Be among the select few to sail through Burgundy and Provence on this Exclusive River Cruise with Judith Coates and Wired for Travel in November, 2024
Photo: The Avignon Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Take a delightful river cruise through France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Take in the beautiful countryside, quaint villages and towns, as you sail through the most captivating views of France.
A Master of Wine will accompany you on your French river cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® on the Saône in Chalon-sur-Saône, and cruise to Tournus for an excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar. Visit Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, founded by the Romans in 43 BC, which sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. See the popular Place des Terreaux with its lively cafés and monuments and stand in front of the famous fountain you’ve seen on postcards. Take a culinary walk and enjoy a tour of Beaujolais, the famous wine of the region. Beautifully nestled among vineyards, you’ll find the city of Tournon, a medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Enjoy a guided walk with a wine-and-chocolate tasting or a walk in the vineyards. Continue your river cruise to historical Avignon and see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest Gothic fortress in the world – and take a guided tour to Châteauneuf du Pape. On the Rhône River sits Arles, France—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater, which hosts plays and concerts to this day.
About Masters of Wine
Seldom do travelers get the chance to learn about wines from a master! Avalon invites you to sail in the company of a Master of Wine (MW) who shares elite experience, unsurpassed knowledge, and personal passion for wines on board your ship. With only 450 Masters of Wine in the world, Avalon Waterways is honored to welcome a Master of Wine on board our Wine-Lovers cruises to share their rigorous training and prestigious expertise recognized globally across the wine industry. A truly exclusive experience for wine lovers!
Not a wine-lover? No problem! Avalon has many other options for you to choose from, whether it's learning about the art from the region, participating in a historical walking tour, experiencing a cooking class or taking a leisurely bike ride along the river.
Photo by Maël BALLAND on Unsplash
| Judith has over 25 years of experience in the Travel Industry and loves to immerse herself in different cultures. She has travelled to France extensively, including the regions of Burgundy & Provence. She can't wait to go back to buy more Herbs de Provence, sample the Chardonnay and see the Pont d'Avignon! She's especially looking forward to being on this cruise with some very talented artists, as well as a Master of Wine - the best way to enjoy Burgundy & Provence! |
