ALIVE WITH THE POETRY OF LIFE,
BEAUTY & FABULOUS CUISINE
Journey Experience - 13 Days
Departure Dates: TBD
Price From: $7,995
Featuring: BORDEAUX - DORDOGNE VALLEY - PECHE MERLE CAVES - CARCASSONNE - ST. RÉMY-DE-PROVENCE - AVIGNON - NIMES - ARLES
Most travelers overlook the marvelous sights and towns you
will enjoy on this Exotic France experience. Here is an itinerary
that beckons the true romantic in you, calling you to take a
look at the splendor of France away from the more
conventional tour stops.
From the Dordogne Valley to Provence, you’ll discover
historical and current ways of living that are distinctive and
fascinating. You’ll sample rare vintage wines amidst row upon
row of blossoming grape vines. Just to drive through the valley
near the gorgeous Dordogne River reminds you of why you
came to love travel as much as you do.
Your journey to Nimes by way of a Roman aqueduct built in the first century A.D. is poetic in its silent commentary on fleeting time and enlightening history. Roman ruins, ancient fortified towns, charming chateaux, superb museums, gourmet cuisine and delectable wines await you on this most memorable journey
DAY 1 MONDAY
Depart your hometown for Bordeaux, France.
DAYS 2 & 3 TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY
Bordeaux & The Haut-Medoc
Arrive in Bordeaux. Spend the day at leisure and then enjoy a festive welcome dinner party. You’ll explore Medoc, home to the most celebrated wines in the world.
Chateau Grand Barrial
DAYS 4 & 5 THURSDAY & FRIDAY
St. Emilion, Varetz, Dordogne Valley & Rocamadour
See the charming sights of the appealing old town of Bordeaux and the picturesque wine village known as St. Emilion. Treat your eyes to the lush landscapes of the Dordogne Valley with its ancient castles and long-standing manor houses.
Le Chateau de Castel Novel
DAYS 6 & 7 SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Cahors & Peche Merle Caves
Go back in time at the Peche Merle Caves, a Paleolithic sanctuary containing amazing prehistoric wall drawings.
Chateau de Mercues & Chateau Lalande
DAYS 8 & 9 MONDAY & TUESDAY
Albi & Carcassonne
The beautiful cathedral of Albi will enchant and the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum will astound as you view the house where Henri was born and then visit an excellent collection of his work at Palais de la Berbie. Continue to medieval Carcassonne, a town that dates back to the time of Julius Caesar.
Hôtel de la Cité
DAYS 10, 11 & 12 WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY
Aigues-Mortes, St.-Rémy-de-Provence, Avignon, Nimes, Arles & Les Baux-de-Provence
A visit to Aigues Mortes lets you witness the historical significance of this 15th century port and gaze beyond its walls to the vast wetland noted for its flocks of vibrant pink flamingos and herds of native white horses. Continue to Les Baux-de-Provence , a beautifully preserved 13-century village perched overlooking the lovely Provence plains. Bid farewell to fellow travelers at a special party.
Hostellerie du Vallon de Valrugues
DAY 13 SATURDAY
Flight home or to your next destination.
