Cruise Overview
Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about and to taste France’s sumptuous wines and local cuisine. Guided sightseeing acquaints you with vibrant Paris and with Nice, the “Queen of the Riviera,” while a deluxe 7-night cruise along the Saône and Rhône Rivers takes you into the heart of this beautiful country. Enjoy orientation walks in fascinating Beaune and medieval Tournon, and see the sights with Local Guides in Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, as well as in Avignon and Arles. Wine River Cruise DeparturesDepartures on August 21 and October 30, 2010 are offered as exclusive Wine-Theme River Cruises, including special lectures and tastings, available at no additional cost.Oberammergau 2010Add the Oberammergau Passion Play to Your River Cruise
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style bedsParis: Guided sightseeingBeaune: Orientation walk; Hôtel Dieu Lyon: Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière HillTournon: Orientation walkViviers: Guided walk; visit Old Town and the cathedralAvignon: Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the PopesArles: Guided sightseeing, visit the Roman AmphitheaterNice: Orientation walk of Old TownNotes:- 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 becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.
Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Buffet breakfast (B) in Paris and Côte d'Azur; 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; Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; Complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day Hotels Paris Le Méridien Montparnasse (SF) or Hilton Arc de Triomphe (SF), Cote d’Azur Boscolo Plaza, Nice (SF) | 
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Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.