Premier Tours and Travel s Unique Experiential Travel for 2019 Explore the Provence Palette Through the Eyes of Artist Vida Miller

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1 Premier Tours and Travel s Unique Experiential Travel for 2019 Explore the Provence Palette Through the Eyes of Artist Vida Miller May 10-21, 2019 Premier Tours and Travel, Inc C Ocean Highway 17 Pawleys Island, SC

2 Le Mas de Belle Combe Accommodation About the Property: This beautiful property is made up of a main house with 4 bedrooms ensuite, and next to that are 6 more bedrooms ensuite, each with their own entrance. In the main house, the living spaces are living room, dining room and kitchen, with an additional larger dining room. These open out to the south-facing terrace with wonderful views. The house is in a wonderful position high up and facing south over a wide tapestry of Provence countryside to the Luberon mountain. The view is best appreciated from the raised terrace outside the living room and kitchen, where the dining table and relaxation area are set. From here, you also have a lovely view of the village of Gordes on its promontory to the west. Below this terrace are the garden with expansive lawn and olive trees, and the pool area, also with a view. The lovely garden spreads out over the property offering many opportunities for relaxation. For anyone who wants their own space, most of the bedrooms also have their own little patio with table and chairs. Gordes The closest village to the Villa Le Mas de Belle Combe The villa is in a peaceful country setting half a mile from the village of Gordes in the Luberon region of Provence. Gordes is perhaps the most picturesque village in Provence, if not France. Honey-colored houses spiral down from the medieval castle at the top, to form the perfect hill-top village. Views from the village are far and wide over the vineyards and orchards of the Luberon Mountains. Gordes has many restaurants and a lovely Tuesday morning market, as well as basic food stores. In summer, it is lively with cultural events and in the off-season it is calmer and more relaxed. Just outside Gordes is the lavender photo opportunity Senanque Abbey.

3 Itinerary Day 1, May 10th Depart US for Marseille, France Day 2 Villa Le Mas de Belle Combe - Gordes Arrive Marseille Airport in the AM Private Group Transfer to Gordes PM Check-in at Villa Le Mas de Belle Combe, Gordes, France Welcome Chef s Dinner at Le Mas de Belle Combe with a Champagne toast; Chef selected wine list with wines available for purchase Day 3 - Gordes Wake up to breakfast and an amazing view of the hillside village of Gordes, France. Spend the morning in beautiful, medieval Gordes. On a guided tour, walk through the vaulted, arcaded lanes that reveal the town s many charms and lead to local markets where you can pick up the makings for a traditional picnic lunch perhaps a baguette, fruit and meats, cheese, olives and, of course, wine anything that tempts your palate! Enjoy your picnic in a Provencal meadow that looks out over the picturesque valley with afternoon time spent with a visit to Senanque Abbey. Optional painting opportunity Day 4 Roussillon Bonnieux Menerbes You will enjoy a guided tour of the hilltop villages of the Luberon region: Travel through quintessential landscapes to visit Roussillon and walk through the famous red and yellow ochre cliffs; Continue to Bonnieux, an authentic hilltop village offering many shops and cafes with free time for lunch; Pass through the village of Lacoste with it s amazing views for a photo stop then on to Menerbes, the village made famous by the author Peter Mayle in his book, A Year in Provence. End the day with a wine tasting at one of the many small, elite vineyards producing the exquisite Rosé wines and experience the elegance of the Rosé noble wines of the region. Dinner on your own in the village of Gordes Day 5 - Gordes Today is a day to relax! Optional painting opportunity in Gordes or enjoy exploring the beautiful village on your own. Enjoy shopping and stop by one of the many cafes for lunch. End your afternoon in a lovely gallery in Gordes for a special wine tasting of the Rosés of the Provence Region Hands on Cooking! Optional: Cooking Lesson and Wine Pairing Day 6 Saint Remy de Provence Today, you will visit the beautiful city of Saint Remy de Provence, forever entwined with the legacy of Vincent van Gogh. This lovely city was also the birthplace of Nostradamus, known for his prophecies. You will enjoy strolling through the local market, brimming with fresh produce, baguettes straight from the oven, fragrant herbs, and seasonal specialties taste and select some French cheeses to take home with you! Optional painting opportunity in Saint Remy

4 Day 7 L Isle sur la Sorgue - Avignon Chateauneuf du Pape Vineyards You will visit Avignon and enjoy a guided tour of this magnificent medieval city where you will walk through the streets lined with 17 th and 18 th century houses and view the Palais des Papes. On the way, there will be a stop in the lovely town of L Isle sur la Sorgue, known for its antique shops. There will be free time for shopping, exploring, and lunch on your own. After lunch, you will depart Avignon to the famous Chateauneuf du Pape vineyards for a cheese and wine tasting. Day 8 Les Baux de Provence The morning begins with a visit to the small medieval village of Les Baux de Provence, considered as one of the most beautiful villages in France. As you stroll through the village take time to enjoy the spectacular views from the deserted citadel, pleasant little square, and the chapel decorated by a local artist. Lunch on your own in the village. Optional opportunity for painting in beautiful Les Baux de Provence Celebrate with a Farewell Chef s Dinner with complimentary wine Day 9 Aix-en-Provence Saint Paul de Vence Breakfast at the Villa AM Check-out of Villa Le Mas De Belle Combe Today, we depart our lovely villa and travel to the beautiful town of Saint Paul de Vence. On the way, we will stop in Aix-en-Provence, founded by the Romans in 103 BC. Aix has been called the city of a thousand fountains and is known for its colorful flower market. You will get a glimpse of daily life for the artist, Paul Cezanne, and retrace his work and inspiration. You will visit the Musée Granet d Aix-en-Provence, where you will see his masterpieces on display and step inside his old workshop. After a lovely day in Aix, you will be transferred to your hotel in Saint Paul de Vence (30 minutes) Dinner on your own 3 Nights in St. Paul de Vence Day 10 Eze Villefranche-sur-Mer Your morning will begin with a visit to the picturesque hilltop village of Eze where you will enjoy strolling through the local market, Place de la Colette. On to a panoramic tour of Nice from Eze, your travels will take you to The Matisse Museum, located high atop the city. You will enjoy a guided tour to view the many works of Matisse. In the afternoon, you will meet your guide for a walking tour of the lovely seaside town of Villefranche-sur-Mer. The bright and animated waterfront is lined with Italian facades with cafes and bars. Walking through the narrow, winding and steep streets, you will get a glimpse of the harbor from many vantage points. An optional painting opportunity in Villefranche-sur-Mer by the sea to capture the amazing land and seascapes of the French Riviera Farewell Dinner in St. Paul de Vence (included); Alcoholic Beverages and Wines available for purchase Day 11 St. Paul de Vence For your last day in Provence, you will have a walking tour of St. Paul de Vence where galleries and studios dominate the village. You will visit the Chapelle du Rosaire, a Catholic chapel with singularly beautiful windows and decor designed by Matisse himself. Optional painting opportunity in St. Paul de Vence Time for lunch on your own in a lovely French café and enjoy shopping for those last minute gifts! Dinner on your own Day 12 Transfer from your hotel in St. Paul de Vence to the Nice International Airport for your flight home Your Provence art experience includes: 7 night stay at the beautiful Villa Le Mas de Belle Combe near the hilltop village of Gordes 10 Breakfasts, 6 Chef Dinners, 1 Farewell Dinner in St. Paul de Vence Optional hands-on cooking lesson with French Chef 3 nights in a hotel in the beautiful and charming village of Saint Paul de Vence All Private Transfers required within the program as presented Guided tours in Avignon, Aix en Provence, Nice and Villefranche sur Mer Enjoy Saint Remy de Provence with a visit to its famous market and Les Baux de Provence, known for its extraordinary beauty Guided tours to the hilltop villages of the Luberon Region: beautiful Menerbes; Roussillon, with its red cliffs; Bonnieux, with its many shops and cafes; the hilltop village of Gordes with its amazing landscapes and Walking Tour of St. Paul de Vence with a tour of the Rosary Chapel (Matisse) Wine and Cheese tasting at Chateauneuf du Pape vineyards Wine tasting at a local vineyard near the village of Menerbes Rosé wine tasting in a lovely art gallery in the village of Gordes Individual painting supplies (travel friendly)

5 COST OF PROVENCE ART EXPERIENCE $4885 per person based on double occupancy Single Supplement: An additional $1500 Deposit: $1000 per person due at time of booking or by December 15, 2018 PLEASE NOTE: AIRLINE TICKET COSTS ARE NOT INCLUDED; We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance. If you decide to purchase travel insurance, we are happy to help you with that. If deemed necessary, this itinerary may be altered at the discretion of Premier Tours & Travel, Inc. **Limited Space Available The rate will be based on confirmation of a minimum of 16 participants. Please call Judy at or to request a brochure or to confirm your reservation.