Cruise Overview

This fantastic vacation combines two exciting river cruises and showcases the variety that France has to offer—from its scenery to its food and drink! Embark in Paris, heading northwest along the Seine into the picturesque Normandy region. Experience Vincent van Gogh’s Auvers-sur-Oise, Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny, Joan of Arc’s Rouen, dramatic Château Gaillard at Les Andelys, and take an included excursion to the historic Normandy landing beaches or sample creamy camembert cheese and Calvados apple brandy—delicacies for which northern France is famous! Heading south, discover charming cities along the Saône and Rhône Rivers, including fascinating Beaune, Chalon-sur-Saône, Tournus, and Mâcon. Then, on to Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, as well as medieval Tournon, charming Viviers, Avignon, Arles, and the stunning Côte d’Azur.

Cruise: Deluxe 14-night cruise from Paris to Paris and Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Paris: Guided sightseeing Conflans: Choice of guided excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise or Saint-Germaine-en-Laye Vernon: Choice of guided excursion to Giverny or Bizy Castle Rouen: Guided sightseeing, Astronomical Clock, visit the Cathedral; choice of excursion to Normandy landing beaches or “A Taste of Normandy” Les Andelys: Orientation; Château Gaillard Beaune: Orientation walk; Hôtel Dieu Lyon: Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière Hill Tournon: Orientation walk Viviers: Guided walk; visit Old Town and the cathedral Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes Arles: Guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheater Nice: Orientation walk of Old Town Notes: In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach. Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered. Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Buffet breakfast (B) in Côte d’Azur; superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain's reception, and farewell dinner; quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; Complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day Hotels Côte d’Azur Boscolo Plaza, Nice (SF)