Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) 2021
8 Day River Cruise Port-Saint-Louis to St. Jean-de-Losne
Starting at $2,699
Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sight-seeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Embark your ship in Port St. Louis, France, and sail to Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater, which hosts plays and concerts to this day. On a guided tour of historical Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest gothic fortress in the world. The city of Tournon is beautifully nestled among vineyards and you’ll go on a guided walk of this medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Visit the popular Place des Terreaux and stand in front of the famous fountain you’ve seen on postcards.
Destination & Sightseeing
Day 1 Port St. Louis (Embarkation): | Onboard welcome reception |
Day 2 Arles: | Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop |
Day 3 Avignon: | Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes |
Day 4 Viviers: | Guided walk, visit the Old Town and the cathedral |
Day 5 Tournon-Vienne: | Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Vienne |
Day 6 Lyon: | Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière Hill |
Day 7 St. Jean de Losne: | Cheese tasting on board |
Day 8 St. Jean de Losne (Disembarkation): | Your cruise ends this morning |
- In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
- Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.