Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Lyon
LyonOptional Activities
- Explore Lyon city at leisure
- Day 2
Lyon to Macon
Lyon to Macon- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive dinner on board in Crystal Dining prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon featuring authentic French gastronomy)
Included Activities
- Cruise on Saône River to Macon
- Dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region - Drive through rolling hills and meet a local vintner to learn wine production and sample regional wines
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration - Visit Vonnas to learn about the village and attend an interactive cooking demonstration at Michelin-star chef George Blanc's restaurant featuring classic French dishes
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey - Tour the medieval town of Cluny and visit the famous Benedictine Abbey, once the largest Christian building in the world
- Berzé-le-Châtel Castle - Explore the magnificent medieval fortress with its thirteen towers, ramparts, fortified walls and gardens
Landmarks Cluny Abbey Château de Berzé-le-Châtel - Day 3
Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Chalon-sur-Saône to TournusIncluded Activities
- Cruise on Saône River to Tournus
Optional Activities
- Beaune & Its Hospice - Travel through vineyard-lined Burgundy hills to the beautiful town of Beaune and visit the iconic 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune) with its flamboyant Gothic architecture and colourful tiled roofs
- Capital of Burgundy Wines - Tour & Tasting - Stroll medieval streets of Beaune, visit a renowned wine cellar, and enjoy a guided tasting of elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Landmarks Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune) - Day 4
Tournus to Lyon
Tournus to LyonIncluded Activities
- Cruise on Saône River to Lyon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin - Transfer by coach to the historic castle built in 1606, tour the gilded rooms, moat, water features and more than 10 hectares of manicured gardens
- Truffle tasting - Meet a local truffle farmer and his hound to learn truffle farming, then taste truffle butter and chocolate mousse with truffles
- Tour of Tournus - Stroll picturesque narrow streets lined with pastel-coloured buildings, visit the 18th-century Hôtel-Dieu and the 12th-century Saint-Philibert Abbey
- From oak tree to barrel - On board cooperage demonstration to learn the ancient art of barrel-making and its role in wine and spirit production
Landmarks Château de Cormatin Saint-Philibert Abbey - Day 5
Lyon
LyonIncluded Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Choral concert at Chapelle de la Trinite
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon - Traverse historic traboules and secret passageways dating back to the fourth century, then visit the Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière for fabulous views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouge - Visit this beautifully preserved medieval walled village perched on a hill overlooking the Ain River, featuring vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and a market square around a centuries-old lime tree. Note: Recommended only for guests with a high degree of fitness due to uneven surfaces and significant uphill/downhill walking
- Silk painting workshop - Learn about Lyon's five-century heritage of silk production and the history and process of silk painting
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière Chapelle de la Trinite Pérouge - Day 6
Lyon to Tournon
Lyon to Tournon- Meals
- Dessert (Exquisite dessert buffet created by a local pastry chef featuring beautifully displayed French cakes paired with fine coffee or dessert wine)
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet on board with local pastry chef creations
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon - Explore the town on foot, learn its fascinating history, visit the castle built between 10th-16th centuries, with free time to possibly cross France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage to visit Valrhona chocolatiers
- Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon - Hike through sloping vineyards overlooking the Rhône River, learn about local wine production and taste regional wines
- Biking along the Rhône - Cycle the picturesque banks of the Rhône River past charming villages and spectacular scenery to the nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle - Day 7
Tournon to Viviers
Tournon to ViviersIncluded Activities
- Cruise on Rhône River to Avignon
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers - Explore Viviers on foot with a local guide, admire monuments and architectural treasures including the Cathedral of St. Vincent, then enjoy free time
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - Explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins of the sprawling park, then visit the Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum, the largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica in the world
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence - Join a local guide to explore this beautiful provincial town, see the mighty castle and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour, with leisure time afterwards
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Caverne du Pont-d'Arc - Day 8
Avignon
Avignon- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive gala dinner at the Palais des Papes in the Grand Tinel room)
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Classical concert and gala dinner at the Palais des Papes
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including visit to the Popes Palace - Guided walk through Avignon visiting historic city walls and the Pope's Palace, seat of Western Christianity in the 14th century. Note: Moderate degree of fitness required due to cobblestoned streets and numerous steps
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire - Join the Scenic chef to visit the local market to shop for and sample the best regional ingredients, then return to the ship for an interactive cooking demonstration. Note: Avignon Market is closed on Mondays
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey - Visit Gordes, one of France's most beautiful villages with stone buildings spiraling around the rock, then visit the picturesque Sénanque Abbey
- Leisure exploration of Avignon - Explore Avignon at your own pace, potentially walking up Le Rocher des Doms for excellent views over the city and a pretty English-style garden
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Le Rocher des Doms Gordes Sénanque Abbey 
- Day 9
Avignon to Arles
Avignon to ArlesIncluded Activities
- Cruise on Rhône River to Arles
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Pont Du Gard - Visit the ancient Roman aqueduct on a guided tour, an engineering masterpiece from the middle of the first century designed to carry water to the city of Nîmes
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Sample some of the region's most celebrated wines at the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, known for centuries of wine production
- Lavender Museum with visit to the village of Roussillon - Take a guided tour through Roussillon, one of France's Most Beautiful Villages on the Ochre Trail, then visit a local lavender producer to learn about lavender growing, harvesting and use in South France
Landmarks Pont du Gard Châteauneuf-du-Pape Roussillon - Day 10
Arles
ArlesOptional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles - Walking tour visiting the heart of Arles to see the ancient Roman amphitheatre Arènes d'Arles, a 20,000-seat arena built in 90 AD still in use today, experiencing the vibrant colours and striking light that inspired artists
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières des Lumières - Journey to the stunning medieval village of Les Baux, visit the former quarry now hosting an immersive 7,000 square-metre visual and musical installation highlighting works of notable artists
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill - Visit a local farm to learn olive oil production techniques and hear the owner share their experience of life in this region along with traditional Provençal recipes
- Following Vincent - Van Gogh's Arles - Walking tour tracing Vincent van Gogh's journey through Arles' streets and historic sites that inspired some of his most famous works during his 15 months in the town, experiencing the colours and atmosphere that shaped his genius
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières des Lumières - Day 11
Tarascon to Marseille
Tarascon to Marseille
