Itinerary
- Day 1
Lyon
Optional Activities
- Explore Lyon's gastronomic dining scene
Landmarks Lyon 
- Day 2
Mâcon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region: Drive through rolling hills and meet a local vintner, discover wine production and sample regional wines
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey: Explore the medieval town famous for its Benedictine Abbey, once the largest Christian building in the world, and enjoy free time
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin: Guided tour of the 1606 castle with gilded rooms, moat, water features and more than 10 hectares of manicured gardens
Landmarks Mâcon Beaujolais Wine Region Cluny Abbey Château de Cormatin - Day 3
Lyon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon: Traverse hidden traboules (secret passageways from the fourth century) and visit the Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière for views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges: Visit the medieval walled village atop a hill overlooking the Ain River with vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and centuries-old market square lime tree. Note: Due to uneven surfaces and extensive up and down hill walking, this tour is recommended only for guests with a high degree of fitness
- Silk painting workshop: Learn about Lyon's rich five-century silk production heritage and the history and process of silk painting
- Guided cycling tour to Tête d'Or Park: Cycle along bike lanes to the 105-hectare park featuring a lake with Souvenir Island, botanical garden, rose garden, greenhouse and zoo
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière Pérouges Tête d'Or Park - Day 4
Chavanay
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman theatre: Travel to nearby Vienne to explore its fascinating history and visit one of the best-preserved Roman theatres built against steep slopes, capable of holding more than 10,000 spectators
- Cycling tour: Easy cycling along gentle, flat terrain in a leisurely loop from Chavanay along the Rhône River and through nearby picturesque villages with beautiful rolling hill views and stops for wine tasting or local refreshments
- St-Joseph - Côte-Rôtie wine tasting: Private tour of a local estate to sample exquisite wines from the picturesque vineyards and gain appreciation for the meticulous craftsmanship behind each bottle
Landmarks Chavanay Vienne Roman Theatre of Vienne Côte-Rôtie Wine Region - Day 5
Viviers to Avignon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers: Explore Viviers with a local guide, admiring monuments and architectural treasures including the Cathedral of St. Vincent first built in the 11th century, now featuring 18th century Gothic style with a Renaissance facade, plus free time to explore at leisure
- French Resistance walking tour: Walking tour of Viviers featuring stories of the French Resistance who fought against Nazi Occupation during World War II, including local stories of heroism and daring missions
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence: Local guide exploration of the beautiful provincial town featuring the mighty castle that dominates the town and the Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour, with leisure time included
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral of St. Vincent Grignan de Provence Grignan Castle Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour Avignon 
- Day 6
Avignon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Exclusive classical concert at the Palais des Papes with accompanied dinner in the banquet hall (Scenic Enrich experience))
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Classical concert at the Palais des Papes with exclusive after-hours access and accompanied dinner in the banquet hall
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including visits to Popes Palace: Guided walk through Avignon visiting historic city walls and the Pope's Palace, the 14th century home of the Papacy and seat of Western Christianity. Note: Cobblestoned streets and numerous palace steps require moderate degree of fitness
- Excursion to Pont du Gard: Guided tour of the ancient Roman aqueduct dating to the middle of the first century, an engineering masterpiece designed to carry water to Nîmes
- Shop with a chef & Scenic Culinaire: Join the Scenic chef to visit the local market, shop for and sample the region's best ingredients, then return to the ship for an interactive cooking demonstration at Scenic Culinaire. Note: Avignon Market is closed on Mondays
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf du Pape: Sample celebrated wines from the Côte du Rhône vineyards at the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, wines once known as the 'Wine of Popes'
- Explore Le Rocher des Doms: Leisurely visit to the scenic overlook 30 metres above the river with excellent city views and a picturesque English-style garden with shady trees, fountains and ponds
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard Châteauneuf du Pape Le Rocher des Doms - Day 7
Arles
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles: Walking tour visiting the heart of Arles to see impressive Roman ruins including Las Arenas, a 20,000-seat arena dating back to 90 AD still in use today, experiencing the vibrant colours and striking light that inspired many artists
- Les Baux & olive farm visit: Visit an olive farm in the Alpilles region to see olive oil production and taste fine products, then tour the medieval city of Le Baux with charming cobblestone streets and 11th century castle
- Following Vincent – Van Gogh's Arles: Walking tour tracing van Gogh's artistic journey through resplendent streets and historic sites that inspired his most famous works during his 15 months in this Provençal town
- Discovery of lavender – from field to perfume: Visit a local organic farm specialising in essential oil production from lavender, thyme, rosemary and other herbs (typically available late June to mid-August). Learn health benefits, the essential oil extraction process, and create your own natural fragrant lavender mist made with organic essential oil
Landmarks Arles Las Arenas Les Baux de Provence Alpilles Region - Day 8
Tarascon to Marseille
- Meals
- Breakfast (Farewell breakfast)
Landmarks Tarascon Marseille 
