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Welcome to Nice - Capital of the French Riviera! With over 300 days of sunshine a year, its own, distinct gastronomy, a stunning beach promenade facing a vast choice of hotels, Nice is a stunning combination of old (Vieux Nice) and new. The old city is particularly special, narrow, streets, boutique shops and restaurants form an enchanting yet relaxing combination.

Enjoy a dazzling glimpse of life in one of the wealthiest corners in the world with this fascinating half-day tour from Nice that takes in Monaco and the medieval village of Èze on the return journey. Along the way pass rustic villages and modern marinas, and enjoy breathtaking views of Nice and the coastal resort of Villefranche. As the tour departs Nice, pause for a moment at Mont Boron and enjoy the panoramic views over the Old Town and Nice Castle. On the other side of the mountain is Villefranche, a resort situated on a breathtaking bay framed by verdant hills. It has two historic fortifications, the Fort du Mont Alban and the Citadel of Saint-Elme, a relic of its position on the crossroads between France and Italy.

This morning, transfer to the train station. Travel from Nice to Paris (Paris Gare de Lyon) by high-speed TGV train. Paris, the ultra-cosmopolitan French capital city, has a longstanding global reputation as a Mecca of art, culture, fashion, gastronomy, history and architecture. Called the City of Light, City of Love and Capital of Fashion, Paris is not only brimming with internationally famous attractions but is an energetic city where beauty and vivacity ever-weave its curvy streets. On arrival at Paris, proceed to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel. Discover Paris at your leisure on this Hop-on Hop-off Tour. Pass by the most famous of Paris’s landmarks, from the mighty Arc de Triomphe, which overlooks the renowned Champs Elysees, to the grand Louvre Museum, which holds some of the world’s most famous pieces of art, including Leonardo Da Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’. You will also be taken by the Seine River, which winds through the centre of Paris, as well as the Orsay Museum, which is host to some of the world’s most impressive impressionist artists’ work, including Van Gogh and Monet. Overnight stay in Hotel.

The morning and afternoon is free for you to explore Paris on your own. You may choose to go to the Louvre Museum in morning (on your own) where you can see the Mona Lisa, follow the Da Vinci code trail and decide which one of the 35,000 pieces on display you will look at in one of the world’s largest museums. In the evening go for cruise on the River Seine which will introduce you to the main monuments of Paris. This will be followed by a magical and magnificent drive through Paris by night with its beautiful illuminated buildings where you will be delighted by the views of the Champs-Elysees, Arch of triumph, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Pyramid and many more. Return back to hotel in the night for stay.

Today you will be transferred to Paris airport for your flight back home.