17-Day The Ultimate Cruise Tour (Cezanne)
7-Night cruise with 3-Nights at the Villa d'Este on Lake Como, 2-Nights Hotel Cipriani in Venice and 2-Nights at the Chateau Les Crayeres in Reims. From $8,995 to $9,540 per person
12-Day The Coast of Normandy (Cezanne)
7-Night cruise with 3-Nights in Deauville at the Hotel Normandie Barriere. ESCORTED TOUR - From $4,339 to $5,064 per person
Featuring a 7-night Rhone and Saone river-cruise on the 4-star MV Princesse de Provence , including Lyon, Burgundy wine region, Provence, Avignon, Arles and more.
DAY 1: USA - LYON
Depart from your US gateway for an optional overnight flight to Lyon.
DAY 2: LYON
Arrive Lyon and transfer to the Princesse de Provence , your home for the next seven nights on the Saone River. After embarkation relax on the sun deck or stroll the charming streets of this gastronomic capital of France.
DAY 3: TOURNUS and CHALON
Morning arrival in Tournus , situated in the Southern Burgundy region, where you have the opportunity to explore several fine examples of Romanesque and Renaissance architecture. This afternoon the ship stops in Chalon-sur-Saone , your departure point for an excursion to the medieval town of Beaune . Surrounded by thriving vineyards, Beaune's stunning Hotel Dieu dates from the Middle Ages and was the chief residence of the Dukes of Burgundy, until the 14th century.
DAY 4: MACON and TREVOUX
Awake this morning in the town of Macon , which marks the border between Burgundy and the Lyonnais regions. You have the option of exploring the town on your own or taking an excursion to Cluny Abbey or the wine country of Maconnais. Enjoy lunch while cruising to Trevoux , where an afternoon excursion will introduce you to the Beaujolais Wine Country, including a visit and tasting with a local producer.
DAY 5: TOURNON
After your arrival in Tournon , step back in time for a journey via steam powered train to the Mastrou, in the Ardeche region. Your excursion presents the beautiful landscapes, arched bridges and chateaux of the area. Relax in the afternoon as the ship sets sail for Arles in the region of Provence.
DAY 6: ARLES and AVIGNON
Awake to the rich light and color of Provence that permeated the canvases of Van Gogh and Cezanne. Enjoy the morning at your leisure to explore the beautiful Roman town of Arles or opt for a morning tour of the Camargue nature reserve. This afternoon, your excursion meanders through the lovely Provencal countryside following "In the Footsteps of Vincent Van Gogh".
DAY 8: VIENNE and LYON
Relax and enjoy the sights this morning while you cruise to the town of Vienne . An afternoon excursion will take you for a visit of Lyon , the gastronomic capital of France, including the Fourviere Hill for beautiful views over the city and countryside.
DAY 9: LYON
Disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your flights to the US.
OPTIONAL
DISCOVERY ADD-ONS
NICE - $599 per person
(Pre-Cruise)
Three-Nights at the 4-star Le Meridien Hotel, (or similar) with breakfast daily
Included TGV train to Lyon, city tour and transfer to the ship
PARIS - $649 per person
(Post-Cruise)
Three-Nights at the 4-star Concorde Saint Lazare Hotel, (or similar) with breakfast daily
Included TGV train from Lyon to Paris, city tour and transfer to your hotel
SWITZERLAND - $499 per person
(Post-Cruise)
Three-Nights in Lausanne at the 4-star Hotel Mirabeau, (or similar) with breakfast daily
Included TGV train between Lyon and Geneva with a transfer to Lausanne, tour of the region and hotel/ship transfers
ESCORTED TOUR including the services of an experienced tour manager, cruise director, local hosts and guides and featuring a 7-night Rhone and Saone river-cruise on the 4-star MV Princesse de Provence , plus 2 nights at the deluxe Chateau de Gilly in Burgundy.
