October 2012

Provence, Burgundy, Beaujolais
aboard the m.s. Amadeus Symphony

The source of the river Rhône springs from a stunning glacier in the French Alps, traversing Alpine meadows, nourishing the fabled vineyards of the Rhône Valley, and flowing past Roman ruins, medieval castles, picturesque villages and thriving cities.

This exclusive, uniquely designed itinerary showcases the timeless allure of two neighboring yet distinct regions—the legendary French Alps with beautiful Annecy, seldom visited by Americans, and the world-famous French region featuring Burgundy, Beaujolais and Provence.

We invite you to join us on this comprehensive, nine-day program, where we will first spend three nights in the charming medieval town of Annecy, the jewel of the French Alps, ideally located on the spectacular shores of pristine Lake Annecy. Don’t miss an opportunity to visit nearby Chamonix and travel by cog railway and cable car to see breathtaking Mont Blanc and views of the Swiss, Italian and French Alps. Then transfer through unspoiled countryside of soaring peaks, glacier-carved valleys and pristine lakes, passing rustic chalets and mountain pastures, where farmers, herdsmen and artisans proudly carry on the traditions of their forebears.

The specially crafted transfer to the ship in Chalon-sur-Saône stops in Beaune for a tour of the medieval hospital Hôtel Dieu and lunch. Embark on a five-night cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe m.s. Amadeus Symphony, one of the finest vessels sailing the waterways of Europe. En route, visit five UNESCO World Heritage sites, enjoy a private wine tasting in an authentic Beaujolais château, and explore wonderfully preserved ancient Roman monuments. Exclusive Pre- and Post-Program Options will be offered to Geneva, Switzerland, and Aix-en-Provence, France, respectively, each for two nights and each in deluxe hotels.

Mont Blanc, French Alps

Palace of the Popes, Avignon, France

Amadeus Fleet Vessel