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Essence of Burgundy & Provence (Christmas Cruise) 2026

8 days
From Arles to Dijon
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 162
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arles

    Meals
    Dinner
    Landmarks
    Arles
  2. Day 2

    Avignon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Arles including Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater
    • Walking tour of Avignon including Papal Palace and medieval walls (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    Optional Activities

    • Special walking tour focused on Van Gogh's Arles with visit to Vincent van Gogh Foundation
    • Guided bike tour through Arles
    • Regional tasting tour around Avignon - macarons, cheese, wine and tapenades
    Landmarks
    Romanesque Cathedral of Arles
    Roman Amphitheater of Arles
    Vincent van Gogh Foundation
    Papal Palace
    Medieval Walls of Avignon
  3. Day 3

    Grignan

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Viviers medieval city
    • Guided bike tour through Viviers
    • Active walk with memorable views of Viviers
    • Visit to Grignan hilltop village
    • Black truffle hunting with a farmer and canine companion
    Landmarks
    Viviers
    Grignan
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  4. Day 4

    Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Vienne and its Roman ruins
    • Guided bike tour along ViaRhôna route from Vienne
    • Guided hike from ship to Monastery at Mount Pipet
    • Guided walking tour of Lyon including Fourvière Hill and Notre-Dame de Fourvière basilica
    • Guided walking tour through St. Jean district and traboules
    • Guided bike tour through Lyon
    • Vieux Lyon tasting tour of local delights
    Landmarks
    Vienne Roman Ruins
    Monastery at Mount Pipet
    Notre-Dame de Fourvière
    St. Jean District
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  5. Day 5

    Tournus

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Mâcon including local vineyards, museums and historical sites
    • Visit to Cluny Abbey
    • Visit to Royal Monastery of Brou
    • Scenic cruising from Mâcon to Tournus
    • Bike ride from Mâcon to Tournus
    • White Mâconnais wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Mâcon
    Cluny Abbey
    Royal Monastery of Brou
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  6. Day 6

    Chalon-sur-Saône

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournus and Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert
    • Visit to Château de Cormatin
    • Visit to medieval village of Brancion
    • Scenic cruising from Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône
    • Bike tour from Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône
    Landmarks
    Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert
    Château de Cormatin
    Brancion
  7. Day 7

    Beaune

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Historic city tour of Chalon-sur-Saône
    • Visit to local market in Chalon-sur-Saône

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Beaune
    • Walking tour of Beaune and Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune
    • Chalonnaise wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Chalon-sur-Saône
    Beaune
    Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune
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  8. Day 8

    Dijon

    Landmarks
    Dijon
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    Decorated in a palette of gold and orange that reflects Europe’s brilliant autumn foliage, the AmaCello is a floating delight. The… Read more
    Built
    2008
    Guests
    144
    Crew
    45
    Length
    110 m / 361 ft
    Staterooms
    73
    Registry
    Switzerland
    Gross Tonnage
    3350 gt
    Beam
    11 m / 36 ft
    Cruising Speed
    11 kn / 20 kph / 13 mph

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    Every aspect was great, especially our cruise director and the food.
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    • For any tour departing before July 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 20th, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with AmaWaterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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