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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

• Wander Roman Autun amphitheater
• Tour Beaune’s Maison Champy
• Visit Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu
• Explore Chateau de Germolles

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Chalon Sur Saone

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise aboard the Finesse through Southern Burgundy, starting in St-Julien-sur-Dheune and concluding in Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy guided tours of historic sites, premier vineyards, and biodynamic wine tastings while exploring the scenic Canal du Centre.

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from $69,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Champagne

7 Day Itinerary aboard Kir Royale

• Visit Chateau-Thierry battlefield
• Explore Belleau Wood cemetery
• Tour Ay's grand cru champagne house
• Discover Avize vineyards

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Chateau Thierry / Chalons en Champagne

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Experience a 7-day private barge cruise from Chateau-Thierry to Chalons-en-Champagne aboard Kir Royale, featuring champagne tastings, World War I site visits, and gourmet dining along the scenic River Marne.

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from $58,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Argeliers - Marseillan - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Athos

• Tour Carcassonne’s double walls
• Explore Narbonne’s Roman road
• Sample wines at Chateau Cabezac
• Tour Noilly Prat distillery

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Argeliers / Marseillan

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Join a 7-day private cruise on the Athos from Argeliers to Marseillan along the Canal du Midi, featuring tours of Carcassonne and Minerve, tastings at local producers, and market visits. Enjoy chef-prepared meals and cultural excursions, and end with a visit to the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery.

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from $46,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Burgundy

Auxerre - Chevroches - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L'Art de Vivre

• Explore Auxerre’s medieval center
• Walk through Lucy-sur-Yonne village
• Experience Vezelay’s basilica
• Visit Chateau de Bazoches

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Auxerre / Chevroches

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on the L'Art de Vivre, journeying through Burgundy from Auxerre to Chevroches. Enjoy private wine tastings, historic sites like Vezelay Basilica, and scenic excursions through vineyards and picturesque landscapes.

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from $46,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Marseillan - Le Somail - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Anjodi

• Explore Pezenas theatrical legacy
• Stroll medieval Carcassonne
• Sample wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Discover Roman Narbonne’s cathedral

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Marseillan / Canal du Midi

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Wildlife Viewing

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Join a 7-day private cruise from Marseillan to Le Somail on the Anjodi, exploring the Canal du Midi with visits to Carcassonne, Narbonne, and a private truffle hunt. Enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Paraza and biking along the Canal de la Robine.

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from $11,740

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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

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

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Nice / Nice

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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

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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.

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from $16,155

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South of France with Highlights of Paris

Paris - Lyon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Wander Paris’s grand boulevards
• Marvel at Montmartre’s artistry
• Savor Beaune’s Burgundy wines
• Stroll Tournon’s cobbled lanes

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Paris / Lyon

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Kayaking, Cooking Classes

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Take a 13-day cruise from Paris to Lyon on the Scenic Sapphire, discovering France's rich culture and cuisine. Enjoy two nights in Paris and explore enchanting towns, historic sites, and exclusive events, including music performances.

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from $14,353

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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, The Seine & Bordeaux

Arles to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Walk Arles Roman streets
• Hike Tournon’s granite slopes
• Bike Bordeaux’s vineyard trails
• Tour Arcachon’s seaside charm
• Explore Paris Left Bank

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Arles / Bordeaux

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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration

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Sail through France on a 22-day Avalon Artistry II cruise visiting Arles, Avignon, Tournon, Lyon, Normandy’s Landing Beaches, Paris, and Bordeaux. Explore historic landmarks, world-class wine regions, and cultural sites with options for guided tours, cycling, coastal visits, and wine tastings.

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from $9,170

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Nice & Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Nice - Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Nice’s Riviera charm
• Tour Arles’ Roman ruins
• Visit Avignon’s Gothic palace
• Experience Viviers’ medieval street

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Nice / Lyon

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Local Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration

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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Liberte, starting with three nights in Nice, featuring a city tour of Monaco. Explore historic sites in Arles, Avignon, and Lyon, with opportunities for wine tasting and optional excursions.

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from $9,945

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Paris & Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Paris - Nice - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Discover Lyon’s rich Roman past
• Sample Beaujolais wines in Macon
• Experience Tournon medieval charm
• Stroll Viviers’ cobbled streets

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Paris / Nice

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Embark on a 10-day river cruise through the scenic South of France aboard the Emerald Liberte, exploring historic sites, vineyards, and Lyon's culinary delights. Enjoy a unique Provencal dinner crafted by chef Fabien Morreale for an authentic regional experience.

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from $8,402

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French Masterpiece: Paris, Normandy & Bordeaux

Paris to Bordeaux - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Monet’s Gardens, Giverny Visit
• Experience Normandy coast
• Walking tour in Rouen
• Taste Arcachon's oysters and wine

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Paris / Bordeaux

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Small Ship Sailing

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Embark on a 15-day French Masterpiece aboard Avalon Artistry II. Cruise the Seine to Normandy, explore Paris’s icons, and discover Bordeaux’s vineyards. Choose from guided walks, castle visits, cycling, wine tastings, or seaside Arcachon.

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from $8,590

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Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Guided city tour of Lyon
• Explore Avignon’s Palais des Papes
• Canoeing adventure in Avignon
• Explore Arles’ Roman monuments

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Lyon / Nice

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Cruise the Rhône River on an 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Liberté from Lyon to Arles, ending in Nice. Explore historic towns like Vienne, Tournon, Viviers, and Avignon. Enjoy guided walking tours, vineyard hikes, wine tastings, and visits to UNESCO-listed sites, including the Palais des Papes and Roman monuments in Arles.

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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

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

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Paris' Seine River / Arles

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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.

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from $4,999

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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre

• Tour Versailles royal apartments
• Visit Paris Christmas markets
• Walk medieval Rouen streets
• Explore Chateau Bizy

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Paris / Paris

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Christmas Market Visits

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Embark on an 8-day Seine River cruise from Paris aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre. Explore historic sites in Rouen, Fecamp, and Vernon, tour Versailles, enjoy tastings at a Normandy cider farm, and browse festive Christmas markets in Paris and Rouen. Includes private chateau visits and cultural excursions.

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from $3,499

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Brilliant Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Bon Voyage

• Explore Médoc wine châteaux
• Visit Blaye Fortress
• Stroll through Libourne’s market
• Bike through Médoc’s vineyard

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise through Bordeaux aboard S.S. Bon Voyage, exploring iconic wine regions, charming villages, and historic sites. Discover the Médoc wine route and sample world-class wines. Enjoy scenic biking through Bordeaux’s historic backstreets or guided walking tours to uncover the city’s UNESCO-listed heritage.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

• Explore Chateau de Germolles
• Wander Roman Autun amphitheater
• Tour Beaune’s Maison Champy
• Visit Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Chalon Sur Saone

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise aboard the Finesse through Southern Burgundy, starting in St-Julien-sur-Dheune and concluding in Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy guided tours of historic sites, premier vineyards, and biodynamic wine tastings while exploring the scenic Canal du Centre.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise - Upper Loire & Western Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Renaissance

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

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Spa Relaxation

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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.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise – Champagne

7 Day Itinerary aboard Kir Royale

• Visit Chateau-Thierry battlefield
• Explore Belleau Wood cemetery
• Tour Ay's grand cru champagne house
• Discover Avize vineyards

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Chateau Thierry / Chalons en Champagne

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Experience a 7-day cruise from Chateau-Thierry to Chalons-en-Champagne aboard Kir Royale, featuring champagne tastings, World War I site visits, and gourmet dining along the scenic River Marne.

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