French Art Voyage: Paris, the Rhône and the French Riviera
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Highlights
- I like to spend much of the day exploring
- Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
- Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group
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Itinerary
Hotel check-in from 4:00 p.m.
Aeroport Nice Côte d’Azur — Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport (NCE), about 7 miles (12 km) from the hotel in Antibes. See your program’s Transportation Information regarding transfers.
Orientation: The Group Leader will g...
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Use of Paris Métro, accessed by walking up/down flights of stairs; elevators/escalators not available in most stations; be prepared to stand on Métro if seats are not available; crowded conditions. Walking up to 3 miles, standing up to 2 hours at a time; cobblestone a...
Use of Paris Métro, accessed by walking up/down flights of stairs; elevators/escalators not available in most stations; be prepared to stand on Métro if seats are not available; crowded conditions. Walking up to 3 miles, standing up to 2 hours at a time; cobblestone a...
Hotel check-out 12:00 Noon. See your program’s Transportation Information regarding transfers.
If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed ...
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