Get a taste of the Rhône with RAYMOND BLANC
JOIN ONE OF THE WORLD’S FINEST CHEFS ON AN IDYLLIC FOODIE RIVER CRUISE THROUGH SOUTHERN FRANCE
With sunflowers and lavender in full bloom, July is a perfect time to visit southern France. From rich Burgundy wines and fine cheeses to zesty rosé from Provence, the region is one of Europe’s best destinations for food and wine lovers. On this all-inclusive Rhône cruise, you’ll be joined by renowned French chef Raymond Blanc. His Le Manoir restaurant has nurtured other talented chefs, including Marco Pierre White, Heston Blumenthal and Michael Caines.
‘French life revolves around mealtimes and my family was no exception,’ says Raymond. ‘For my mother, cooking was an act of love. At an early age, I was taught to love and respect food.’
You’ll witness this as you take part in a cookery demonstration, Q&A session and book signing with Raymond.
On this trip, you’ll set sail from Lyon and travel down the Rhône, stopping at Mâcon,
Vienne, Avignon, Viviers and Tarascon to explore and feast on the region’s best bites. You will tour Roman monuments, visit vineyards and enjoy all-inclusive food and wine† in the ship’s restaurants.
Reasons to book MEET RAYMOND BLANC
There will be a chance to meet the chef and join him for a book signing and Q&A session as you enjoy a cocktail. The next day, you will see him on board for an interactive cooking demo, which will include the chance to taste his creations. That evening, you’ll feast on a menu of regional delicacies, as chosen by Raymond.
ULTIMATE FOODIE ADVENTURE
The Rhône Valley is the jewel in France’s culinary crown. One highlight of this trip will be meeting a trained truffle-snuffling
dog and tasting what it finds, which is exclusive to this bespoke itinerary.
CRUISE IN STYLE
Scenic Sapphire is an all-suite Space-ship, with all-inclusive food and drink included in the price you pay†. It has fine restaurants, an elegant bar, Salt Therapy Lounge, fitness facilities, a Sun Deck and a Vitality Pool. You can also learn how to make local recipes from expert chefs at the cooking suite, Scenic Culinaire.
EXCURSIONS GALORE
Choose from a range of Scenic Freechoice excursions, such as visiting vineyards and an olive farm or shopping with a chef, then cooking your purchases. After the doors close to the public at Avignon’s Palais des Papes, you’ll be invited for an exclusive Scenic Enrich concert inside the palace.
YOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1 Fly to Lyon DAY 2 Lyon; talk and Q&A with Raymond Blanc DAY 3 Mâcon; truffle farming; cookery demo and dinner with Raymond DAY 4 Vienne DAY 5 Viviers
DAY 6 Avignon DAY 7 Avignon and Tarascon DAY 8 Tarascon; return to the UK
YOU WILL GET THE CHANCE TO…
• See Raymond Blanc in action during a cooking demonstration, with tasters.
• Get a free signed copy of Raymond’s latest cookbook (one per suite).
• Spend seven nights in luxury in a five-star Scenic Sapphire suite.
• Enjoy all-inclusive food, premium beverages† and complimentary mini bar.
• Meet a truffle farmer and learn the tricks of truffle farming (exclusive to this sailing).
• Tour Lyon, Avignon, Viviers and Mâcon.
• Dine on a menu chosen by Raymond for a special dinner.
• Use the on-board Vitality Pool and wellness area.
• Choose from 16 Scenic Freechoice excursions and one exclusive Scenic Enrich event, including a classical concert and Beaujolais wine tasting.
ALSO INCLUDED
Return flights from up to 16 UK airports (Eurostar option available), taxes and transfers, plus all tips and gratuities, butler service, e-bikes and wi-fi.
THE PRICE £3,210pp including £500pp discount*
THE DATES 14th to 21st July 2022 TO BOOK Call 01615 169 708, quoting code RED RAYMOND BLANC For more details and the full itinerary, go to redonline.co.uk/raymondblanc
*Price shown includes relevant discounts and is based on two people sharing an entry-level cabin. Single supplement applies. Offer of £500pp is for new bookings made before 31st December 2021. Subject to availability. Timings of Raymond’s events are subject to change and there may be slight alterations to the itinerary due to operational restrictions. †Drinks included except fine or rare wine and Champagne. This trip is Atol-protected and our travel partner, Scenic, is Abta-bonded. This trip may be made available to other selected media partners. Always check the FCDO travel advice, as it includes the very latest information on safety, security, travel warnings and health; visit gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice