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Day 1
Arrival at Nice – Welcome by JERRY QUINLAN’S CELTIC GOLF – Transfer
or drive to Domaine de Châteauneuf.
Lodging at Domaine de Châteauneuf, an old 18th century mansion
framed with foliage and greenery, in the foothills of the Sainte-Baume
range, surrounded by a vast wooded park offering a perfect quietness
to its guests. Located in the heart of Provence, it witnessed the tragic
closing years of Royalty, the throes of the French Revolution
and the rise and fall of Napoleon’s Empire. It still stands there quiet and secluded, welcoming visitors.
Day 2
Golf at Frégate Golf Course
Frégate is one of the rare golf courses on the French Riviera
offering opportunities to take drives towards the Mediterranean
Sea. Panoramic views are stunning and the testing relief
is a constant challenge
for
any golfer. Set in the famous Bandol vineyards, Frégate Golf Course
is one of the most outstanding courses of the Riviera designed
by Ronald Fream.
Suggested sightseeing: Cassis, a charming Provencal fishing port, with quays lined by cafes and restaurants. The calanques (rocky inlets) of Cassis - the spectacular white steep cliffs of the French Riviera - can be visited by boat. Le Castellet, a medieval village perched atop Provencal hills, typical for its tiny cobblestone streets where local artists design handmade pottery and crafts.
Wine tasting visit in a Provence Bandol winery.
Lodging at Domaine de Châteauneuf.
Day 3
Transfer or drive to your hotel. On the way:
Golf at Barbaroux Golf Course
With a course length of 6600 yards, undulated fairways, and six extensive lakes, Barbaroux is an outstanding and demanding course designed by Peter Dye. To remain on narrow and bumpy fairways, iron shots will be necessary, and accuracy will be required to reach the pin on the very large and shaped greens (30% larger than average), especially on the 9th, with its three-level, 90-yard length green.
Lodging at Domaine de Saint-Endréol, a luxury golf hotel residence
in pure Provencal style with 35 suites, in a superb natural setting between the Provence heartland and the French Riviera, just a half hour drive from Cannes and Saint-Tropez.
Day 4
Golf at Taulane Golf Course
This challenging course, designed by the champion Gary Player (his first course in France) is in the heart of the Provence mountains, 3000 feet above sea level. Surrounding the Château de Taulane in a wild and natural landscape, the course offers spectacular views of the mountain ranges. The 9th and 18th holes end in front of the chateau, with a huge double green (as at St. Andrews) sharply defended by a water hazard.
Lodging at Domaine de Saint-Endréol.
Day 5
Golf at Saint-Endréol Golf Course
Saint-Endréol is one of the most spectacular golf courses in Southern France, set amid a splendid natural site. The Roquebrune Mountain, which dominates the site, is set ablaze by the setting sun, while the river l'Endre meanders through century-old parasol pines. The 6800 yards course of impeccably maintained fairways is sculpt by the multiple facets of this seductive and varied landscape, creating the perfect experience for all levels of play. The 13th hole, with its intimidating precipice and green set on the river l'Endre, 90 feet below, tempts and challenges awaiting golfers - an authentic signature hole.
Suggested sightseeing: Visit typical Provencal villages on the Saint-Tropez peninsula - Gassin, overlooking vineyards, forests, and sea - Ramatuelle, perched on the top of a hill and surrounded by famous vineyards - or the legendary seaside village of Saint-Tropez.
Lodging at Domaine de Saint-Endréol.
Day 6
Transfer or drive to your hotel. On the way:
Suggested sightseeing: Visit the villages of Grasse, famous as the world capital of perfumes and a rare example of well-preserved medieval architecture, and Saint-Paul de Vence, famous for its painting galleries. From its rocky outcrop between the mountains and the sea, Saint-Paul overlooks the surrounding landscape - the Mediterranean, the Cap d'Antibes, the Alps, and the Esterel Mountains.
Lodging at Le Mas Candille, a magnificent 16th-century Provencal Mas (farmhouse) surrounded by mature cypress trees and terraces of olive groves. Nestled on the hillside above Cannes, it offers absolute tranquility and classic elegance. While Le Mas Candille's gourmet restaurant is known as one of the best in the area, its Shiseido spa brings perfect harmony to the body and mind.
Day 7
Golf at Royal Mougins Golf Course.
The Royal Mougins Golf Club is a private international Golf Club ranked as one of Europe's best golf courses. Set in a wonderful Provencal landscape, Royal Mougins is located within 20 minutes from La Croisette of Cannes. Robert Van Hagge has created an exciting and spectacular golf course which has to be played with one's brain. Club selection is key to keeping the ball in play and avoiding the water hazards dotted around the eighteen holes. Its high slope (145) perfectly illustrates how challenging this course can be.
Suggested sightseeing: Visit Monte Carlo, a haven for lovers of luxury and sophistication, with its numerous shops and boutiques featuring the best jewelers, designers, and perfumers, as well as an internationally renowned casino.
Monaco is a haven for lovers of luxury and sophistication.
The cream of jewelers, designers and perfumers all
have shops here. Some of the top designers even come
to Monaco to find inspiration. There are also numerous shops and boutiques where
visitors can find either traditional or more unusual gifts. Monte Carlo is also
renowned worldwide through its casino in front of l’Hotel de Paris.
Lodging at Le Mas Candille
Day 8
Transfer or drive to Nice Airport – Departure. |