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Champagne
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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Vineyards of France
from $8,250
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Classic Cruise – Canal du Midi

Salleles d'Aude - Trebes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Enchanté
  • Hunt truffles at Mas d’Antonin
  • Stroll Narbonne’s market
  • Taste wines at Chateau de Paraza
  • Tour Carcassonne’s ramparts
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Sallèles d’Aude / Trèbes
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Experience a 7-day cruise on the Enchanté along the Canal du Midi, visiting sites like Narbonne’s Roman ruins, Chateau de Paraza, and the medieval village of Minerve. Conclude your journey in Trebes after exploring Carcassonne and enjoying truffle hunting and wine tastings.
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Warm lights glow through the blue hour in Lyon
from $5,715
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Paris

Nice - Paris - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Discover Arles Roman Amphitheater
  • Tour Avignon historic chapel
  • Walk Viviers Maison des Chevaliers
  • Experience Paris Arc de Triomphe
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Nice / Paris
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Enjoy a 10-day cruise on the Emerald Liberte along the Rhone River, exploring historical sites in Arles, Avignon, and Lyon, while savoring regional wines. Conclude your journey with a train ride to Paris, where you can visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and take a scenic boat ride on the Seine.
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A postcard-perfect afternoon in Portofino
from $1,370
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Nice to Nice

Roundtrip Nice - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Nice colored alleyways
  • Visit Portofino Piazzetta square
  • Admire Calvi landscape
  • Wander Menton streets
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Nice / Nice
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Small Ship Sailing
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Experience a 5-day Mediterranean cruise on the Star Clipper, exploring the scenic Riviera and visiting Portofino, Corsica, and Menton. Enjoy charming streets, stunning views, and relaxing on beautiful beaches before returning to Nice.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $3,549
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Burgundy & Provence

Arles to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Catherine
  • 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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Arles / Lyon
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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.
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Swim in the clear waters of the Mediterranean
from $2,570
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Voiles de Saint Tropez

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Nice’s coastal charm
  • Discover Lerici’s seaside villages
  • Visit Portoferraio’s vineyards
  • Swim Sant'Amanza’s crystal waters
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Nice / Nice
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring the stunning Mediterranean coasts of France, Italy, and Corsica. Journey from Nice to Lerici, Portoferraio, and St. Tropez, enjoying historical sites, breathtaking views, and vibrant local culture.
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Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
from $2,500
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Ligurian Sea

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Nice's vibrant alleyways
  • Experience Porto Venere's coast
  • Tour Portoferraio vineyards
  • View Bonifacio's medieval sites
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Nice / Nice
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Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice aboard the Star Clipper, exploring Porto Venere, Portoferraio, Bonifacio, Alghero, and Ajaccio. Enjoy stunning coastlines, historic sites, and relax on beautiful beaches before returning to Nice.
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Explore Roman ruins in Southern France
from $10,102
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Grand France

Arles to Paris - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Marvel at the Roman Amphitheater
  • Explore the Palace of the Popes
  • Discover the architectures
  • Taste wines in a medieval castle
  • Discover the heart of Paris
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Arles / Paris
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Biking
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Join a 15-day river cruise through Grand France from Arles to Paris aboard the Avalon Tapestry II, sailing the Rhône, Saône, and Seine rivers to visit historic Avignon, Lyon, and Rouen. Discover Roman ruins, medieval castles, rolling vineyards, and the historic beaches of Normandy before concluding your journey in the vibrant city of Paris.
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Wander through Paris' historic Montmartre district
from $9,802
Save $1500
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Grand France

Paris to Arles - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Tour Monet's gardens in Giverny
  • Visit Normandy landing beaches
  • Discover landmarks in Paris
  • Visit the Palace of the Popes
  • Marvel at the Roman Amphitheater
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Paris / Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône
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Embark on a 15-day Grand France Southbound cruise from Paris to Arles aboard the Avalon Tapestry II. Sail the Seine, Saône, and Rhône rivers, exploring the historic Normandy landing beaches, the romantic streets of Paris, the medieval architecture of Lyon, and the Roman ruins of Arles. Enjoy authentic food, wine, and stunning river views.
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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $3,599
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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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Explore Paris, the legendary city of light
from $3,999
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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
  • Explore Parisian Christmas markets
  • Tour Palace of Versailles
  • Walk medieval Rouen streets
  • Taste Bénédictine in Caudebec
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Paris / Paris
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Christmas Market Visits
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Experience 8 days aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre from Paris to Paris. Visit Christmas markets, the Palace of Versailles, Rouen Cathedral, Normandy cider farms, and La Roche-Guyon. Enjoy private receptions, guided tours, and scenic drives through the Seine and Normandy countryside. Discover French history, culture, and seasonal traditions firsthand.
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Enjoy wine tastings at local vineyards
from $2,999
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Chateaux, Rivers & Wine

Roundtrip Bordeaux - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Explore Bordeaux baroque churches
  • Visit Libourne food market
  • Tour Bourg medieval walls
  • Experience Blaye Cognac tasting
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Bordeaux / Bordeaux
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
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Experience Aquitaine's historic ports, vineyards, and farms on an 8-day Viking River Cruise. Enjoy local wines, hunt for truffles, and savor fresh oysters while exploring the region's rich agriculture and culinary traditions.
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