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Burgundy & Provence (Wine Appreciation)

Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! A Master of Wine will accompany you on your river cruise in France with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.

Embark your ship in Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheatre, which hosts plays and concerts to this day. On a guided tour of historical Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest Gothic fortress in the world—and take a guided tour to Châteauneuf du Pape. The city of Tournon is beautifully nestled among vineyards and you’ll go on a guided walk of this medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Visit the popular Place des Terreaux and stand in front of the famous fountain you’ve seen on postcards. Take a guided tour to Beaujolais and the following day to Chardonnay, for the opportunity to taste local wines.

About Masters of Wine

Seldom do travellers get the chance to learn about wines from a master! Avalon invites you to sail in the company of a Master of Wine (MW) who shares elite experience, unsurpassed knowledge, and personal passion for wines on board your ship. With only 450 Masters of Wine in the world, Avalon Waterways is honoured to welcome a Master of Wine on board our Wine-Lovers cruises to share their rigorous training and prestigious expertise recognised globally across the wine industry. A truly exclusive experience for wine lovers!
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Tour Provider Avalon Waterways
Number of Days
8
Price From
RRP: $5,813 Our price: $4,413
Start Location
Arles, France
End Location
Chalon, France
Age Range
Avg. 40+
Group Size
14 to 24
Tour Style
Comfort
Tour Themes
River/Small ship/Barge
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
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Day 1 - ARLES (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Marseille must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ARLES (D)
Day 2 - ARLES
Inspiring Sights and Avant-Garde Lights Visit the Adventure Centre for today's activities with your Adventure Host. ACTIVE Get your daily dose of exercise through a Power Walk in Arles with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Attend a Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist, OR: CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Walking Tour of Arles-the captivating city of the Provence region. You'll visit the Roman Amphitheatre in this visually stunning city. Take free time to stop in Le Cafe Van Gogh for a glass of wine, before sailing to Avignon. DISCOVERY Join a lecture about wine hosted by your Master of Wine. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON (B,L,D)
Day 3 - AVIGNON
The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the fortress city of Avignon-with its ramparts encircling the city-and a visit to the amazing Palace of the Popes. DISCOVERY Enjoy a trip to the famed wine cellars of Chateauneuf-du-Pape for a true taste of the Rhone wine region. Later, enjoy live onboard entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON (B,L,D)
Day 4 - VIVIERS
World History in a Charming French Country Village Enjoy a leisurely morning sail to Viviers. ACTIVE Walk your way up to Vivier's hilltop Cathedral with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Explore the pale-stone buildings of Viviers on a late afternoon Guided Walking Tour of this charming village. You'll see its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town with a mix of historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences. DISCOVERY This evening, join an onboard food and wine pairing dinner hosted by your Master of Wine. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TAIN L'HERMITAGE (B,L,D)
Day 5 - TAIN L'HERMITAGE
A Rendezvous with Castle Views and Vineyards Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. ACTIVE Explore Tournon by foot as you follow your Adventure Host for a morning hike in this beautiful town along the Rhone, OR: CLASSIC Take a morning Guided Walking Tour to explore Tournon-one of France's oldest medieval cities with its 16th-century castle. In the early afternoon, cruise to Lyon. DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard chocolate and wine tasting hosted by your Master of Wine while sailing to Lyon. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYON (B,L,D)
Day 6 - LYON
Adventures in Food and Wine in the Gastronomy Capital of France CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour to survey Lyon from Fourviere Hill with its numerous churches. You'll also explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, and the lively cafes, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux. DISCOVERY Take a guided tour to the lovely Beaujolais area and learn more about its light and pleasant wine. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNUS (B,L,D)
Day 7 - TOURNUS- CHALON-SUR-SAONE
Wine and Cheese on the Stunning Saone DISCOVERY Travel into the rolling landscapes of the Maconnais region to learn about its world-famous Chardonnay vineyards, the wines produced here, and to attend a wine-tasting in the cellars of a real medieval castle! DISCOVERY Later, enjoy a delicious cheese and wine tasting hosted by your Master of Wine while sailing to Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy live entertainment on board this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CHALON-SUR-SAONE (B,L,D)
Day 8 - CHALON-SUR-SAONE (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Lyon airport before 8am. (B)
Inclusions Expand
7 breakfasts.
6 lunches.
7 dinners.
Departure dates Expand
Start End Availability Price AUD
29 Oct 2024 05 Nov 2024 Open $5,952
$4,552
12 Nov 2024 19 Nov 2024 Open $5,813
$4,413
14 Oct 2025 21 Oct 2025 Open $6,520
$5,770
28 Oct 2025 04 Nov 2025 Open $6,082
$4,982
11 Nov 2025 18 Nov 2025 Open $5,936
$4,836