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A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera & 2 Nights in Paris (Northbound) 2027

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From French Riviera to Paris
4.6
234 traveler reviews
  • Drone view of Arles featuring the Roman amphitheatre, ancient theatre and Rhône river bend.
  • Aerial view of Avignon with Pont Saint-Bénézet spanning the Rhône and medieval Palais des Papes complex.
  • Rooftop panorama of the medieval village of Viviers set amid rolling green hills under scattered clouds.
  • Colorful riverside façades and twin spires of Saint-Pierre church along the Saône in Mâcon.
  • Colorful hillside view of Lyon’s old quarter with church spire and Basilica of Fourvière above the Rhône.
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  • Wide panoramic view over Lyon’s rooftops, river and distant horizon beneath scattered clouds.
  • Iconic Eiffel Tower rising over fountains and gardens at sunset with golden sky in Paris.
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Avalon Waterways
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    French Riviera

    Landmarks
    French Riviera
  2. Day 2

    Nice

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing in Nice - discover Vieux Nice with its narrow streets and baroque churches
    Landmarks
    Vieux Nice
  3. Day 3

    French Riviera - Aix-en-Provence - Arles

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Motorcoach transfer to board Avalon Suite Ship
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour in Aix-en-Provence - discover Cezanne's hometown
    Landmarks
    Aix-en-Provence
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Arles

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Activity - Power Walk in Arles with Adventure Host
    • Choice of Activity - Painting Workshop learning van Gogh techniques
    • Choice of Activity - Local farm visit with olive oil tasting
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Walking Tour of Arles with Roman Amphitheater visit
    Landmarks
    Roman Amphitheater
    Boulevard des Lices
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Avignon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Activity - Discover Avignon by bike with Adventure Host
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Walk through Les Halles market with interactive French cooking class
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Sightseeing Tour of Avignon with Palace of the Popes visit

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion - Visit to Pont du Gard ancient Roman aqueduct
    • Guided Optional Excursion - Visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine cellars
    Landmarks
    Palace of the Popes
    Pont Saint-Bénézet
    Les Halles market
    Pont du Gard
    Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  6. Day 6

    Viviers

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Crepes demonstration hosted by French chef on board
    • Choice of Activity - Power Walk to Viviers hilltop Cathedral with Adventure Host
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Walk through Viviers Old Town with included local culinary tasting
    Landmarks
    Viviers Cathedral
    Viviers Old Town
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Tain l'Hermitage - Tournon - Mâcon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (French cuisine tasting dinner with wine pairing)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Activity - Morning hike in Tournon with Adventure Host
    • Choice of Activity - Valrhona Chocolate Factory and Museum tour
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Walking Tour of Tournon with 16th-century castle
    • French cuisine tasting dinner with wine pairing led by Certified Sommelier
    Landmarks
    Tournon
    Valrhona Chocolate Factory and Museum
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Mâcon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Unique dinner inspired by legendary chef Paul Bocuse)

    Included Activities

    • Wine tasting experience in Mâconnais region medieval castle cellars
    • Cheese tasting on board while sailing to Lyon
    • Unique dinner inspired by legendary chef Paul Bocuse
    Landmarks
    Mâconnais wine region
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  9. Day 9

    Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Activity - Discover Lyon's architectural district by bike with Adventure Host
    • Choice of Activity - Culinary Walk through Lyon
    • Choice of Activity - Guided Sightseeing Tour from Fourvière Hill with Old Town exploration
    Landmarks
    Fourvière Hill
    Lyon Old Town
  10. Day 10

    Lyon - Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • TGV train from Lyon to Paris
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  11. Day 11

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Activity - Guided Walk through Paris ancient heart with Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, Île de la Cité, Left Bank and Latin Quarter
    • Choice of Activity - Guided City Tour of iconic Paris sites
    Landmarks
    Palais-Royal
    Louvre
    Île de la Cité
    Left Bank
    Latin Quarter
    Champs-Élysées
    Basilica of the Sacré Cœur
  12. Day 12

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast

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    July 28th, 2024
    ship was excellent, food and drinks were great, adventures perfectly organized,all crew members were extremely...
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    April 30th, 2024
    Great service, good guides, excellent food

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