Essential Europe Travel

Day 1

Meet & greet private transfer from airport to hotel
Accommodation in deluxe room with se view and terrace, breakfast & taxes included at La Perouse****

Hotel La Perouse is a four star hotel, situated at the east tip of the Baie des Anges, just before the starting point of "Promenade des Anglais." An unparalleled location to be in Nice, far away from city noise and enjoying one of the best views of the bay. You can see the complete coast line contoured by the Promenade des Anglais. In addition to the view and tranquility, the hotel is walking distance from the flower market, where you will find a street market with lots of antiques and several nice open air restaurants.

The hotel was closed from November 99 until March 2000, undergoing a full renovation: Rooms at la Perouse are well fitted, standard in size and impeccable. They simply vary in location in regards to view, and whether they have or not, balcony or terrace. The rooms with terrace are the most expensive, but they are well worth it. The terrace is absolutely private; no one can see you from other rooms. Each terrace has two lounge chairs plus a dining table where you can enjoy from a room service breakfast to a wonderful dinner overlooking the beautiful bay.

Day 2

Full day private guided tour of the French Riviera

Enjoy the panoramic view from Mt.Alban overlooking the bay of Villefranche while driving to the Rothschild Villa.
Visit the Renaissance style villa with its impeccably laid out French gardens. Admire the priceless treasures accumulated by Ephrussi de Rothschild during her lifetime.
Have lunch in St Paul.  Splurge for lunch on your own at La Colombe d'Or, where famous artists once traded their works for a night's lodging.
Discover the artists' enclave of St. Paul-de-Vence, with a visit to the Fondation Maeght, a renowned modern art museum.
In the afternoon, you could select among these options.  You could do one of these options.
Vence: The Rosaire Chapel by Matisse
Grasse, world capital of the perfume industry.   Visit the world famous Molinard perfume factory
The Alps, valleys and coastline from the Route Napoléon.
Mougins, stroll through the winding old village with its gastronomic restaurants, art galleries and village square.
Biot:  picturesque village famous for its bubble-flecked glassware.
Vallauris: pottery capital where Picasso spent a lot of time.  Visit the famous chapel where he painted "War & Peace".
Cagnes sur Mer: Musée Renoir :  Les Collettes is almost exactly as it was when the artist died.  In the house are ten of Renoir's paintings, as well as works by his friend Bonnard & Dufy.  Visitors can also explore his beloved olive groves.

Day 3

½ day private guided tour to Monte Carlo and Eze

Enjoy the panoramic view over Nice from  Mont Boron as you drive to the Middle Corniche stop at Eze. Eze is a perched medieval village with artisan shops and breathtaking views. A guided tour at Fragonard perfumery is waiting for you. Visit the Old Town of Monaco, the Prince Palace, the changing of Palace Guards, as well as the Cathedral and the Cousteau Oceanographic Museum. Continuing to Monte-Carlo you pass a lap on the Formula One Grand Prix circuit. You will have free time at Casino Square to find your pleasure in luxury shopping, amazing gardens, or simply by trying your chances at the tables in the Casino. Drive along spectacular coastline Lower Corniche between Monaco and Nice harbouring ancient villages and modern marinas. Admire the bay and Citadel of Villefranche as you return to your hotel.

Day 4 and 5

at leisure