Cruise Overview
Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about France and to taste its sumptuous wines and cuisine. Your adventure begins with an overnight in the stunning Côte d - Azur on the French Riviera. Then travel to Port St. Louis in the Provence region to board your ship and sail north up the scenic Rhône and Saône Rivers. Along the way, explore Arles, Avignon, charming Viviers, medieval Tournon, Vienne, France's gastronomic capital of Lyon, as well as Mâcon, Tournus, Chalon-sur-Saône, and fascinating Beaune. Your vacation ends in Paris with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and free time to explore the remarkable "City of Light" on your own! You - re sure to return home from this vacation with lots of memories and photos to share.
Highlights & Sightseeing
CRUISE:
Deluxe 7-night cruise from Port St. Louis to Chalon-sur-Saône in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
PORT ST. LOUIS:
Welcome reception
ARLES:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheater
AVIGNON:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Palace of the Popes
VIVIERS:
Guided walk, Old Town, visit the cathedral
TOURNON:
Orientation walk
LYON:
Guided sightseeing, picture stop on Fourvière Hill
BEAUNE:
Orientation walk, see the Hôtel-Dieu
PARIS:
Guided sightseeing
Meals
Full buffet breakfast (B) in Côte d - Azur and Paris; superb dining with all meals on board featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain's reception and farewell dinner; quality wines from France's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Notes:
- In the event of water level problems or any problems of a technical nature, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or to alter the program.
- Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.
CALL US AT 888-666-7279 TO PLAN & BOOK YOUR RIVER OR SMALL-SHIP CRUISE.
