Itinerary
- Day 1
Lyon
LyonOptional Activities
- Explore Lyon city at leisure
Landmarks Lyon 
- Day 2
Lyon to Mâcon
Lyon to Mâcon- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon in Crystal Dining featuring authentic regional French dishes)
Included Activities
- Cruise on Saône River
- Dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region: Drive through rolling hills and sample wines with a local vintner
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration: Interactive cooking demonstration featuring classic French dishes at a Michelin-star restaurant in Vonnas
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey: Tour the medieval town and visit the Benedictine Abbey, once the largest Christian building in the world
- Berzé-le-Châtel Castle: Explore the medieval fortress with 13 towers, ramparts, fortified walls, and gardens
Landmarks Cluny Abbey Château de Berzé-le-Châtel Vonnas Beaujolais Wine Region - Day 3
Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Chalon-sur-Saône to TournusIncluded Activities
- Cruise on Saône River
Optional Activities
- Beaune & Its Hospice - Heritage Journey: Travel through vineyard-lined hills to Beaune and visit the Hôtel-Dieu with its Gothic architecture and colourful tiled roofs
- Capital of Burgundy Wines - Tour & Tasting: Stroll medieval streets and visit a renowned underground wine cellar for guided tasting of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Landmarks Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune) Beaune - Day 4
Tournus to Lyon
Tournus to LyonIncluded Activities
- Cruise to Lyon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin: Guided tour of the 1606 castle with gilded rooms, moat, water features, and 10+ hectares of manicured gardens
- Truffle tasting: Meet a local truffle farmer and taste truffle butter and chocolate mousse with truffles
- Tour of Tournus: Stroll through narrow streets to see the 18th-century Hôtel-Dieu hospital and 12th-century Saint-Philibert Abbey
- From oak tree to barrel: Cooperage demonstration on board showing the ancient art of barrel-making for wine and spirits
Landmarks Château de Cormatin Hôtel-Dieu de Tournus Saint-Philibert Abbey - Day 5
Lyon
LyonIncluded Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Acapella choir performance at Chapelle de la Trinité
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon: Explore hidden traboules and secret passageways dating to the fourth century, visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame of Fourvière for views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouge: Visit medieval walled village atop a hill with vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways, and a market square with centuries-old lime tree. High degree of fitness recommended due to uneven surfaces and significant walking up and down hill
- Silk painting workshop: Learn about Lyon's 500-year silk production heritage and the history and process of silk painting
Landmarks Basilica of Notre-Dame of Fourvière Chapelle de la Trinité Pérouge - Day 6
Lyon to Tournon
Lyon to Tournon- Meals
- Dinner (Exquisite dessert buffet with artistry of a local pastry chef featuring classic French cakes, beautifully displayed desserts paired with fine coffee or dessert wine)
Included Activities
- Cruise to Tournon
- Exquisite dessert buffet prepared by local pastry chef
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon: Explore the town on foot, visit the castle built between the 10th and 16th centuries. Optional: cross France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage with its prestigious Valrhona chocolatiers
- Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon: Hike through sloping vineyards overlooking the Rhône River, learn about local wine production and taste wines of the region
- Biking along the Rhône: Cycle the picturesque banks of the Rhône River past charming villages and spectacular scenery to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage Valrhona Chocolate Producer Glun - Day 7
Viviers
ViviersIncluded Activities
- Cruise to Avignon
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers: Explore the town with a local guide, admire monuments and architectural treasures including the Cathedral of St. Vincent, enjoy free time to explore at leisure
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum: Explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins, visit the Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum, the world's largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence: Guided exploration of this beautiful provincial town, see the mighty castle and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour, free time to explore
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum Ardèche Nature Park Grignan Castle Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour - Day 8
Avignon
Avignon- Meals
- Dinner (Exclusive gala dinner and classical concert at Palais des Papes in the Grand Tinel room after hours, featuring famous classical pieces in the palace's grandiose setting)
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Classical concert and gala dinner at Palais des Papes
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including visit to the Popes Palace: Guided walk through Avignon visiting historic city walls and Pope's Palace (former seat of Western Christianity in 14th century). Moderate degree of fitness required for cobblestoned streets and numerous steps
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire: Visit local market with Scenic chef to shop for and sample regional ingredients, return to ship for interactive cooking demonstration. Avignon Market closed on Mondays
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénancque Abbey: Visit Gordes (one of France's most beautiful villages), visit picturesque Sénancque Abbey
- Explore Avignon at leisure: Walk up Le Rocher des Doms for excellent views over the city and a pretty English-style garden with shady trees, fountains and ponds (30 metres above river)
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Le Rocher des Doms Gordes Sénancque Abbey Carrières des Lumières 
- Day 9
Avignon to Arles
Avignon to ArlesIncluded Activities
- Cruise to Arles
Optional Activities
- 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
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Sample region's most celebrated wines in the village known for centuries of wine production
- Lavender Museum with visit to the village of Roussillon: Guided tour of Roussillon (one of France's Most Beautiful Villages), visit local lavender producer to learn how lavender is grown, harvested, and utilized in South of France
Landmarks Pont du Gard Châteauneuf-du-Pape Roussillon - Day 10
Arles
ArlesOptional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles: Walking tour visiting the ancient Roman amphitheatre Arènes d'Arles (20,000-seat arena built in 90 AD still in use today), experience vibrant colours and striking quality of light that inspired many artists
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières des Lumières: Journey to the stunning medieval village of Les Baux, visit the 7,000 square-metre former quarry now hosting an immersive visual and musical installation highlighting works of notable artists
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill: Visit local farm to learn techniques of olive oil production and hear about life in the region plus traditional Provençal recipes
- Following Vincent – Van Gogh's Arles: Walking tour tracing Van Gogh's journey through streets and historic sites that inspired his famous works during his 15 months in this Provençal town
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux - Day 11
Tarascon to Marseille
Tarascon to Marseille
