Europe’s finest river cruises BURGUNDY, RIVER RHÔNE & PROVENCE
From the lush green vineyards of Burgundy to the sun-kissed hills of Provence and the wild ruggedness of the Ardèche gorges to the medieval allure of Avignon – on this truly enthralling cruise every day is full of fascination. We start in France’s gastronomic capital and explore the beautiful Saone and Rhône rivers, the preferred route of traders and invaders alike since the dawn of recorded history. Everywhere there are reminders of the Romans and the greatest empire of the ancient world. You will be staggered by the engineering genius of the staggering amphitheatre at Arles and the huge aqueduct at the Pont du Gard. Avignon was the seat of the Papacy during medieval times, heralding a century of greatness crowned by the absorbing Papal Palace and its stunning renaissance art collection. Van Gogh created arguably his greatest works in Provence and all this is set in some of France’s most stunning natural beauty – all waiting to be discovered on this wonderful cruise.
FULLY ESCORTED PRICE INCLUDES:
◆ Standard class reserved seat on Eurostar from London St. Pancras or flight from a choice of regional airports (at a supplement) ◆ Visit to Beaune, centre of the Burgundy wine region and enjoy a wine tasting ◆ Cruise the spectacular Rhône valley ◆ Guided tour of Lyon, second city of France and its gastronomic capital ◆ Visit to charming Vienne ◆ Tour of the astonishing Ardèche Gorges ◆ Guided tour of Arles, with its extraordinary Roman remains and home of Vincent Van Gogh ◆ Visit to the Pont du Gard ◆ Tour of superbly preserved, medieval Avignon and the stunning Pope’s Palace ◆ Full-board from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day ◆ Services of an experienced cruise manager