DA​Y 1

EMBARK IN LYON

Today you get the first peek at the beautiful AmaKristina, which will be your home-away-from-home for the next 7 nights as we sail along the Rhône River! This evening, enjoy a special welcome reception hosted by AmaWaterways.

DA​Y 2

EXPLORE LYON

Choose one of the following experiences:

City Tour

Les Halles Market Tour

Lyon Bike Tour

Explore Lyon from the historic Fourvière Hill to its charming old town and the distinctive covered walkways called "traboules."

Alternately, indulge in rich cheeses, fresh breads and charcuterie in Les Halles Market

Join a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind.

DA​Y 3

BEAUJOLAIS TASTING

Travel to the Beaujolais wine region—known as the Pays d’Or or “land of the golden stones.” Indulge in a wine tasting at a traditional winery and learn about the history and techniques of their vineyard.

DA​Y 4

EXPLORE VIENNE

Choose one of the following experiences:

Walking Tour

Mount Pipet Hike

ViaRhôna Bike Tour

Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans, visiting well-preserved sites like the Augustus and Livia Temple, Saint Maurice Cathedral, and St. Pierre Abbey.

Take a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet

Take a guided bike tour along a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route.

DA​Y 5

EXPLORE TOURNON

Choose one of the following experiences:

Steam Train Ride

Wine + Chocolate Tasting

Hike + Wine Tasting

Take a steam train ride past magnificent landscapes carved along the Gorge du Doux,.

Lovers of wine and chocolate will want to visit Le Château de Tournon for a presentation and tasting on the pairing of red wine and chocolate.

Take a hike through the vineyards of Tain l’Hermitage, followed by a visit to a local winery where you’ll sample some of the wines.

DA​Y 6

EXPLORE AVIGNON: MORNING TOURS

Choose one of the following experiences:

Walking Tour

Tastes of Avignon

Bike Tour

Explore Avignon, including the Papal Palace and well-preserved medieval walls around the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades

Enjoy a bike tour through Avignon.

DAY 6​, CONTINUED

EXPLORE AVIGNON: AFTERNOON TOURS

Choose one of the following experiences:

Pont du Gard

Truffle Farm Visit

Visit another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the impressive Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct that is a masterpiece of ancient engineering.

Visit the hilltop village of Grignan, where you will go in search of “Black Diamond” truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion.

DAY 7​

LES BAUX DE PROVENCE

In the morning, venture to Les Baux de Provence, a hilltop village and ruined castle. Enjoy time in the “old village,” its shops, art galleries, and cafes interspersed among the historic ruins. You will also have a unique experience at the Carrières de Lumières, where you will be treated to a spectacular presentation of art, sound, and history projected on the walls of a former limestone quarry set to music. Next, visit an olive farm to learn about this age-old Provençal tradition and enjoy a tasting. Finally, experience the beauty of Saint Rémy de Provence, the location where Van Gogh painted some of his most famous paintings, including Starry Night.

DAY 7​, CONTINUED

EXPLORE ARLES: AFTERNOON TOURS

Choose one of the following experiences:

Walking Tour

Bike Tour

Van Gogh Tour

Visit the Roman ruins of Arles such as its Roman Amphitheater and the Church of Saint Trophime, famous for its Romanesque architecture.

Enjoy a bike ride along the Rhône, through town to the Langlois Bridge, a famous subject from several Vincent Van Gogh paintings.

Join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy.

DA​Y 8

DISEMBARK

Today you bid farewell to beautiful Provence and will take a transfer to the airport for your return flight home.