Itinerary
- Day 1
Lyon
Landmarks Lyon 
- Day 2
Chalon-sur-Saône
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Burgundy wine discovery - Visit a local wine estate, join winemakers in the vineyard, learn about fermentation and wine production methods, and enjoy a guided wine tasting
- Guided tour of Beaune and Les Hospices - Tour the beautiful medieval town of Beaune and the Gothic-style hospital Les Hospices de Beaune with its museum, plus free time to explore
- WWII in Chalon-sur-Saône - Learn about the French Resistance, the Franco-German demarcation line, and the town's role during World War II
Landmarks Chalon-sur-Saône Beaune Les Hospices de Beaune 
- Day 3
Tournus
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cooperage demonstration - Learn about the ancient craft of barrel making and its connection to wine production
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin - Tour the Renaissance château with gilded rooms, moat, and over 10 hectares of manicured gardens, built in 1605 and restored in the 1980s
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration - Travel to Vonnas for a cooking demonstration at the world's longest-standing Michelin-starred restaurant, explore the gourmet village and museum
- Truffle Tasting - Visit a local truffle farm, meet the farmer and truffle-hunting dogs, learn how truffles are grown and harvested, and enjoy a tasting
Landmarks Tournus Château de Cormatin Georges Blanc Vonnas 
- Day 4
Tournon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet from local pâtissier - Evening dessert buffet on board featuring delicate pastries, silky creams, and vibrant confections
Optional Activities
- Côtes du Rhône Tasting - Guided tasting of famed Côtes du Rhône wines with local wine expert
- Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon - Hike through the sloping vineyards flanking the town, learn about local wine production and taste regional wines
- Walking tour of Tournon - Explore the ancient town visiting the 10th-16th century castle and cross France's oldest suspension bridge to neighbouring Tain l'Hermitage
- Biking along the Rhône - Cycle a section of the Via Rhona bike route along the Rhône River between Tournon and Gun, passing charming villages, orchards and historic bridges
Landmarks Tournon Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage Valrhona - Day 5
Avignon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour - Learn Avignon's rich history on a guided tour of ancient cobblestone streets to the Pope's Palace, home to the Papacy and seat of Western Christianity in the 14th century (moderate fitness required)
- Excursion to Pont du Gard - Visit the ancient Pont du Gard aqueduct built by Romans around 2,000 years ago and learn about this engineering marvel at the museum
- Kayaking at Pont du Gard - Paddle a kayak beneath the World Heritage-listed aqueduct on the Gardon River for a different perspective of its intricate stonework
- Palais des Papes exclusive gala dinner - Private experience with exclusive gala dinner inside the Palais des Papes banquet hall with live classical quartet performance (Scenic Enrich)
Landmarks Avignon Palais des Papes Pont du Gard Gardon River 
- Day 6
Avignon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wines of the Popes – Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Drive to Châteauneuf-du-Pape to discover and taste wines including the iconic grenache that made this one of France's most exclusive appellations
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey - Visit hilltop village Gordes and Sénanque Abbey in the picturesque Luberon Valley (note: Abbey not open to visitors on Sundays - exterior visit only on these days)
- Shop with a chef & Scenic Culinaire - Shop at Avignon Market with a chef for fresh produce and local ingredients, followed by interactive cooking demonstration at Scenic Culinaire cooking school (note: Market closed Mondays)
- Lavender Museum with visit to village of Roussillon - Visit the Lavender Museum and adjoining lavender field, then take a guided tour of Roussillon village and the striking Ochre Trail
Landmarks Châteauneuf-du-Pape Gordes Sénanque Abbey Avignon Market Lavender Museum Roussillon - Day 7
Arles
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Provence in Pink – Rosé wine tasting - Discover sun-drenched vineyards producing Provence's signature rosé, learn about terroir and grape varieties creating the region's crisp, elegant pinks
- Guided tour of Arles - Walking tour visiting Arles' most impressive Roman ruins with local guide providing insights about the city's history and modern culture, experiencing the vibrant colours and striking light that inspired artists
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières de Lumières - Marvel at the Carrières de Lumières, a 7,000-square-metre immersive digital art space in a former quarry, then explore the stunning medieval village of Les Baux
Landmarks Arles Carrières de Lumières Les Baux 
- Day 8
Viviers
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers - Admire architectural treasures of Viviers on foot including Cathedral of St Vincent, then free time to explore at leisure
- French Resistance Walking Tour - Learn tales of heroism from the French Resistance fighting Nazi occupation during WWII and their daring missions while exploring the historic town
- Côtes du Rhône Villages tasting - Guided tasting excursion discovering rich flavours of the Rhône Valley and diverse terroir with time-honoured winemaking traditions
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - Explore natural beauty and historic sites of Ardèche Nature Park, then visit the Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum, the world's largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica built near the fragile original site
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence - Travel to the beautiful provincial town of Grignan, tour the mighty castle dominating the town and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour with free time at leisure
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral of St Vincent Ardèche Nature Park Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum Grignan Grignan Castle Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour 
- Day 9
Onboard Cruise
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting over lunch
- Trinity Chapel exclusive acapella choir performance - Step inside the grand Baroque Trinity Chapel with Carrera marble interior for an exclusive acapella choir performance with sublime acoustics (Scenic Enrich)
Landmarks Trinity Chapel - Day 10
Lyon
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon - Coach tour exploring Roman ruins, hidden traboules (secret passageways dating to the fourth century), and visit to Notre Dame Basilica offering fabulous vantage point for city views
- Excursion to Pérouges - Travel to the medieval walled village of Pérouges perched on a hilltop overlooking the Ain River, enjoy walking tour through vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and market square with centuries-old lime tree (note: Recommended only for guests with high degree of fitness due to uneven surfaces and significant uphill/downhill walking)
- Silk painting workshop - Learn about Lyon's rich heritage of fine silk production since the 15th century and create your own masterpiece in this immersive workshop
Landmarks Lyon Notre Dame Basilica Pérouges - Day 11
Lyon to London
Landmarks London 
- Day 12
London
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant with fellow Scenic guests)
Included Activities
- Half-day guided tour of London - Expert local guide tour covering Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Tower of London with Crown Jewels, and concluding at Buckingham Palace
- Dinner at a local restaurant with fellow Scenic guests
Landmarks Trafalgar Square Big Ben Tower of London Buckingham Palace - Day 13
London
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Kensington Palace - Guided tour of the birthplace of Queen Victoria and home to young royals for over 300 years, walk through magnificent King's and Queen's State Apartments and uncover forgotten stories of palace workers
- Afternoon tea experience - Signature London afternoon tea experience with fine teas paired with delicate finger sandwiches and cakes in a refined setting celebrating tradition with elegance
Landmarks Kensington Palace - Day 14
Departure
- Meals
- Breakfast
