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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Southbound) 2026

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From Lyon to Nice
4.6 (234 reviews)
  • Riverside view of a historic building with vibrant flowerbed.
  • Town view alongside a river with a church and colorful buildings.
  • Historic building with a reflection in the river and sunset colors.
  • Panoramic view of a city skyline with a prominent cathedral at dusk.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chalon-sur-Saône

    Chalon-sur-Saône
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    Dinner
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  2. Day 2

    Tournus

    Tournus
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournus highlights with local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Chardonnay cellar wine tasting excursion
    • Onboard wine lecture hosted by Certified Sommelier
  3. Day 3

    Tournus to Lyon

    Tournus to Lyon
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Onboard cheese and wine tasting hosted by Certified Sommelier
    • Bike tour of Lyon's architectural district with Adventure Host
    • Guided sightseeing tour of Fourvière Hill and Old Town
    • WWII and French Resistance lecture on board
    • Live entertainment after dinner
    Landmarks
    Fourvière Hill
  4. Day 4

    Lyon

    Lyon
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Culinary walk through Lyon
    • Guided tour to Beaujolais wine region
    • Onboard food and wine pairing dinner hosted by Certified Sommelier
  5. Day 5

    Tournon - Viviers

    Tournon - Viviers
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Viviers

    Optional Activities

    • Hike in vineyards with views (weather permitting)
    • Guided walking tour of Tournon with wine and chocolate tasting at Cité du Chocolat
    • Onboard wine and cheese tasting hosted by Certified Sommelier
    • Live entertainment on board
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
    Viviers Romanesque Cathedral
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  6. Day 6

    Avignon

    Avignon
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Bike tour of Avignon with Adventure Host
    • Guided sightseeing tour of Avignon and Palace of the Popes
    • Trip to Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine cellars
    • Live onboard entertainment
    Landmarks
    Palace of the Popes
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  7. Day 7

    Arles

    Arles
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Power walk in Arles with Adventure Host
    • Painting workshop in Van Gogh's style
    • Guided walking tour of Arles and Roman Amphitheater
    • Onboard wine and chocolate tasting hosted by Certified Sommelier
    Landmarks
    Roman Amphitheater of Arles
  8. Day 8

    Arles to French Riviera

    Arles to French Riviera
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Aix-en-Provence
  9. Day 9

    French Riviera - Nice

    French Riviera - Nice
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Nice including Vieux Nice
    Landmarks
    Vieux Nice
  10. Day 10

    French Riviera

    French Riviera
    Meals
    Breakfast

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