Paris and Nice
Overview
Experience the best of France as you hop between cosmopolitan Paris and sunny Nice. Start your trip in the City of Lights and take advantage of the history, art, culture, food and wine that make Paris one of the most visited cities in the world. Hop aboard a train to Nice, and relax on the French Riviera's stunning beaches. Enjoy a day trip to glamorous Monaco and take your chances at the city-state's famed casinos.
With a country as vast and bountiful as France, travelling by train is a great way to cover as much ground as possible while also taking in the breathtaking sights. Let the smooth ride, great service, and amazing vistas transport you from city to city.
The train tickets and hotel stays are included in the package, along with some meals and many other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy, fun, and unforgettable.
Format
Locations
- Paris
- Nice
Inclusions
- Flight to Paris; return from Nice (if flight and tour package option is chosen)
- 7 nights of accommodation
- Private airport and train station transfers in Paris and Nice
- 7 breakfasts
- High-speed TGV train ticket (First Class) between Paris and Nice
- More Moments activities include:
- Panoramic city tour of Paris by bus with audio-guide
- 1-hour cruise on the Seine
- Half-day skip-the-line excursion to Versailles
- 1 dinner at a Parisian restaurant
- Half-day excursion to Monaco, Monte Carlo and Èze
- Half-day excursion to Cannes, Antibes and St-Paul-de-Vence
- 1 dinner at a Niçoise restaurant
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Paris.
Day 2
Welcome to Paris
Upon arrival in Paris, take a private transfer to your hotel and check in.
Day 3
Paris: Sightseeing
See the city's main attractions with the help of your included activities in Paris.
More Moments Activities Included
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Seine River Cruise
Cruise by the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Conciergerie and the Musée d’Orsay. See the historic heart of the capital from a new perspective.
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Panoramic City Tour of Paris
Discover Paris by bus with 360° views. See the most famous Parisian landmarks with audio commentary in 10 languages and personal earphones.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Paris: Versailles Skip-the-Line Excursion & Dinner
Discover the beauty and glory of Versailles on a half-day tour from Paris with an experienced guide.
More Moments Activities Included
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Versailles Skip-the-Line Excursion
Travel back in time and go on a fascinating journey to discover the world-famous palace, a symbol of absolute monarchy, and its impressive and turbulent history. Follow your experienced guide through the majestic rooms, the State Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and the Queen's private apartments.
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Dinner at a Parisian Restaurant
Enjoy a typical Parisian restaurant with a 3-course meal and a drink while taking in the beautiful décor around.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Paris - Nice
Take a private transfer to the railway station to board the TGV high-speed train to Nice. Upon arrival, take a private transfer to your hotel and check in.
(Approximately 975 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Nice: Èze, Monaco & Monte Carlo
Enjoy a half-day adventure in the glamorous French Riviera.
(Approximately 45 km)
More Moments Activities Included
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Éze, Monaco & Monte Carlo Excursion
Visit a perfume factory in the enchanting hillside village of Èze. Arrive in Monaco and visit the old town, then see the course used for the Formula One Grand Prix. End your thrilling tour at Monte Carlo, where you will see its palaces, casinos, luxury boutiques and beautiful gardens.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Nice: Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Today, enjoy a half-day excursion in this wonderful region.
(Approximately 42 km)
More Moments Activities Included
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Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul-de-Vence Excursion
In Cannes, spend some free time along La Croisette Boulevard. Drive along the coastal road between Cannes and Antibes, passing by the charming marinas of Juan-les-Pins and Golf-Juan. Admire the view from the fortification wall in Antibes and end your tour by enjoying the allure of medieval Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Nice: At Leisure and Dinner
Take the day to check out the sights of Nice at your own pace. Marvel at the clear blue waters of the Baie des Anges, wander the narrow cobblestone streets of the Vielle Ville, also known as the Babazouk, or immerse yourself in the works of one of France's greatest painters at the Musée Matisse.
More Moments Activities Included
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Nice Restaurant
Enjoy a typical Niçoise restaurant with a 3-course meal while taking in the beautiful ambiance around.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 9
Nice - Return to Canada
Take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 persons (2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 persons (2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily from April 25 – October 31
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Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Local taxes
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
- 1-hour cruise on the Seine. Cruise departs from Pont Neuf facing the Orsay museum. Transfer not included.
- Half-day excursion to Versailles: transfer from Central Paris included, with audio guide and skip-the-line ticket. Excursion not offered on Mondays.
- Panoramic City tour of Paris: See the most famous Parisian landmarks, such as the Opéra Garnier, the Eiffel Tower and the Champs Elysées. Throughout the tour, audio commentaries immerse you in the history of Paris' most famous monuments and neighborhoods. Among the places you'll see before you are the Louvre, and Orsay, the lively Saint Germain des Prés district, Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral or Seine-side bookshops reflecting the real Paris. Several departures per day from Place Sydney meeting point, near the Eiffel Tower. You can choose the time to suit your schedule.
- The route and itinerary may be modified for reasons of traffic or other exceptional events.
- Non-stop city tour
- Languages available for tour commentary: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Korean.
- Headphones for recorded commentary (digital sound)
- Half-day excursion to Monaco, Monte Carlo and Eze village (Hotel pick-up included, offered everyday with bilingual guide)
- Half-day excursion to Cannes, Antibes and St-Paul-de-Vence (Hotel pick-up included, offered everyday with bilingual guide)
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City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in France and are payable in local currency upon arrival.
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The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.