Cruise Overview
Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about France and to taste its sumptuous wines and cuisine. Board your ship in quaint Chalon-sur-Saône and set sail for lovely Tournus, Mâcon, France’s gastronomic capital of Lyon, as well as medieval Tournon, charming Viviers, Avignon, and Arles.
CRUISE: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style bedsCHALON-SUR-SAÔNE: Welcome reception; visit Nicéphore Niépce MuseumLYON: Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière Hill TOURNON: Orientation walk VIVIERS: Guided walk, visit Old Town and the cathedral AVIGNON: Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes ARLES: Guided sightseeing, visit the Roman AmphitheaterMeals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; complimentary regional wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day Notes: - In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
- Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.
Transfer Times- Transfers are not available for this itinerary
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Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.