Christmas on the Italian Riviera Drinks-Inclusive
Christmas on the Italian Riviera Drinks-Inclusive
Christmas on the Italian Riviera Drinks-Inclusive
8 Days Starting and ending in France
Visiting: France, Diano Marina, Saint Paul de Vence, Cannes, Nice, Èze, Monaco, Monte Carlo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
w8xrck
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Spend the festive season in the extraordinary Italian Riviera, exploring the most astonishing scenery and beautiful attractions. Venture to the incredible medieval village of St. Paul de Vence and visit the boutiques and beach of glorious Cannes. Why not make your holiday extra special by taking the opportunity to discover Eze, Nice, Monaco and Monte Carlo? Our base for this trip is Diano Marina, staying at the Hotel Kristall.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : December 21 France
Location: France
Accommodation: Overnight stay
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : December 22Nd Reach Diano Marina
Location: Diano Marina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Kristall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue through France and into Italy to reach Diano Marina on the Italian Riviera for a five-night stay.
Day 3 : December 23Rd St. Paul De Vence And Cannes
Location: Saint Paul de Vence, Cannes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Kristall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we cross the border into France on our included excursion to visit St. Paul de Vence. This beautiful fortified medieval village has been, and still is today, home to some very famous painters. Wander around the cobblestone streets, admire the paintings, craft shops and boutiques, and soak up the atmosphere of a village that dates back to the 1500s.
We end the day in Cannes at its
most famous thoroughfare, Boulevard
de la Croisette, which is lined with hotels,
boutiques and gardens on one side
and fine beaches on the other.
Day 4 : Christmas Eve Eze And Nice
Location: Nice, Èze
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Kristall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we cross the border to the French Riviera on our optional excursion to Eze and Nice. Our first stop is the medieval village of Eze, perched high above the Mediterranean.
This afternoon, we continue to Nice, set on the spectacular curve of the Mediterranean coast. Explore the back streets of the historical Old Town or take in the sea air on the Promenade des Anglais.
A special 4-course candlelight Ligurian dinner is included today.
Day 5 : Christmas Day Diano Marina
Location: Diano Marina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Kristall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Merry Christmas! Enjoy a leisurely day in Diano Marina to relax, explore and indulge. A traditional turkey lunch is included today with live music at the hotel this evening.
Day 6 : Boxing Day Monaco And Monte Carlo
Location: Monaco, Monte Carlo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Kristall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Why not join our optional excursion to the principality of Monaco, with its showpiece resort area of Monte Carlo? Nicknamed 'The Rock', this tiny capital is built against the mountains and sprawls down to the glittering shores of the Riviera.
Take a stroll around the famous Formula 1 circuit, browse the sumptuous shops and boutiques, and marvel at the fabulous parks and gardens of this tiny paradise.
Day 7 : December 27 Northern France
Location: France
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We head to our overnight hotel in northern France.
Day 8 : December 28 Return Home
Location: France
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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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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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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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
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights at the 3-star Hotel Kristall in Diano Marina.
Check out our Q&As
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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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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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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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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
Yes, 8 years or above
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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
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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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.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.