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A Taste of France: Burgundy & Provence Riverboat Cruise

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles

A Taste of France: Burgundy & Provence Riverboat Cruise

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles

A Taste of France: Burgundy & Provence Riverboat Cruise

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles

A Taste of France Burgundy & Provence Riverboat Cruise

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles

A Taste of France: Burgundy & Provence Riverboat Cruise

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles


A Culinary Journey To Remember 
Prepare to experience the ultimate taste of France on Olivia’s Burgundy and Provence Riverboat Cruise, where each destination will bring you unique sensory experiences and opportunities to develop your palate! You’ll have unforgettable gastronomic encounters with fine winemaking, “true” chocolate, and regional specialties- culinary adventures in every port! All of this, and evenings of Olivia entertainment and new friends, paired with your favorite regional wines. A delicious dream.

With Avalon Choice® inclusions, you can select the experiences that are perfect for your preference and pace. From Classic to Active to Discovery experiences, there is something for everyone. 

Begin in the culinary capital of France—Lyon—where you can choose a culinary walk to discover architecture and local specialties or take a cooking class. Embark on a kayak excursion or simply linger in a sidewalk café; stroll Avignon’s Pope’s palace or attend a wine tasting in an underground cave. With so many included choices, you’ll find the perfect way to spend your day—from a ghost tour in Viviers to a guided bike ride through the Gard region, to a chocolate factory tour.

Take a painting workshop in Arles—in the style of Van Gogh. Visit an oyster farm or ride a bike through Camargue Regional Nature Park to spot flamingos. You’ll have the classic sightseeing and relaxing activities in each destination, along with your choice of included arts, culture, and cuisine excursions.

Lyon • Tain L'Hermitage / Tournon • Viviers – Lock Bollene • Avignon • Arles • Port-Saint-Louis • Arles


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Avalon Waterways Awards & Accolades

Voted Best in European River
—Cruise Critic
Voted Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions
—Cruise Critic
Voted Best River Cruise Line Cabins
—Cruise Critic


Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Aug 27 - Sep 3, 2024

Aerial view of Lyon and French cityscape

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Included sightseeing tours in Lyon, Tournon, Tain L’Hermitage/Tournon, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, and Port-Saint-Louis
  • Accommodations for 8 days/7 nights on Avalon’s ms Poetry II in Comfort Collection beds with Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
  • All meals and snacks while on board, with a French cheese and French cuisine option each evening
  • Wines from France’s most famous wine regions, beer or soft drinks with lunches and dinners, and complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast
  • Coffee, tea, and juices during meals
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, and teas throughout the day
  • Cookies and fresh fruit available throughout the day
  • Complimentary filtered water replenished in reusable glass containers in room daily
  • Complimentary wifi on board
  • Complimentary bicycles available for time on shore
  • Complimentary Nordic walking sticks
  • Gratuities to ship crew and Avalon cruise director
  • Gratuities to your tour guide and bus driver
  • Olivia entertainment and programming, as well as local entertainment
  • Local entertainment and commentaries while cruising, and historic talks by local experts and Avalon Cruise Director
  • Group bus transfer from the ship in Arles to Marseilles Airport for guests with flights departing after 10:30 am on September 3, 2024
  • Team Olivia assistance throughout

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Airfare to Lyon and from Marseille
  • Optional excursions (they do not conflict with included tours)
  • Wine tastings
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (except where indicated)
  • Laundry services
  • Phone/fax
  • Travel insurance & personal incidentals


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Our Travel Consultants can be reached at USA or Canada: 800.631.6277 or International 415.962.5700, option 1.


Payment Plans Available

Olivia is happy to offer a 6-month interest free payment plan (20% deposit and 5 installments) and accepts VISA, MasterCard and Discover.

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