of the world but also with a refreshed attitude. 
Come with us as we tour France in the style it was intended. To start, our three -star accommodations will be spent first in the heart of Paris in a charming hotel in the Marais district. Next, our chateau awaits, handpicked by our staff and it doesn't let up as we traverse lush vineyards, explore architectural wonders and savor all the sights, sounds and senses that go along with summertime in the South of France.
Here's our itinerary:
| Day 1 Arrive in Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport, in the morning. Transfer to hotel. Meet our knowledgeable guide and we discover Paris through an informative orientation tour of Paris. Highlights include; Sacre Coeur, Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, Champs de Elysee and other historical sites. In the evening, we’ll have a welcome dinner, “Parisian Style”. B,D |
| Day 2 Visit the Eiffel Tower in the morning and find out why it’s one of the most intriguing monuments in the world. In the afternoon, we visit the home of Mona Lisa as we tour the Louvre. As a late night treat, we take a leisurely cruise down the Seine River on Paris’s famous Bateau Mouche. B |
| Day 3 We leave the confines of the bustling city for the fresh air of Versailles. See where the Treaty of Versailles was signed as well as how the better half lived. B |
| Day 4 Spend your last full day in Paris on your own. Enjoy the infinite number of Parisian shops and markets. Take time out the visit museums and galleries. Or better yet, sit in one of Paris’s many sidewalk cafes and while away the day people watching. B |
| Day 5 Take the high speed train from Paris, the capital of France, to St. Remy de Provence, our home base in Provence for the remainder of the trip. Just a short drive away, our Chateau awaits nestled in the heart of Provence. We spend the afternoon touring the quaint city of Sault and its nearby lavender fields. B,D |
| Day 6 Take a day trip to Arles, home to Vincent Van Gogh, as we see first hand what inspired him as well as the museum dedicated to his work. We explore the Amphitheatre and ancient ruins left behind by the Romans. We visit a local patisserie and see how they produce those delectable treats. Of course we can’t leave without having samples. Stroll the cobblestone streets and visit the small shops of this medieval village. B,L |
| Day 7 Take a daytrip to Aix en Provence and experience market day as many local producers display their crafts at this very traditional French market. Visit the newly renovated Paul Cezanne museum. We top the day off with a tour of an olive orchard and a sampling of this age old tradition. B,D |
| Day 8 Home to the Pope’s Palace, we tour Avignon. Visit the massive palace and top it off with a wine tasting of the Palace’s top selections within the region. After a gourmet lunch, we continue to the famous Chateau-neuf de Pape. Once the vacation home of the Pope, it is now one of the regions greatest vineyards and we’ll find out what all the fuss is about as we sample their finest wines. B, L |
| Day 9 It’s your last full day in Provence. What would be better than having a lavender spa experience in one of upper Provence’s most famous spas? In Digne les Bains, you’ll have the afternoon free and then we’ll cap off this fantastic journey with a farewell feast of “provencale” proportions. B, D |
| Day 10 Depart from Marseille direct to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Return Home |
Trip Specifics
Dates: June 5- 14, 2010
Cost: The land cost of the tour is 3,790 dollars per person, double occupancy. Single rooms are available with a supplement of 300 dollars. Air fare is not included. For all details go to the reservation page.
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