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Relax by the sea in sunny Nice
from $2,570
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Corsica & French Riviera

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Discover Portofino’s coastal views
  • Wander Propriano’s town center
  • Stroll Alghero’s medieval streets
  • Visit Ile-Rousse’s coastline
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Nice / Nice
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on an 8-day Royal Clipper cruise through the Mediterranean, exploring beautiful coastal towns in France, Italy, and Corsica. Enjoy vibrant markets in Nice, stunning views in Portofino, and relax on St. Tropez’s famed Pampelonne Beach.
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Explore colorful Nice
from $3,863
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Corsica Reveals its Hidden Treasures

Nice Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans
  • Discover Corsica
  • Cruise the coast of Gulf of Porto
  • Visit Calanques de Piana
  • Explore the Balagne Region
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Nice / Nice
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This eight-day Corsican voyage aboard the MV La Belle des Océans reveals Corsica's hidden riches, a real paradise on earth that appears to have every marvel of the world on its shores or in its mountains. Relax on the beautiful beaches of Cargèse, "the Greek village," and Saint-Florent, Corsica's version of Saint-Tropez.
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L'lmpressionniste cruising through beautiful landscapes
from $79,500
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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

Fleurey-sur-Ouche - Escommes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L’Impressionniste
  • Experience Fleurey-sur-Ouche
  • Enjoy Chateauneuf’s fortress
  • Stroll Burgundy villages
  • Taste Beaune wines
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Fleurey-sur-Ouche / Escommes
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Join a 7-day private cruise on the L’impressionniste along the Burgundy Canal, enjoying wine tastings, guided excursions, and local cuisine. Highlights include historic tours, cycling paths, and breathtaking countryside views from Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.
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Delight yourself with the breathtaking views aboard the Finesse
from $69,500
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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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Champagne
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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Explore Paris, the legendary city of light
from $82,500
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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Champagne

Paris - Epernay - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile
  • Admire Paris Notre Dame
  • Stroll through Damery
  • Taste Brie de Meaux and fine wines
  • Tour Hautvillers Abbey
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Paris / Epernay
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Embark on a 7-day private barge cruise from Paris to Epernay on the La Nouvelle Etoile, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to historical sites like the Reims Cathedral. Enjoy regional cuisine, wine tastings, and curated excursions through the picturesque Champagne region.
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Athos sundeck
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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L'Art de Vivre cruising through France
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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Variable
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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The medieval fortress of Calvi
from $9,930
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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant
  • Discover the terrain of Balagne
  • 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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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise along the Corsican coastline aboard Le Ponant, departing from Nice. Explore the northern terrain of Balagne 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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Eiffel Tower and the Seine River
from $10,275
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South of France with Highlights of Paris

Paris - Lyon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Explore Paris Eiffel Tower
  • Visit Chavanay lush vineyards
  • Tour Arles ancient Roman ruins
  • Wander Avignon Palace of the Popes
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Paris / Lyon
Activities
Cooking Classes, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Enjoy a 13-day cruise on the Scenic Sapphire, starting with two days in Paris before boarding in Lyon. Experience wine tastings, explore historic towns, hike vineyards, and visit Cluny Abbey before concluding your journey in Lyon.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
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
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
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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The views of Paris from Notre Dame Cathedral
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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