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Reader Holidays - The French Riviera from The Oxford Times
Departing June - October 2013
From £339.00
*Price shown: 13 Jul 2013 - FEY
A taste of the good life
Join us in one of the world's most celebrated playgrounds, and glittering haunt of the bronzed and well-heeled. Choose between two fantastic resorts - delightful Nice and elegant Menton - and discover the glorious French Riviera on our fantastic range of optional excursions.
What The Price Includes
- Return flights from your local airport to France
- Return airport-to-hotel transfers
- Seven nights' bed and breakfast accommodation in your chosen hotel
- The services of a Newmarket Tour Manager
- Government taxes and service charges
Single rooms are available for a supplement
Resort Information
Each of our resorts offers a lovely base from which to enjoy the beauty of the French Riviera and our optional-excursion programme.
Nice
The Mediterranean's largest resort, Nice's famous promenade - stretching for five kilometres around the curve of the Baie des Anges - is lined with grand Art Deco hotels, galleries and chic stores. The Old Town's narrow streets are lined with fascinating buildings, ancient churches, museums and hidden squares.
Menton
Exuding sun-kissed charm, Menton sits close to the Italian border on the Baie du Soleil. Unspoiled and elegant, its promenade runs along the pretty beachfront, and past the casino and ancient fort. Menton's cafes and bars provide the perfect place to relax, while the quaint old town boasts a delightful mix of Italianate and Baroque buildings.
Itinerary
Day One
Fly to France or Italy (depending on your departure date) and transfer to your hotel. After checking in, you're free to spend the rest of the day exploring.
Day Two
A day of relaxation awaits as you take advantage of all of the hotel's amenities, and soak up the atmosphere in your chosen resort.
Day Three
On today's optional excursion you'll journey along the scenic Moyenne Corniche, with its spectacular vistas of the Cote d'Azur, to the tiny Principality of Monaco. Gaze in awe at Monte Carlo harbour's sumptuous yachts, admire the Palais Princier - home to the Ranier family - and perhaps try your luck inside the famous casino.
Day Four
The second of our optional excursions takes you through the stunning hinterland to ancient Aix en Provence. Discover one of Europe's most beautiful town centres with the famous Cours Mirabeau, or 'grand boulevard', at its heart. Stroll through the delightful Old Town, visit one of the many galleries and boutiques, and explore the charming Quartier Mazarin.
Day Five
Head across the Italian border to the 'Riviera of Flowers', today, stopping first in bustling Ventimiglia. Wander the colourful flower market before we continue along the coast to sunny, grand San Remo. Stroll through the old town, La Pigna, admire its Liberty-style buildings and striking, onion-domed Russian Orthodox church, and soak up the atmosphere on the harbour-front.
Day Six
Another day left free for relaxation and exploration.
Day Seven
Our final optional excursion takes you west along the Cote d'Azur to Cannes. Explore the world-famous seafront promenade, La Croisette, and the charming Old Town of Le Suquet, overlooking the stunning blue waters. From here we'll continue to equally glamorous St-Tropez, where there's lots of opportunities to people-watch from one of the delightful pavement cafes.
Day Eight
Transfer back to the airport to check-in for your flight home.
The following hotels are offered with this holiday (subject to availability and supplementary pricing)
Hotel Kyriad Nice Port
A short walk from the resort's historic port and close to the Old Town - with its vast array of bars, cafes and restaurants - this superbly located, modern hotel offers an exceptional value stay and an ideal 'bed for the night'.
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Introduction
A short walk from the resort's historic port and close to the Old Town - with its vast array of bars, cafes and restaurants - this superbly located, modern hotel offers an exceptional value stay and an ideal 'bed for the night'.
Facilities & Amenities
Breakfast is served at the hotel and although there are no other restaurant facilities, the hotel's location means guests are spoiled for choice with nearby eateries.
Hide Hotel Information »Quality Hotel Mediterranee
Ideally located in the heart of delightful Menton, this modern hotel is just moments from the sea and the exquisite Old Town with its many restaurants and cafes.
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Introduction
Ideally located in the heart of delightful Menton, this modern hotel is just moments from the sea and the exquisite Old Town with its many restaurants and cafes.
Rooms
Air conditioning Refrigerator Satellite TV Mini bar Safe Hairdryer
Hide Hotel Information »Quality Suites Nice Excellior
These beautiful, serviced apartments/studios are set right on the famed Promenade des Anglais, just a few steps from the sea. Guests have the option of enjoying a breakfast, which is served daily, or making use of the fully equipped kitchenette.
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Introduction
These beautiful, serviced apartments/studios are set right on the famed Promenade des Anglais, just a few steps from the sea. Guests have the option of enjoying a breakfast, which is served daily, or making use of the fully equipped kitchenette.
Rooms
Each studio includes a kitchenette equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee-maker
Hide Hotel Information »Ibis Styles Menton
The three-star Ibis Styles Menton Hotel is located in the heart of town, just one hundred metres from the beach. It is close to the Basilique St Michel, the Chapelle des Penitents Blancs, the Jean Cocteau Museum and the Casino.
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Introduction
The three-star Ibis Styles Menton Hotel is located in the heart of town, just one hundred metres from the beach. It is close to the Basilique St Michel, the Chapelle des Penitents Blancs, the Jean Cocteau Museum and the Casino.
Facilities & Amenities
The hotel has a bar where you can enjoy drinks, snacks and a selection of newspapers, a safety deposit box, a lift and air conditioning throughout. Free self-service coffee/tea is available all day. The hotel has a non-smoking policy.
Rooms
Each bedroom has a balcony or terrace, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, direct dial telephone and a hairdryer.
Hide Hotel Information »Best Western Nice Riviera
This comfortable hotel, completely renovated in 2006, is well placed in the centre of town, just a few steps from the station and only a short walk to the beach.
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Introduction
This comfortable hotel, completely renovated in 2006, is well placed in the centre of town, just a few steps from the station and only a short walk to the beach.
Facilities & Amenities
Breakfast is served at the hotel and although there are no other restaurant facilities, the hotel's location means guests are spoiled for choice with nearby eateries.
Rooms
Private facilities Air conditioning WiFi internet access Satellite TV
Hide Hotel Information »Three-Star Hotel
'Allocated on Arrival'
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Introduction
Save money by choosing an 'Allocated on Arrival' hotel. Click 'Hotel Details' above for further information.
Hide Hotel Information »Four-Star Hotel
'Allocated on Arrival'
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Introduction
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All the holidays featured are operated by Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd, ABTA No.V7812, ATOL No. 2325, and Newmarket Promotions Ltd, ABTA No. V787X.Local Information
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