France: Avignon, Nice, Corsica | Italy: Portovenere, Cinque Terre, Elba, Giglio, Rome
Ship
Privately Owned, 50-passenger Ship
Includes airfare
During your trip, you will have the opportunity to join optional tours to further your discoveries—all of which are noted below. Most of these tours can only be reserved onsite with your Trip Experience Leader, however due to limited space and other special requirements, some optional tours must be reserved before your departure from the U.S. If this trip has optional tours that need to be purchased in advance, they will be noted with a disclaimer below.
Day 6 | $205 per person
Day 6 | $205 per person
On our optional tour of Monaco and Monte Carlo, you’ll first take a panoramic drive to Monaco, a self-governing, independent state full of glamor, style, and wealth, where, according to legend, Hercules opened its roads. You'll stop by Old Monaco’s Grimaldi Palace, where ruler Prince Albert II now lives, and where, every day, the changing of the guard takes place. You’ll also pass through the Cattedrale dell'Immacolata Concezione (Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception) where Albert's famous parents are buried: Prince Rainer III and Grace Kelly, America’s darling movie star.
Then, after lunch at a local restaurant in Monaco, you'll visit lively Monte Carlo—home of the famed Monte Carlo Casino.
Day 11 | $155 per person
Day 11 | $155 per person
Experience the natural beauty of Elba Island on this optional half-day tour to Mount Capanne. Your journey begins with a scenic 20-minute ride on a funicular, where two guests per cabin will ascend to the highest point on Elba Island. Located in the island’s rugged western region, Mount Capanne rises to 1,017 meters (3,337 feet) above the shimmering Mediterranean Sea. At the summit, you'll have time to admire sweeping views of the Tuscan Archipelago and beyond, surrounded by the island’s distinctive Mediterranean vegetation, including Matorral shrublands and woodlands. After descending, visit the nearby village of Marciana—one of Elba’s oldest settlements—for a guided walk through its charming old town of cobbled lanes and historic stone buildings. Conclude your tour with a relaxing included aperitivo before returning to your ship.
Day 16 | $150 per person
Day 16 | $150 per person
Join an expert chef for an introduction to two iconic Italian dishes—pasta and tiramisu. Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch as a local culinarian walks you through the process of mixing and kneading the dough from flour and eggs, and shaping it into delectable noodles. Plus, indulge your sweet tooth as you work with your fellow travelers to craft a creamy tiramisu dessert from fresh ingredients that will be provided to you. At the conclusion of your lesson, sit down for a shared meal and savor the fruits of your labors over an included glass of wine (or a choice of non-alcoholic beverages).
Please note: This optional tour must be purchased at least 30 days prior to your departure date.