Tour Code: 27FNS
Tour Manager: Matt Daniel
Group Size: 8
Activity level: Moderate

We explore the best of Southern France, including the French Riviera and Provence, and end in the fascinating Basque Country between France and Spain followed by Bordeaux.

Monday, October 4
Our group meets in the morning. We suggest arriving one day earlier to rest and recover from jet lag. Visit the Chagall Museum, Old Town Nice, and the pleasant town of Antibes. Welcome dinner. Stay in the Nice/Antibes area for 2 nights.

Tuesday, October 5
Take an all-day driving tour to visit the glitz of Monaco including the Princes' Palace and the casino. Also we go to visit the beautiful gardens of the Villa Ephrussi Rothschild.

Wednesday, October 6
Drive to Cassis where we take a cruise to visit the gorgeous calenques. Continue on to Marseilles. Stay 2 nights in Marseilles.

Thursday, October 7
Sightsee Marseilles all day today with a local deaf guide, including the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Mucem Museum, and wandering its fascinating back streets.

Friday, October 8
Drive through eastern Provence, taking a driving tour through Roussillon, Gordes, St. Remy, and Les Baux. Stay in Fontvieille for 2 nights.

Saturday, October 9
Visit the Pont du Gard Aqueduct then return to Arles to be guided around by a deaf local.

Sunday, October 10
Transfer to Carcassonne, stopping by Nimes to visit the Temple of Diana and the Forum. In Carcassonne, with a local deaf guide we will appreciate the well-preserved medieval town with its defense walls intact. Overnight in Carcassonne.

Monday, October 11
Drive to Toulouse and tour the city all day today with deaf local guides including the historic center, the aerospace museum, and the Machine Hall. Stay in Toulouse for 2 nights.

Tuesday, October 12
Drive up to Albi to visit the Toulouse-Lautrec museum and Montauban for the Ingres museum. Return to Toulouse in the afternoon.

Wednesday, October 13
We drive to San Sebastian. Afternoon guided tour of San Sebastian with a local deaf guide, including pintxos tasting.

Thursday, October 14
We visit Bilbao including the famous Guggenheim Museum, an architectural marvel, and the old city center.

Friday, October 15
Day free to relax and take in the delights of San Sebastian.

Saturday, October 16
Drive to Bordeaux. On the way we stop by French Basque Country including St. Jean de Luz, Bayonne and Biarritz with a local deaf guide. Stay in Bordeaux for 2 nights.

Sunday, October 17
Tour the city of Bordeaux today with a deaf guide. Taste some of the world’s most famous wines in the afternoon. Farewell dinner.

Monday, October 18
Transfer to Bordeaux airport for your flights.

Updated 07/31/2025

Matt, born in the former GDR (German Democratic Republic), Matthias brings a wealth of experience to the table as a social worker, trainer, manager, and financial officer. His diverse background reflects his multifaceted personality and passion for connecting with others.

A seasoned traveler, Matthias finds his heart drawn to Japan and the Brittany region of France, which he considers his “heartland.” Now based in Paris, he shares his life with his French partner, Alexandre, who is proudly from Brittany. Known for his warm and radiant smile, Matthias loves meeting people from all walks of life. His motto: “Just smile and be happy!”

• 14 nights in 3-star accommodations.

• 16 meals: Breakfast (14), Dinner (2)

• Services of a deaf Tour Leader on call 24 hours a day.

• Services of local deaf guides.

• All transportation expenses.

• All city and/or tourist taxes. 

• Airport transfers at beginning and end of tour.

• All admission fees for attractions and museums mentioned in the itinerary.

• Informative travel preparation packet.

• $100 Repeat Customer Discount per person on your next regular tour.

• Domestic and/or international airfares.

• All other meals not mentioned in the itinerary and personal expenses.

• Travel Insurance.

• All types of transit and tourist visas (if applicable) - e.g. ETIAS.

• Tips for your Tour Leader, Tour Assistant(s) and/or Local Guides

• Tour begins in Nice, France and ends in Bordeaux, France.

• Tour will be confirmed when we meet the minimum number of participants

• When the tour is confirmed, additional deposits or payments may be required

• Significant walking is expected during the tour, and moderate physical fitness is required

• Hands On Travel recommends purchasing a travel insurance plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected

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With this tour confirmation, your $500 deposit is now non-refundable in any event you need to back out. However, it may be transferable to a future tour.