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River Cruises on the Saône

Treasures of Southern France

Paris to Nice

From $6,795 / 14 Days

Indulge in a 14-day journey where you will be enchanted by Paris, sail through the famed region of Burgundy and the lavender fields of Provence and visit cities like Lyon, Vienne, Arles and Avignon. Plus, relax on the famous beaches of the Côte d’Azur. C'est merveilleux!

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Portraits of Southern France

Chalon to Avignon

From $3,595 / 8 Days

Sail along France’s scenic Saône and Rhône Rivers past some of the most beautiful vistas the French countryside has to offer. During your 8-day journey, explore the famed region of Burgundy and the lavender fields of Provence. Visit Gallo-Roman ruins, walk cobbled streets and visit the historic Papal Palace in Avignon. Learn about the region’s time-honoured winemaking traditions, sample Burgundy varietals and try the world-famous regional cuisine in Lyon.

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Grand Tour of France

Nice to Normandy

From $7,245 / 18 Days

NEW! Explore romantic Paris, sail along the Seine to Normandy and back again. Cruise through Burgundy and Provence, drinking in the colors, cuisine and wines of France’s glorious southern regions. Plus, take a few days to explore the legendary Cote d’Azur.

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France’s Finest

Paris to Avignon

From $5,895 / 15 Days

Join two popular itineraries to create a 15-day river cruise that offers the ultimate journey through France. Begin in France’s legendary capital of Paris, then travel along the Seine through the Norman countryside to the historic Normandy beaches before returning to Paris. Transfer to Chalon-sur-Saône to embark on the second half of your grand tour of France, finding artistic inspiration in the colors and sunlight of Burgundy and Provence.