Are you an oenophile? Gourmand? Art and history buff? Active traveler? If you checked any of those boxes, this trip is for you. If you checked all of them, call me right away!
Imagine tracing Van Gogh’s footsteps in Arles, sailing up the Rhône through the heart of Burgundy while tasting legendary wines and sampling the renowned cuisine of France’s culinary capital, Lyon. Segue seamlessly from the Rhône to the Saône, floating past châteaux, vineyards and medieval towns. You’ll finish your cruise in Dijon, renowned for its eponymous mustard, Burgundian history, and crème de Cassis.
10 Reasons To Sail Through Provence and Burgundy With Me
- Unpack once then enjoy as you travel from point to point along the Saône and the Rhône rivers. You unpack, settle into your stateroom, and relax. You don’t have to drive; you sit back and enjoy the scenery of which there is plenty.
- Dock in the heart of the cities and towns featured on your itinerary. You don’t have to tender or be transported into the center of the action. You are there.
- Enjoy a variety of expert-led excursions that are included with the price of your cruise. Whatever your interests or activity level, there is something for you. Choose from wine tastings, culinary tours, biking and hiking, art and history, and even truffle hunting!
- Bring alive the names from the labels of your favorite wines as you cruise from Provence with its delicate rosés to the inimitable pinot noirs and fabled whites of Burgundy.
- Paris might be the official capital of France, but Lyon is the gastronomic capital. Beyond the Michelin stars, delve into the history of “Les Mères Lyonnaises,” visit the famed Les Halles market, or enjoy a tasting tour of this culinary mecca.
- Be swept away with the architectural and historical splendor that you will witness on this cruise. From the Romanesque abbey in Tournus to magnificent cathedrals and churches gracing the banks of the Rhône and Saône. Châteaux dot the landscape, while the colossal Papal Palace in Avignon stands as a testament to the city’s historical importance.
- Start your trip in Arles, where Van Gogh experienced his most prolific period and produced some of his most famous works. The town is steeped in Roman history with an amphitheater, Romanesque monuments, and a plethora of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Sail with dedicated hosts. Lisa K. Hastings, level 2 sommelier, is cohosting this trip with yours truly. As you may know, I am a former French resident and francophone. Lisa and I are both excited to share our combined knowledge of French wine and the region.
- Pay one price to cover accommodations, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, excursions, onboard entertainment, and beer and wine with meals. Take advantage of AmaWaterways’ amazing airfare specials and enjoy complimentary transfers.
- With all the savings available for this cruise, consider a curated trip extension with three nights in Nice and Monaco pre-cruise, and three in Geneva, Switzerland, post-cruise.
Current specials for this cruise:
- $500 discount per person (double occupancy).
- Pre-paid gratuities worth $125 per person.
- An upgrade to the next category of stateroom.
- $50 per person onboard credit from AmaWaterways.
- $75 per person onboard credit from ILX Travel/Virtuoso.
A deposit of $400 per person is all you need to secure your spot on this spectacular cruise. Discover the full itinerary by clicking on this link. For rates, call me at 772-480-8621 or email jayne@ilxtravel.com.
Jayne Withers 