Spotlight on the French Riviera

September 18-26, 2025

 

Please call the office at 613-384-4684 or click here to book online.

 

This getaway is offered in partnership with Collette Tours and includes your Insurance, Airfare, and Airport Transportation.

 

Uncover the chic resorts, sun-soaked beaches and elegant allure that attracts the rich and famous to the exquisite French Riviera.

 

Unpack for a leisurely multi-night stay, embracing the luxury and breathtaking beauty of the French Riviera, or Côte d’Azur. Spend time in the fairy-tale principality of Monaco. Discover the opulence of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and Gardens. Get a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous in Cannes. Watch artisans create fragrant perfumes. Enjoy leisure time to explore on your own.

 

It’s time you lived a little bit of the good life.

 

What's Included:

• Round Trip Airfare from Ottawa International Airport

• Transportation to and from the Airports

• 7 Nights of Hotel Accommodations

• 12 Meals (7 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners)

• Tour Nice, the sunny playground of the rich and famous.

• Explore Monaco and see its iconic sites, such as the Cathedral and the Prince's Palace.

• Travel to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the "Crown Jewel of the French Riviera."

• Discover the hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence with beautiful vistas.

• Visit the stunning seaside palazzo Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its gardens.

• Learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop.

• Explore Saint-Honorat Island, belonging to the monks of Lérins Abbey.

• Savor the Riviera’s Mediterranean cuisine during dinner in Vieux Nice.

• Discover Nice with a local foodie on an interactive city tour.

• Enjoy a typical French lunch in the tearoom of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.

• Collette's Travel Protection Plan Insurance

 

Click here to visit Collette's website for more information about this getaway.

 

Departure Locations & Times:

We have four convenient locations available to board the airport shuttle for this getaway. Please make sure to arrive at your pick up location roughly 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

 

Location	Departure Time	Return Time
Belleville	TBD	TBD
Kingston	TBD	TBD
Gananoque	TBD	TBD
Brockville	TBD	TBD

Package Cost:

The prices shown below are the all-in prices (per person) for the entire tour package including the transportation to and from the airports, flights, accommodations, and included excursions. Pay the $1297 deposit (per person) before March 12, 2025 and save $100 per person.

 

Room Occupancy	Price Per Person (Tax Included)
Single	$9598| $9498
Double	$7498 | $7398
Triple	$7448 | $7348

 

Travel brochures are available - ask us to send you a copy.

Notes:

• A deposit of $1297 per person is required at the time of booking.

• Seats must be booked no later than March 12, 2025

• Deposits are refundable until March 19, 2025

• Final payment is due by June 20, 2025

• For the comfort of fellow passengers, kindly refrain from using scented products and perfumes.

• If you have any food allergies we should be aware, please let us know during the time of booking.

• This tour is offered in conjuction with Collete Tours.

 

Insurance:

Collette's travel protection plan is included with this package and covers you on tour. If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance or evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you're covered.

 

Air Schedules & Seating Requests:

• Air schedules will be secure and shared with passengers closer to the trips departure.

• Some airlines allow Collette to assign seats, but not all. For those airlines that do, Collette will take requests (aisle, middle, window). These requests are never guaranteed, and can be changed by the airline at any time.

• IATA (International Air Transport Association) mandate 830d requires Collette to ask if travelers give permission for us to relay their email and/or mobile number to the airline. The guest has the right to refuse.  The airline wants this information in order to communicate schedule changes starting at 72 hours prior to departure and throughout the duration of the tour. Additionally, this will help assist with contact tracing on the flights. 

• There are many factors that go into booking group air.  Collette uses all major carriers, contracting the best schedule for each tour.  Airlines have full control on types of seats, location of seats, and schedules.  Group air seating is often determined by the airline and guests may not be able to access their file to choose their own seats. Advance seating is subject to the airline's terms and conditions and there is a chance you might not know your seats until check in. Collette works closely with each airline to fulfil group needs within their contracts.  If you are interested in upgrading from economy seating, please note that you may be on a different schedule from the group and will be responsible for additional fees.  Please contact us prior to final payment if you would like to upgrade your airfare. The sooner Collette is advised of any upgrade request the better chance we have to obtain the upgrades at a reasonable cost. 

 

Collette Notes:

The overall activity level of this tour is a level 3. This means you’re an on-the-go traveller. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days with early mornings or late nights balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travellers who require mobility assistance devices. In particular, your visits of Monaco, the Gardens of Villa Rothschild and St. Paul de Vence village involve negotiating some steep inclines over cobblestones, gravel or multiple flights of steps. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motor coaches, especially in historic areas such as the Old Town of Nice, Monaco, Saint-Honorat Island and St. Paul de Vence. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate program with us. Our Client Care Agents can provide additional information or assistance to help you determine the perfect trip for you.

 

If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at time of reservation so the necessary request form can be sent to your attention.

 

*The Little Train tour operates from February to mid-November. In the other months, travellers selecting this choice will transfer to the Monte Carlo district by public bus.

 

**The Saint-Honorat Island cruise operates weather permitting, is dependent on sea conditions, and is only available from April to October. Tours from November through the end of March will visit an alternate winery.

 

Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Single rate subject to change based on availability.

 

To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

 

For air-inclusive reservations, the name provided at time of booking must match your government-issued ID that will be used during travel. Name changes are subject to penalties.

 

Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions.

PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP: PASSPORTS AND VISAS Documentation is required by foreign governments for all trips outside Canada. You should visit Global Affairs Canada at https://travel.gc.ca/ for general information about passports and visa requirements. Some countries require a visa in addition to a valid passport for entry, so it is important that you check with the appropriate foreign consulate or embassy for specific entry requirements and details you need to know regarding how and when to obtain the visa. Please remember the possession of valid passports and necessary visas are the responsibility of each client/passenger. If you would like assistance in ensuring you have the proper visa(s) for your trip outside of Canada, we would be happy to refer you to a company that can assist you. We strongly recommend that you have a valid passport (with seven-month validity) for all travel outside Canada. Please be advised transit visas may be required if connecting through a country on route to your final destination. INSURANCE When travelling outside Canada, health insurance is required. Contact your booking agent for more details. TRAVEL CONDITIONS There may be different living standards and practices and different standards and conditions with respect to the provision of services and accommodations outside of Canada.