Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Lyon
LyonIncluded Activities
- Explore Scenic Sapphire (on board orientation)
Optional Activities
- Explore Lyon's culinary delights on shore
- Day 2
Lyon to Vienne
Lyon to Vienne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman theatre
- Cycling tour of Vienne
Landmarks Roman Theatre of Vienne Vienne Pyramid Temple of Augustus Ile Barlet River Island - Day 3
Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Arles
Châteauneuf-du-Pape - ArlesIncluded Activities
- Cruise to Arles along the Rhône River
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- Chocolate workshop at Chocolaterie Castelain with live demonstration and tasting
- Bike tour along the ViaRhôna and Passerelle de l'Oiselay pedestrian bridge
Landmarks Châteauneuf-du-Pape Passerelle de l'Oiselay Arles - Day 4
Arles - Avignon
Arles - AvignonIncluded Activities
- Cruise from Arles to Avignon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles including Arènes d'Arles Roman amphitheatre
- Visit to Les Baux with Carrières des Lumières immersive visual and musical installation
- Farm visit learning olive oil production and traditional Provençal recipes
- Lavender farm visit with essential oil extraction demonstration and lavender mist creation (seasonal, typically late June to mid-August)
- Van Gogh walking tour tracing the artist's journey through Arles
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières des Lumières Avignon - Day 5
Avignon
Avignon- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive gala dinner with classical concert at Palais des Papes, dining in the very room the Pope used to dine, accompanied by trio of musicians)
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Exclusive gala dinner with classical concert at Palais des Papes
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including Popes Palace visit (requires moderate fitness)
- Guided tour of Pont du Gard ancient Roman aqueduct
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire market visit and interactive cooking demonstration (closed Mondays)
- Excursion to Luberon villages: Gordes and Sénanque Abbey
- Leisure time exploring Le Rocher des Doms scenic viewpoint
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard Gordes Sénanque Abbey Le Rocher des Doms - Day 6
Viviers
ViviersIncluded Activities
- Explore Viviers
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers with local guide
- French Resistance walking tour of Viviers
- WWII history walking tour focusing on Battle of Montélimar
- Ardèche Nature Park exploration with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum visit
- Côtes du Rhône Villages wine tasting tour
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence with castle and Collegiate Church of Holy Saviour
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral of St. Vincent, Viviers Ardèche Nature Park Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum Grignan - Day 7
Tournon
Tournon- Meals
- Dessert (Exquisite dessert buffet with classic French cakes prepared by local pastry chef, paired with fine coffee or dessert wine)
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet with local pastry chef
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon including castle visit
- Cross France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage and visit Valrhona chocolatiers
- Hiking tour through vineyards with wine tasting
- Biking along the Rhône to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage Glun - Day 8
Lyon
Lyon- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Acapella choir concert at Chapelle de la Trinite
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon with traboules, passageways, and Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière
- Excursion to medieval walled village of Pérouges (high fitness level required due to uneven surfaces and uphill/downhill walking)
- Silk painting workshop exploring Lyon's silk production heritage
Landmarks Lyon Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière Pérouges Chapelle de la Trinité - Day 9
Mâcon
Mâcon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Exclusive dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon in Crystal Dining featuring authentic regional dishes of French gastronomy)
Included Activities
- Cooperage demonstration
- Dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey in medieval town
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin with guided castle tour and gardens
- Truffle tasting with local truffle farmer and hound, including truffle butter and chocolate mousse tasting
- Tour of Tournus with Hôtel-Dieu and Saint-Philibert Abbey
Landmarks Mâcon Cluny Cluny Abbey Château de Cormatin Tournus Saint-Philibert Abbey, Tournus - Day 10
Mâcon
Mâcon- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region drive with local vintner meeting and wine sampling
- George Blanc cooking demonstration at his restaurant in Vonnas
- Guided tour of Bourg-en-Bresse with Monastère Royal de Brou museum visit
Landmarks Beaujolais Vonnas Bourg-en-Bresse Monastère Royal de Brou - Day 11
Lyon to London
Lyon to LondonIncluded Activities
- Transfer to London hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore London surroundings at leisure
Landmarks London - Day 12
London
London- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with fellow guests)
Included Activities
- Half-day guided tour of London landmarks including Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace
- Dinner with fellow guests
- West End theatre show
Optional Activities
- Afternoon leisure exploration of London
Landmarks Trafalgar Square Big Ben Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace West End Theatre District - Day 13
London
London- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Kensington Palace including King's and Queen's State Apartments
- Signature afternoon tea experience with fine teas, finger sandwiches, and cakes
Landmarks Kensington Palace - Day 14
London
London- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
