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71 Nice SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS GERMANY FRANCE MONACO BELGIUM Amsterdam Avignon Lyon Arles Viviers Tournon Grignan Les Baux de Provence Camargue National Reserve Bonn Cochem Rüdesheim Speyer Heidelberg Black Forest Breisach Basel Coach Cruise No. of nights stay MS Excellence Queen 7 MS Excellence Rhône 7 3 Paris Monte Carlo Rhine River Rhine River Rhône River Moselle River 3 FRANCE – savour local produce in southern France through the Ardèche region. Like a Local – in Boucieu Le-Roi, meet the locals as they take you on a guided tour. Wander the village market, where you will be able to sample some local delights at morning tea. Be entertained by a folk music performance, or perhaps try a game of Pétanque. BLD Day 14. Viviers, Grignan. Continue cruising through Provence to Viviers, a quaint, largely abandoned medieval town. Then, traverse the picturesque Rhône-Alpes region. A Taste of France – at a truffle farm, head out with the dogs in search of truffles before a tasting. Later, journey to the hillside village of Grignan, surrounded by Provençal lavender fields and enveloped by high fortifications. Perhaps step out after dinner to explore its labyrinth of idyllic, winding streets and charming squares. BLD Day 15. Avignon. This morning, explore the rich history of Avignon on a guided tour offering a host of grand monuments and architectural treasures. Meander along cobblestones and visit the world's largest Gothic palace, the 14th-century Palace of the Popes, and see one of the world's most iconic bridges, the Pont d'Avignon. This afternoon, take the opportunity to further explore this idyllic place at your leisure. BLD Day 16. Avignon, Arles, Les Baux de Provence. Following breakfast his morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Arles. Admire an impressive array of ancient monuments, including the Constantine Baths and the Roman Amphitheatre. Later, travel through the captivating landscapes that inspired many of the famous Impressionist artists to a beautiful hilltop village in the stunning Les Baux de Provence. A Taste of France – visit an olive mill and farm in Saint- Rémy de Provence for a tour and tasting. Tonight, enjoy a Captain's Farewell Dinner. BLD Day 17. Camargue National Reserve. Explore the luscious green landscapes of the Camargue National Reserve today. Nestled between the Mediterranean and two arms of the Rhône delta, the area is home to over 400 species of birds and one of the few European habitats for the greater flamingo. BLD Day 18. Disembark Arles, Nice. Say goodbye to your river ship as you disembark and travel to the beaches of the Mediterranean and the capital of the French Riviera, Nice. Here, you'll enjoy a guided tour of the Old Town. Stay (Three Nights): B4 Nice Plaza Hotel. B Day 19. Monte Carlo, Nice. Home to the Grimaldi royal family for nearly 700 years and renowned for its glamorous casino and breathtaking harbour, Monaco dazzles visitors. Explore its beautiful streets with a local guide. Pass the cathedral where Princess Grace's tomb lies, and watch the Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace. B Day 20. Nice. Enjoy a free day to explore Nice. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner. BD Day 21. Depart Nice. After breakfast this morning, transfer to Nice airport for your onward flight. B Nice 3 NIGHTS PARIS – 7 NIGHT RHINE CRUISE – 7 NIGHT RHÔNE CRUISE – 3 NIGHTS NICE EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGES 32-35 FOR DETAILS 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 21 Days – Paris to Nice (EUTCJPN21) 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Mar. 23, 23 # . $9,995 $14,445 July 13, 13 # . $11,395 $16,695 Aug. 24, 24 # . $11,395 $16,695 # Indicates operates in reverse (EUTCJRNP21). 18 Days – Amsterdam to Nice (EUTCJAN18) 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Mar. 23 # , 26. $8,645 $12,495 July 13 # , 16. $9,845 $14,345 Aug. 24 # , 27. $9,845 $14,345 # Indicates operates in reverse (EUTCJRNA18). CRUISE UPGRADES Prices are based on a Cat. E Window Stateroom on the Lower Deck. See page 124 for deck plans. To upgrade, add per person: Cat. Stateroom Type Twin Share Solo Trav. D Window $395 $595 C French Balcony $1,495 $2,245 B French Balcony $1,795 $2,695 H French Balcony $1,795 $2,695 G French Balcony $1,895 $2,845 A French Balcony $2,095 $3,145 TOUR NOTES Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping. When commencing in Nice, your arrival flight into Nice must be no later than 11 am. When concluding in Nice, your onward flight must depart after 4 pm. Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising, see pages 126-127 for terms & conditions.