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 CARNIVAL OF NICE & LEMON FESTIVAL in MENTON5 days/4 nights - 2004 It was on the seafront, along Promenade des Anglais, that the first Flowers Procession (Bataille de Fleurs) was held in 1876. Soon, the timid exchanges of bouquets of flowers between the rich winter visitors’ decorated carriages developed into a prestigious show, now an integral part of the Carnival. Four to five thousand stems are needed to cover these floats and the florists obtain 90% of their flowers from local producers. During the carnival several parades will feature about 500 ‘big heads’ dazzling in garlands of colours. |
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HOLIDAY ITINERARY DAY 1- February 13th or 20th : Airport / Nice Arrival at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport where you will be welcomed and transfered to your hotel in Nice. ***** DAY 2 & 3- February 14th/15th or 21th/22th : Nice Carnival Free time before noon to enjoy Nice, capital of the French Riviera (see our suggestions bellow). Afternoon : Seats on the tribunes have been reserved for : Day 2 : Carnival Flower Procession : Mimosa, Tokyo, gerbera, daisies, irises, roses... Flowers are thrown into the crowd while the floats are passing by. Day 3 : Corso Carnavalesque with the famous "Big Heads" ***** DAY 4- February 16th or 23th : Guided day-excursion and Menton Lemon Festival Drive on the Moyenne Corniche from Nice and photo stops on our way, enjoying the panoramic views. In Eze village , guided visit of the Fragonard Perfumes Factory ***** Walk in the Ezz's small narrow streets packed with galleries and provencal shops. In Menton ,71th lemon festival. Entrance to the gardens with giant citrus decorations . Lunch in Menton before boarding the coach driving along the Seaside on our way back to Nice. ***** DAY 5- February 17th or 24th : Nice / Airport Transfer to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport where you will take your return flight back home. |
  
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SUGGESTIONS In Nice you will be able to have good times on your own : * City tour in a double-decker bus or by small tourist train. * Visit the numerous museums and historical buildings. * Relax on a terrace or go to the beachor have a walk along the famous “Promenade des Anglais”. * Discover glazed fruits in a Candy Factory "Florian Factory" (free entrance voucher with each booking) * Discover «Vieux-Nice», the old part of the city; its narrow streets and its Flower Market. * OPTIONAL half-day wine-tasting tour : Visit of the Château de Crémat set on the hillside behind Nice. The owners will show the Château and how the various wines are produced followed by wine-tasting accompanied with small canapés spread with regional specialities: anchoiade, olive oil & tapenade For the suggestions, some vouchers will be available in the hotel during your stay. |
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| HOTEL 3 stars hotel located in Nice city centre - Near the shops, the Place Massena, the famous Promenade des Anglais and the beaches. Modern, pleasant and comfortable hotel entirely renovated. Air-conditioned, soundproofed. Buffet-breakfast. All rooms have private facilities, phone, TV, mini-bar, hairdryer. Many restaurants close to the hotels to taste local specialities. 
Royal Riviera Travel - Espace Azur - 179 bld René Cassin - France - 06 000 NICE - tel : + 33 (0)4 93 72 40 40 - fax : + 33 (0)4 93 72 40 41- sales@royal-riviera-travel.com |
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