STUDENT TOURS TO PROVENCE & CÔTE D'AZUR

DAY 1

• Overnight flight towards Nice - Côte d'Azur.

DAY 2

• Arrival in Nice. Time to begin this incredible trip!    
• Discover the reason why so many artists have taken inspiration by the charming medieval town of Saint-Paul de Vence on an orientation tour with your tour leader. The get inspired yourself by some free time to explore on your own.
• Time to re-energize from your travels with a good night of sleep in Nice.

DAY 3

• With a local guide, discover the capital of the French Riviera! Turn back time as you explore Nice's narrow streets, colorful markets, and baroque churches.
• Start your engines as you roam the famous Formula One streets of Monaco with the help of your tour leader. Don't stop now! From there, head over to explore the Prince's Palace, Port Hercules and so much more. 
• Get ready for sensory overload as you learn all about the perfume making process on a guided tour of the Fragonard Perfume Factory in Eze.

DAY 4

• Who's ready to make a splash! Dive into the waters of the gorgeous Verdon Regional Park with a local guide, and canoe from the Gorges du Verdon to the Beaudinard Canyon. Discover the breathtaking limestone cliffs, the jaw dropping caves and be on the lookout for the interesting fauna that surrounds the area.
• Getting tired? After the day you've had, we don't blame you! Enjoy a relaxing night of sleep in Aix-en-Provence.

DAY 5

• On a walking tour with your guide, explore Aix-en-Provence, and admire its thousands of fountains, its alleys, baroque architecture, and ancient bastides.
• To to wake up your taste buds because we've got some candy to eat! Head out for a guided tour of the Museum of Calissons, where you will try delicious traditional French sweets.
• Visit the Marius Fabre soap factory in Salon-de-Provence to learn about the process of traditional soap making. 
• Named one of the prettiest villages in France and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Les Baux de Provence is nothing short of amazing. Visit the village and make your way up to the famous fortress for a stunning view of the city.
• Tonight you'll be staying in Arles. Sleep tight!

DAY 6

• Get ready for a local experience at Manade Fernay! Admire the rice fields and discover the flora and fauna that is so typical to the Camargue region as you go herd horses and bulls with a local herdsman.
• Visit the famous Arena of Nîmes and travel back in time as you unveil the many secrets of this Roman amphitheater that dates back to the very first century.
• Enjoy your overnight stay in Avignon this evening.

DAY 7

• Learn about the Pont du Gard, the ancient Roman aqueduct that crosses the Gardon River, during your guided visit of the bridge.
• Follow a local guide on a walking tour of Avignon's historical center famous for the Palace of the Popes, one of the most recognized places in French history, and for the Saint-Bézenet Bridge, also known as the Pont d'Avignon.
• Spend the night in Marseille. Sleep tight.

DAY 8

• Head out for a walking tour of Marseille with a local guide to uncover 2600 years of history of the oldest city in France.
• Sail away to discover the 6 main Calanques (rocky inlets) between Marseille and Cassis.
• Wrap up your trip with some free time in Marseille. Shop 'til you drop at Les Terrasses du Vieux Port, head to Les Catalans Beach, or visit the Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean! All great options, good luck choosing.

DAY 9

• With your head and luggage full of memories, make your way to Marseille Provence Airport to catch your flight home. À la prochaine!