Burgundy & Provence will capture your heart and delight your senses as you sail through the heart of Burgundy and Provence on a magical journey where sumptuous cuisine, fine wine, world-class art, nature, and history provide a treat for all of the senses. Here you’ll discover that joie de vivre is not just a phrase, but a wonderful way of life!
The River Royale, built in 2006, provides luxury cruising in Southern France. Her comfortable size and ample space provide for a relaxing experience upon French waterways for any traveler interested in adventure and luxury.
From the moment guests board their exquisite river cruising vessel, there is an unmistakable atmosphere of opulence and charm. An expert, friendly staff is ready to greet and assist all new travelers both at the voyage's onset and throughout.
A porter will guide arriving guests to their staterooms and assist with any luggage. The staterooms measure approximately 151 sq. ft. while the exclusive suite measures approximately 217 sq. ft. All accommodations brilliantly combine necessity and comfort with en suite bathrooms and the availability of L'Occitane body products and bathrobes for a touch of extravagance.
Guests on board the River Royale will enjoy nights of rejuvenating sleep. Each stateroom features comfortable beds dressed in fine linens perfect for retiring from a day full of adventure.
The ship also features a beautiful panoramic lounge, a full-service bar, a cozy library, and an elegant restaurant. Additionally, there's a sun deck where travelers can take advantage of an open-air game of either chess or shuffleboard, or perhaps lounge in a refreshing jacuzzi. Passengers may also want to partake of the fitness equipment in the gym area, unwind in the sauna, or receive a relaxing massage.
Appox. 151 Sq. Ft. (stateroom); Approx. 217 Sq. Ft. (suite)
Passengers:
132
Voltage:
110/220V
Amenities:
Laundry Service, Library, Internet Cafe, Full-service Bar, Specialty Coffee & Tea Bar, Sauna, Fitness Center, Boutique, Complimentary Bicycles and Walking Sticks, Massage Treatments
The River Royale provides a high caliber of luxury for all of her guests. Whether in a stateroom or a suite, guests will love the warmth of their private quarters, designed to maximize leisurely time spent on board.
All staterooms have a river view and come lavishly appointed and with en suite bathroom facilities. Although en suite bathrooms are fairly standard on most river cruising vessels, River Royale adds a unique touch by offering L'Occitane body products and relaxing waffle bathrobes for the guest's convenience and comfort.
Staterooms on the Azure Deck (including the only suite on board) have French balconies which allow passengers to enjoy the beauty of passing scenery regardless of weather conditions.
The single suite on board River Royale includes all the lavish appointments of the stateroom with the addition of:
Flat screen TV with DVD player
Morning coffee
Shoe shine
Free laundry services
At the end of each day, passengers will delight in the warmth of their hotel-style beds. Each stateroom offers restful bedding draped in fine linens, a perfect way to end a particularly tiring day of exploring.
The staterooms also come equipped with the following luxuries:
The River Royale has ample space for her guests to explore. Between 4 different decks, passengers can choose from a multitude of different activities to help pass the time, alleviate stress, or talk with new friends.
The restaurant's open seating format is conducive to an intimate dining experience with new friends. Guests will enjoy beautiful views drifting past the large windows as they consume culinary delights composed of the finest ingredients the region and season has to offer.
Pleasant afternoons or invigorating evenings can be spent over a cocktail in the bar and lounge area. Also offering sweeping views, the lounge is the perfect place for guests to toast to adventure on their way to the next port of call.
For guests who like to stay connected, there is wireless internet available in public areas, one of which is the Internet Cafe. Here, guests can enjoy refreshing beverages while surfing the web. Whether it's completing some urgent business matter, or just updating family and friends on the incredible cruise, guests will have the freedom to remain in the loop while touring.
In prime weather, one of the more popular areas will be the sun deck. Here, guests can participate in open-air games, bask in the sun, or relax in the jacuzzi. A good book or good company will complement all time spent outdoors on River Royale's upper most deck.
After days of walking tours throughout romantic French cities, some travelers may feel physical stress building within their bodies. To remedy this, an on board spa is available for guests to melt away tension at the hands of an expert masseuse.
An amazing dining experience calls for special ingredients:
Inviting ambiance of an elegant restaurant with a beautiful scenic backdrop
A professionally-trained culinary staff who stands ready to fulfill your requests including providing recommendations from our wine list planned by our award winning European sommelier
Gourmet cuisine prepared fresh daily with the finest ingredients, often brought onboard from local markets
International chefs from London’s five-star Meridian Piccadilly and Relais & Châteaux Hotels
Al fresco evening dining on the beautiful open-air sun deck
Open seating for all dining occasions
Menus change daily and reflect the best of the region and season:
Breakfast Full buffet breakfast, including made-to-order omelets, pancakes, Belgian waffles, French toast, bacon and sausages to lighter fare – cereals, an assortment of homemade breads, pastries, fresh fruits and juices, fine teas and French Press coffee from organic pure Arabica coffee beans.
Lunch Fresh salads, seasonal vegetables, artisan cheeses, homemade soups and bread, hearty sandwiches and delectable sweets
Dinner Gourmet entrees from homemade ravioli to filet mignon accompanied by complimentary fine wine, beer, soft drinks, and divine desserts
Sail through the heart of Burgundy and Provence on a magical journey where sumptuous cuisine, fine wine, world-class art, nature, and history provide a treat for all of the senses. Here you’ll discover that joie de vivre is not just a phrase, but a wonderful way of life! You’ll sail past quaint hilltop cities and fashionable, lively towns, as well as lush vineyards, fields of flowers, and sun-drenched vistas made famous by great painters such as Van Gogh and Cézanne. Visit regions filled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Arles, immortalized by Van Gogh’s paintings; the well-preserved Medieval city of Avignon, with its spectacular Palace of the Popes; and Lyon, center of Gallo-Roman history and the gastronomic capital of France. Those who will love this trip are travelers wishing to walk through the countryside and villages that inspired the art of Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin; history buffs; movie fans; gastonomes; chocoholics; and wine connoisseurs.
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