Day 1:
(Fri.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2:
Arrival in Paris, France. (Sat.) The day is free to rest or to start exploring the French capital. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a special welcome dinner with wine in one of Paris’ fine restaurants. (D)

Day 3:
Paris. (Sun.) Discover the world capital of chic and style with a Local Guide and admire its most famous sights: Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Louvre, and Champs-Elysées. For a panoramic view, take the elevator to the second floor of the EIFFEL TOWER. An optional excursion to the baroque Palace of Versailles is available. Tonight a lively cabaret show might be just the ticket. (B)

Day 4:
Paris–Beaune–Lyon. (Mon.) A comfortable drive to Beaune, capital of Burgundy. Time for lunch and to explore the attractive little shops before continuing to Lyon, France’s second-largest city. Drive up to FOURVIÈRE HILL with its basilica to enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the city and its Roman ruins. (B)

Day 5:
Lyon–Châteauneuf-du-Pape–Avignon–Pont du Gard–Nîmes. (Tue.) Stop for a WINE TASTING in famous Châteuneuf-du-Pape on your way to Avignon. Here, walk to the magnificent Palace of the Popes and the bridge of the popular song, and have plenty of time for lunch and to browse through the little shops. Next, stop in Pont du Gard for pictures of the famous 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct, a monumental feat of engineering completed in the year 19 BC, before arriving in Nîmes for your overnight stay. (B,D)

Day 6:
Nîmes. Excursion to Arles. (Wed.) Highlight this morning is an excursion to Arles, the city where Van Gogh painted more than 300 canvases. Your orientation features the famous Roman amphitheater. Afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)

Day 7:
Nîmes–Aix-en-Provence–Cannes–Nice. (Thu.) The morning is dedicated to Aix-en-Provence, one of France’s most elegant cities. Explore its center on foot, stroll along shaded Cours Mirabeau, admire its famous cafés and fountains, and discover colorful squares. Later, head east past Cézanne’s Mount St. Victoire and drive through Cannes, where you will see the Festival Hall and the Croisette on your way to Nice, the sophisticated “Queen of the Riviera.” An optional excursion to Monte Carlo is available. (B)

Day 8:
At Leisure in Nice. (Fri.) Enjoy this enchanting resort on the Côte d’Azur at your own pace. Browse through the elegant shops or stroll along the Promenade des Anglais. Join your Tour Director for a walk through the OLD TOWN and its colorful flower market, and you may wish to join an optional excursion to the famous artist town of St. Paul de Vence. (B)

Day 9:
(Sat.) Your homebound flight from Nice arrives the same day. (B)

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
12/12/2008 - 12/20/2008	$1,929	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/26/2008 - 1/3/2009	$1,979	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
Price Details US Single supplement not applicable on this vacation. Triples on request. Extra nights per person in Nice: Nov.-Dec.: in single room $230, in twin room $145, in triple room $128 Jan.-Apr.: in single room $265, in twin room $167, in triple room $148 Extra nights per person in Paris: Nov.-Dec.: in single room $248, in twin room $137, in triple room $124 Jan.-Apr.: in single room $283, in twin room $155, in triple room $140 2009 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Related Tours XPP|Extend Your Tour in Paris

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Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

Avoid the single room supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!

Right now when you book a 2009 vacation between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75

Do you have a large party of friends or family that wants to travel? Right now when you book a 2009 vacation between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75.* For example, book 5 passengers and receive a $375 discount, 6 passengers equals a $450 discount and 7 passengers will receive a $525 discount. With an offer like this, the world’s greatest destinations are now closer than ever!

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $75 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between Jun 4 and Dec 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. Individuals must be traveling together from the same origination point to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.