Burgundy & Provence France River Cruise
From: $3795
per person dbl*
• 7 Night Cruise aboard the Amadeus Provence
• Beaune Tour with Hotel-Dieu
• Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
• Mâcon & Beaujolais Wine Museum
• Wine Tasting
• Lyon City Tour
• Avignon Walking Tour
• Palace of Popes
• Arles Walking Tour
• Roman Amphitheater
7 Night Cruise – Outside Cabin, 20 Meals (7-B, 6-L, 7-D), Hand Selected Wines & Beer w/ Dinners, Tour Director, Welcome & Farewell Dinners, Wifi Onboard, Ship Staff, Baggage Handling at Ship, International Air Taxes/Fees & Port Charges, Roundtrip Ship Transfers
DECEMBER 3
7 Night(s) – Outside Cabin – MS Amadeus Provence
BOOKING DISCOUNT SAVINGS* – UP TO $400 PER COUPLE/$200 PER PERSON
Burgundy & Provence France River Cruise
9-DAYS
DAY 1 & 2: DEPART US – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO EUROPE – ARRIVE LYON – BOARD SHIP
Arrive Lyon & meet your PWD Tour Director – Transfer to the MS Amadeus Provence for your 7 night cruise – Welcome Dinner Onboard – Ship departs north late evening
(D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 3: MÂCON
Morning – Mâcon & Beaujolais Wine Museum & Wine Tasting. Afternoon at leisure in Mâcon or relax Onboard
(B,D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 4: CHALON SUR SAONE – BEAUNE – TOURNUS
Morning Beaune, Hotel-Dieu & Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience. Afternoon Medieval Brancion & Cormatin Optional – Ship arrives in Tournus
(B,L,S & D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 5: LYON
Morning Lyon City Tour with Old Town. Afternoon Cruising – Ship departs Lyon & heads south towards Avignon
(B,L,S & D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 6: AVIGNON
Morning Avignon Walking Tour including Palace of the Popes. Afternoon at leisure in Avignon or Pont du Gard & Uzes Optional
(B,L,S & D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 7: ARLES
Morning Arles Walking City Tour with Roman Amphitheatre. Afternoon at leisure in Arles or Camargue Nature Park Optional
(B,L,S & D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 8: LEISURE DAY – CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-RHÔNE/ARDECHE – LE POUZIN
Relax Onboard/Leisure Day – Morning Optional Excursion to Ardèche Gorge. Midday ship stops in Le Pouzin – Afternoon Cruising – Gala Farewell Dinner
(B,L,S & D) Overnight – Amadeus Provence
DAY 9: LYON – FLIGHT HOME
Transfer to the Lyon Airport to fly home or join Paris Post Cruise Extension (B)
CITIES & PORTS
LYON
Lyon, a city in France’s historical Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône & Saône Rivers with a history dating back to ancient Roman times. Lyon has earned a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list as the city boasts France’s oldest ancient ruins, medieval quarters and fine Renaissance houses.
MÂCON
Macon has a Mediterranean feel with its red tiled roofs. Enjoy an included tour featuring a Wine Museum & Wine Tasting of the Mâcon & Beaujolais, historic wine regions producing some of the finest and most expensive wines in the world. The excursion features beautiful wine country scenery, and a highlight visit to the Hameau Duboeuf Wine Museum featuring the history and production of Burgundy wines, and a Wine Tasting.
BEAUNE & BURGUNDY
Travel to Beaune to explore this walled town at the center of the Burgundy wine making region in France. Surrounded by the Côte d’Or vineyards, the cobbled town is renowned for an annual wine auction held at the Hôtel-Dieu. Recognized by its colorful, geometric-patterned tile roof, this former hospital is now the Hôtel-Dieu Museum & remains one of the finest examples of French 15th-century architecture. After the tour, enjoy a Wine Tasting Experience to sample the local product of the Burgundy Wine Region.
CHALON SUR SAONE & TOURNUS
Chalon-sur-Saone, a town of historic & artistic interest, is situated in the Saone-et-Loire, Burgundy region in the eastern-center of France. Tournus is tucked away in the southeast corner of Burgundy, this delightful town has a wealth of old buildings, alleyways, antique shops, cafes and restaurants.
AVIGNON
Avignon, nicknamed “City of Popes” because it was home to seven popes from 1309 to 1377. Your Avignon Walking Tour includes a stroll through the historic center, the picturesque Pont d’Avignon and the Place de l’Horloge. Continue to the renowned Palace of the Popes for a guided tour through this rambling maze of Gothic architecture that served as papal residence, fortress, church and palace.
ARLES
Arles is the site of some impressive ruins including Les Arènes, a Roman Amphitheatre that seats 20,000 and is still in use, as well as Romanesque monuments such as the Church of Saint-Trôphime, completed in the 15th century. Enjoy an Arles Walking Tour with its diverse architectural highlights. Experience the city’s vibrant colors and striking quality of light that have inspired artists. An excursion is available to the Camargue Nature Park, famous for its white horses.
LE POUZIN
Today is a day to relax onboard. Stop in Le Pouzin, a charming town on the banks of the Rhone. An Ardèche Gorge optional is available, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of Europe with its towering limestone cliffs.
PARIS (OPTIONAL POST CRUISE EXTENSION)
Paris, the “City of Light” is the world’s most visited capital. Enjoy a Paris City Tour to see the beloved landmarks that line the Seine including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. Also see the majestic Arc de Triomphe and ride along the Champs-Élysées. During your afternoon at leisure maybe visit the Montmarte District, the Louvre or wander the historic banks of the Seine which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Burgundy & Provence France River Cruise
Category E
Haydn Deck
$3795
Category D
Haydn Deck
$4095
Category C
Strauss Deck
$4595
Category B
Strauss Deck
$4795
Category A
Mozart Deck
$4995
Suite
Mozart Deck
$5495
Single Room Supplement + Cat D & E – Haydn Deck single supplement +$1400 • Cat C & B – Strauss Deck single supplement +$1800 • Cat A – Mozart Deck single supplement +$2200 • Suite – Mozart Deck single supplement $2700 for single supplement • No Triple **Rates are Land only, per person double
MS AMADEUS PROVENCE
THE SHIP – MS AMADEUS PROVENCE
The innovative 140-passenger Amadeus Provence offers all the amenities of a floating 5-star hotel. Launched in 2017, this Premium cruise ship features the most modern furnishings that blend masterfully with the architecture of the ship and a luxurious design that is the hallmark of the Amadeus fleet. The Restaurant and the Panorama Bar offer divine views of the passing riverscapes. The outdoor River Terrace & Sun Deck allow you to relax in the open air. The attentive English Speaking onboard service staff will see to your comfort with typical European hospitality. The cabin design plans are forward-thinking, bright & modern, all part of a premium focus with 62 large Staterooms & 8 Suites. The beauty of river cruising is that the most interesting destinations come to you. This Provence charter features English-only onboard commentary with inclusive sightseeing excursions balanced with choice to simply relax onboard, get a spa treatment or add sightseeing with optional excursions.
ALL MEALS INCLUDED ONBOARD
Three meals daily are served graciously in the exquisite Panorama Restaurant and feature local and international specialties. All dinners are four courses and are served with included Hand Selected Wines, Beer and Soft drinks. While dining, you have splendid views of the passing scenic landscapes through large picture windows. Enjoy afternoon and/or late evening snacks in the lounge based on the daily schedule.
COMFORTABLE & INNOVATIVE STATEROOMS
After boarding, unpack once. All staterooms are larger than traditional river cruise cabins & offer excellent river views. The Mozart Deck features 8 Suites with Walk Out Balconies. The other 16 Staterooms on the Mozart Deck & 30 Staterooms on the Strauss Deck feature an innovative Panoramic Drop-Down Window. Staterooms on the Haydn Deck have a large fixed window. All staterooms are equipped with comfortable & modern furnishings including flat screen TV & large private bathrooms with shower.
(S) SUITE - Mozart Deck (284 sf)
(E,D) STATEROOM - Haydn Deck (172 sf)
(A,B,C) STATEROOM - Haydn Deck/Mozart Decks (188 sf)
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, mini-bar, bathrobe, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
MS AMADEUS PROVENCE
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Land only rates do not include hotel transfers. Roundtrip air package includes hotel transfers. On some dates alternate hotels may be used
* Booking Discount Details – Make your Final Payment by check & receive $400 per couple/$200 per person savings on Air Inclusive Bookings. Land Only/Own Air Bookings receive $200 per couple/$100 per person savings.