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Colors of Provence - Cruise Only

Lyon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina

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Lyon / Arles

Activities

Cooking Classes

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Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and Beaujolais. Enjoy wine tastings, ancient Roman ruins, and medieval villages on this European vacation. Les Baux, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, and Vienne are all stops before arriving to Lyon, France.

• Tour the highlights of Lyon, France
• Stop at the home of a local vintner
• Learn about olive farming tradition
• Take the Artist Experience tour

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Taste of Bordeaux - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadolce

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

Activity Level

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Board an enchanting 8-day round-trip cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne on the MS Amadolce. Visit the towns of Cadillac, Pauillac, Bourg, Libourne, and Blaye as you enjoy wine-tasting tours, visit classic French chateaus, and explore historic sites. Biking and hiking options are available as well.

• Explore Bordeaux, a UNESCO Site
• Taste distinguished French wine
• Tour the Château Latour wine estate
• Visit Libourne's colorful market

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Essence of Burgundy & Provence - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacello

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Dijon / Arles

Activity Level

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amacello through Burgundy and Provence, savoring French flavors and exploring Roman heritage, charming towns, and iconic sites like Lyon’s culinary treasures and Avignon’s Papal Palace.

• Explore Chalon-Sur-Saone's heritage
• Discover Tournus’ Romanesque abbey
• Experience Arles’ Roman ruins
• Stroll through Beaune’s cobblestone

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from $3,863

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Fine Food and Wines on a Cruise through the Burgundy Region

Dijon - Dijon - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Danièle

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Dijon / Dijon

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise through the heart of Burgundy aboard the MS Daniele. Discover local traditions, regional cuisine, and iconic scenery from the comfort of a canal barge built for intimate exploration.

• Visit chateau estate
• Taste Burgundy wines
• Tour Chalon-sur-Saone
• Enjoy Burgundy cuisine

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from $14,490

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Normandy & Gems of the Seine

Roundtrip Paris - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Gem

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

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Experience an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Gem, sailing the Seine and exploring Normandy's historical sites, including Joan of Arc landmarks and World War memorials. Enjoy charming villages' regional tastings, and conclude in Paris's vibrant culture and architecture.

• Explore Paris iconic landmarks
• Visit Vernon’s Giverny gardens
• Discover Rouen’s medieval streets
• Taste Normandy’s creamy cheese

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from $7,899

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Grand Seine and Rhone - Cruise Only

Paris - Arles - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalyra

Starts / Ends

Paris' Seine River / Arles

Activities

Wine Tasting, Hiking, Biking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

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Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Paris to Arles on the MS Amalyra, exploring iconic regions along the Seine, Saone, and Rhone rivers. Enjoy historical sites, exquisite wines, and culinary delights, culminating in the vibrant city of Arles.

• Visit Les Andelys Chateau Gaillard
• Discover Honfleur’s harbor
• Experience Normandy’s beaches
• Explore Monet’s Giverny gardens

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from $6,850

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Southern Burgundy Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard L’Impressionniste

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Board L’Impressionniste for this 7-day cruise which will take you on a tour that starts and ends in Paris. View the beautiful French countryside from the ship, explore medieval villages, and taste the local goods produced in the region.

• Visit Clos de Vougeot
• Private wine tastings & Tours
• Tour Dijon and its markets
• Explore Château de Bussy-Rabutin
• Visit to Beaune
• Lunch at Château de Beaune
• Visit Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
• Hot air ballooning
• Towpath for walking and cycling

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from $7,390

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Classic Cruise - Alsace and Lorraine

Krafft - Niderviller - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Panache

Starts / Ends

Krafft / Niderviller

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 7-day cruise on the Panache through Alsace, starting in Strasbourg, with a champagne welcome. Discover historic towns and cultural landmarks, and enjoy wine tastings, scenic hikes, and art at every port before disembarking in Strasbourg.

• Explore Strasbourg historic city
• Stroll Saverne charming town
• Hike Chateau Haut-Barr fortress
• Tour Waltenheim-sur-Zorn vineyards

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Paris & Normandy - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Paris - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadante

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Paris / Paris

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Paris aboard the MS Amadante, exploring Normandy's stunning coast and rich heritage. Visit Monet's Gardens, the historic D-Day beaches, and the royal Chateau de Bizy for a memorable cultural experience.

• Explore Chateau Gaillard's history
• Discover charming Honfleur harbor
• Visit Normandy’s iconic D-Day sites
• Walk medieval streets of Rouen

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from $6,050

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Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

7 Day Itinerary aboard Athos

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Join an exciting 7-day cruise along Canal Du Midi on board the Athos ship. Explore the beauty and history of the different landmarks along the way such as Carcassonne, Pezenas, and the hilltop village of Minerve.

• Tour the medieval city Carcassonne
• Wine tasting at a local château
• Visit Pezenas
• Pass through the Fonserannes locks
• Visit Narbonne
• Cross the Orb canal bridge
• Walking and cycling

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from $5,850

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European Classic Cruise - Gascony, France

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rosa

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Discover the beauty of Gascony as Rosa takes you on a 7-day cruise to see the countryside of Southern France. Explore the towns of the region that are full of history and art. See the different French architecture and landscapes as you cruise from the quaint town of Montauban to the historic town of Agen.

• Cruise Pont Canal du Cacor
• Visit to Château de Goudourville
• Tour the castle of Nerac
• Taste the wines of the region

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European Classic Cruise - Bordeaux

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rosa

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Boé / Castet-en-Dorthe

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Discover the hub of the famed wine-growing region of France aboard the luxury hotel barge Rosa. Take a 7-day intimate cruise between Boé and Castet-en-Dorthe, along the Canal de Garonne, to explore this region with its subtle mixture of natural landscapes, medieval bastide towns and iconic vineyards.

• Tour Saint Emilion
• Visit Château de Duras
• Visit the Bastide village
• Taste the local wines of Bordeaux
• Cruise across the Agen aqueduct

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from $2,120

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Corsica & French Riviera

7 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

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Cannes / Cannes

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

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Experience this 7-day cruise starting and ending in the enchanting city of Cannes aboard the Royal Clipper. Discover the breathtaking ports of Portofino, Bastia, Bonifacio, Ajaccio, and St Tropez.

• Discover Portofino
• Explore Bastia
• Discover Sant' Amanza
• Experience East Corsica

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Fine Food and Wines on a Cruise through the Burgundy Region

Dijon to Saint-Leger-sur-Dheun - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Danièle

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Dijon / Saint Leger Sur Dheune

Activity Level

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Embark on a 7-day Fine Food and Wines on a Cruise through the Burgundy Region on MS Daniele. Cruise from Dijon to Saint-Leger-sur-Dheune, stopping in towns like Chagny, Chalon-sur-Saône, and Santenay. Hike to natural landmarks, bike canal paths, visit historic sites, and taste local wines.

• Admire Burgundy scenery
• Explore Saint-Jean-de-Losne
• Enjoy Chagny's hillside scenery
• Discover Santenay history

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from $12,220

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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

Starts / Ends

Nice / Nice

Activities

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

Activity Level

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise along the Corsican coastline aboard Le Ponant, departing from Nice. Explore the northern terrain of Balagne and Cap Corse with historic citadels and unspoiled villages. Experience the Gulf of Sant’Amanza. Visit the Gulf of Roccapina and Domaine de Murtoli before returning to Nice.

• Visit Balagne and Cap Corse
• Visit Gulf of Ajaccio
• Discover the Gulf of Sant’Amanza
• Visit the Gulf of Roccapina

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Burgundy & Provence

Arles to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Catherine

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Arles / Lyon

Activity Level

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Embark on an 8-day Burgundy & Provence cruise from Arles to Lyon aboard the S.S. Catherine. Visit towns like Avignon, where medieval charm and the majestic Palace of the Popes await. Next, explore the quaint village of Viviers and its storied past, and then explore the twin wine villages of Tain-l’Hermitage and Tournon.

• Discover Arles’ Roman ruins
• Visit Avignon's Palace of the Popes
• Learn about silk weaving at Lyon
• Visit Beaune’s Hospices

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from $9,090

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Southern Burgundy Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Saint Jean de Losne

Activity Level

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Delight yourself with a 7-day trip on the Finesse while cruising around Southern Burgundy. As you sail, you will get to explore and discover the history, architecture, and culture of the spectacular villages this French region.

• Tour of the historic city of Dijon
• Visit Château de Germolles
• Tour Château de Chamirey
• Eat lunch at a Michelin restaurant
• Tour of ancient Autun
• Walk and bike to explore
• Walk and bike to explore

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European Classic Cruise - Upper Loire & Western Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Renaissance

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

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Board the luxury hotel barge Renaissance and take a 7-day cruise through the rivers and canals of France. Cruise over Gustav Eiffel's famous aqueduct spanning the Loire River. Take some time to explore the beautiful village and canals of Montargis either on foot or bicycle.

• Visit Château de la Bussière
• Cruise the aqueduct at River Loire
• Visit Gien
• Enjoy wine tasting

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