Provence & Paris Vacation
Flavors of France
7 Days / 6 Nights
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
Dine in the height of Parisian elegance at the Ladurée restaurant, nestled in the charming Latin Quarter.
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!
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