Les
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A South of France Vacation Home
Old
World Charm with Modern Amenities
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A food and wine lover's extravaganza from Barcelona to Paris! October 13-25, 2010 $1999 Group size limited to 12
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Day 1: Arrive Barcelona Day 2: Morning Gourmet Walking Tour - Enjoy a flavoursome journey through Barcelona, winding through the historic centre sampling Catalan delicacies and discovering the dishes that have earned Barcelona its reputation for gastronomic excellence.
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| Day 3: Depart by train to the South of France! Your Bed & Breakfast hosts, Keith and Cynthia, will meet you in Carcassonne and escort you to your home stay in Limoux. Enjoy a walk in the local area and wine tasting at Sieur d'Arques winery. | |
In the evening sample La Blanquette de Limoux (the original "champagne") and al fresco regional aperos during an orientation Q&A. | |||
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Day 4: The day begins with a trip to the lively market in nearby Espéraza.
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Lunch in Rennes le Château, reputed to be the site of the Cathar treasure and the inspiration for The da Vinci Code. |  |
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Day 5: Enjoy the all-day Wine & Food Paring Workshop at Domaine Gayda (Côtes de la Malpère) which includes lunch. |
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The evening is free to sample local cuisine using your newfound knowledge! Keith & Cynthia will offer suggestions for a local restaurant. |
| Day 6: We're off to tour La Cité (World Heritage Site) the medieval walled old town of Carcassonne, then on to an afternoon Canal du Midi boat cruise. |
In the evening, enjoy a gourmet meal at Limoux's acclaimed Tantine et Tonton. |
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Day 7: A trip down to the Mediterranean takes us through Corbières wine country. Lunch by the Sea is preceded by Corbières, and followed by, Muscat tastings.
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Evening free: perhaps a mid-evening gathering for café and Armagnac at Café le Commerce in Limoux's main square, Place de la République.
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Day 8: Day free to explore: Try magnificent caves at Limousis, hot springs and thermal baths at Rennes-les-Bains, hike between the four castles of Lastours - a spectacular variety of choices! |
This evening partake of a five-course meal, wine included, at Château de Cavanac. |
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| Day 9: Transfer by train to Paris where you'll have the evening free to explore! |  |
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| Day 10: 1/2 Day sightseeing tour with lunch at the 58 Tour Eiffel Restaurant. |
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Seine Cruise
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Day 11: After the tour ends, those who have purchased the air package will be transferred to the airport. |
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Price
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Price Excludes: • Airfare • Optional Insurance • Items of a personal nature • Meals unless listed |
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The price is for 'land only' and does not include airfare which is approximately $1200.00 at the time of printing. Single rates are available upon request. |
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Email: liz@athlonetravel.com | |||||||||
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Liz Smith: 250 598-5252 
