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Burgundy and Provence will capture your heart and delight your senses Sail through the heart of Burgundy and Provence on a magical journey where sumptuous cuisine, fine wine, world-class art, nature, and history provide a treat for all of the senses. Here you’ll discover that joie de vivre is not just a phrase, but a wonderful way of life! You’ll sail past quaint hilltop cities and fashionable, lively towns, as well as lush vineyards, fields of flowers, and sun-drenched vistas made famous by great painters such as Van Gogh and Cézanne. Visit regions filled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites Arles, immortalized by Van Gogh’s paintings the well-preserved Medieval city of Avignon, with its spectacular Palace of the Popes and Lyon, center of Gallo-Roman history and the gastronomic capital of France.
Sightseeing Highlights:
Arles
Avignon
Viviers
Tain L’Hermitage/Tournon
Lyon
Beaune
Châlon
Itinerary (9 days/8 nights)
Day One: Depart USA/Canada
Depart Flight from home City to Marseille.
Day Two: Transfer to Arles (embark)
Arrive at Marseille International Airport where you’ll be transferred to your ship docked in Arles.
(Dinner)
Day Three: Arles
Vincent van Gogh found inspiration in the charming town of Arles, and you will too. Inspired by the unique Provençal light, he spent a period of intense and impassioned work under the bright sunny sky of Provence. In fact, he produced more than 300 paintings and drawings in 15 months, including Starry Night. During your walking tour, discover Van Gogh’s Arles as well as a fascinating wealth of Romanesque monuments, such as the Roman Amphitheater and Constantine’s Roman baths. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Captain’s Welcome Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Arles walking tour
Day Four: Avignon
Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is full of history, culture, art, and life, and you’ll capture all of that on your walking tour of the “City of the Popes.” Your tour starts at the fortification walls and continues to Clocktower Square. In truly Provençal style, under the shadows of the sycamores, the colorful café terraces face the magnificent architecture of the City Hall, the Opera Theatre, and the classic mansions. Next, it’s on to Pope’s Palace Square for an inside view of the maze of galleries, chambers, and chapels that make up the grand Palace of the Popes. During the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to enjoy this magical city. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Avignon walking tour and Palace of the Popes
Day Five: Viviers, Tournon
Lovely Viviers, developed around its Romanesque cathedral, has retained much of its historic charm. Your tour in Viviers starts in Old Town with an introduction to the city. You’ll take the Rue Chévrerie to Porte Riquot, then climb Rue du Château to reach St. Vincent Cathedral where you’ll enjoy an organ concert. Finally, you’ll walk through the Medieval streets of this delightful town on your way back to the ship. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Viviers walking tour
Day Six: Tournon, Tain l’Hermitage, Lyon
Nestled among famous vineyards, the twin cities of Tournon/Tain l’Hermitage provide the perfect setting for those who are true connoisseurs of wine. Celebrate the region by indulging in some Côtes du Rhône mid-valley wines. Then cross the Marc Seguin suspension bridge and visit Tournon and its historic castle. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursions: Winetasting and Tournon walking tour
Day Seven: Lyon
Lyon, France’s second largest city after Paris, is the country’s lively and creative capital of gastronomy. Your tour starts with a drive to the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon’s hallmark church, for a dramatic view of the town built at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. From the bus, you’ll view Terreaux Square, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and the Opera House. During the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to explore this city on your own. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Captain’s Farewell Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Lyon city tour
Day Eight: Châlon-sur-Saône (Beaune)
Chalon is an important center for France’s wine trade. From here, you will journey to nearby Beaune to visit the famous Hospices de Beaune, a charitable hospital founded by the Chancellor of Beaune in 1443. Marvel at the multicolored roofs of this architectural jewel that has become one of the symbols of Burgundy. The Hospice monks were given some vineyards in the 15th century so they could make wine to auction in order to help support charities, and to this day, the tradition still continues. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursions: Beaune and Hospices de Beaune, open-air food market visit Centered in the heart of Burgundy
Day Nine: Chalon-sur-Saône (disembark)
Disembark the ship in Chalon sur Saône and transfer to Lyon for your return flight home, or extend your stay in Paris, the “City of Lights!”
Day One: Depart USA/Canada
Depart Flight from home City to Marseille.
Day Two: Transfer to Arles (embark)
Arrive at Marseille International Airport where you’ll be transferred to your ship docked in Arles.
(Dinner)
Day Three: Arles
Vincent van Gogh found inspiration in the charming town of Arles, and you will too. Inspired by the unique Provençal light, he spent a period of intense and impassioned work under the bright sunny sky of Provence. In fact, he produced more than 300 paintings and drawings in 15 months, including Starry Night. During your walking tour, discover Van Gogh’s Arles as well as a fascinating wealth of Romanesque monuments, such as the Roman Amphitheater and Constantine’s Roman baths. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Captain’s Welcome Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Arles walking tour
Day Four: Avignon
Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is full of history, culture, art, and life, and you’ll capture all of that on your walking tour of the “City of the Popes.” Your tour starts at the fortification walls and continues to Clocktower Square. In truly Provençal style, under the shadows of the sycamores, the colorful café terraces face the magnificent architecture of the City Hall, the Opera Theatre, and the classic mansions. Next, it’s on to Pope’s Palace Square for an inside view of the maze of galleries, chambers, and chapels that make up the grand Palace of the Popes. During the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to enjoy this magical city. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Avignon walking tour and Palace of the Popes
Day Five: Viviers, Tournon
Lovely Viviers, developed around its Romanesque cathedral, has retained much of its historic charm. Your tour in Viviers starts in Old Town with an introduction to the city. You’ll take the Rue Chévrerie to Porte Riquot, then climb Rue du Château to reach St. Vincent Cathedral where you’ll enjoy an organ concert. Finally, you’ll walk through the Medieval streets of this delightful town on your way back to the ship. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Viviers walking tour
Day Six: Tournon, Tain l’Hermitage, Lyon
Nestled among famous vineyards, the twin cities of Tournon/Tain l’Hermitage provide the perfect setting for those who are true connoisseurs of wine. Celebrate the region by indulging in some Côtes du Rhône mid-valley wines. Then cross the Marc Seguin suspension bridge and visit Tournon and its historic castle. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursions: Winetasting and Tournon walking tour
Day Seven: Lyon
Lyon, France’s second largest city after Paris, is the country’s lively and creative capital of gastronomy. Your tour starts with a drive to the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon’s hallmark church, for a dramatic view of the town built at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. From the bus, you’ll view Terreaux Square, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and the Opera House. During the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to explore this city on your own. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Captain’s Farewell Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Lyon city tour
Day Eight: Châlon-sur-Saône (Beaune)
Chalon is an important center for France’s wine trade. From here, you will journey to nearby Beaune to visit the famous Hospices de Beaune, a charitable hospital founded by the Chancellor of Beaune in 1443. Marvel at the multicolored roofs of this architectural jewel that has become one of the symbols of Burgundy. The Hospice monks were given some vineyards in the 15th century so they could make wine to auction in order to help support charities, and to this day, the tradition still continues. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Featured Excursions: Beaune and Hospices de Beaune, open-air food market visit Centered in the heart of Burgundy
Day Nine: Chalon-sur-Saône (disembark)
Disembark the ship in Chalon sur Saône and transfer to Lyon for your return flight home, or extend your stay in Paris, the “City of Lights!”
Tour Features
Highlights
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the breathtaking River Royale
6 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
Complimentary use of bicycles
Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program
Captivating onboard local entertainment
Signature lecture: “Vincent van Gogh’s Troubled Destiny”
An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
All transfers on arrival and departure days
Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Dinners
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
Highlights
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the breathtaking River Royale
6 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
Complimentary use of bicycles
Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program
Captivating onboard local entertainment
Signature lecture: “Vincent van Gogh’s Troubled Destiny”
An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
All transfers on arrival and departure days
Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Dinners
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
Ship
FAQ
Can airfare be arranged?
Yes, we can arrange airfare from your home city.
Should I purchase insurance?
Yes, the purchase of medical and trip cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended.
Can airfare be arranged?
Yes, we can arrange airfare from your home city.
Should I purchase insurance?
Yes, the purchase of medical and trip cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended.
| DEPARTURE DATE | RETURN DATE | LAND ONLY PRICE |
| March 27, 2010* | April 3, 2010 | $2425.00 |
| April 3, 2010 | April 10, 2010 | $2699.00 |
| April 10, 2010* | April 17, 2010 | $2799.00 |
| April 17, 2010 | April 24, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| April 24, 2010* | May 1, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| May 1, 2010 | May 8, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| May 8, 2010* | May 15, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| May 15, 2010 | May 22, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| May 22, 2010* | May 29, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| May 29, 2010 | June 5, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| June 5, 2010* | June 12, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| June 12, 2010 | June 19, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| June 19, 2010* | June 26, 2010 | $3275.00 |
| June 26, 2010 | July 3, 2010 | $3150.00 |
| July 3, 2010* | July 10, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| July 10, 2010 | July 17, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| July 17, 2010* | July 24, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| July 24, 2010 | July 31, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| July 31, 2010* | August 7, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| August 7, 2010 | August 14, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| August 14, 2010* | August 21, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| August 21, 2010 | August 28, 2010 | $2925.00 |
| August 28, 2010* | September 4, 2010 | $3150.00 |
| September 4, 2010 | September 11, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| September 11, 2010* | September 18, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| September 18, 2010 | September 25, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| September 25, 2010* | October 2, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| October 2, 2010 | October 9, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| October 9, 2010* | October 16, 2010 | $3375.00 |
| October 16, 2010 | October 23, 2010 | $3199.00 |
| October 23, 2010* | October 30, 2010 | $3099.00 |
Prices are in CAD.
*On these dates cruise operates from Chalon to Arles.
Prices exclude additional port charges of $111.00 and
are per person, cruise-only, based on double occupancy. Other restrictions may apply.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person the following prices below:
Category 2: $375.00
Category 1: $775.00
Suite: $1399.00
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