Burgundy & Provence with 1 Night in Marseille (Northbound) 2021
9 Day River Cruise Marseille to St. Jean-de-Losne
Starting at $2,988
Your vacation in France begins with an overnight in captivating Marseille. Relax along the remarkably blue water of the Mediterranean Sea before your French river cruise. Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treas-ures and some hidden gems too! Embark your Avalon Suite Ship® in Port-Saint-Louis, France, and sail to Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and for 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. Take a guided walk through Tournon, beautifully nestled among vineyards and a 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 seen on postcards.
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Destination & Sightseeing
Day 1 Marseille: | Welcome to France |
Day 2 Marseille-Port St. Louis (Embarkation): | Guided tour; transfer to the ship; onboard welcome reception |
Day 3 Arles: | Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop |
Day 4 Avignon: | Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes |
Day 5 Viviers: | Guided walk, visit the Old Town and the cathedral |
Day 6 Tournon-Vienne: | Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Vienne |
Day 7 Lyon: | Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière Hill |
Day 8 St. Jean de Losne: | Cheese tasting on board |
Day 9 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.
ITINERARY
Accommodations
Marseille |
Deluxe
Hotel as shown or similar
Intercontinental Marseille Hotel Dieu Marseille France
Adjacent to Marseille's historic Panier district, this sophisticated 194-room hotel is set in a magnificent historic building dating from the 18th century. Local pastis aperitif can be enjoyed on the terrace while taking in superb views of the Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica, Mediterranean dishes can be enjoyed in the Michelin-starred restaurant and leisure facilities include a fitness room, indoor swimming pool and a chic SPA by Clarins. Free Wi-Fi internet access is also available throughout the hotel.