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Burgundy & Provence (reverse)
Arles, Avignon, Viviers, Tain L'Hermitage/Tournon, Lyon, Beaune, Chalon
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 Burgundy and Provence will capture your heart-and delight your senses. Sail through the heart of Provence and Burgundy on a magical journey where fine cuisine, wine, art, nature and history are a treat for all the senses. For thousands of years, it has been a destination of preference for the world's elite: Greeks, Franks, Romans, Gauls, writers, poets, artists of all types, celebrities, Popes, and the foremost chefs and sommeliers. They have all been inspired by the luminous landscapes of these sunny regions where joie de vivre is a way of life. Arles
Avignon
Viviers
Tain L'Hermitage/Tournon
LyonBeaune
Chalon
Sightseeing Highlights - Arles: Visit this friendly Mediterranean town, see the Roman Amphitheater and museum Espace Van Gogh.
- Avignon: A walking tour including the Clocktower Square, Pope's Palace Square with a visit into the Papal Palace.
- Viviers: Visit Old Town, viewing medieval streets of this charming town.
- Tournon/Tain L'Hermitage: See the twin cities nestled among the famous vineyards. Visit Tournons famous castle
- Lyon: Founded by Julius Caesar about 2000 years ago, see the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere church and view the Beaujolais mountains.
Dining Highlights
- Exciting on-board entertainment and insightful lectures
- Captain's Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- All meals on board ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Complimentary wine during dinner, and bottled water in your stateroom
- Classical European cuisine with a twist of contemporary elegance
First Class Travel Highlights
- 7-night cruise in an outside stateroom on the luxurious Grand River Royale
- 6 shore excursions with all-English speaking guides
- An experienced Cruise Manager and an attentive all English-speaking crew
- Airport Transfers will be provided
- A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
Complimentary Transfers
- Arrival Transfers: Flights must arrive between 0700 and 1400 on the day the cruise departs, or on the day any included land program begins in order to receive airport to ship transfers. These transfers are group transfers and passengers may experience a waiting period of up to 2 hours or more between transfers.
- Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside the official dates of arrival shown in the brochure will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer.
- Departure Transfers: Flights must depart between 0700 and 1700 on the day that the cruise or the included land package ends in order to receive the ship to airport transfer. Passengers departing later than this must make their own arrangements or purchase private transfers.
Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.
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| Details | | Trafalgar Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart Home Gateway City to Chalon-sur-Saone | | | Day 2 | Chalon-Sur-Saone | Arrive at Chalon-sur-Saone where you'll be greeted by a Trafalgar representative and transferred to your ship | | Day 3 | Chalon-Sur-Saone | Centered in the heart of Burgundy, Chalon is an important center for France's wine trade. From here, we will journey to nearby Beaune to visit the famous Hospices de Beaune. Marvel at the multicolored roofs of this architectural jewel that has become one of the symbols of Burgundy. Founded in the 15th century, the Hospices were given some vineyards so they could make wine to auction off to support charities, and today the tradition still continues. (Breakfast, Lunch, Captain's Welcome Dinner) Featured Excursion: Beaune & Hospices de Beaune | | Day 4 | Lyon | The city was founded by Julius Caesar about 2000 years ago, and as a result, it has a wealthof Roman remains, as well as many impressive museums, renaissance architecture galore, and - of course - world-renowned cuisine. We'll start our tour with a drive to the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Lyon's hallmark church, for a dramatic view of the town built at the confluence of the Rhone and the Saone Rivers. From the bus, we'll view Terreaux Square, the Fine Art Museum, and the Opera House. During the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore. Rent one of the public bicycles to ride in the many parks and squares along the Rhone, walk through the renaissance quarter with its maze of medieval passageways, or simply relax with a glass of Beaujolais at one of the many taverns. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Featured Excursion: Lyon City Tour | | Day 5 | Tain L'Hermitage/Tournon | Nestled among the famous vineyards, the twin cities of Tournon/Tain L'Hermitage provide the perfect setting for those who are true connoisseurs of chocolate and wine. Celebrate the region by indulging in some Cote du Rhone wines. Cross the Marc Seguin suspended bridge and visit Tournon and its historic castle. Discover the secrets of world-famous Valrhona chocolate during an informative onboard lecture and tasting arranged by the Valrhona School of Chocolate. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Featured Excursions: Wine Tasting and Tournon Walking Tour | | Day 6 | Viviers | Charming Viviers has retained much of its old charm and was developed around its Romanesque cathedral. Our tour in Viviers starts in Old Town with an introduction to the city. We'll stop by Rue Chevrerie, Porte Riquot, Maison des Chevaliers, Rue du Chateau, and Maison Elementaire du Commercant. Finally, we'll walk through the medieval streets of this charming town on our way back to the ship. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Featured Excursion: Viviers Walking Tour | | Day 7 | Avignon | Irresistible Optional Tour: Provencal countryside and magnificent Luberon villagesNestled in the lush hills of the Rhone Valley lies the medieval walled city of Avignon. Named the "City of the Popes," it was the center of the Catholic Church in the 14th century when the Palace of the Popes was the equivalent of today's Vatican. Your walking tour of Avignon starts at Clocktower Square, with its many cafes, shops and namesake clock tower dating back to the 1300s, and now part of the Hotel de Ville (City Hall). Next, it's on to Pope's Palace Square for an inside visit of the grand Palace of the Popes. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Featured Excursions: Avignon Walking Tour and Papal Palace | | Day 8 | Arles | Irresistible Optional Tour: Tour of Olive FarmThe name of Arles is closely connected with that of Vincent Van Gogh. Inspired by the unique Provencal light, he spent a period of intense and impassioned work under the bright sunny sky of Provence. During your walking tour discover Van Gogh's Arles as well as the fascinating wealth of Romanesque monuments, such as the Roman Amphitheater and Constantine's Roman baths. (Breakfast, Lunch, Captain's Farewell Dinner) Featured Excursion: Arles Walking Tour | | Day 9 | Marseille and Arles | Disembark the ship in Arles and transfer to the airport for your return home. |
| | | * Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. |
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