Spotlight on the French Riviera February 19 – 27, 2022
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University of South Alabama Alumni presents… Spotlight on the French Riviera February 19 – 27, 2022 For more information contact Collette 800-581-8942 refer to booking #1059059 Day 1: Saturday, February 19, 2022 Overnight Flight It’s time to live the good life and embark on a getaway to the fabulous French Riviera, or Côte d'Azur. With its elegant coastal resorts, superb eateries, chic boutiques and captivating museums, it’s the ultimate sunny retreat for the elite. Unpack your bags just once and stay at a single hotel for your entire adventure which begins with an overnight flight to France. Day 2: Sunday, February 20, 2022 Nice (French Riviera), France - Tour Begins Your tour commences in the stunning city of Nice, a coastal pearl of the Mediterranean known for its legendary opulence and balmy beaches. With an average of 300 sunny days per year, Nice is a seaside paradise. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring delightful French cuisine artfully presented. (D) Day 3: Monday, February 21, 2022 Nice - St. Paul de Vence - Nice Get to know Nice with a local expert, sampling different treats while on a tasting tour of the city. After sampling favorite flavors, continue on to historic St. Paul de Vence, situated atop a hill overlooking the beautiful countryside. Explore this walled medieval village, soaking in its distinctive light said to have inspired Matisse, Braque, Chagall and other artists. End your day back in Nice for an evening at leisure. Perhaps you will take a stroll along the lively seafront Promenade des Anglais or visit Place Massena, the town’s 9 Days ● 11 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners center of activity. (B) Day 4: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Nice - St. Tropez - Nice HIGHLIGHTS… Nice, St. Paul de Vence, St. Tropez, Enjoy a day trip to St. Tropez, the most famous destination on Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting, Monaco, Monte Carlo the French Riviera. Independently explore the iconic open-air Casino, Choice on Tour, Nice Flower Market, Saint-Jean- market on the Place des Lices, perusing an array of foods Cap-Ferrat, Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Cannes, including breads, pastries, cheeses, olives, spices, fruits and Fragonard Perfumerie Workshop vegetables. Experience St. Tropez by sea on a boat cruise*, admiring the old village, sunny beaches, and spectacular ITINERARY AT A GLANCE “millionaire’s bay” where celebrity homes dot the coastline. Day 1 Overnight Flight Before returning to Nice, visit a local vineyard for a tour and Days 2 – 8 Hotel Massena, Nice tasting of regional wines, including the Côte d’Azur’s famous On some dates alternate hotels may be used. rosé wines. (B) Single-hotel Stays: Unpack just once and explore the world’s most iconic cities Day 5: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Nice - Monaco - Monte during Spotlights’ single-hotel stays. The leisurely pace offers you the chance to get Carlo - Nice Travel the coastline and pass the charming town to know these destinations like a local. Must-see cultural highlights are always of Villefranche-sur-Mer on your way to the Principality of included, plus there’s plenty of time to explore independently, creating your own Monaco. On a city tour, see the Place des Armes, Avenue des unique adventure. Beaux Arts, and the Cathedral of Monaco – the permanent resting place of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace. View the changing of the guards at the Prince’s Palace before continuing to the famous Casino of Monte Carlo. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure in Nice. This evening, savor a wine- paired tasting menu highlighting the delights of the South of France. (B, D) Day 6: Thursday, February 24, 2022 Nice Personalize your morning because it’s your choice! Visit the Marc Chagall Museum and find the largest public collection of the artist’s outstanding paintings, his stained-glass windows and mosaics - OR- get a glimpse into the country’s past during a lecture with a local expert on WWII, learning about Nice’s involvement as well as insights into today’s society. The rest of the day is yours. Perhaps you will join an optional excursion to a petanque lesson and tournament, including an open bar and some tasty snacks. (B) Per Person Rates*: Double $3,249; Single $3,749; Triple $3,219 Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Mobile Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $399 per person Upgrade your in-flight experience with Elite Airfare Additional rate of: Business Class $4,190 † Refer to the reservation form to choose your upgrade option * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.) Day 7: Friday, February 25, 2022 Nice - Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat - local expert joins you on a walking tour of Cannes where you will learn about the fascinating history of the city and the Nice This morning discover Nice’s famed flower market and nearby Lérins Islands. Enjoy time on your own before be enchanted by brightly colored blooms and other enticing continuing on to Grasse. Learn the secrets of perfume making delicacies. Then, head to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, referred to as during a hands-on workshop and tour of the Fragonard the crown jewel of the French Riviera, where you’ll visit the Perfumerie, where fragrant formulations have been prepared impressive Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Uncover the lush since 1782. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a gardens replete with jaw-dropping views of the Mediterranean farewell dinner celebrating the end of an unforgettable trip. (B, Sea. Your visit to the villa is complete with lunch served in the D) charming tea room overlooking the Bay of Villefrance. Enjoy free time to relax and take in the laid-back atmosphere along Day 9: Sunday, February 27, 2022 Nice - Tour Ends Depart for the Riviera. (B, L) home with many wonderful memories of your journey through the Cote d'Azur. (B) Day 8: Saturday, February 26, 2022 Nice - Cannes – Grasse - Nice Journey to Cannes and rub elbows with Europe’s elite. A Experience It! Nice Flower Market In the heart of Vieux Nice (Old Town), amongst old-world boutiques and petite cafés, you will find the vibrant Nice Flower Market. This bustling market is located on Cours Saleya, the famous promenade in the old city. This favorite daily (except on Monday) stopover for locals and tourists alike features much more than flowers. Vendors tout an array of produce, flowers and various other delicacies. It is a feast for the senses; take in the fragrant aroma of fresh-cut flowers, sample seasonal fruits and fresh baked breads; be dazzled by the bountiful colorful displays; sip and savor a hot cappuccino; take a moment to pause and chat with the locals, or simply listen to the romantic sounds of the French language being spoken all around you. For more information visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1059059#extensions PLEASE NOTE: provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will IDENTIFICATION leave at pre-scheduled times. Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require a *The St. Tropez cruise operates weather permitting and is dependent on sea minimum of 6 months passport validity from date of return home. You are strongly conditions. urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa The overall activity level of this tour is a level 3. This means you’re an on-the-go requirements. traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of time (1-2 hours) isn’t a big deal. You can navigate hills and uneven ground, climb into their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, Zodiac, etc.), and could possibly passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency anticipate changes in elevation. You can expect some longer days balanced with free- time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. contact. Effective immediately and until further notice, all guests will be required to bring one Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until of the following: proof of vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions. electronic form), proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on tour with you on tour to verify information you will be providing to Collette when filling the same flights and dates. out the Wellness Declaration upon arrival. A deposit of $600 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served on a first come, first served basis.