b'DiscoveriesExperience the picturesque Cte dAzur from your base in Nice, delving into a world of coastal resorts, traditional7 DAYS from 1,299pptowns and the quintessential Riviera lifestyle. 1,199 ppYOUR ITINERARYDay 1. London to Nice: Straight to the Riviera TO/FROM Nice MonacoMeeting this morning at London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris.PARIS 6In the French capital, a change of trains takes us to Nice. Our hotel is located aFRANCE Villefranche-Sur-Mershort walk from the famous Promenade des Anglais and your evening is free.Day 2. A free day to explore Nice AntibesSpend a relaxing day getting to know Nice at your own pace. You could visitCannesthe Jardins du Muse Massna where admission is free to these landscaped gardens full of tropical plants and trees, surrounding a Belle poque villa. Alternatively, venture into the city on the modern Nice Tramway. In the Old Town, Cours Saleya is a colourful market selling local produce.Day 3. Antibes and Cannes on the Cte dAzur WHATS INCLUDED:Heading along the coast by train, we visit the harbour town of Antibes for time at leisure. This old port has attracted visitors for centuries, including Pablo 6 nights 3-Star hotel Picasso who lived in Chteau Grimaldi. The castle is now the site of the PicassoaccommodationMuseum, housing a collection of the artists work. This afternoon, we continue Eurostar Standardby train to Cannes. This glamorous town was originally a small fishing village and is now famous for its prestigious annual film festival. Standard Class rail travel All rail and coach travel throughout Day 4. Uncover the art and culture of Nice your tourNice has a fantastic mix of art, cuisine, and history, you could spend a free day in the city uncovering this renowned culture. There are many excellentExpertise of a UK Tour Manager museums to be found or, for those interested in live music, the Old Town offrom start to finishbuzzes with jazz bars. You could also relax in the Hotel Negresco, where youBreakfast each day, 2 dinnerscan sample the famous Royal Negresco cocktail containing champagne and flakes of gold. This evening, you might like a gentle stroll along the PromenadeAll guided tours and excursionsdes Anglais, enjoying sea air and views of the Mediterranean. Day 5. Discovering picturesque Villefranche-sur-MerTravelling by rail to Villefranche-sur-Mer, there is free time to explore this small coastal towna rainbow of pastel-coloured buildings cascading down to a sheltered harbour. On the quayside, you can find the colourful Chapel of St Paul where another surprise awaitsthe interior is decorated withTour Code: NRS| per person based ondelicate renderings by filmmaker and artist Jean Cocteau. Return travel to2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers Nice is included in the afternoon or you could explore further and make yourfrom 550.way back independently. Nearby is Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, one of the most exclusive residential areas in the world, where you can find the pink-hued villa2025 Departures: formerly owned by socialite Baroness Batrice Ephrussi de Rothschild. APR, MAY, JUN, SEP, OCTDay 6. Guided tour of glamorous MonacoThe Lower Corniche Road provides views of the azure Mediterranean on our way by coach to Monaco. This sovereign state is renowned as a playgroundEveryday Traveller Ratedfor the rich and famous with superyachts lining the large marina. On a guided tour, we see the Place du Casino and view the famous Monte-Carlo Casino.1 2 3 4Since the 13th century, Monacos Old Town has been the stronghold of the Grimaldi dynasty. Here, we witness the time-honoured Changing of the Guards ceremony at the Palais du Prince. After the tour, theres free time. Secure your place nowwith a 275pp depositDay 7. Homeward boundLeaving Nice and the French Riviera today, we board the direct train to Paris.For more information on In the French capital, we swap to the Eurostar, arriving back in London in the evening, where your holiday concludes and you can make your way home.dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/NRSFRANCE 37'