Cruise the Rhône in luxury with Lord Botham and Rosemary Shrager
Discover the rich „lavours, „ine wine and gourmet heritage of the Rhône on this exquisite cruise through southern France
Step aboard the SS Catherine for this unforgettable journey through the idyllic countryside of the south of France, with cricketing legend Ian Botham and chef Rosemary Shrager.
As you travel along the peaceful Rhône and Saône rivers, you’ll discover their many treasures, from the medieval wonders of Unesco-designated Avignon to Lyon’s lively riverbanks.
Ian will be on board with you for the week, joining you for dinner and drinks throughout the cruise. He’ll also give a very special talk about his career and answer your questions in a relaxed Q&A, as well as joining you for an insightful – and delicious – wine-tasting.
You’ll also be joined on board for the week by chef, TV presenter, and haute cuisine expert Rosemary Shrager, who’ll give a stimulating private cooking demonstration and join you on a visit to a local food market.
Meet our special guests
Ian Botham is one of cricket’s best-loved igures as a player and commentator, as well as a proliic charity fundraiser. He was knighted in 2007. Ian has also developed his own range of wines.
Rosemary Shrager is a British chef and TV presenter, has been an haute cuisine teacher and has published eight cookbooks, including Absolutely Foolproof Classic Home Cooking. She has also written two novels, one of which is The Last Supper.
YOUR ITINERARY Day 1 Lyon Day 2 Mâcon, Beaune Day 3 Lyon, Day 4 Tournon and Tain-l’hermitage,
Day 5 Viviers Day 6 Avignon Day 7 Tarascon,
Arles Day 8 Avignon
What’s included
● Seven-night cruise in a classic riverview stateroom
● All onboard meals and unlimited beverages**
● Exclusive events with Ian and Rosemary
● Dinner prepared by Rosemary with wines paired by Ian
● A range of exciting shore excursions, as detailed in the itinerary
● Welcome and farewell gala dinners and receptions
● Services of an experienced Uniworld cruise manager
● Return lights from many UK airports or travel via Eurostar***
● All transfers on arrival and departure days
● All gratuities, free internet and wi-i access