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Cooking Classes in France from $1920

9 Days (3 nts. in Paris, 3 nts, in Avignon & 2 nts. in Nice)

Travelers seeking to satiate the palate as well as their travel desires will find this trip truly indulgent. From Paris to Avignon and the French Riviera’s Nice this program presents exquisite opportunities to savor gastronomic delights and learn to create some of your own culinary masterpieces. Featuring an included full-day cooking class in France’s Avignon, plus special wine tasting excursions and a Seine River Cruise, your time in France will be a feast for all senses. Additional cooking classes can be added to this itinerary with options available at the Ritz in Paris as well as in St. Remy de Provence and Venesque.

Tour Features

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8-night accommodations at selected hotels

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Buffet breakfast daily

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1-hour Seine River Cruise

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First class train Paris to Avignon

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1-day cooking class in Chateauneuf-du-Pape from 8 AM to 7 PM

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Lunch with the Chef including drinks

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1 hour cooking class and lunch in Paris

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3 PM excursion for Wine tasting of Rose or Beaumes-des-Venise and continue to Chateauneuf-du-Pape for wine tasting in a wine cellar

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3-day car rental Category C (pick up in Avignon train station & drop off in Nice) - Upgrade to higher categories is available

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Car rental includes unlimited mileage, CDW (Collision Damage Waiver), TP (Theft Protection), Third Party Liability (including passengers), airport surcharges, 24 hour-a-day road assistance and VAT (Value Added Taxes)

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10% discount coupon at the Galeries Lafayette

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Travel bag, one per person

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Document holder and luggage tags

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Hotel taxes and service charges

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Note: Closed on Sundays & Mondays in August

Itinerary

Venasque
Enjoy an intimate cooking class in the cozy kitchen of an Auberge (French inn) in Venasque, where you will delve into the fundamentals of Mediterranean cooking, learn to marry flavors, discover how to select the best foods from markets and embrace a greater understanding of French culinary traditions. Once the meal is complete it's time to savor your culinary creation over lunch, with wine included, and share some time with your Chef-instructor. In the afternoon, embark on an excursion to Roussillon and Gordes, villages in the Luberon region of Provence, known for its spectacular countryside of vineyards and orchards captivating hill top villages and superb locally-grown produce. Price per person $670 (Minimum 2 persons)

St. Remy De Provence
Indulge the chef in you with an expert led, hands-on cooking class at a 4-star, 18th century Provencal hotel set in an entrancing location, surrounded by a lush park with an herb garden, olive trees and vineyard, in the rural serenity of Saint- Remy-de-Provence. Using the freshest local ingredients, you'll learn the masterful tricks of French chefs, enhance your cooking techniques, and gain a new appreciation for the art of Provencal cuisine. Once the meal is complete, it's time to savor your culinary creation over lunch, with wine included, and share some time with your Chef-instructor. In the afternoon, visit Les Baux de Provence, a village situated on a rocky plateau 245 meters high above Val d'Enfer. In the spectacular historical center, you'll explore the Museum of Santons, the Hotel des Porcelets, beautiful houses of the 16th century, the Church of St. Vincent and Romanesque buildings. Your afternoon excursion continues along to Saint Remy de Provence where Van Gogh painted Starry Night. You'll visit the Triumphal Arch and Funeral Monument located in a field of olive trees a landscape Van Gogh used several times in his paintings. Price per person $690 (Minimum 2 persons)

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Jan. - Mar. 2012

Land Only

$1,928

Apr. & May. 2012

Land Only

$2,080

Jun. 2012

Land Only

$2,082

Jul. & Aug. 2012

Land Only

$2,030

Sep. 2012

Land Only

$2,113

Oct. & Nov. 2012

Land Only

$1,920

Sightseeing

Provence in One Day, Full-day $203
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon All Provence in one day Time: 9:00am Schedule: On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only Duration: Approx. 10 hours Highlights:Includes the Pont du Gard, the Antiques of St. Remy de Provence, the villages of les Baux de Provence, Oppede-le-Vieux, Roussillon and Gordes and the Lavender Museum.

Le Grand Tour of Provence, Full-day $244
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon Best of Provence Time: To be determined Schedule: On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only Duration: Approx. 6 hours Highlights: Includes the Pont du Gard, the village of les Baux de Provence, Roussillon and Gordes.

Avignon, Culture and Wine - Half-day $112
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon Culture and wines Time: 2:00pm Schedule: On Mondays and Saturdays only Duration: Approx. 5 hours Highlights: Wine Tasting Tour of the vineyards between Orange and Chateauneuf du Pape. Includes a visit of Orange and a wine tasting at the Chateauneuf du Pape cellar.

Pope Palace, 1 hour Rhone river cruise & dinner $173
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon Pope Palace & 1 hour Rhone river cruise Schedule: Daily Duration: n/a Highlights: 1 HOUR RHONE RIVER CRUISE A UNESCO world heritage site, it's the largest gothic palace in the world. This excursion includes a visit of the palace's courtyards, cloisters, reception halls, chapels, the private papal apartments, and the priceless frescoes... PLUS - ONE HOUR CRUISE ON THE RHONE RIVER, PLUS DINNER AT A RESTAURANT.

St. Remy De Provence, Full-day $690
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon St. Remy De Provence Time: 9:00am Schedule: Daily, except Mondays and Sundays Duration: Approx. 9 hours Highlights: Indulge the chef in you with an expert led, hands-on cooking class at a 4-star, 18th century Provencal hotel set in an entrancing location, surrounded by a lush park with an herb garden, olive trees and vineyard, in the rural serenity of Saint-Remyde-Provence. Using the freshest local ingredients, you'll learn the masterful tricks of French chefs, enhance your cooking techniques, and gain a new appreciation for the art of Provencal cuisine. Once the meal is complete, it's time to savor your culinary creation over lunch, with wine included, and share some time with your Chef-instructor. In the afternoon, visit Les Baux de Provence, a village situated on a rocky plateau 245 meters high above Val d'Enfer. In the spectacular historical center, you'll explore the Museum of Santons, the Hotel des Porcelets, beautiful houses of the 16th century, the Church of St. Vincent and Romanesque buildings. Your afternoon excursion continues along to Saint Remy de Provence where Van Gogh painted Starry Night. You'll visit the Triumphal Arch and Funeral Monument located in a field of olive trees…a landscape Van Gogh used several times in his paintings.

Van Gogh in Provence, Half-day $112
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon Van Gogh in Provence Time: 9:00am Schedule: On Mondays and Saturdays only Duration: Approx. 5 hours Highlights: This memorable tour will transport you back to one of Van Gogh's most creative periods of art history. Includes the Antiques of St. Remy de Provence, the village of Baux de Provence and Arles.

Venasque, Full day $670
	This Tour is Available from: Avignon Venasque Time: 9:00am Schedule: Daily, except Mondays and Sundays Duration: Approx. 9 hours Highlights: Enjoy an intimate cooking class in the cozy kitchen of an Auberge (French inn) in Venasque, where you will delve into the fundamentals of Mediterranean cooking, learn to marry flavors, discover how to select the best foods from markets and embrace a greater understanding of French culinary traditions. Once the meal is complete... it's time to savor your culinary creation over lunch, with wine included, and share some time with your Chef-instructor. In the afternoon, embark on an excursion to Roussillon and Gordes, villages in the Luberon region of Provence, known for its spectacular countryside of vineyards and orchards, captivating hill top villages and superb locally grown produce.

Half-day afternoon Monaco & Eze village Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Nice Afternoon Monaco and Eze Village Departure time: 2:00pm Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays Duration: Approx. 4hours Highlights: Highlights: Depart for Monaco. Panoramic visit of Monaco City. Continue to Monte Carlo. Stop and free time. Stop for visit at the pefumes factory Fragonard. Stop and free time in Eze medieval village.

Saint Paul & The Matisse Chapel, Half-day $109
	This Tour is Available from: Nice Afternoon Saint Paul & The Matisse Chapel Departure time: 2:00pm Schedule: From April to October: Daily, except Fridays and Sundays. From November to March: on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only. Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: Visit Vence, a charming hilltop village in Provence filled with art galleries, boutiques, sidewalk cafes and a beautiful cathedral famous for its interior done by Marc Chagall. You'll see the "Chapelle du Rosaire" built and decorated by Henri Matisse. Also visit St. Paul de Vence, a picturesque village where you'll have time at leisure to stroll around or visit the numerous art galleries.

The Cote d Azur, Full-day $192
	This Tour is Available from: Nice Cote d Azur Departure time: 9:00am Schedule: From April to October: Daily. From November to March: on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only. Duration: Approx. 9 hours Highlights: Cannes and panoramic city tour: Golf Juan, Juan les Pins, Cap d'Antibes, Antibes, Cagnes. Arrive in Nice by the seaside and stop for lunch in the old section of town. In the afternoon depart for Monaco, passing Villefranche/Cap Ferrat, Beaulieu, Eze, Cap d'Ail. In the Principality of Monaco, you'll see the Prince's Palace (with the changing of the guards), the Cathedral of St. Nicholas (housing Princess Grace Kelly's grave) and the Oceanographic Museum. You'll have time at leisure to stroll by the main square by the famous casino in Monte Carlo, the Hotel de Paris, the gardens and the opera house.

Half-day morning Biot & Grasse Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Nice Morning Biot and Grasse Departure time: 9:00am Schedule: From April to October: Daily, except Fridays and Sundays. From November to March: on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays only. Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: Highlights: Visit Biot a city from the 13th century. Free time. Continue to Grasse, a medieval town, very well known since the 17th century because of its perfume industry. After a visit of the perfumes museum and of a local factory, time at leisure.

Nice city tour, Half-day $79
	This Tour is Available from: Nice Morning Panoramic City Tour Departure time: 9:00am Schedule: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays only Duration: Approx. 3 hours Highlights: Includes La promenade des Anglais, the Russian church, Cimiez Hill, the Matisse Museum, monastery and the arena, the Art promenade, Louis Nucera library and the Modern Art Museum (entrance not included). You'll have leisure time to stroll around the old section of town and its many churches. Also visit the Florian candy factory and take in the panoramic view from Mt. Boron.

Full day in Provence Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Nice One Day in Provence Departure time: 9:00am Schedule: From April to October: Daily, except Fridays and Sundays. From November to March: on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only. Duration: Approx. 9 hours Highlights: Highlights: See the picturesque villages of Biot, Grasse, Gourdon, Les Gorges du Loup, Tourettes, Vence and Saint Paul de Vence.

Monte Carlo, "Nighttour" $109
	This Tour is Available from: Nice The illuminations of Monte Carlo Departure time: 8:00pm Schedule: From April to October: Daily. From November to March: on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: Enjoy the panoramic views of the coast on your way to Monaco where you'll be free to explore at your leisure. Take in the glamorous atmosphere as you people-watch. Continue on to the Monte Carlo Casino, where you can try your luck. (You'll need to pay 10 Euros to enter; you must be over 18 and you must bring your passport).

Paris, One Hour Seine River Cruise Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris One hour Seine River Cruise Departure time: Every 30 minutes Schedule: Daily Duration: Approx. 1 hour Highlights: Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the River Seine through the heart of the City of Lights. Pass by the Louvre, Notre Dame, Orsay Museum, the Eiffel Tower.

Discovery of Champagne, Full-day $303
	This Tour is Available from: Paris A day in Champagne from Paris Time: 8:00am Schedule: Daily Duration: Approx. 12 hours Highlights: Visit Champagne vineyards around Reims, followed by wine tasting. Lunch in a local restaurant is included. In the afternoon visit the Gothich Reims Cathedral, where the kings of France were once crowned, and tour one of the most famous champagne houses in Reims

Half-day afternoon Versailles Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Afternoon Versailles Departure time: 1:15pm Schedule: Daily, except Mondays Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: The magnificent park, the Grand Trianon (view from the outside). Guided visit with audio guide of the State Apartments (Hall of Mirrors, King and Queen Apartments). Entrance tickets included (palace and gardens).

Champagne Tasting at Galeries Lafayette Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Champagne Tasting at Galeries Lafayette Start time: Fashion Show at 3:00pm - Wine Tasting at 5:30pm Schedule: Thursdays only Duration: Approx. 45 minutes Highlights: Three champagne tastings, with foie gras, macaroons and chocolates. Presented by an expert sommelier

Full-day Chateaux de la Loire Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Chateaux de la Loire Departure time: 6:30am Schedule: Daily Duration: Approx. 14 hours Highlights: Discover the Loire Valley, cradle of the French Renaissance and visit its jewels: the charms of the Chateau of Chenonceau with its enchanting gardens, the private and entirely furnished castle of Cheverny. The last stop is at Chambord, former royal residence. Lunch is included.

Paris, Cruise with illuminations $123
	This Tour is Available from: Paris CRUISE WITH ILLUMINATIONS OF PARIS Departure time: 8:00pm (April/October) - 7:00pm (November/March) Schedule: Daily Highlights: After a cruise on the Seine River, see the illuminated monuments in the districts of Concorde Square, Champs-Elysees, Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Pyramid of the Louvre, Notre-Dame.

Paris Dinner Cruise $236
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Dinner Cruise Departure time: 8:30pm Schedule: Daily, except Christmas Day, New Year Eve, February 14th, July 14th Duration: Approx. 2 1/2 hours Highlights: A memorable and festive cruise on a panoramic boat. Enjoy a traditional French Dinner freshly prepared on board.

Fashion Show & Wine Tasting at Galeries Lafayette Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Fashion Show and Wine Tasting at Galeries Lafayette Start time: Fashion Show at 3:00pm - Wine Tasting at 5:30pm Schedule: Fridays only Duration: Approx. 45 minutes Highlights: Weekly Fashion Show at famous Galeries Lafayette. Introduction to French wines with an expert sommelier

Giverny & Versailles, Full-day $227
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Giverny and Versailles Departure time: 8:30am Schedule: Daily, except Mondays Duration: Approx. 9 hours Highlights: In Giverny, visit the house of Claude Monet, his studio and the wonderful gardens. Entrance ticket to the Museum of American Art is included. Lunch is included. In the afternoon, enjoy a pleasant drive through the countryside of the Seine Valley. At Versailles, visit on your own the State Apartments of the Palace (entrance ticket is included)

Giverny, Half-day $161
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Giverny Departure time: 1:30PM Schedule: Daily, except Mondays Duration: Approx. 5 hours Highlights: In Giverny, visit the house of Claude Monet, his studio and the wonderful gardens. Entrance ticket to the Museum of American Art is included.

Illuminations of Paris with show at Lido Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Illuminations of Paris with Show at the Lido Departure time: 7:00pm (November/March from Sunday to Thursday) - 9:00pm (November/March on Fridays and Saturdays) - 9:00pm (April/May and September/October) - 9:30pm (June/August) Schedule: Daily Highlights: All the excitement and beauty of Paris by night followed by the fantastic show: BONHEUR at the world famous Lido. N.B. 1/2 bottle of Champagne per person. Formal dress required.

D-Day tour, Normandy and Landing Beachesm Full-day $380
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Landing beaches of Normandy Departure time: 6:30am Schedule: From November to March: on Wednesdays and Saturdays only. From April to October: on Mondays, Wednedays, Fridays and Saturdays only Duration: Approx. 15 hours Highlights: Visit some of the areas where the Allies fought to recover freedom in 1944. Normandy motorway. Stop at Caen: visit to the Memorial-Peace Museum, Pointe du Hoc (stop), Omaha Beach: Saint-Laurent (visit), the American Cemetery), Stop at Arromanches and continue on to the Landing beaches of Gold and Juno at the Canadian Memorial. Stop on the way back to Paris. Lunch is included.

Mont Saint-Michel, Full-day $336
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Mont Saint Michel Departure time: 6:30am Schedule:From November to March: on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. From April to October: Daily, except Sundays Duration: Approx. 15 hours Highlights: Rocky island located in the biggest bay in Europe, the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey was rightly named The Marvel of the Western World and is still one of the most famous pilgrimage centers since the Middle Ages. Drive through the green landscapes of the Normandy region. Guided visit to the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. Lunch is included.

Paris Half-day morning city tour $121
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Morning city tour Departure time: 8:15am Schedule: Daily Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: Concorde Square -Louvre Museum - Seine River and its bridges - French Academy - Cite Island with the Palace of Justice and Notre-Dame Cathedral (stop) - Hotel de Ville (CityHall) - the Latin Quarter with the Sorbonne and the Pantheon - Arch of Triumph- Champs-Elysees Avenue - Eiffel Tower (photo-stop) - Invalides with the dome of Napoleon Tomb - Opera House - Free time in Montmartre, (stop near Sacre-Coeur Basilica and the artists' square, Place du Tertre).

Versailles guided tour, Half-day $161
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Morning Versailles Departure time: 8:15am Schedule: Daily, except Mondays Duration: Approx. 4 hours Highlights: Guided visit of the State Apartments (Hall of Mirrors, King and Queen Apartments). Entrance tickets included (palace and gardens).

Paris Musical Luncheon Cruise, Service Select $107
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Musical Luncheon Cruise Departure time: 12:45pm Schedule: Daily, except Christmas Day, New Year Eve, February 14th, July 14th Duration: Approx. 2 hours Highlights: A memorable and festive cruise on a panoramic boat. Enjoy a traditional French lunch freshly prepared on board.

Full-day Reims Champagne Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Reims Champagne Departure time: 7:30am Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays only Duration: Approx. 11 hours Highlights: The sacred town of Reims is the capital of the Champagne region. Reims is also the city where most of the French Kings were crowned. Orientation tour of Reims includes a guided visit of the Gothic cathedral. At the superb Piper-Heidsieck champagne caves, embark a small carriage for a magical tour with recorded commentery. A champagne tasting completes the visit. In the afternoon, visit the prestigious wine cellars of Moet Chandon. N.B.: The temperature is rather low in the wine-cellars.

Show at the Moulin Rouge Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris Show at the Moulin Rouge Departure time: 10:00pm Schedule: Daily Highlights: An unforgettable evening at the Moulin Rouge with the FEERIE (Fairy) show. N.B. 1/2 bottle of Champagne per person. Formal dress required.

The hidden secrets of the Eiffel Tower & River Cruise Call for Price
	This Tour is Available from: Paris The hidden secrets of the Eiffel Tower plus River Cruise Departure time: 10:00am Schedule: Wednesdays and Saturdays only - Every 30 minutes Duration: Approx. 2 1/2 hours Highlights: you are invited to discover the hidden secrets of one of the most visited sites in the world. Enter the surprising machinery room, where the elevators are operated. Visit the old military bunker located under the Champs the Mars and the technical gallery located under the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. Continue the tour with a one-hour Seine cruise on the famous Bateaux Parisiens.

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