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From the Atlantic coast at Bordeaux this escorted tour wriggles across southern France all the way to Nice on the Mediterranean coast. Highlights include visits to Biarritz ("Reine des plages pour les Rois de l'Europe"), the holy city of Lourdes, the mighty mountain range of the Pyrenees, the Roman city of Arles and magic Luberon in Provence. map

Day 1 Bordeaux.
Arrive in Bordeaux and check-in at your hotel: free time to recover from flight. Night in Bordeaux.


Day 2 Bordeaux / Castles and vineyards of Bordeaux.
Start with a panoramic tour and admire the main monuments of the city of Bordeaux. Your afternoon is devoted to the visit of some of the most famous vineyards and prestigious Châteaux of the Bordeaux region followed by wine tasting. Gourmet dinner in a famous Bordeaux restaurant. Night in Bordeaux.


Day 3 Arcachon / Dune du Pilat / Biarritz.
In the morning we drive to Arcachon, one of the most popular sea resorts close to Bordeaux and enjoy a cruise around the lagoon. After lunch, off to climb the famous Dune du Pilat, the largest sand dune in Europe and then head towards the charming and classy sea resort of Biarritz. Gourmet dinner and overnight in Biarritz.


Day 4 Biarritz / Pays Basque / Pau.
This morning we drive off to explore the Basque country. Discover Saint Jean de Luz one of the most charming fishing ports of the region and then head towards the delightful little villages of Sare and Aïnhoa, that are classified 'most beautiful villages' of France. Through Saint Jean Pied de Port, a famous halt on the Pilgrims Way to Compostella, before arriving in Pau, the city of Henri IV. Dinner and overnight in Pau.


Day 5 Lourdes / Toulouse.
On February 11th 1858 the Virgin Mary appeared for the first time to young Bernadette Soubirou in the little town of Lourdes. In the morning we will follow the footsteps of Bernadette. After lunch depart for the capital of the Midi-Pyrenees region, Toulouse. Renowned for its aerospace technology the city is also the second largest in terms of the number of students! Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city and visit its main monuments. Night in Toulouse.


Day 6 Carcassonne / Aigues Mortes / Nîmes / Arles.
This morning is free for you to enjoy the “Pink” city. Then en route for the medieval fortress of Carcassonne classified as a UNESCO world heritage site since 1997. Lunch. From there we arrive and visit Aigues Mortes the eastern most bastide located in the Camargue region. Finally, via the Roman city of Nîmes, we reach Arles. Night in Arles.


Day 7 Les Baux de Provence / Lubéron villages / Nice.
Today is one of the most outstanding days for those who enjoy breathtaking landscapes and tiny authentic French villages. Whether in les ‘Baux’, Lourmarin or Ménerbes you’ll be delighted by the unique natural scenery and the authentic appearance of these villages. Afterwards, learn all you need to know about Lavender as we visit a museum dedicated to this mythical flower. From Provence we cross the hinterland of the Riviera to arrive in Nice at the end of the day. Diner and overnight in Nice.


Day 8 Nice.
Free day. Night at your hotel.


Day 9 Nice.
Breakfast at your hotel - end of our services.

BOOK this escorted tour

This tour is a suggestion: to make it a reality you just have to be between 4 and 6 people travelling and have an exact idea of dates - we'll do the rest.

Price range: €3000 - €3800 per person

Prices include:
- Accommodation in authentic 3* guest house & bijou hotels. Dinners from day 1 to day 7.
- Gourmet dinner day 2 & 3.
- Drinks included in the guest house.
- Breakfast from day 2 to 9.
- Visits:
Bordeaux vineyards
Boat ride in Arcachon
Sanctuary of Lourdes
Lavender museum        
- The services of a professional
driver guide throughout the
tour with commentaries in
English.
- Tolls, fuel and parking.
- Accommodation and meals
included for the driver.

Prices don't include:
- Flights.
- Any other options.
- Tips or personal expenses.
- Single supplement: €400
- Insurance.