Starting at $2,209 Save $2,000 per couple on the April 11th, 2010 departure
Package Description
See France at its scenic best on this charming getaway. Guided sightseeing acquaints you with vibrant Paris and with Nice, the “Queen of the Riviera,” while a deluxe 7-night cruise along the Saône and Rhône Rivers takes you into the heart of this beautiful country. Enjoy orientation walks in Mâcon and Tournon; a Burgundy wine tasting in medieval Beaune; and see the sights with Local Guides in Avignon, Arles, and Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital. Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about and to taste the sumptuous wines and local cuisine.
Available Dates & Base Rate
Departure Date
Cruise Only
Mar 29
$2769
Apr 11
$3119
Apr 26
$3219
Jun 7
$3419
Jun 21
$3419
Jul 5*
$3319
Aug 2, 16
$3319
Aug 30
$3519
Sep 13
$3519
Sep 27
$3319
Oct 11, 25
$3319
Save $2,000 per couple on the April 11th, 2010 departure
Jul 5 has Jazz Cruise included*
Note: In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
Prices based on double occupancy. Singles slightly higher. Triples not available. Port charges of $98 not included. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck. To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person: Cat. B Sapphire Deck $499, Cat. A Sapphire Deck $549, Cat. P Royal Deck $649, Jr. Suite Royal Deck $1199
7 Nights deluxe river cruise on Avalon Scenery outside stateroom
Transportation:
All transfers
Other Inclusions:
23 Meals (10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners)
Complimentary champagne with breakfast
Unlimited wine & beer with dinners
Evening Entertainment
Shore excursions per itinerary
Services of a cruise director throughout
Guaranteed Departures
Additional Information
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Arles to Chalon-Sursaône in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
More Features: You’ll always visit the key sights and enjoy more inclusions; inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable
Meals: Buffet breakfast in Paris and Nice; superb dining with all meals on board, including a welcome reception, welcome dinner, Captain’s dinner, one sitting with open seating arrangements; quality wines from France’s most famous wine regions with every dinner on board
Superior Hotels: PARIS-Le Méridien Montparnasse (SF), NICE-Boscolo Plaza (SF)
Plus:
Professional Cruise Director on board the ship and during hotel stays
Nightly piano music on board
October 31st departure offers an exclusive Wine Cruise, including special lectures and tastings, available at no additional cost.
November 29th and December 5th departures include special Christmastime features
Private deluxe motorcoach with air-conditioning while on shore excursions
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