Burgundy & Provence
Europe
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7-Night cruise, from Chalon-Sur-Saone to Arles, onboard Poetry II with a Deluxe Stateroom category E
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Activities: bicycles available for use on shore, Included sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides & Onboard local entertainment
Drinks included sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily onboard your vessel
Spacious outside deluxe accommodations with enhanced soundproofing and Avalon's exclusive Comfort Collection Beds for a great night's sleep
Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer & premium L'Occitane bath products
Included sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides
Onboard local entertainment
A professional Cruise Director who delivers educational commentary as you travel through interesting landscapes, and who assists with requests and additional excursions
An Avalon Adventure Host available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions
Friendly, English-speaking staff who deliver consummate personal service throughout your journey
Gratuities to Cruise Director, Crew, Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included on Avalon portion only
Please speak to your Travel Consultant as Terms & Conditions apply
Itinerary
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Day 1 Chalon-Sur-Saone, France (Embarkation)
Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship(R) is Ready for Boarding
Flights into Lyon must arrive by 2 pm
Guests must be onboard ship by 5 pm
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN TOURNUS (D)
Day 2 Tournus
Pearl of Southern Burgundy
Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host
Classic : Tucked away in the southeast corner of Burgundy, Tournus is one of the oldest and most important monastic centers in the region, Our Local Guide will show the highlights of this delightful town
Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar or to the Castle of Cormatin
Discovery Excursion: Later, enjoy a delicious Cheese Tasting onboard your ship
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN TReVOUX (B,L,D)
Day 3 Lyon
La Vie En Rose in Lyon
Sail for lovely Lyon this morning
Active : Discover Lyon's architectural district by bike with your Adventure Host, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhone and Saone rivers meet, OR
Classic : Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour to survey Lyon from Fourviere Hill with its numerous churches. You'll also explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, and the lively cafes, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux
Discovery : Be our guest for a WWII & French Resistance your lecture onboard your ship
Later enjoy live entertainment after dinner
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYON (B,L,D)
Day 4 Lyon
Adventures in Food and Wine
Discovery : Join a Culinary Walk through the city to discover why Lyon is known as the gastronomic capital of France
The rest of your day is free to explore, relax, or shop in France's third largest city. Take a bike from the ship and explore local produce markets and parks, or take a leisurely tour of the city's more than 100 murals
EVENING CRUISE TO TOURNON (B,L,D)
Day 5 Tournon-Viviers
A Rendezvous with Castle Views and Vineyards
Classic Excursion: Take a morning Guided Walking Tour to explore Tournon-one of France's oldest medieval cities with its 16th-century castle
Enjoy a leisurely sail to Viviers after lunch
VIVIERS
World History in a Charming French Country Village
Classic : Explore the pale-stone buildings of Viviers on a late afternoon Guided Walking Tour of this charming village. You'll see its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town with a mix of historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences
Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AVIGNON (B,L,D)
Day 6 Avignon
The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities
Classic : Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the fortress city of Avignon-with its ramparts encircling the city-and a visit to the amazing Palace of the Popes
Guided Optional Excursions include a visit to the ancient Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, or a trip to the famed wine cellars of Chateauneuf-du-Pape for a true taste of the Rhone wine region
Explore Avignon on your own for the city's art and culture, theatre, and museums. Be sure to snap photos of the captivating countryside, historic monuments, and the medieval Pont Saint-Benezet
Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment
EVENING CRUISE TO ARLES (B,L,D)
Day 7 Arles
A Brush with Genius
Active : Get your daily dose of exercise through a Power Walk in Arles with your Adventure Host, OR
Discovery : Attend a Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist, OR
Classic : Enjoy a Guided Walking Tour of Arles-the captivating city of the Provence region. You'll visit the Roman Amphitheater in this visually stunning city
Take free time to stop in Le Cafe van Gogh for a glass of wine
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ARLES (B,L,D)
Day 8 Arles (Disembarkation)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning
Flights should not leave Marseille airport before 10 am. (B)
** Itinerary may vary by sailing date.
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