Discover the world-famous Burgundy and Beaujolais wine regions of Provence at the height of the harvest season on this 7-night itinerary. Cruise from historic Lyon, France, along the storied Rhône and Saône rivers, to Arles. Dock in the heart of each port and visit the historical Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune; the medieval Papal Palace of Avignon; the Roman Amphitheater in Arles; the Roman city of Orange; and the ancient Roman Pont du Gard aqueduct. Enjoy an exclusive tour of the Beaujolais wine region’s Château de Montmelas, guided by the current owner, with a specially arranged fortepiano concert and wine tasting. Enhance your experience with the Aix-en-Provence Optional Extension.
*Itinerary operates in the reverse direction on the September 4 departure.
Program Overview
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Day by Day
Day 1
DepartureDay 2
Lyon, France / Embark Amadeus ProvenceDay 3
LyonDay 4
Charlon-Sur-Saône for BeauneDay 5
Mâcon for Cluny / Montmerle-sur‑Saône / TrévouxDay 6
Vienne / TournonDay 7
St-Étienne-des‑Sorts / Orange / Châteauneuf-du‑Pape / AvignonDay 8
Avignon / ArlesDay 9
Arles / Disembark river boat / Marseille / Return to home cityTo see more about day, click on any of the Day by Day buttons
- Exclusively chartered, deluxe small river boat, Amadeus Provence.
- Specially designed, one-of-a-kind itinerary cruising France’s storied Rhône and Saône Rivers during autumn, the height of harvest season.
- One port call daily, often docking in the heart of each charming French city, town or village—all excursions included.
- Visit six UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Exclusive tour of the Beaujolais wine region’s Château de Montmelas, guided by the current owner, with a specially arranged fortepiano concert and wine tasting.
- Walking tours of historic Old Lyon, Avignon, Arles, and Vienne, featuring stops at the iconic Pont d’Avignon, the Roman Amphitheater, the Temple of Augustus, and the medieval Cathédrale de Saint-Maurice.
- Complimentary wine and beer with lunch and dinner aboard the boat.
- Specially arranged educational lectures.
- Aix-en-Provence Optional Extension.
*Itinerary operates in the reverse direction on the September 4 departure.
BONUS SAVINGS! Pay in full at time of booking for additional savings. Bookings made inside 121 days prior to departure are not eligible for this discount. Please call for details.
All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements waived for solo travelers wishing to reserve in categories C! This offer is limited capacity controlled. Once capacity is filled single price goes to 200% of the per person double price and are subject to availability.
Port taxes in the amount of $85 per person are included in the price listed below. Deck plans available upon request.
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Stateroom with small panoramic window. Haydn Deck, mid to aft.
Stateroom with small panoramic window. Haydn Deck, mid to forward.
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Strauss deck, aft. (limited availability).
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Strauss deck, aft and midship. (limited availability).
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Mozart deck, aft and midship. (limited availability).
Suite with private balcony (sliding glass doors with railing), sofa and bathrobes. Mozart Deck, midship.
Stateroom with small panoramic window. Haydn Deck, mid to aft.
Stateroom with small panoramic window. Haydn Deck, mid to forward.
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Strauss deck, aft. (limited availability).
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Strauss deck, aft and midship. (limited availability).
Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height. Strauss deck, aft and midship. (limited availability).
Suite with private balcony (sliding glass doors with railing), sofa and bath roves. Mozart Deck, midship.
Aix-En-Provence Optional Extension
Our 2-day post-cruise extension explores the beautiful, medieval city of Aix-en-Provence—located in the heart of France’s Provençal region—which captures the quintessential élan of all that is Provence. See Atelier Cézanne, the painter's colorful studio just outside Aix, and drive along the colorful, Provençal “Route Cézanne” to the foot of Saint-Victoire Mountain, the artist’s muse for many of his paintings. Stroll the Mazarin district and Old Aix with its mansions on Cours Mirabeau.
Depending on your chosen departure date, optional extensions may be a Pre-Program or Post-Program.
Optional Extensions are available at an additional cost. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation.
Amadeus Provence
Exclusively Chartered, Deluxe River Boat
The elegant and meticulously crafted Amadeus Provence features all the comforts of a refined and traditional hotel. The 70 stylish staterooms and suites are among the most spacious of any European river boat (172 to 284 square feet). Suites include a private balcony, and select staterooms feature a unique floor-to-ceiling window that lowers to French balcony height at the touch of a button.
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