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Day 1 Depart USA Evening departure. Meals and refreshments served on board. Day 2 Lyon Upon arrival at Lyon Airport, you are met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy a city tour. Lyon's old historical centre, Bellecour Square and the Fourviere Hill with its famous basilica are part of UNESCO World Heritage. On Fourviere Hill, there is also a Roman archaeological site. Then you have the Place des Terreaux, the Fine Arts Museum, the Hotel Dieu (Rabelais practiced here), the Textile Museum (Lyon's silk workers are famous worldwide), and the Romanesque Abbey of Ainay. Welcome dinner at a typical 'Bouchon' restaurant. Day 3 Lyon/Ars/Nevers After breakfast, we drive to Nevers, visiting en route Ars, a village that attracts pilgrims from all over the world. The Basilica is where the shrine containing the body of Father Vianney, the Cure of Ars, is kept. The presbytery of the Holy priest (kitchen and bedroom) is kept as it was during his life. Behind the presbytery lies a chapel which contains the relic of the Holy priest's heart and the famous kneeling statue by Cabuchet. On the way to the Monument de la Rencontre, is a waxworks museum that illustrates his life in 17 beautiful scenes. Later in day, arrive in Nevers for dinner and overnight. Day 4 Nevers/Paris Morning tour of Nevers beginning with the district of Saint Etienne and the ancient abbey of Saint-Martin, the city's most important. Afterwards, we will go where the first bishop resided at the beginning of the 16th century and where the cathedral of Saint Cyr and the Ducal Palace still stand. We also will visit the Shrine of Sainte Bernadette. Then, we continue for dinner and overnight in Paris. Day 5 Paris Morning panoramic tour of Paris, including all the major monuments. In the afternoon you, will visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal. Dinner and overnight in Paris. Day 6 Paris (Chartres) Drive to Chartres to visit the Cathedral, classified by UNESCO on the world heritage list. The stained glass windows, mostly dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, are a collection of glass unique in the world. Returning to Paris, we suggest visiting Montmartre and the Sacre Coeur Basilica. Dinner and overnight in Paris. Day 7 Paris/Lisieux Travel to Normandy and in the afternoon visit Lisieux, home of Sainte Therese, the Little Flower of Jesus. Sainte Therese entered the Carmelite convent at 15 and stayed until her death at 24. We visit the sights of Sainte Therese's life, including the Buissonnets, the Carmel Chapel and the Basilica. Dinner and overnight in Lisieux. Day 8 Lisieux (Mont St Michel) Today we visit the famous Mont St. Michel Abbey. This magnificent architectural masterpiece, surrounded by the sea, is one of France's most famous site. According to legend, Mont Saint Michel was chosen as his sanctuary by the Archangel himself. On the way back to Lisieux, we pass by the Normandy Landing Beaches, visit the American Military Cemetary in Colleville Saint Laurent and the Cathedral of Bayeux. Dinner and overnight in Lisieux. Day 9 Lisieux/Tours Depart for the Loire Valley and in the town of Tours visit St. Martin's Basilica, the Cathedral and the old Plumereau Square and St. Martin's Museum. This museum traces the principal episodes of the Saint's life. Dinner and overnight in Tours. Day 10 Tours/Lourdes Today, we travel to Lourdes and on the way we stop in Poitiers to visit its cathedral, Notre Dame La Grande (11th and 12th centuries). This is Poitiers' architectural showpiece, with a richly-carved Romanesque facade. Inside the church, the central nave is unusual in having no windows. The vault of the choir is covered with magnificent 12th century frescoes. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. Day 11 Lourdes Today you may walk on the footsteps of Sainte Bernadette and visit the grotto, the basilica, the stations of the cross, and have some time for prayer. The Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous 18 times at where is now the pilgrimage centre of Massabielle Grotto. Pilgrims join the uniquely spiritual atmosphere of ceremonies and processions. One shouldn't miss the Saint Pius X Underground Basilica, the Basilique du Rosaire dominated by the Basilique Superieure (dedicated to the Immaculate Conception). The Castle, overlooking the town, houses the museum of Pyrenean folklore. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. Day 12 Lourdes to USA (or extend your stay) Morning transfer to Lourdes Airport for your return flight home. Meals and refreshments are served aloft. |
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| Lourdes, Full-day $163 | |
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| Paris, One Hour Seine River Cruise Call for Price | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris One hour Seine River Cruise |
| Discovery of Champagne, Full-day $303 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris A day in Champagne from Paris |
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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). |
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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 |
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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 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris CRUISE WITH ILLUMINATIONS OF PARIS |
| Paris Dinner Cruise $236 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Dinner Cruise |
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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 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Giverny and Versailles |
| Giverny, Half-day $161 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Giverny |
| Illuminations of Paris with show at Lido Call for Price | |
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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 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Landing beaches of Normandy |
| Mont Saint-Michel, Full-day $336 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Mont Saint Michel |
| Paris Half-day morning city tour $121 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Morning city tour |
| Versailles guided tour, Half-day $161 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Morning Versailles |
| Paris Musical Luncheon Cruise, Service Select $107 | |
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This Tour is Available from: Paris Musical Luncheon Cruise |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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This Tour is Available from: Tours La Cave Restaurant. Lunch menu Time: from 1:00pm Schedule: April/October: Daily - November/March: Daily, except Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays Duration: n/a Highlights: A unique dining experience in a troglodytic restaurant located in a cave. Transportation is not included |
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