France
– Flavors of France
Aix-en-Provence,
Paris
Daily
Itinerary
Day One
Arrive
at Marseille Airport
Bienvenue! Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures
by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle.
Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Grand
Hotel Mercure Roi René in Aix-en-Provence.
The
Grand Hotel Mercure Roi René
After
your Adventure Guide checks you in, unwind from the flight in this comfortable
hotel named after The Good King René, the royal poet and painter. Lunch On
Your Own If you arrive early in the day, explore on your own the many lunch
options in this historic district. Ask your Adventure Guides for
recommendations. Poolside Reception and Welcome Meet your fellow
adventurers and at the poolside reception in the hotel's interior courtyard.
Dinner
at Le Passage Taste the magic of Provençal cuisine as you dine at this
contemporary brasserie in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. Admire the modern
gallery exhibition that adorns the walls
Meal Included: Dinner
Day
Two
Walking
Tour of Aix-en-Provence
Stroll with a
local expert through the cobblestone streets of this beautiful Roman town that
was home to the celebrated painter Paul Cézanne. Discover Aix's numerous
fountains, some as ancient as the Roman empire and bubbling with warm waters
from the city's famous therapeutic hot springs.
Visit to Cézanne's Painting
Locale
Ride the motor coach to the scenic summit of Colline des Lauves,
a hillside just outside of Aix, where Cézanne painted 11 oil paintings and 17 watercolor
paintings, all exhibited by the greatest museums in the world. As your local
expert shares the history of this influential artist, view the Sainte Victoire
mountain, which dominates the landscape and inspired some of Cézanne's most
memorable works.
Picnic Lunch at Château de Beaupré
Enjoy a picnic at
this opulent country manor surrounded by verdant vineyards and the lush colors
of Cézanne's cherished countryside.
Wine Tasting and Nougat Noshing
After
lunch, adults tour the winery and participate in a privately hosted wine
tasting in the 19th-century cellar, while Junior Adventurers indulge their
sweet tooth with Provençal nougat, buttery caramels and other regional
specialties.
Pétanque! Learn from a local expert the French version of
lawn bowling called pétanque, a fun and deceptively challenging game.
Dinner On Your Own in Aix
Aix-en-Provence
offers delectable cuisine from every corner of the world. Ask your Adventure
Guides for recommendations to make this dinner on your own a memorable one. Afterwards,
stroll through the romantic narrow streets by moonlight
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch
Day
Three
Kayak
Gard River to Pont du Gard*
Discover
Provence's scenic wonders on this kayaking adventure*! As you glide along the
gentle Gard River, pass canyons surrounded by cypress trees and oaks, and enjoy
the view as your kayak floats under the ancient Roman Pont du Gard aqueduct.
Picnic
Lunch at Pont du Gard
This architectural marvel provides an impressive
backdrop as you picnic with your fellow adventurers along the river bank
Pont
du Gard Channel Walk and Museum Tour
Take in the stunning view of the
countryside as a local expert guides you along the massive stone water channel.
Afterwards, learn the amazing history of the Roman aqueduct via giant
multimedia screens and magnificently detailed models.
A Special Provençal
Dinner
The culinary artistry of Provençe continues to paint your palate
with sensational flavors at an included dinner with your fellow adventurers.
Disney
Movie Night
While adults take a break at the hotel from the day's
activities, Junior Adventurers enjoy a private Disney movie presentation with
milk and cookies. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner *Children must be
at least 6 years old and all Guests able to swim in order to participate in
kayaking.
Day
Four
Bicycle
and Walking Excursion
Pedal on a
scenic road that winds along the crest of the picturesque Petit Luberon
mountains. For those who prefer to keep both feet on the ground, stroll along a
charming wooded path that parallels the bicycle route. Afterwards, continue by
motor coach to the fantastic medieval village of Gordes.
Lunch On Your Own
in Gordes
This quaint historic town clings to the mountain's flanks -- no
wonder it has been named one of "The Most Beautiful Villages in
France"! Stroll through its narrow streets to discover a variety of
inviting restaurants.
Tour the Ochre Cliffs of Roussillon
Once a source
of ochre for paint pigments, these startling rock formations surround the
charming village of Roussillon. After the privately guided tour, admire on your
own the meandering streets and jaunty rooftops of this colorful hamlet.
A
Special Provençal Dinner The culinary artistry of Provençe continues to
paint your palate with sensational flavors at an included dinner with your fellow adventurers.
Included Meals: Breakfast and
Dinner
Day
Five
Travel
to Paris
Experience high-tech French
transportation as the sleek TGV bullet train speeds you to your next
destination: Paris!
Lunch on the TGV
Taste the sumptuous bread of
France's famous Paul's Boulangerie, which provides your boxed lunch during the
speedy rail trip north.
City Tour of Paris
Soak up the sensational
sights of Paris on a motor coach tour before heading to your hotel for
check-in. Then join your Adventure Guides for an orientation tour of the
stately neighborhood surrounding the hotel.
Arrive at Hotel Napoleon
Steps
away from the Champs Elyseés, this elegant hotel features old world décor with
modern amenities. Make yourself at home in the cradle of the arts!
Dinner On
Your Own in Paris
Now is the chance to venture out and experience the grand
French ritual of le dîner! Your Adventure Guides will help you find the
perfect restaurant for an extraordinary family meal on your own as only the
French can create.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day
Six
Louvre
Museum
After breakfast, learn from
local experts about the world's greatest masterpieces_including the enigmatic
Mona Lisa_from an expert art historian. Meanwhile, kids will love discovering
famous art works as they play "Louvre Art Detective," an interactive
scavenger hunt through the museum.
Seine River Water Taxi
Take in the
beauty of the city from a unique point of view as you ride the Seine Water Taxi
to the Eiffel Tower for lunch.
Lunch at Altitude 95 on the Eiffel Tower
Ride
the elevator to the first level of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy the view as you
dine at the stylish Altitude 95 restaurant.
View from the Top of the Eiffel
Tower
Ride the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower and snap some photos
of the breathtaking views.
Afternoon On Your Own in Paris
In the
afternoon, ask your Adventure Guides to help your family plan an ideal
experience on your own in the city. Shop in trendy boutiques, meander though
museums, or visit legendary landmarks like Les Catacombs, Notre Dame, the
cemetery of Père-LaChaise, and more!
Farewell Dinner at Ladurée Champs
Elysées
Dine in the height of elegance at the Ladurée restaurant on the
Champs Elysées, steps away from the Arc de Triomphe.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day
Seven
Breakfast
at the Hotel
Bid your
fellow adventurers a bon voyage as you enjoy one last meal in Paris
Transfer
to Airport
Board pre-arranged transportation to the airport and say au
revoir until you return again