Itinerary
- Day 1
Lyon
Optional Activities
- Explore Lyon's culinary scene at leisure
- Day 2
Lyon to Chavanay
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Rhône River to Chavanay
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman theatre visit (Scenic Freechoice option)
- E-bike tour along the Rhône River and through nearby villages with wine tasting stops (Scenic Freechoice option)
Landmarks Roman Theatre of Vienne Vienne Rhône River - Day 3
Châteauneuf-du-Pape to Arles
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape at local vineyards
- Chocolate workshop at Chocolaterie Castelain with live demonstration, tasting of signature artisanal chocolates infused with Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine, and regional wine pairings
- Bike tour along the ViaRhôna paths with views of the Passerelle de l'Oiselay pedestrian and cycle bridge
Landmarks Passerelle de l'Oiselay - Day 4
Arles to Avignon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles visiting Arènes d'Arles (ancient Roman amphitheatre built in 90 AD)
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières des Lumières - immersive visual and musical installation at 7,000 square-metre former quarry
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill - learn olive oil production techniques and traditional Provençal recipes
- Discovery of lavender - from field to perfume at organic farm (typically late June to mid-August), with essential oil extraction learning and creation of homemade lavender mist
- Following Vincent - Van Gogh's Arles walking tour tracing the artist's journey through historic sites
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières des Lumières 
- Day 5
Avignon - Scenic Enrich Evening
- Meals
- Dinner (Gala dinner at Palais des Papes with classical concert performance by trio of musicians)
Included Activities
- Classical concert and gala dinner at Palais des Papes - exclusive Scenic Enrich experience
Landmarks Palais des Papes - Day 6
Viviers
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers with local guide visiting Cathedral of St. Vincent (11th century, resplendent in 18th century Gothic style with Renaissance facade) and free exploration time
- French Resistance walking tour - stories of the French Resistance during Nazi Occupation of France in World War II
- WWII in Viviers - guided walk exploring the Battle of Montélimar in August 1944 and the role of the Rhône Valley
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins, then visit largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica in the world
- Côtes du Rhône Villages tasting - guided wine tasting tour through the Rhône Valley
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence - exploration of provincial town with castle and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour, plus free time
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Grignan - Day 7
Tournon
- Meals
- Dinner (Exquisite dessert buffet with artisanal creations by local pastry chef)
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet on board - artisanal creations by local pastry chef paired with fine coffee or dessert wine
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon with castle visit (built between 10th and 16th centuries), free exploration time, and optional crossing of France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage to visit Valrhona chocolatiers
- Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon - slopes overlooking Rhône River with local wine production learning and tasting
- Biking along the Rhône - cycling picturesque banks past charming villages and scenic scenery to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage - Day 8
Lyon
- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive gala dinner with acapella choir performance at Chapelle de la Trinité)
Included Activities
- Acapella choir performance at Chapelle de la Trinité - exclusive Scenic Enrich experience in 17th century baroque chapel with Carrara marble interior
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon - traverse hidden traboules and secret passageways (dating back to fourth century), visit Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière with views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges - medieval walled village on hilltop overlooking Ain River with vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways, and centuries-old lime tree in market square; recommended only for guests with high degree of fitness due to uneven surfaces and walking up and down hill
- Silk painting workshop - learn about Lyon's five-century heritage of silk production and 19th-century silk industry, with hands-on workshop experience
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière Pérouges Chapelle de la Trinité - Day 9
Mâcon
- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon featuring authentic regional French gastronomy)
Included Activities
- Cooperage demonstration - skilled artisan demonstrates ancient art of barrel-making and its role in wine and spirit production
- Dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon - exclusive intimate dining in Crystal Dining with authentic regional French gastronomy
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey - medieval town tour with exploration of former largest Christian building in the world, now a Benedictine Abbey with free time
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin - guided tour of 1606 castle with gilded rooms, moat, water features, and more than 10 hectares of manicured gardens
- Truffle tasting - meet local truffle farmer and hound learning truffle farming techniques, followed by tasting of truffle butter and chocolate mousse with truffles
- Tour of Tournus - exploration of picturesque narrow streets with pastel-coloured buildings, including Hotel-Dieu (18th century restored hospital) and Saint-Philibert Abbey (12th century)
Landmarks Cluny Abbey Château de Cormatin Tournus Saint-Philibert Abbey 
- Day 10
Mâcon
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region - drive through rolling hills of world-famous Beaujolais wine region, meet local vintner, learn wine production, and taste regional wines
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration - learn story of Vonnas village (gourmet destination), visit Michelin-star chef George Blanc's restaurant for interactive cooking demonstration featuring classic French dishes
- Monastère Royal de Brou and Bourg-en-Bresse - guided tour of Bourg-en-Bresse featuring 16th century Monastère Royal de Brou (commission by Margaret of Austria) with flamboyant Gothic and Renaissance architecture, now a museum of Flemish and Netherlandish art
Landmarks Monastère Royal de Brou Bourg-en-Bresse - Day 11
Lyon to Porto
Included Activities
- Flight from Lyon to Porto
- Day 12
Porto to Pinhão
Included Activities
- On-board azulejo (hand-painted mosaic tile) painting workshop
Landmarks Pinhão Train Station - Day 13
Pinhão to Barca d'Alva
- Meals
- Snack (Tasting of delicious bola at Morgadio da Calçada manor house)
Included Activities
- Visit to village of Provesende - walk through village, visit church, discover old bakery, witness traditional handicraft, tour historic manor house Morgadio da Calçada with bola tasting
Landmarks Provesende - Day 14
Barca d'Alva to Pocinho
Optional Activities
- Salamanca full day excursion - visit Golden City (honey-coloured sandstone architecture), explore two cathedrals, visit market to sample local delicacies, free time to explore and lunch at leisure
- Freixo de Espada à Cinta with silk museum - half-day tour to village (only place in Portugal with entirely handcrafted silk processing), visit silk museum, return to ship for lunch
Landmarks Salamanca Freixo de Espada à Cinta - Day 15
Pocinho to Régua
Optional Activities
- Côa Valley Museum - visit largest open-air Paleolithic rock art site in world, experience introduction through original artefacts and digital technology, participate in pre-historic workshop
- Village life in the Côa Valley - visit traditional village of Freixo Numão (unchanged for centuries), then visit Casa Painova estate for demonstration of sweet almond production with tasting of almonds, olives, and fruit products
Landmarks Côa Valley Museum Freixo Numão - Day 16
Régua to Porto
- Meals
- Dinner (Classical concert at São Francisco Church)
Included Activities
- Classical concert at São Francisco Church - exclusive Scenic Enrich experience at 13th century Gothic church with gilded interiors
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Lamego - coach transfer to town nestled among terraced vineyards (first to produce world-famous Port wine), visit Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, walk mosaic tile-lined staircase, taste local delicacies in bodega, free time
- Kayaking along the Pinhão River - glide past impressive landscapes of terraced vineyards, patchworked farmland, and sprawling estates on Douro tributary
- Mateus Palace - coach transfer to early 18th century palace considered one of best examples of Baroque civil architecture in Portugal, admire original furniture, ornate ceilings, and manicured gardens
Landmarks Lamego Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies Mateus Palace São Francisco Church - Day 17
Porto
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner with fellow guests)
Included Activities
- Illumination cruise through Porto - evening cruise passing beautiful city skyline and travelling beneath six bridges spanning the river
- Farewell dinner - toast a memorable journey with fellow guests
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Porto - discover rich culture and history including iconic Palácio da Bolsa, with free time to explore (may visit 110-year-old Bolhão Markets)
- Excursion to Guimarães - visit World Heritage-listed city that was seat of first King of Portugal, explore impressive 15th-century Ducal Palace with free exploration time
- Quinta da Aveleda - explore fairytale-like property of renowned sparkling wine producer set on impressive estate with enchanting gardens
Landmarks Palácio da Bolsa Bolhão Markets Guimarães Ducal Palace Quinta da Aveleda - Day 18
Porto
