Burgundy & Provence with 1 Night in Marseille (Northbound) 2021 - 9 Day River Cruise Marseille to St. Jean-de-Losne
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Burgundy & Provence with 1 Night in Marseille (Northbound) 2021

9 Day River Cruise Marseille to St. Jean-de-Losne

Starting at $2,988


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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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SIMILAR VACATIONS

Burgundy & Provence (Southbound)
With 1 Night in Marseille, 2 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in LondonWLJ2
With 1 Night in Marseille, 2 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in LondonWLJ2
With 2 Nights in Paris & 3 in Nights London WLJ4
Burgundy & Provence (Southbound)
With 2 Nights in Paris & 3 in Nights London WLJ4
With 1 Night in MarseilleWLJY
With 1 Night in MarseilleWLJY
Burgundy & Provence (Northbound)WLJE
Burgundy & Provence (Northbound)WLJE


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
Notes:
  • 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

Day 1
MARSEILLE, FRANCE Welcome to Marseille. Enjoy free time to explore this vibrant city

Day 2
MARSEILLE–PORT ST. LOUIS (EMBARKATION) Spectacular Seascapes of the Mediterranean Coast Join your expert Local Guide for an included sightseeing before joining a motorcoach transfer to board your Avalon Suite Ship®. EVENING CRUISE TO ARLES

Day 3
ARLES Inspiring Sights and Avant-Garde Lights Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. ACTIVE Grab a Nordic walking stick for a hike with your Adventure Host. 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, OR: DISCOVERY Attend a Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist. Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to the Carrières de Lumières (Cathedral of Images) a unique experience of art, sound, and light in the old quarries of Val d’Enfer. Take free time to a stop in Le Café Van Gogh for a glass of wine, before sailing to Avignon. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON
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Day 4
AVIGNON The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence 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 Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a true taste of the Rhône 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-Bénézet. Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON
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Day 5
VIVIERS World History in a Charming French Country Village Enjoy a leisurely morning sail to Viviers. 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. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNON
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Day 6
TOURNON A Rendezvous with Castle Views and Vineyards Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. CLASSIC Take a morning Guided Walking Tour to explore Tournon—one of France’s oldest medieval cities. See its 16th-century castle, and Roman ruins between the Rhône River and the granite slopes of the Hermitage. In the late morning, cruise to Vienne. VIENNE Roman and Middle Age History CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of Vienne and discover this charming little town surrounded by steep hills. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYON
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Day 7
LYON Adventures in Food and Wine in the Gastronomy Capital of France CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour to survey Lyon from Fourvière Hill with its numerous churches. You’ll also explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, and the lively cafés, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux. Spend free time riding a bike through Lyon’s town squares, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. Enjoy live entertainment while sailing. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNUS
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Day 8
TOURNUS— ST. JEAN DE LOSNE Wine and Cheese on the Stunning Saône Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar, or to the Castle of Cormatin. Alternatively enjoy a leisurely cruising morning along the majestic Saône River on your way to St. Jean de Losne. DISCOVERY Later, enjoy a delicious Cheese Tasting on board your ship. Enjoy live entertainment on board this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ST. JEAN DE LOSNE
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Day 9
ST. JEAN DE LOSNE (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Lyon airport before Noon

Accommodations

Marseille
Intercontinental Marseille Hotel Dieu
Deluxe

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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.
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