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'Le Phenicien'
Canal du Rhone a Sete & Rhone River
Tour Description:
Delightful ‘Le Phénicien’ floats lazily along the
waterways of the Camargue, meandering its way
through the Languedoc wine region. Observe the
daily lives of residents, and visit a ranch to see local
cowboys tend to their horses and bulls. Visit the
medieval clifftop village of Les Baux-de-Provence and
Pont du Gard, the famed ancient Roman aqueduct.
Taste award-winning wines at Châteauneuf-du-Pape
and explore the historic Palais des Papes in Avignon.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 05 May 24 — Sunday 30 Jun 24 | Starting at $5,000 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Jul 24 — Sunday 25 Aug 24 | Starting at $4,750 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 01 Sep 24 — Sunday 20 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,000 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 27 Oct 24 — Sunday 03 Nov 24 | Starting at $4,750 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 - SUNDAY
Meet in Avignon and transfer to ‘Le Phénicien.’ Enjoy a welcome reception, followed by your first gourmet dinner on board.
Day 2 - MONDAY
In Avignon, visit the Palais des Papes that served as a fortress as well as a palace. With walls that are 13 feet thick in some places and defensive towers reaching to 165 feet, the Palais des Papes remains a symbol of the time when Avignon was the fortified center of the Christian world. Then, visit one of the best cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a guided visit and wine tasting.
Day 3 - TUESDAY
After breakfast, cruise to historic Villeneuve-lès-Avignon for a guided excursion to the Pont du Gard. This masterpiece of Roman engineering is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an informative museum showcasing the historic significance of the magnificent tri-level aqueduct. Back aboard, ‘Le Phénicien’ passes through the 36-foot-high lock at Beaucaire en route to Aramon, where a lively game of pétanque awaits.
Day 4 - WEDNESDAY
Today, visit medieval Les Baux-de-Provence, dramatically set atop a rocky plateau of the Alpilles.
Day 5 - THURSDAY
An unforgettable cruise takes you to the Roman city of Arles, the "open-air museum" of Provence. Join your guide to explore the haunts of Vincent van Gogh, who painted a myriad of canvases here in 1888.
Day 6 - FRIDAY
Cruise to the Camargue this morning, heading east on the Canal du Rhône à Sète that links the Petit Rhône with the étangs (inland seas) dotting the Mediterranean coast. Moor in the quiet village of Gallician before visiting a prestigious manade (ranch), where local cowboys on white horses demonstrate how they tend their herds of bulls. Gather tonight for a farewell dinner to mark your last evening on board 'Le Phénicien.'
Day 7 - SATURDAY
After breakfast, disembark in Aigues-Mortes and transfer to Nîmes, where your journey ends.
