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Paris and the French Riviera Tour

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  • Tour includes Paris and the French Riviera with luxury and cultural experiences.
  • Visit iconic landmarks, historic sites, and Mediterranean coastal destinations.
  • Enjoy guided tours, leisure time, and world-class cuisine in France.
Tour Paris and the French Riviera

Luxury Travel in France: Combining Paris Elegance with Riviera Opulence

Picture France and you think of luxury, making it a perfect choice for custom travel to Europe, whether you're basking in the lights of Paris or sunning yourself on the sands of the French Riviera. In this trip, we combine the elegance of Paris with the opulence of the Cote d'Azur for a vacation that'll be nothing short of heavenly! So grab your beret and your bathing suit and take off on this trip of a lifetime! For even more of France, explore our France and Monaco tour that extends through Provence and the Principality of Monaco.

Paris: Private Tours, the Eiffel Tower, and the Palace of Versailles

You'll begin your custom travel to Europe journey with four nights in exciting Paris, one of Europe's most beautiful and vibrant cities. We'll start your trip with a full-day private tour of all the city's most spectacular sites including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, Luxembourg Gardens, Sainte-Chapelle, the Moulin Rouge, Montmarte, Sacre-Couer and much more. In your free time, experience France's unique neighborhoods and consider a tour of Paris' catacombs, a fascinating but eerie resting place for many former French citizens. Choose an optional tour to the Palace of Versailles, where you'll be treated to the opulence of Louix XIV's amazing creation, including the beautiful gardens.

The French Riviera: Nice, Cannes, and the Mediterranean Coast

Next, depart with your private driver for Cote d'Azur, the French Riviera. Long the stomping ground for Europe's rich and famous, this southeast corner of France, overlooking the Mediterranean, is nothing short of spectacular, dotted with spectacular resorts filled with beautiful people. Visit towns such as Nice, Cannes, Eze, Grasse, Saint-Paul de Vence, or Antibes, indulge in sailing and other water sports, lounge on the sand, shop to your heart's content, savor the fabulous local cuisine, and go home feeling refreshed and reinvigorated.

Frequently Asked Questions About Paris and French Riviera Tours

What is included in the Paris and French Riviera luxury tour?

The 8-day Paris and French Riviera tour includes four nights in Paris with a full-day private city tour covering the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe, and more, plus an optional Versailles excursion. The remaining days are spent exploring the Cote d'Azur with a private driver, visiting towns like Nice, Cannes, Eze, and Antibes along the Mediterranean coast.

Which towns on the French Riviera are visited during the Cote d'Azur portion of the tour?

The Cote d'Azur portion of the tour can include visits to Nice, Cannes, Eze, Grasse, Saint-Paul de Vence, and Antibes, among other stunning Mediterranean towns. Travel is with a private driver, giving travelers flexibility to explore the French Riviera's most glamorous and picturesque destinations.

Is the Palace of Versailles included in the Paris itinerary?

A visit to the Palace of Versailles is offered as an optional tour during the Paris leg of the trip. This allows travelers to explore the extraordinary opulence of Louis XIV's royal palace and its magnificent formal gardens at their discretion, depending on their interests and schedule.

What activities are available on the French Riviera during this luxury tour?

On the French Riviera, travelers can enjoy sailing and water sports, lounging on world-famous beaches, exploring luxury boutiques and markets, savoring fresh Mediterranean cuisine, visiting hilltop villages like Eze, and touring Grasse's famous perfumeries. The Cote d'Azur offers something for everyone, from relaxation to active exploration.

Why is this Paris and French Riviera tour ideal for a luxury European holiday?

This tour pairs two of France's most iconic and luxurious regions in one seamless 8-day itinerary. Paris offers world-class art, architecture, and gastronomy, while the French Riviera delivers Mediterranean glamour, stunning coastline, and resort living. Private drivers and guided tours throughout ensure a premium, stress-free experience from start to finish.

Tour Overview

8 days featuring Paris and Cote d'Azur

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  • Day 1 = Arrive in Paris
  • Day 2 = Full-day tour of Paris
  • Day 3 = Optional tour of Versailles, time at leisure
  • Day 4 = Day at leisure in Paris
  • Day 5 = Depart for Cote d'Azur, afternoon at leisure
  • Day 6 = Explore the towns of Cote d'Azur with private driver
  • Day 7 = Day at leisure in Cote d'Azu
  • Day 8 = Depart for home

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The Complete Package

Travel Insurance

Destination Europe has adopted the policy of always recommending travel insurance to protect your travel investment. Given recent world events, unexpected and unforeseen occurrences, we highly recommend travel insurance to all of our clients. Our insurance provider is Travelex.

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Airfare

We can offer round trip international airfare from any city in the United States. Please note that we can only offer published fares and do not have the capabilities to hold specific fares or flights for longer than five days. Also, we do not offer airfare as a single item - it must be included with a travel package.

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Rail Travel & Passes

Interested in including rail travel in your journey, we offer a wide range of rail passes, transportation cards, night train reservations, premier seat reservations, point-to-point tickets and more. Please contact us at info@destinationeuropeonline.com or fill our Travel Request form and provide the necessary information.

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Hotels

We work with a large range of hotels and properties all over Europe. Ranging from budget friendly hotels, to first class luxury hotels. We also work with select B&Bs and Inns, rentals, Villas, Castles, and unique style properties (think glamping, tents, ice hotel, etc). With our Virtuoso connections, additional amenities at select hotels are included.

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Experiences

The experiences and activities that we build are endless. From private drivers and private guides, to small group experiences. City tours, day trips, boat charters, hot air balloons, food and wine, culinary experiences, hiking & biking, history tours, photography tours, garden and estate tours, and special occasions are just some of what we can offer.

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River Cruises

Europe offers an array of River Cruise options from the Douro River in Portugal, to Normandy and the South of France along the Seine and Rhone Rivers, to Rhine and Danube Rivers meandering through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, and Romania. We can help you navigate all options best suited for you or group.

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What our customers say

We wanted to drop you a note to thank you for all your help with our recent vacation to Italy. It was simply a phenomenal trip! You put together a package which was exactly what we asked for ? organized activities coupled with ample free time to explore on our own, and smaller quaint (yet elegant) accommodations.

Anne & Tim

Rochester NH

Our trip to Paris and Provence was even better than we had imagined. Once again we gave you short notice, but you came through for us with flying colors. Everything, transportation, hotel accommodations, day tours were excellent. This was our second trip with you planning all of the details, truly amazing!

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Dallas TX