7 Night Elegance Of Burgundy & Provence

Day 1: Arles

EMBARKATION-ARLES, FRANCE – EMBARKATION. Embark your ship in Arles, France for your Essence of Burgundy & Provence river cruise. (D)

Day 2: Arles

Arles walking tour-ARLES, FRANCE. Arles is considered one of the most beautiful cities in France. Let your experienced guide lead you to the top sights, including the Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater. Or, if you wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Alternatively, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, enjoy a walking tour in Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more flavorful experience, visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. (B,L,D)

Arles- OR Van Gogh walking tour-ARLES, FRANCE. Arles is considered one of the most beautiful cities in France. Let your experienced guide lead you to the top sights, including the Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater. Or, if you wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Alternatively, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, enjoy a walking tour in Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more flavorful experience, visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. (B,L,D)

Arles-OR Arles bike tour-ARLES, FRANCE. Arles is considered one of the most beautiful cities in France. Let your experienced guide lead you to the top sights, including the Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater. Or, if you wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Alternatively, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, enjoy a walking tour in Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more flavorful experience, visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. (B,L,D)

Arles-Les Baux & Carrieres des Lumieres-ARLES, FRANCE. Arles is considered one of the most beautiful cities in France. Let your experienced guide lead you to the top sights, including the Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater. Or, if you wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Alternatively, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, enjoy a walking tour in Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more flavorful experience, visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. (B,L,D)

Arles-OR Les Baux & Olive Farm Visit-ARLES, FRANCE. Arles is considered one of the most beautiful cities in France. Let your experienced guide lead you to the top sights, including the Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater. Or, if you wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Alternatively, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, enjoy a walking tour in Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more flavorful experience, visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Avignon

Walking tour-AVIGNON, FRANCE.

Avignon-OR Tastes of Avignon-AVIGNON, FRANCE.

Avignon-OR Bike tour-AVIGNON, FRANCE.

Avignon-Pont du Gard-AVIGNON, FRANCE.

Day 4: Viviers

Walking tour-VIVIERS, FRANCE.

Viviers-OR Truffle Farm Visit-VIVIERS, FRANCE.

Viviers-OR Active Walking Tour -VIVIERS, FRANCE.

Viviers-OR Bike Tour-VIVIERS, FRANCE.

Day 5: Tournon

Steam Train des Gorges-TOURNON, FRANCE.

Tournon-OR Red Wine & Chocolate-TOURNON, FRANCE.

Tournon-OR Hike & Wine Tasting-TOURNON, FRANCE.

Day 6: Vienne

Walking Tour-VIENNE.

Vienne- OR Hike -VIENNE.

Day 7: Lyon

City Tour-LYON, FRANCE.

Lyon-OR Les Halles Market-LYON, FRANCE.

Lyon-OR Bike Tour -LYON, FRANCE.

Day 8: Macon

City Tour-MACON, FRANCE.

Macon-OR Cluny-MACON, FRANCE.

Macon-OR Bike Tour -MACON, FRANCE.

Macon-Scenic Cruising: Macon to Tournus-MACON, FRANCE.

Macon-OR Maconnais Wine Tasting -MACON, FRANCE.

Macon-OR Bike Ride to Tournus-MACON, FRANCE.

Day 9: Tournus

City Tour w/ Tournus Abbey-TOURNUS.

Tournus-OR Chateau Cormatin Excursion-TOURNUS.

Tournus-OR Medieval Brancion Excursion -TOURNUS.

Tournus-Scenic Cruising: Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saone-TOURNUS.

Tournus-OR Bike Ride to Chalon-sur-Saone-TOURNUS.

Day 10: Chalon-sur-Saone

City Tour-CHALON-SUR-SAONE.

Chalon-sur-Saône-OR Beaune Excursion-CHALON-SUR-SAONE.

Chalon-sur-Saône-Chalonnaise Wine Tasting-CHALON-SUR-SAONE.

Day 11: Port of Dijon

City Tour-PORT OF DIJON.

Port of Dijon-OR Chateau Visit-PORT OF DIJON.

Port of Dijon-OR Guided Bike Tour-PORT OF DIJON.

Day 12: Port of Dijon

DISEMBARKATION-PORT OF DIJON– DISEMBARKATION – RETURN FLIGHT. Bid farewell to Dijon and prepare for your return flight home.

*Please be advised the ship will be docked in Saint-Jean-de-Losne and is located approximately 30 minutes’ walk from the train station. Purchasing one of our transfer options between Saint-Jean-de-Losne and Dijon is strongly recommended for guests embarking on our 7-night cruise without a post-cruise land package.

B,L,D – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.

Port of Dijon-Transfer to hotel with Moutarderie Fallon visit-PORT OF DIJON– DISEMBARKATION – RETURN FLIGHT. Bid farewell to Dijon and prepare for your return flight home.