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

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From Nice to Chalon sur Saone
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  • Colorful hillside buildings with umbrellas shading a plaza.
  • Seaside village with traditional Greek-style buildings along a coastal walkway.
  • Overhead view of a vibrant town square with cafes and a river in the background.
  • Aerial view of a historic city featuring a large amphitheater.
  • Historic church set amidst greenery.
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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
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    French Riviera

    French Riviera
  2. Day 2

    Nice

    Nice
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    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing in Nice - explore Vieux Nice old city with narrow streets and baroque churches
    Landmarks
    Vieux Nice
  3. Day 3

    French Riviera to Arles

    French Riviera to Arles
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Motorcoach transfer to Arles
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour in Aix-en-Provence - explore Cezanne's hometown
    Landmarks
    Aix-en-Provence
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  4. Day 4

    Arles

    Arles
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Power Walk in Arles with Adventure Host
    • Painting Workshop - learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh and create your own painting
    • Guided Walking Tour of Arles - visit the Roman Amphitheater
    • Wine lecture hosted by Certified Sommelier
    Landmarks
    Roman Amphitheater of Arles
  5. Day 5

    Avignon

    Avignon
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Discover Avignon by bike with Adventure Host
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Avignon - explore ramparts and Palace of the Popes
    • Trip to wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape - wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Palace of the Popes
    Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  6. Day 6

    Viviers

    Viviers
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walk to Vivier's hilltop Cathedral with Adventure Host
    • Guided Walking Tour of Viviers - explore Romanesque cathedral and Old Town
    • Food and wine pairing dinner hosted by Certified Sommelier
    Landmarks
    Viviers Cathedral
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  7. Day 7

    Tain l'Hermitage

    Tain l'Hermitage
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Morning hike in Tournon with Adventure Host
    • Guided Walking Tour of Tournon - explore medieval city and 16th-century castle
    • Onboard chocolate and wine tasting hosted by Certified Sommelier
    • Cruise to Lyon
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
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  8. Day 8

    Lyon

    Lyon
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Discover Lyon's architectural district by bike with Adventure Host
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Lyon - view from Fourvière Hill, explore Old Town medieval alleyways and Place des Terreaux
    • Guided tour to Beaujolais area - learn about light and pleasant wine
    Landmarks
    Fourvière Hill
    Place des Terreaux
  9. Day 9

    Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône

    Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Mâconnais region - visit Chardonnay vineyards and wine-tasting in medieval castle cellars
    • Cheese and wine tasting hosted by Certified Sommelier
    Landmarks
    Mâconnais
  10. Day 10

    Chalon-sur-Saône

    Chalon-sur-Saône
    Meals
    Breakfast

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