Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Lyon
Lyon- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome reception and dinner with fellow guests)
Included Activities
- Welcome reception and dinner
- Guided tour of Lyon
- Guided e-bike tour of Lyon
Landmarks Rhône River Saône River - Day 2
Lyon
Lyon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Lyon including Fourvière Hill, Roman Theatre, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, traboules passageways, and Renaissance-era houses
- Guided e-bike tour of Lyon - alternative to standard city tour, includes Parc de la Tête d'Or, zoo, greenhouses, and Confluence district
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Pérouges - guided walking tour of medieval walled town including 15th-century fortified church, former home of princes of Savoy, Rue des Rondes, 33-metre-deep well, and Maison du Sergent de Justice (3.5 hours, Moderate)
Landmarks Fourvière Hill Roman Theatre of Lyon Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière Parc de la Tête d'Or Pérouges - Day 3
Lyon to Mâcon
Lyon to Mâcon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Beaujolais wine tasting - guided tasting at local vineyard including winemaking process and selection of wines
Landmarks Beaujolais Wine Region Saône River - Day 4
Mâcon to Tournon
Mâcon to Tournon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tournon - walking tour through village revealing local history and viticulture traditions, including Roman ruins, Renaissance monuments, and world's oldest suspension bridge with cables
- Guided hike through the vineyards - active hike through vineyards near ship dock with views of Rhône River and possible stop at local chocolate maker for tasting and shopping
Landmarks Tournon Castle Rhône River Rhône Valley vineyards - Day 5
Tournon to Viviers
Tournon to Viviers- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Viviers - heritage discovery trail including iconic monuments and Maison des Chevaliers (Renaissance façade Roman house)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - guided tour of awe-inspiring cave replica with local guide, the largest decorated cave replica in the world (2.5 hours, Moderate)
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral Maison des Chevaliers Caverne du Pont-d'Arc - Day 6
Viviers to Avignon
Viviers to Avignon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale - authentic dishes celebrating regional flavours and fresh produce)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Avignon - walking tour through World Heritage-listed ancient town centre, cobbled alleyways, Pont d'Avignon (12th-century bridge), and medieval architecture
- Canoeing excursion in Avignon - alternative active option, canoe paddle down calm Rhône River from north of Avignon back towards town with views of picturesque landscapes and Pont d'Avignon
- Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale - on-board dinner with authentic Provençal dishes celebrating regional flavours and fresh produce, prepared by Top Chef finalist with guest engagement
- Classical concert in Avignon - private classical concert in historic chapel with exceptional acoustics, featuring local trio performing timeless works
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of the Pont du Gard - World Heritage-listed three-level Roman aqueduct (275 metres long, 48 metres high), including visit to small Roman town of Uzès with local restaurants (4.5 hours, Easy)
- Visit to Châteauneuf du Pape with wine tasting - curated tasting of famous regional wines at local vineyard, includes picturesque 14th century castle ruins (3.25 hours, Moderate)
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Avignon Old Town Pont du Gard Uzès Châteauneuf du Pape Rhône River - Day 7
Arles
ArlesIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Arles with arena visit
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense) - Difficult/Active activity level, 4 hours duration, visiting a World Heritage-listed village recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in France with narrow cobblestone streets, medieval stone buildings, and views from Château-Fortress des Baux
- Lavender Distillery - from Field to Perfume (extra expense) - Easy activity level, 3 hours duration, guided tour through lavender and aromatic plant fields with artisanal distillation process demonstration and olfactory discovery of essential oils
- In the footsteps of Van Gogh with a painting workshop (extra expense) - Moderate activity level, 3 hours duration, explore landscapes that inspired Van Gogh's iconic works followed by a painting workshop to recreate vibrant scenes
Landmarks Roman Amphitheatre of Arles Roman Forum of Arles Roman Baths of Arles Les Baux de Provence Château-Fortress des Baux Alpilles Regional Natural Park - Day 8
Arles to Nice
Arles to Nice- Meals
- Breakfast
