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84 Day 1. Arrive Rome. Be met on arrival and be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a Welcome Reception tonight. Three Night Stay: Rome, Hotel Bernini Bristol. Day 2. Rome. This morning, your guide will take you for an in-depth discovery of Vatican City, where you'll see Michelangelo's renowned artwork in the Sistine Chapel and explore the fascinating Vatican Museum. Set out on a city tour later, visiting some of the city's famous sights, including the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and more. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant this evening. BD Day 3. Rome, Freedom of Choice. Today, perhaps tour a selection of Rome's catacombs. Or, join a culinary walking tour. B Day 4. Rome, San Gimignano, Florence. Travel to the medieval walled town of San Gimignano. Later, over a light lunch, you'll taste locally-made olive oils, delicious antipasti and regional wines. Afterwards, continue your journey to the city of Florence. Two Night Stay: Florence, Grand Hotel Villa Medici. BL Day 5. Florence. Today, pay a visit to the Galleria dell'Accadamia, where exhibits include Michelangelo's famed statue of David. You'll then explore Florence on a guided tour. BD Day 6. Florence, Pisa, Nice. Stop in Pisa to see the iconic Leaning Tower. Arrive later in Nice on the southern coast of France. Two Night Stay: Nice, Le Negresco Hotel. BD Day 7. Nice, Monte Carlo. Take in Nice's rich heritage on a guided tour, then head to Monte Carlo. On a walking tour, visit the Prince's Palace of Monaco, and venture into the lavish State Apartments. B Day 8. Nice, Cannes, Aix-en-Provence. Travel to Cannes for a walking tour then continue to Aix-en-Provence, famous as the home of French artist Cézanne. On arrival, enjoy a walking tour before dinner this evening. Two Night Stay: Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel. BD Day 9. Aix-en-Provence, Roussillon. Visit the Abbey of Sénanque, surrounded by vast lavender farms. Later, discover the ochre town of Roussillon. B Day 10. Aix-en-Provence, Camargue, Arles, Embark Ship. 10 day Land only (EULIF10) guests depart the tour this morning and transfer to Marseilles airport. Discover the sprawling wildlife sanctuary of Camargue National Reserve. Then, tour the largest wine-growing estate in Europe, Domaine de Jarras. Continue to Arles and board your river ship before enjoying a Welcome Reception on board tonight. Seven Night Stay: one of APT's luxurious Aria River Ships. BLD Day 11. Arles, Freedom of Choice. Tour the castle ruins in Les Baux-de-Provence then visit an olive mill. Alternatively, join a local guide for a sightseeing tour of Arles. Back on board, enjoy a delicious dinner. BLD Nowhere says France like the impossibly diverse and beautiful landscapes of Provence 24 Day Italy, French Riviera & Provence with Rhône & Seine 5 Nights Italy | 4 Nights France | 7 Night Rhône River Cruise | 7 Night Seine River Cruise Rome | Florence | Nice | Monte Carlo | Aix-en-Provence | Arles | Avignon | Lyon | Rouen | Paris Freedom of Choice TM Inclusions Signature Invitation SAN GIMIGNANO Perhaps recognisable from the walls of your favourite Italian food haunt, the medieval town of San Gimignano is picture-perfect Tuscany. Nestled amid a swirling landscape, the town's 14 remaining towers rise upward like enchanting skyscrapers from the past. It is thought that it was once easier to cross the town by rooftop than by road. Get up close to these vertical wonders with a local guide and explore the World Heritage-listed town centre. NEW FOR 2017 The Royal Collection www.aptouring.com.au