7 NIGHTS
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 NIGHTS
Essence of Burgundy and Provence

CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TO ARLES
May - Aug 2021
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Essence of Burgundy and Provence

May - Aug 2021 | CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TO ARLES
On board AmaCello

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Includes FREE AIR*, Transfers, Prepaid Gratuities, Travel Insurance‡, Taxes & Fees
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  • FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*
  • FREE Transfers*
    Airport/Pier (embark/debark dates)
  • -Night Hotel
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  • FREE Unlimited Drinks
    - Wine + beer w/lunch & dinner
    - Bottled water, coffee & tea
    - Sparkling wine, juice w/breakfast
  • FREE Wi-Fi
  • FREE Guided Tours
    - Choose from 4 activity levels
    - Bike tours & hikes
    - Special interest tours
  • FREE Onboard Prepaid Gratuities
    (Value of up to $368/couple)
  • INCLUDES Taxes & Fees
  • PLUS Travel Insurance‡
    Trip Cancellation & Trip Interruption
    (Value of up to $1,200/couple)
    NO AGE LIMIT
    PRE-EXISTING CONDITION WAIVED
    NO MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE
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May 06, 2021
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May 13, 2021
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May 27, 2021
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Jun 03, 2021
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Jun 10, 2021
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Jul 01, 2021
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Jul 22, 2021
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Jul 29, 2021
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Aug 05, 2021
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Aug 12, 2021
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Aug 26, 2021
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CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TO ARLES

DAY 1 Chalon-sur Saône EMBARKATION
Board your ship in preparation for your 7-night Essence of Provence & Burgundy cruise. (B,D)
DAY 2 Chalon-sur Saône Historic City tour with local market
OR Beaune walking tour
OR Château de Couches
Tournus Scenic cruising
Chalon-Tournus bike tour
OR Chalonnaise wine tasting
Located in southern Burgundy at the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise wine region, Chalon-Sur-Saône whispers the secrets of its medieval past which you will discover on your historic city tour. Alternatively, choose an excursion in Beaune, a walled town nestled in the heart of Cote d’Or vineyards where you’ll stroll the cobblestone streets and take in such sights as the mosaic-tiled roof of the Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune, founded in the 15th century as a hospital for the less fortunate. Or, visit the storybook Château de Couches, a medieval fortress enveloped in idyllic hills and greenery that once served the Dukes of Burgundy. Later in the day, enjoy a scenic sailing to Tournus, or pedal from Chalon-Sur- Saône to Tournus on an exhilarating guided bike tour. Alternatively, once in Tournus, sample the region’s famous white Mâconnais wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 3 Tournus Tournus city tour & Abbey of Saint Philibert visit
OR Château Cormatin
OR Medieval Brancion
Tournus OR Bike tour to Brancion
Macon Scenic cruising
Tournus-Macon bike tour
OR Maconnais wine tasting
Today you have a choice of a number of excursions as you explore the cities of Tournus and Macon. Let your knowledgeable guide lead you through Tournus and to its magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert. Or choose instead to visit the moated Château de Cormatin, which dates back to the early 17th century and features ornate apartments as well as a beautifully manicured garden. As an alternative, venture to the medieval village of Brancion with its preserved gateway, church and market hall, or pedal through the charming town. Return to the ship and enjoy a scenic cruise to Mâcon, or instead join a guided bike tour from Tournus to Macon and meet the ship in the latter. If you chose to cruise, you can later enjoy a tasting of Chalonnaise wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 Macon “The South Burgundy City” Macon tour
OR Cluny & Berze-le-Chatel visit
OR Monastère de Brou
Macon OR Bike tour to Berze-le-Chatel
Villefranche-sur-Saone Scenic Cruising
OR Beaujolais wine tasting
Lyon Illuminations cruise
Join a guided tour through the “South Burgundy City” of Mâcon, learning about its local vineyards, museums, historical sites and perhaps its famous son, the poet and minister Alphonse de Lamartine. Or venture somewhat off the beaten path to Cluny, known for its large abbey, and the nearby castle Berze-le-Chatel, a well-preserved fortress perched on a rocky hill offering stunning views below. Alternately, you can enjoy a guided bike tour to Berze-le-Chatel. Should architecture or religion be one of your main interests, perhaps choose the excursion to the Royal Monastery of Brou, built in the 16th century and boasting a glorious white façade as well as a beautifully tiled roof. Return to the ship and head to the Sun Deck to enjoy a light lunch and the passing landscapes on the way to Villefranche-sur-Saône. For those traveling by ship, enjoy a tasting of Beaujolais wines once you arrive. During the evening, enjoy a special Illuminations cruise – a highlight of your river cruise – as you enter the city of Lyon. (B,L,D)
DAY 5 Lyon “France’s Culinary Capital” city tour
OR Lyon bike tour
OR Lyon tasting tour
Vienne Mini train Vienne tour
OR ViaRhôna bike tour
OR Mount Pipet hike
Discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourvière Hill, part of the city’s historic region that is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the 19th-century basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Continue on to the old town of Lyon, followed by a guided walk through the St. Jean district, where you will be introduced to the city’s unique covered walkways, known as “traboules.” Or get active a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. If you’re a self-described foodie, our Lyon tasting tour is for you, during which you’ll have a chance to taste some of Lyon’s local delights. Later in the day, sail to Vienne, which boasts a Roman past that can be seen in its marvelously preserved ruins. There you can ride the charming mini train around the city. For those wishing to be more active, you can either take a guided bike tour along a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route or a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet. (B,L,D)
DAY 6 Vienne Scenic cruising
Valence Valence city tour
OR Bike tour
OR Cooking school
OR Cornas wine tasting
Take your coffee on your balcony or the Sun Deck as you cruise to Valence, a designated “City of Art and History,” where you can see such sites as its 11th-century Cathedral of St. Apollinaris or perhaps its House of Heads (named for the carved heads of its façade and courtyard) on your city tour. For a more active adventure, pedal through this bicycle-friendly city. Or indulge your culinary wanderlust by attending a specialized excursion to a local French cooking school. If you prefer a more relaxing excursion, taste the Northern Rhône’s red Cornas wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 7 Avignon Walking tour and Papal Palace
OR Tastes of Avignon
OR Avignon-Tarascon bike tour
Arles Arles walking tour
OR Van Gogh walking tour
OR Arles bike tour
Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” was the center of the Catholic Church in the 14th century when its “Palais des Papes” was the equivalent of today’s Vatican. Discover the history of Avignon on a guided walking tour that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alternately, you can visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. Or, you can enjoy a bike tour along the Rhône from Avignon to the provençal town of Tarascon. Later in the day, cruise to Arles, 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 take a guided bike tour to the Roman ruins. 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. Or take some time to focus on wellness with a guided bike tour through town. (B,L,D)
DAY 8 Arles DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Arles and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

ARLES TO CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE

DAY 1 Arles EMBARKATION
Embark your ship in Arles, France for your Essence of Burgundy & Provence river cruise. (D)
DAY 2 Arles Arles walking tour
OR Van Gogh walking tour
OR Arles bike tour
Tarascon Tarascon-Avignon bike tour
OR Avignon walking tour
OR Tastes of Avignon
Avignon Avignon Illuminations cruise
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. Alternately, you may take a guided bike tour through town. Later in the day, bike from Tarascon to Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes. Or enjoy a walking tour 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. During the evening, enjoy an Illuminations cruise. (B,L,D)
DAY 3 Valence Valence city tour
OR Cooking school
OR Cornas wine tasting
OR Bike tour
Valence is a designated “City of Art and History,” where you can see such sites as its 11th-century Cathedral of St. Apollinaris or perhaps its House of Heads (named for the carved heads of its façade and courtyard) on your city tour. Or indulge your culinary wanderlust by attending a specialized excursion to a local French cooking school. If you prefer a more relaxing excursion, taste the Northern Rhône’s red Cornas wines. For a more active adventure, pedal through this bicycle-friendly city. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 Vienne Mini train Vienne tour
OR ViaRhôna bike tour
OR Mount Pipet hike
Lyon “France’s Culinary Capital” city tour
OR Lyon bike tour
OR Lyon tasting tour
Lyon Illuminations cruise
Vienne boasts a Roman past that can be seen in its marvelously preserved ruins. There you can ride the charming mini train around the city. For those wishing to be more active, you can either take a guided bike tour along a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route or a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet. Later in the day, discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourvière Hill, part of the city’s historic region that is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the 19th-century basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Continue on to the old town of Lyon, followed by a guided walk through the St. Jean district, where you will be introduced to the city’s unique covered walkways, known as “traboules.” If you’re a self-described foodie, our Lyon tasting tour is for you, during which you’ll have a chance to taste some of Lyon’s local delights. Or get active a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. In the evening, sit back to see the city illuminated during a scenic nighttime cruise. (B,L,D)
DAY 5 Macon “The South Burgundy City” Mâcon tour
OR Cluny & Berze-le-Chatel visit
OR Bike tour to Berze-le-Chatel
OR Monastère de Brou
Scenic cruising
OR Mâcon to Tournus bike ride
Tournus OR Mâconnais wine tasting
Join a guided tour through the “South Burgundy City” of Mâcon, learning about its local vineyards, museums, historical sites and perhaps its famous son, the poet and minister Alphonse de Lamartine. Or venture somewhat off the beaten path to Cluny, known for its large abbey, and the nearby castle Berze-le-Chatel, a well-preserved fortress perched on a rocky hill offering stunning views below. Alternately, you can enjoy a guided bike tour to Berze-le-Chatel. Should architecture or religion be one of your main interests, perhaps choose the excursion to the Royal Monastery of Brou, built in the 16th century and boasting a glorious white façade as well as a beautifully tiled roof. Later in the day, enjoy a panoramic view from the Sun Deck as you sail to Tournus, or opt for a bike ride from Mâcon to Tournus. Or, enjoy a delicious tasting of the region’s famous white Mâconnais wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 6 Tournus Tournus city tour & Abbey of Saint Philibert visit
OR Château Cormatin
OR Medieval Brancion
Scenic cruising
Bike ride to Chalon-sur-Saône
Today you have a choice of a number of excursions as you explore Tournus. Let your knowledgeable guide lead you through Tournus and to its magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert. Or choose instead to visit the moated Château de Cormatin, which dates back to the early 17th century and features ornate apartments as well as a beautifully manicured garden. As an alternative, venture to the medieval village of Brancion with its preserved gateway, church and market hall. Later in the day, enjoy scenic cruising as you sail toward Chalon-Sur-Saône, or opt for a bike tour if you’re feeling adventurous. (B,L,D)
DAY 7 Chalon-sur Saône Historic City tour
OR Beaune walking tour
OR Château de Couches
Chalonnaise wine tasting
Located in southern Burgundy at the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise wine region, Chalon-Sur-Saône whispers the secrets of its medieval past which you will discover on your historic city tour. You’ll also stop at a local market where you can see and taste some of the local fare. Alternatively, choose an excursion in Beaune, a walled town nestled in the heart of Cote d’Or vineyards where you’ll stroll the cobblestone streets and take in such sights as the mosaic-tiled roof of the Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune, founded in the 15th century as a hospital for the less fortunate. Or, visit the storybook Château de Couches, a medieval fortress enveloped in idyllic hills and greenery that once served the Dukes of Burgundy. Later in the day, treat your palate to a tasting of Chalonnaise wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 8 Chalon-sur Saône DISEMBARKATION
Disembark your ship in Chalon-sur-Saône and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

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