Experience the French Riviera before the annual meeting
April 7— 11, 2024
Stroll through the perched village of Haut-de-Cagnes, a magnet for
artists with its towering Château Grimaldi and cobbled walkways. Visit the iconic village Saint-Paul-de-Vence; once a stronghold on
the French border, Saint-Paul is now known for its art galleries,
charming stone buildings, and gastronomic restaurants. In the perched artists’ village of Èze, renowned for its perfume
factories and botanical cactus garden, take time for a self-guided
stroll, then relax over lunch at Les Remparts, the sea-facing
terrace restaurant in the famous Chèvre d'Or. Read below for the full itinerary.
Duration
4 Days
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Itinerary
April 7
Arrival in Nice
- Transfer to Hotel
- Afternoon at leisure to relax and explore on your own
- Welcome Dinner
- Overnight at Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
- Meals—D
April 8
Medieval Villages
- Stroll through the perched village of Haut-de-Cagnes, a magnet for artists with its towering Château Grimaldi and cobbled walkways. Visit the iconic village Saint-Paul-de-Vence; once a stronghold on the French border, Saint-Paul is now known for its art galleries, charming stone buildings, and gastronomic restaurants. In Tourrettes-sur-Loup, a centre for the region’s violet production, explore narrow streets populated by artisans, craftsmen, and vendors selling local products. Complete your day with a drive through the spectacular Loup Canyon and a visit to Gourdon. Perched 760 meters above sea level, this charming village provides a panoramic view across the countryside to the Mediterranean Sea.
- Evening at Leisure
- Overnight at Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
- Meals—B
April 9
Les Trois Corniches
- Spend the day discovering the quintessential French Riviera, following the famous Trois Corniches coastal road between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Monte Carlo. Explore the charming fishing village of Villefranche, with its fishermen’s chapel decorated by Jean Cocteau. Visit the elegant Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, strolling through its lush gardens or admiring the palace’s opulent collection of furniture, porcelain and paintings. Step back in time to discover the ancient history of the region at La Turbie, taking in the breathtaking Mediterranean sea views. In the perched artists’ village of Èze, renowned for its perfume factories and botanical cactus garden, take time for a self-guided stroll, then relax over lunch at Les Remparts, the sea-facing terrace restaurant in the famous Chèvre d'Or. After lunch, experience the royal grandeur of Le Rocher, the Rock of Monaco, home to the Prince’s Palace, Cathedral, and Oceanographic Museum, then cross the port to taste the glamorous side of the city, famous for its Casino de Monte-Carlo and exclusive designer boutiques.
- Evening at Leisure
- Overnight at Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
- Meals—B, L
April 10
A Taste of Nice
- Embark on a guided walking / tasting tour of the famous open-air food and flower market on the Cours Saleya. Wander through the market and the streets of the old town, a maze of food specialty shops and boutiques, stopping to sample local specialties such as chick-pea socca, savoury pissaladière and hearty pan bagnat; be sure to save room for a refreshing gelato at the renowned glacier, Fenocchio. At the end of the morning, continue to the ancient district of Cimiez, north of the city. The elegant neighborhood is home to the Musée Marc Chagall and the Musée Matisse, as well as Les Arènes de Cimiez, a vast park that includes a Roman amphitheater, Roman baths, and an Archaeological Museum.
- Farewell Dinner
- Overnight at Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
- Meals—B, D
April 11
Transfer to Aix en Provence to Meet the Group
