Cruising,River Cruising
Today, make your own way to the port to board the ship for your Colours of Provence cruise. Meals: Dinner
Discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourvière Hill, which is part of the city’s historic region that is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the 19th Century Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Afterwards, continue to the Old Town of Lyon, followed by a guided walk through the St. Jean District where you will be introduced to the city’s unique covered walkways, known as 'Traboules'. Alternately, indulge in rich cheeses, fresh breads and charcuterie in Les Halles Market or join a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. Later in the day, enjoy free time in Lyon. Pop into an outdoor café for an authentic French meal or visit one of the city’s many amazing museums. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Travel to the Beaujolais wine region, known as the Pays d’Or or 'land of the golden stones'. Indulge in a wine tasting at a traditional winery and learn about the history and techniques of their vineyard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Situated between the wine regions of Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône lies Vienne with a Roman past that can be seen in its marvellously preserved ruins. Follow the footsteps of the Ancient Romans on a walking tour to see the amazingly well preserved Augustus and Livia Temple, the Saint Maurice Cathedral, a Gothic Church that took more than 500 years to build and St. Pierre Abbey, which is one of the oldest surviving Churches in France and now an Archaeological Museum. For those wishing to be more active, you can either take a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet or a guided bike tour along a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a steam train ride past magnificent landscape carved along the Gorge du Doux, stopping at the charming little station of Colombier le Vieux-Saint Barthélemy le Plain, where the train manoeuvres in preparation for its return journey. Alternatively, lovers of wine and chocolate will want to visit Le Château de Tournon for a presentation and tasting on the pairing of red wine and chocolate. For a more active adventure, take a hike through the vineyards of Tain l’Hermitage, followed by a visit to a local winery where you will sample some of the wines. Later, stroll through the city accompanied by a guide in Renaissance attire as former 'residents' in period costumes re-enact events and legends of centuries gone by. This special historical tour is sure to bring a smile to your lips, or perhaps send shivers down your spine! Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depending on your interests, you have three choices of excursions for the morning. Avignon, aptly named the 'City of Popes', was the centre of the Catholic Church in the 14th Century when its 'Palais des Papes' was the equivalent of today’s Vatican. Discover the history of Avignon on a guided walking tour that includes the Papal Palace and the well preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic centre of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including Macarons, cheese and wine and tapenades or you can enjoy a bike tour. During the afternoon, you can go to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the impressive Pont du Gard, a Roman Aqueduct that is a masterpiece of ancient engineering. Alternately, you can go to the magnificent hilltop village, Grignan, where you will go in search of the highly prized 'Black Diamond' truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Considered one of the most beautiful cities in France, Arles enchants all with its tantalising history, formerly a Roman centre of trade. In the morning, venture to Les Baux de Provence, a hilltop village and ruined Castle. Enjoy time in the 'old village', its shops, art galleries and cafés interspersed among the historic ruins. Later in the day, join a guided walking tour where you will visit the Roman ruins of Arles such as its Roman Amphitheatre and the Church of Saint Trophime, famous for its Romanesque architecture. Alternatively, you can enjoy a bike ride along the Rhône, through town to the Langlois Bridge, a famous subject from several Vincent Van Gogh paintings. For those who wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, bid farewell to Arles and prepare for your onward journey or return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (aw)
