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This picturesque River CruiseTour captures the multifaceted soul of France. You'll spend three days in the "City of Light"—ample time to absorb its cosmopolitan atmosphere and discover the highlights of French history and culture. And, as you cruise the Saone and Rhone rivers, you'll pass bountiful vineyards, walk in Van Gogh's footsteps, sample France's renowned regional gastronomy, and more. Plus, on an optional three-night extension, you can delve into the rich history of Normandy, from William the Conqueror to World War II. Or you can deepen your exploration of the French Riviera with a three-night extension in glittering Nice.

Summary Itinerary

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Day

1 Fly U.S./Paris, France
Land Tour: Paris 2-4 Paris, France : Hotel Le Méridien Montparnasse or similar
Meals: 2B
Cruise schedule 5 Paris/Beaune/Macon/Embark Ship : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1D
6 Macon/Trevoux/Lyon : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
7 Lyon : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
8 Lyon/Tournon : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
9 Tournon/Viviers/Roquemaure : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
10 Avignon : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
11 Arles : M/S Chardonnay or M/S Provence
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
Land Tour: Nice (Cote d'Azur) 12 Arles/Nice : Hotel Ellington or similar
Meals: 1B
13 Nice/Depart for U.S.
Meals: 1B