Tour Essence Of Burgundy & Provence (Wine Cruise) (Wine Cruise) 2

Transport

AmaWaterways river cruise ship

Others

Immersive tours in every destination Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options Bike tours and hikes Special Interest Tours Knowledgeable guides Personal headset for easy exploration Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

Meals

All onboard dining in a variety of venues Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant Welcome cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

Hygieneprotocol

We look forward to welcoming guests on board this year and are doing everything in our power to ensure the health and safety of all our guests and crew. With Covid-related protocols and country entry regulations continuing to evolve, it often creates additional barriers related to unvaccinated travelers that impact our guests’ experience. With that in mind, AmaWaterways will only be welcoming guests fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on board our ships, effective immediately. Guests must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 within at least 14 days prior to departure for Pfizer, Moderna or AstraZeneca or within 28 days prior for Johnson & Johnson. In addition, we strongly recommend all guests take a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and bring documentation of a negative result with them on their sailing, as a precautionary measure.

Accommodation

7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies) Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations Desk and sitting area Bottled water replenished daily

Guide

Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs

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Flights

International flights are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Port Of Dijon, France - Embarkation
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Port Of Dijon, France - Embarkation

Board your ship in preparation for your 7-night Essence of Provence & Burgundy cruise. (D)
Day 2 Day 2: Chalon-Sur-Saône – Tournus, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Chalon-Sur-Saône – Tournus, France

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. Later in the day, enjoy a scenic sailing to Tournus, or sample the region’s famous white Mâconnais wines. Alternatively, pedal from Chalon-Sur- Saône to Tournus on an exhilarating guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
Day 3 Day 3: Tournus – Mâcon, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Tournus – Mâcon, France

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. 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 Mâconnais wines. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Day 4: Macon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Macon

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. Built between the 4th and 12th centuries, Cluny Abbey was formerly the world’s largest church and stands as a captivating example of early Romanesque architecture. Return to the ship and head to the Sun Deck to enjoy a light lunch and the passing landscapes on the way to Trevoux. For those traveling by ship, enjoy a tasting of Beaujolais wines while sailing towards your next stop. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Day 5: Lyon – Vienne, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lyon – Vienne, France

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. There you can enjoy a guided walking tour 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 Day 6: Viviers, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Viviers, France

Take your coffee on your balcony or the Sun Deck as you cruise to Viviers, a charming medieval city with picturesque 16th and 18th century monuments. For a more active adventure, pedal through this bicycle-friendly city. Alternately, you can go to the magnificent hilltop village, Grignan. After visiting this enchanting Provençal town, go in search of the highly prized “Black Diamond” truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion. Or, go on a scenic hike and enjoy a memorable view of Viviers. Later, stroll through the city accompanied by a guide in Renaissance attire as former “residents” in period costumes reenact events and legends of centuries gone by. This special historical tour is sure to bring a smile to your lips – or perhaps send shivers down your spine! (B,L,D)
Day 7 Day 7: Avignon - Arles, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Avignon - Arles, France

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, visit a winery in the famed Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine region, where viticulture has been promoted since the 14th century. The unique soil composition here has earned the area a reputation for producing distinctive wines that are now popular the world over. Join a specialist from the winery on a private tour of the wine cellars and vineyards, an exclusive opportunity to learn about centuries-old winemaking methods. Following your tour, enjoy a tasting of the vineyard’s specialty wines. Later in the day, rejoin the ship in 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. 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. Or take some time to focus on wellness with a guided bike tour through town. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Day 8: Arles – Disembarkation
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Arles – Disembarkation

Bid farewell to Arles and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

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Essence Of Burgundy & Provence (Wine Cruise) (Wine Cruise) 2

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Itinerary of your trip Essence Of Burgundy & Provence (Wine Cruise) (Wine Cruise) 2

Day 1: Port Of Dijon, France - Embarkation

Day 2: Chalon-Sur-Saône – Tournus, France

Day 3: Tournus – Mâcon, France

Day 4: Macon

Day 5: Lyon – Vienne, France

Day 6: Viviers, France

Day 7: Avignon - Arles, France

Day 8: Arles – Disembarkation

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