Itinerary
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Nice
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5/27/2024 |
5/27/2024 7:00:00 PM |
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Nice is undoubtedly the place for the opening up of art and culture. The Côte d'Azur has inspired, from time immemorial, the greatest painters, writers and musicians. It has compelled recognition of its avant-garde across the Atlantic, its museums are holding prestigious collections in edifices of renowned architecture. Nice is full of an extraordinary artistic and cultural heritage. The gentle way of life sustains the imaginary world of artists and stimulates their creativeness. A cultural and aesthetic atmosphere prevails here; the cultural life is intense. It is punctuated by temporary exhibitions in the museums and the municipal galleries, by the programming of the theatres of which the most important is the Theatre of Nice - National Dramatic Centre - directed by Jacques Weber. The Opera House of Nice's Theatre proposes events of great quality.
Suggested Private Excursions
Nice - Shore Excursion - Discovery of Saint-Paul de Vence, Haut de Cagnes & Gourdon - 8 hours
Nice Shore Excursion - Discovery of Nice, Eze & Monaco - 8 hours
Nice - Full Day Tour - 8 hours
Nice & Cannes - Full Day Tour - 8 hours
Nice, Villefranche & St Jean Cap Ferrat - Half Day Tour - 4 hours
Nice: Picturesque Towns of the Cote d’Azur – 8 hours
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Portovenere
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5/28/2024 8:00:00 AM |
5/28/2024 11:30:00 PM |
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This tiny town on the Italian Riviera was strategically planned at the tip of a rocky peninsula overlooking the Gulf of La Spezia. Its 12th-century tall, narrow houses climb precipitously up the hillside from the sea. Portovenere is built on different levels; visitors enjoy strolling through the narrow streets, delighting in the town's unique ambiance. From Portovenere it is possible to explore the ruggedly beautiful Ligurian villages of Cinque Terre. With their steep-walled coastal cliffs, the villages of these "Five Lands" are perched high above the sea, commanding spectacular views. The 13th-century San Pietro church stands above a grotto named after Lord Byron. Brightly painted with black and white stripes, this striking landmark can be spotted from far out at sea. From the terrace enjoy a spectacular panorama of the Gulf of La Spezia and the hills of Cinque Terre.
Suggested Private Excursions
Portovenere/La Spezia: The Village of Portofino - 6 hours
Portovenere/La Spezia: Highlights of Pisa & Lucca - 6 hours
Portovenere/La Spezia: Forte Dei Marmi - 6 hours
Portovenere/La Spezia: Picturesque Cinque Terre - 8 hours
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Florence/Pisa (Livorno)
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5/29/2024 8:00:00 AM |
5/29/2024 7:00:00 PM |
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Livorno serves as a convenient gateway to Tuscany - which is known for classic landscapes and lush vineyards. Visitors come to see great art centers of Florence, Lucca and Pisa - where names like Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Boticelli, da Vinci, Donatello and Dante come to mind. Pisa is known for its brilliant monuments, which include the 11th-century Cathedral, the Baptistery and the leaning Bell Tower. Lucca is one of the most handsome Romanesque cities in Europe. Its historic center features several fine old churches and lovely squares. Lucca is also known as home of composer Giacomo Puccini, whose birthplace is now a museum. Walking in the historic center, shopping in its elegant stores and enjoying a meal of renowned Tuscan cuisine are some highlights of this area. Downtown Livorno has a fine local market and a variety of fine shops and restaurants. Sights include the 14th-century Loggia della Signoria assembly hall in Florence; the Uffizi Gallery, which houses one of the world's famed museums and the Accademia best-known for Michelangelo's sculptures.
Suggested Private Excursions
Livorno: Cycling Lucca's Medieval Walls - 5 hours
Livorno: Chianti Countryside & Wine Tasting - 8 hours
Livorno: Best of Florence & Pisa - 8 hours
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Olbia
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5/30/2024 9:00:00 AM |
5/30/2024 7:00:00 PM |
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Lying inside the protected Gulf of Olbia in the northeast of Sardinia, the town with the same name sits by the sea. This quaint seaside villiage was originally started as a Greek colony and was the scene of a Roman victory over the Carthaginians in 259 BC. Phoenician and Roman tombs are still in the area and the Pisan Romanesque Church of San Simplicio in the town is a site to behold.
Suggested Private Excursions
Olbia: Costa Smeralda - 4 hours
Olbia: Archaeology & Wine in Sardinia - 4 hours
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Calvi
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5/31/2024 8:00:00 AM |
5/31/2024 9:00:00 PM |
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Calvi, with its long sandy beach, boarded by parasol pine-trees, is dominated by a Genoese citadel planted on a promontory with the small town below, extending along a waterfront, bustling with fishing boats and yachts. Not surprising its idyllic setting is so attractive for ships of all sizes.
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Toulon
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6/1/2024 8:30:00 AM |
6/1/2024 6:00:00 PM |
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Built around a sheltered bay with Mount Faron as an impressive backdrop, Toulon is an important naval port and a city of industry. Its large harbor serves as the base for the French navy's Mediterranean fleet and as home to a sizeable marina, with yachts and pleasure boats adding bright splashes of color. A maze of pedestrian streets constitutes the heart of old Toulon. Shops and colorful stalls make it an attractive area to explore. Avenue de la République runs parallel to the waterfront. At the western edge of the quay, the Naval Museum is visiting by those with an interest in Toulon’s maritime history. Most visitors come here to explore the hinterland and other parts of the Riviera.
Suggested Private Excursions
Toulon - Shore excursion Aix en Provence - 8 hours -
Toulon - Shore Excursion - Green Provence - 8 hours
Toulon Shore Excursion Marseille & Private Calanques Cruise - 8 hours
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At Sea
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6/2/2024 |
6/2/2024 |
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No information currently available.
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Palma de Mallorca
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6/3/2024 8:00:00 AM |
6/3/2024 9:00:00 PM |
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The Balearics are comprised of 16 islands; the three principal ones are Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca. Lying just 60 miles off the Spanish mainland, the islands’ lush and rugged landscape combined with an extremely mild, sunny climate prove irresistible. The Balearics boast cosmopolitan resorts with lively nightlife and plenty of sports activities. Palma de Majorca is the capital of the archipelago. A cosmopolitan city with sophisticated shops and restaurants, it also offers buildings of spectacular Moorish and gothic architecture. Museo de Mallorca housed in the Palacio Ayamans boasts an interesting collection of Moorish, medieval and 18th- to 19th-century art. Those who wish to explore the northern end of the island will enjoy the dramatic land and seascape of Cabo Formentor at the end of a long, narrow peninsula. A winding road with magnificent views leads to the luxury Hotel Formentor, beautifully situated above the bay. The lighthouse of Cabo Formentor is the most northerly point on Majorca.
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Menorca, Balearic Island
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6/4/2024 8:00:00 AM |
6/4/2024 5:00:00 PM |
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Legend tells the winds of Menorca modify the personality of people. Maybe that is the reason why those who came here once as tourists mostly return. Menorca certainly has a very strong personality, and a very different one to the rest of the islands. Menorca, the "minor" island, as it was called by Romans, has an almost virginal interior and shows interesting remains of its old history. On the other hand, there are beaches and lonely bays around it. An ideal resort for all those who are looking for true relaxation.
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Collioure
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6/5/2024 8:00:00 AM |
6/5/2024 9:00:00 PM |
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Collioure is on the Languedoc coast, just north of the border with Spain. Originally a quiet fishing village, Collioure began to attract several famous artists in the 20th century including Matisse, and Pablo Picasso. The town offers a couple of beaches, vineyards, and picturesque mountains. There are two particular sights in the town. The church, Notre-Dame-des-Anges, sits almost in the harbor and its bell tower previously acted as the lighthouse. The second sight is the Royal Castle, which was once occupied by the templar knights. Also popular with visitors is the seafood restaurants along the waterfront - Collioure anchovies are especially highly regarded.
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Barcelona
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6/6/2024 7:00:00 AM |
6/6/2024 |
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Barcelona, the self-confident and progressive capital of Spain, is a tremendous place to be. Though it boasts outstanding Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings, and some great museums – most notably those dedicated to Picasso and Catalan art – it is above all a place where there's enjoyment simply in walking the streets, stopping in at bars and cafés, drinking in the atmosphere. A thriving port and the most prosperous commercial centre in Spain, it has a sophistication and cultural dynamism way ahead of the rest of the country. In part this reflects the city's proximity to France, whose influence is apparent in the elegant boulevards and imaginative cooking. But Barcelona has also evolved an individual and eclectic cultural identity, most perfectly and eccentrically expressed in the architecture of Antoni Gaudí. Scattered as Barcelona's main sights may be, the greatest concentration of interest is around the old town (La Ciutat Vella). These cramped streets above the harbor are easily manageable, and far more enjoyable, on foot. Start, as everyone else does, with the Ramblas.
Suggested Private Excursions
Barcelona: A Walk Through Barcelona and The Sagrada Familia Park Guell for Families- 6 Hours
Art and Architecture in Barcelona (8 hours)
Gaudi’s Barcelona (4 hours)
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