Cruising Burgundy & Provence to the Cote d'Azur (2012)

Paris • Lyon • Avignon • Arles • Nice
  • 12 days
  • from only:
  • $2495
  • $208 per day
    River Cruise Only
  • 13 days
  • from only:
  • $3145
  • $242 per dayIncludes international airfare and government taxes
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  • As you discover France aboard your private river cruiser, dock in quaint ports such as Tournon, where you'll enjoy a Home-Hosted Visit with a local family.
  • On an included walking tour of Arles, discover the charming city’s narrow streets and historic, stone buildings.
  • Erected in 1185, the Pont d'Avignon was swept away by floods in the 17th century, but four pristine arches from the original structure remain.
  • Discover Arles' Place du Forum, the subject of one of Van Gogh's most celebrated paintings, Cafe Terrace at Night.
  • Explore Lyon, one of France's culinary and cultural hubs, during an included tour with your resident expert Program Director.

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Learn about how Grand Circle offers the best value for solo travelers, including reduced Single Supplements on this river cruise.

Single Supplement now $645 for all 2012 departures

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Traveling Solo to France

At Grand Circle, we recognize the challenge solo travelers face from the additional cost of Single Supplements. That’s why we’re proud to offer reduced Single Supplements on this river cruise and FREE Single Supplements on all extensions.

Single Supplements:
Cruising Burgundy & Provence to the Cote d’Azur: $645
Paris, France: FREE
Nice, France : FREE

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Compare our value for solo travelers with the competition, and you’ll find that you save $500-$5000 per person with Grand Circle. And if you can find a lower solo traveler price on any comparable international trip for Americans, we’ll match that price and deduct $500 from the cost of your vacation.

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From new solo savings on our River Cruises and more single space on Land Tours in 2012, to our FREE Travel Companions online community and Roommate Matching Service, see why Grand Circle is the leader in Solo Friendly Travel.

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Trip at a Glance


Come experience the glittering lights of Paris, the capital of romance, then cruise through the French countryside aboard one of Grand Circle’s private French river cruisers—which offer a more intimate cruising experience, with a maximum of just 46 American travelers. As you cruise, discover the lovely landscapes and enchanting villages that inspired the great artists of the 19th and 20th centuries, along with gently sloping hills and vineyards that sustain one of the greatest wine industries in the world. On this European River Cruise vacation, you’ll visit ornate papal palaces, Gothic cathedrals, medieval fortifications, and ancient Roman ruins—as well as the glittering Cote d’Azur, with its golden sands and opulent casinos.

Just Announced—Prices Reduced: SAVE up to $1200 per couple on 2012 departures. Prices on the website reflect savings and apply to new reservations only.

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Pre-Trip Option: Paris, France 3 nights from only $695
Post-Trip Option: Nice, France 3 nights from only $645
Day Destination Arrive Depart Day Highlights
1   Fly U.S./Paris, France
2   Paris
3   Paris Included: Paris
Optional Tours:
4   Paris Optional Tours:
5   Macon
Embark pm
Included: Beaune
6   Macon
Trevoux
Lyon

1:30pm
11pm
10:30am
6pm
Included: Macon, Beaujolais Tour & Winetasting
7   Lyon Included: Lyon
8   Lyon
Tournon

6:30pm
11am Home-Hosted Dinner
9   Tournon
Viviers

1:30pm
7:30am
5:30pm
Included: Viviers
10   Avignon 9:30am Included: Avignon
Optional Tour:
11   Avignon
Arles

9am
6am Included: Arles
Optional Tour:
12   Arles/Nice
Disembark am; transfer to Nice
13   Fly Nice/U.S.