Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Northbound)

Your vacation in France begins with two overnights on the French Riviera. Relax along the remarkably blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea before your French river cruise. Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! A Certified Sommelier will accompany you on your river cruise in France with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.

Embark your Avalon Suite Ship® in Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and for its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater, which hosts plays and concerts to this day. On a guided tour of historic Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest Gothic fortress in the world—and take a guided tour to Châteauneuf du Pape. Take a guided walk through Tournon, beautifully nestled among vineyards and a medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Sail to Mâcon for an excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar. Visit Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital which sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Then take a guided tour to Beaujolais, where you will have the opportunity to taste local wines.

About Certified Sommeliers
Seldom do travelers get the chance to learn about wines from certified experts in the field! Avalon invites you to sail in the company of a certified sommelier who shares elite experience, unsurpassed knowledge, and personal passion for wines on board your ship. We are honored to offer our guests the expertise of certified sommeliers who join select cruises to share their insights and inspiration in all things wine. Truly exclusive experiences for wine lovers!