Italian and French Rivieras Drinks Inclusive
Italian and French Rivieras Drinks Inclusive
Italian and French Rivieras Drinks Inclusive
9 Days Starting and ending in 17021 Alassio, Province of Savona, Italy
Visiting: United Kingdom, Alassio, Avenue de Cannes & Avenue de Grasse, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Portofino, Sanremo, Ventimiglia, Menton
Tour operator:
Tour code:
wifr
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
With its long sandy beach and winding streets filled with bustling shops, Alassio is one of the prettiest towns in the Italian Riviera and a great base from which to explore the Italian and French Riviera. Explore cosmopolitan Monte Carlo and Monaco, beautiful Portofino and delightful Menton on this tour, along with the chance to visit San Remo, Cannes and Grasse.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Local Departure
Location: United Kingdom
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then travel by Express Coach overnight to Italy.
Day 2 Arrive Alassio
Location: Alassio
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Continuing south to Italy, we travel on to Alassio for a late afternoon arrival, and where we stay for six nights.
Day 3 Cannes And Grasse
Location: Avenue de Cannes & Avenue de Grasse
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional excursion into France. Once a small fishing village, Cannes is now a glamorous seaside town considered to be one of the best social hubs in Europe, as well as playing host to the annual film festival in May. Take time to check out the beauty and architecture of Le Suquet, with its cobbled streets and breath-taking views, or sit at street side tables and enjoy the favoured hobby of people watching up and down the lovely marina.
We will then continue on to Grasse, known for being France’s perfume capital. Surrounded by beautiful blossom fields, Grasse is a stunning destination and is filled with lovely sights, such as Saracen Tower, the International Museum of Perfume and the Church of Plascassier.
Day 4 Monaco And Monte Carlo
Location: Monaco, Monte Carlo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Monaco is famous for its laid-back atmosphere, and we will certainly enjoy a relaxing day out here. There’s more than enough to keep us busy, too, with museums, gardens, monuments and much more to look forward to.
We will explore Monte Carlo, situated in a prominent position at the base of the Maritime Alps. At the western end of the resort is the world-famous Place du Casino, the gambling centre which has made Monte Carlo the playground of the rich and famous. Enjoy the breathtaking vista of the fabulous marina with its impressive yachts as well as the palace of Monaco.
Day 5 Portofino
Location: Portofino
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Discover the pretty village of Portofino, hidden away in a peaceful coastal inlet shielded by olive clad slopes. The view from the harbour is unforgettable and one could spend the entire day admiring it.
We will be able to explore a wide range of attractions while in Portofino, including enjoying views of Castello Brown and visiting the Church of St. Martin, the Church of St. George and the Santa Maria Assunta oratory.
Day 6 San Remo
Location: Sanremo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We will take an optional trip to San Remo, a city on the Mediterranean coast of western Liguria in north-western Italy, during our amazing tour of the Italian and French Riviera.
Founded in Roman times, the city of San Remo is best known as a tourist destination on the Italian Riviera, with its Russian church and colourful harbour.
Day 7 Ventimiglia And Menton
Location: Ventimiglia, Menton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our included excursions today. Shop for great bargains in Ventimiglia’s street market and take a trip to Menton, the ‘Lemon Festival Capital of the World’.
Located very close to the border of France and Italy, Menton is, in many ways, more Italian than French. It has its own microclimate, with it generally being milder than the rest of the French Riviera. Here, we will find pretty architecture and wonderful scenery we can take in during our time there.
Day 8 Depart Alassio
Location: Alassio
Meals Included: Breakfast
We travel back overnight through France.
Day 9 Arrive Uk
Location: United Kingdom
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
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Free selected beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, tea and coffee
From 7pm - 10pm
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
Accommodation
You will stay for six nights at the 3-star Hotel Garden in Alassio.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 8 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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