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Essence of Burgundy & Provence 2026

8 days

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From Saint-Jean-de-Losne to Arles

4.3 (32 reviews)

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Operator: AmaWaterways
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Dijon to Saint-Jean-de-Losne
Dijon to Saint-Jean-de-Losne
Meals
Dinner
Optional Activities
- Transfer between Dijon train station and Saint-Jean-de-Losne (approximately 30 minutes walk from station)
Day 2
Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Chalon-sur-Saône
- Scenic sailing to Tournus
Optional Activities
- Guided excursion to Beaune including visit to Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune
- Wine tasting of Mâconnais wines
- Guided bike tour from Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Landmarks
Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune
Day 3
Tournus to Mâcon
Tournus to Mâcon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise to Mâcon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Tournus and Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert
- Visit to Château de Cormatin
- Visit to medieval village of Brancion
- Guided bike tour from Tournus to Mâcon
- Wine tasting
Landmarks
Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert
Château de Cormatin
Brancion
Day 4
Mâcon
Mâcon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch on Sun Deck), Dinner
Included Activities
- Light lunch on Sun Deck during cruise to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Mâcon including local vineyards, museums and historical sites
- Excursion to Cluny Abbey
- Visit to Royal Monastery of Brou
- Beaujolais wine tasting during sailing
Landmarks
Cluny Abbey
Royal Monastery of Brou
Day 5
Lyon to Vienne
Lyon to Vienne
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Lyon including Notre-Dame de Fourviére and St. Jean district
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour through Lyon
- Vieux Lyon tasting tour
- Guided bike tour along portion of the ViaRhôna bike route
- Guided hike from ship to Monastery at Mount Pipet
Landmarks
Notre-Dame de Fourviére
St. Jean District
Monastery at Mount Pipet
Day 6
Vienne to Viviers
Vienne to Viviers
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Viviers
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour through Viviers
- Excursion to hilltop village of Grignan
- Truffle hunting with farmer and dog
- Scenic hike with views of Viviers
- Historical walking tour with costumed performers
Landmarks
Viviers
Grignan
Day 7
Avignon to Arles
Avignon to Arles
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Avignon including Papal Palace and medieval walls
Optional Activities
- Regional tasting tour in Avignon (macarons, cheese, wine, tapenades)
- Guided tour of Arles including Romanesque cathedral and Roman amphitheater
- Guided bike tour to Roman ruins in Arles
- Van Gogh walking tour and Vincent van Gogh Foundation visit in Arles
- Guided wellness bike tour through Arles
Landmarks
Palais des Papes
Roman Amphitheater of Arles
Vincent van Gogh Foundation
Day 8
Arles - Disembarkation
Arles - Disembarkation
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune

Landmarks
Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert
Château de Cormatin
Brancion

Landmarks
Cluny Abbey
Royal Monastery of Brou

Landmarks
Notre-Dame de Fourviére
St. Jean District
Monastery at Mount Pipet

Landmarks
Viviers
Grignan

Landmarks
Palais des Papes
Roman Amphitheater of Arles
Vincent van Gogh Foundation

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Guide
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Rating: 4.3 (32 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 54%
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AmaWaterways Ship

AmaCello
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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Tour Operator
4.3

Andrew5.0•June 2024
Every aspect was great, especially our cruise director and the food.
Traveled in April 2024

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