This lot benefits: Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast

Explore two of France's loveliest cities, both UNESCO World Heritage sites: Bordeaux and Saint-E?milion. Sample the region's finest wines at legendary Cha?teaux such as Margaux, Mouton Rothschild, and Ange?lus. Stroll Bordeaux's beautiful neighborhoods, designed by Baron Haussmann, the same celebrated 18th-century architect who rebuilt Paris, and marvel at the centuries-old E?glise Monolithe of Saint-E?milion.

Your tour begins in Bordeaux City, where you will head to the Left Bank, starting in Saint-Este?phe and Pauillac. Thanks to the relationships your tour guides have with the area's top wineries, you will have entry into First Growths, Second Growths, and other exclusive estates.

Your second day on the Left Bank will include visits in Saint-Julien and Margaux. Here the possible properties include the magnificent Cha?teau Margaux, Cha?teau Palmer, or Cha?teau d'Issan complete with its turrets and moats. The wines of the Margaux appellation are also extraordinary and have received some of the highest ratings in Bordeaux for the past several vintages.

Your tour of the Right Bank includes estates in the Saint-E?milion appellation. Visit acclaimed Cha?teaux such as Ange?lus, Cheval Blanc, Barde-Haut, Troplong Mondot, or Tertre Roteboeuf. You'll also visit Pomerol, often called the Temple of Wine in Bordeaux. Visits will likely include Cha?teau Clinet, with superstar winemaker Ronan Laborde, and Cha?teau La Conseillante, where Marielle Cazeaux produces some of the most sought-after wines in the region. And, of course, stop for photos in front of the celebrated Cha?teau Petrus.

Your adventure doesn't stop there. Learn a few French culinary secrets during a cooking class at Cha?teau Ambe Tour Pourret, a Saint-E?milion Grand Cru property. Afterward, enjoy dinner accompanied by estate wines with the Cha?teau owners, Celine or Franc?oise Lannoye.

Finally, celebrate your new-found wine knowledge with a cocktail party at the home of a local winemaker. This Bordeaux tour is an unforgettable experience that many past patrons have called "the trip of a lifetime."

This lot includes:

• Six (6) nights, seven (7) days in Bordeaux (both Right and Left Bank) for three (3) couples in luxury accommodations
• Personal guided/driven tour by Michel Thibault and Marla Norman
• Winery tours and tastings coordinated daily through Michel, including private wineries ?Dinner and a personal tour with Helene Garcin-Leveque (Cha?teau Barde-Haut)
• Tapas evening at Le Flacon in Bordeaux
• Cooking class at Cha?teau Ambe Tour Pourret, Saint-E?milion
• Airport and train station transfers

Restrictions: Travel must be scheduled based on availability October 21 - November 3, 2019. Not included are all car expenses (rental, insurance, gasoline, parking, and tolls) with exception of driver, foods in restaurants (other than cooking class and Garcin family visit), or personal expenses. Accommodation upgrades are available at buyer's expense. Expires November 4, 2019.

This lot benefits: Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast

Just the name French Riviera, or Cote d'Azur as the French say, is synonymous with dazzling Mediterranean views, magnificent beaches, and luxurious villas. Three couples are invited on a journey from Marseilles to Nice to enjoy the Riviera lifestyle with its distinctive cuisine and local wines. Add a dash of Cezanne-inspired color with a day trip to Aix-en Provence for Provencal cooking and a chance to shop for handicrafts produced by famed area artisans.

Arrive in Marseilles where you will be greeted by Michel and Marla, your guides for the duration of your trip. Join them at their villa along the Riviera in Cassis for a glass of champagne before venturing into the village for a feast of freshly-caught seafood while enjoying views of the sparkling blue marina. Spend one more day in Cassis visiting Clos Sainte-Magdeleine and sampling their exquisite blanc and rose? wines. Cruise by boat along the coast through small inlets taking in the beautiful aqua water and secluded beaches. End your day dining at one of the village's finest water-view cafes.

Your third day in France will be spent in the vibrant city of Aix-en-Provence where Roman antiquities meld with Medieval churches and contemporary architecture. Art lovers can visit Musee Granet to view the paintings of the city's favorite son and artistic genius, Paul Cezanne. Spend time at the farmer's market filled with handcrafted, local products before enjoying a leisurely lunch and a Pastis, which originated in Provence.

Spend your fourth day exploring the limestone hills within the pretty seaside resort of Bandol while enjoying the region's unique wines. Begin the journey to Nice the next morning with a few planned stops along the way. Visit the ultra-glamorous Saint Tropez for an early cocktail and walk along the harbor. Stop next in Antibes, famous for the many artists who succumbed to its charms, including Picasso and Monet, and tour Chateau Grimaldi, Picasso's home-turned-museum. It's a short drive from Antibes to your hotel in Nice where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the appropriately named Baie de Anges or Bay of Angels. Join the locals for a stroll down one of Nice's top attractions, the Promenade des Anglais. The spectacular walkway stretches over 4.5 miles along the Mediterranean and boasts some of the world's best sunsets.

Continue your exploration of Nice at Cours Saleya in the heart of the city's exotic local markets. Ambitious guests may wish to climb Castle Hill to take in the sweeping views from the highest point in Nice. Enjoy an honored French tradition of an evening aperitif from a rooftop bar before dining in one of the city's best restaurants. End your unforgettable adventure with a toast to the extraordinary coastline and villages referred to as the French Riviera.

This lot includes:

• Six (6) nights in Cassis and Nice on the French Riviera for three (3) couples at four-star hotels
  
• Private tour of the French Riviera including all planning, reservations, driving, and organization of wine tastings by private guides, Michel Thibault and Marla Norman for six (6) days for three (3) couples
  
• Boat ride in Cassis along Calanques for three (3) couples Visits to Cassis and Bandol vineyards for three (3) couples
• Guided day trip to Aix-en-Provence for three (3) couples Visits to Saint-Tropez and Antibes
  
• Airport and train station transfers

Restrictions: Van rental, gas expenses, meals, and any other activity not listed above are not included. Travel must be scheduled in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is based on availability between April 12 - May 10, 2020, or October 20 - November 15, 2020.