Join Jeanine on this 7-day majestic cruise on the Rhône-Rhine canal will take you through authentic and traditional cities with different stories and hidden gems from Besançon to Dijon. You will be able to visit the Saline Royale of Arc-et-Senans, Dole or the charming city of Saint-Jean-de-Losne, first river port of France home to the Musée de la Batellerie, recounting the history of navigation on inland waterways.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Depart by coach to Arc-et-Senans for the tour of the Saline-Royale. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this royal factory was built between 1775 and 1779 at the wish of King Louis XV. You'll return on board after your tour and cruise towards Ranchot.
This morning will be spent cruising towards Dole. In the afternoon, join in an original and unique tour, following the "trail of the Perched Cat”. This trail refers the famous tales of a Perched Cat, written by Marcel Aymé who lived in Dole as a child.
Spend this morning cruising towards Saint-Jean-de-Losne. In the afternoon, join the guided tour of the city and the Battellerie Museum which recounts the history of navigation, followed by a tasting of local products.
Spend the whole day cruising towards Petit-Ouges, reaching it in the afternoon. Upon arrival in Petit-Ouges, enjoy time at leisure to discover the "circuit of the three washhouses”.
This morning will be spent cruising towards Dijon. In the afternoon, join an excursion along the Grands Crus Wine Route. The touristic Grands Crus Wine Route passes through the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. Tonight's the gala evening and dinner.
Day 7: Dijon | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Disembark after breakfast and continue your trip back home.
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12 cabins with private en-suite facilities and window. All cabins are equipped with private en-suite facilities (shower and WC), TV, radio, telephone (for internal calls only), safe and independant air-conditioning.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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