Optional Activities available on Sunday, April 1, 2007
Opio Valbonne Golf Course
About 50 minutes by car from Monaco
18 holes
5931 meters
Par 72
In the heart of the Côte d'Azur, the Opio Valbonne Golf Course is one of the jewels of the Riviera between Cannes, Nice and Grasse, set in the heart of a superb forest domain. In a magnificent, undulating natural park of 220 hectares, the design of the course marries perfectly the rich vegetation and the different variety of trees. The course, one of the oldest in the region, was designed in 1966 by the master of English architecture, Donald Harradine.
Major work was undertaken in 2002, guided by the architect Robert Berthet. This course is an absolute delight for golfers. A number of greens have been completely re-designed and significant modifications have been made to holes number 10, 11 and 14. The first nine holes require skillful mastering of the approaches and the irons. As for the last nine holes, they require long and regular drives.
Spa and Pamper Treatments at "Les Thermes Marins de Monte Carlo"
Every day, Les Thermes Marins de Monte Carlo reinvents a new way to experience sea-water therapy. This outstanding spa and health fitness center features a heated, indoor, salt water pool, Turkish baths, saunas and a fitness center. The solarium covered terrace covers a total of 6600 square meters and looks out onto the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.
- Aquatonic – Includes two Marine Treatments and access to other Spa Facilities
- Hydromassage
- Algae Bath
- Bath with Essential Oils
- Algae Pack
- Jet Shower
- Underwater Shower
- Massage Under Affusion
- Equilibre – Includes one 45-minute massage, one Marine treatment and access to other Spa Facilities
- Hydromassage
- Algae Bath
- Bath with Essential Oils
- Algae Pack
- Jet Shower
- Underwater Shower
- Facial Treatment with La Prarie Products – No Spa Facility Access
- Manicure/Pedicure – Located at hotel – No Spa Facility Access
Time: Appointment times to be given on site
Initiation to Essential Oils "Aromatherapy" in Eze
The history of aromatics and perfumes started in Egypt around 4500 B.C. Forgotten for many years, essential oils came into use again with a therapeutic aim, following the modern works of the French researcher R.M Gattefossé. He invented the term "Aromatherapy" in 1928, and in 1936 after 30 years of testing, classified the main properties of natural aromatics: antitoxic, antivirus, antiseptic, tonic, stimulating, and relaxing. With this initiation, you will discover the energizing action and the healing properties of these oils. After a general presentation an essential oils kit will be distributed to you. Then you will use the oils for your own purposes with instruction and explanations from a qualified practitioner in "Aromatherapy".
This includes a tour of perfume factory, time to shop and a two hour lesson in aromatherapy oils.
Lunch is included.
Time of tour: Estimated 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cooking Class
The beautiful Monte-Carlo Beach Hotel, a luxurious and elegant meeting place since the Thirties and the Mecca for seaside pleasures will host your cooking class. Upon arrival, you may relax and enjoy a cup of coffee while the chef briefs you on the morning activities. You will be given a chef's hat, an apron and divided into groups to prepare your various courses for today's lunch.
Hat on head, hands in flour, mind in turmoil, creation feeling and team spirit at their maximum for…finally…one of the best moments in your lives…time to eat! Be the best with one of the best Chef de Cuisine in Monaco, Jean-Claude Brugel to create your own lunch. After the preparation, everyone will gather on the terrace to enjoy the fabulous lunch you have just prepared. A diploma will also be issue.
Time: estimated 9:30am – 2:00pm
Tour to Saint Paul de Vence
You will visit the Medieval village of Saint Paul de Vence founded in the 10th century A.D., fortified under Francis 1st in 1537, by the military engineer François de Meudon de St Remy, then improved and enlarged under Louis XIV. Saint Paul appears from the distance whole, noble and proud like a long stone ship fixed on the crest of a wave. You will have plenty of time to walk around and shop in the numerous art galleries, boutiques or to have a drink on your own on the terrace of the “Café de la Place” watching the “pétanque” boules players.
Lunch included
Time: Estimated 9:00am – 4:00pm
Marc Chagall Museum
Marc Chagall is often referred to as one of the three patriarchs of French art, along with Picasso and Matisse. The artist created the Chagall Museum in the 1970s, designed as a thematic display based on scenes from the Bible, intending to provide the public with a serene location in which to contemplate religion. It was built especially for his suite of 17 large canvases entitled “Biblical Message.” Painted in Vence between 1954-1957.
Chagall depicted biblical scenes on 17 massive canvases, focusing on the human side of each scene, setting his works apart from conservative religious paintings.
Also on display are a large selection of the artist's mosaics, sculptures, tapestries and gouache works.
Lunch in Nice - Why not make lunch a journey back in time? On entering the Flo Tradition brasieries in France, you will discover a restaurant steeped in history with an unforgetable décor bearing the hallmark of the artists of the time as this is an ancient theater. Impressive frescoes, fine stained glass, sumptuous paneling, fabulous baroque stucco ceilings, original prints and posters…all splendors of Art Noveau and Art Deco before your eyes as a foretaste to the pleasures that await your palate.
Lunch included
Time: Estimated 9:30am – 2:00pm
Hiking
Discover picturesque paths in the protected hinterland of Monaco. The most ecological way to discover a preserved natural setting is by foot in order to discover the flora and fauna. Accompanied by a qualified guide, you will appreciate breathtaking scenery and peaceful moments.
Total distance: 5 1/2 miles
Transportation will be provided via van or motor coach to the hiking trails.
Lunch with Cash Allowance
Time: Estimated 8:00am – 12:00pm
Mountain Biking
For the more athletically inclined, this tour includes a professional guide who will lead you to the most picturesque spots in Monaco on a spectacular journey by VTT off the beaten track in the Monegasque hinterland.
Experienced bikers will be exhilarated by this experience in the wilds of Mother Nature. A beautiful biking discovery which starts at The Madone de Gorbio. Our instructors will initiate the participants into the world of VTT (the mountain bike) along a trial track before starting the actual tracks. This itinerary is composed of different types of tracks. It starts with a ride along a mule trail, the less experienced carry their bikes over certain portions of it. Next your journey will take you into a large forest. The track then climbs for approximately 2 miles. During the last part of your journey, you will join a tarred road which descends to the medieval village of St. Agnes.
Total distance: 9 miles
Transportation will be provided via van or motor coach to the bike trails.
Lunch with Cash Allowance
Time: Estimated 8:00am – 12:00pm
