14 Day Itinerary
- Day 1 - Welcome to Paris
Highlights:
City of light
Celebrate the start of your France holiday at this evening’s welcome reception and relax at one of our luxurious city central hotels. A world of wonder awaits you. - Day 2 - Chalon-sur-Sa么ne
Highlights:
Welcome reception
Traverse the 脦le de France countryside aboard the TGV train to Dijon. Known worldwide for its famous mustard exports you’ll enjoy an orientation tour and time at leisure before transferring to Chalon-sur-Sa么ne. Your friendly crew await to welcome you on board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship for your journey through France’s iconic south.Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 3 - Chalon-sur-Sa么ne > Tournus
Highlights:
Burgundy region
FreechoiceThis morning explore Beaune, including a visit to Les Hospices de Beaune. Alternatively, visit the estate of Ch芒teau de Savigny-les-Beaune to see the impressive collection of motorcycles, race cars, and fighter planes.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 4 - Tournus > M芒con
Highlights:
Riverside cycling
FreechoiceExperience the magnificent Ch芒teau de Cormatin, boasting beautiful gardens and water features. Alternatively, join the intelligent hounds and their owners in a nearby quaint village to locate and sample French truffles – a gastronomic delicacy. Enjoy leisurely cruising to M芒con this afternoon, or opt for a class in French cuisine in Scenic Culinaire on board. Alternatively, cycle from Tournus to M芒con and meet the ship there.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 5 - M芒con
Highlights:
Beaujolais wine region
You’re sure to love M芒con. Be fascinated by its history and delighted by the surrounding picturesque farming region acclaimed for its five wine appellations and gastronomy.
FreechoiceRetrace the traditional life of the region on your visit to the Bresse Museum, or enjoy wine tasting in the celebrated Beaujolais region. Alternatively, visit Cluny, a village in Burgundy that was constructed around the great Benedictine Abbey.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 6 - Lyon
Highlights:
Enrich Scenic Rouge cabaret
Awake today in Lyon, the gastronomic heart of France.
FreechoiceDiscover Lyon’s historic significance by traversing its hidden traboules – secret passageways that date back to the 4th century, and visit Notre Dame Basilica, offering a fabulous vantage point for views across Lyon. Alternatively, walk the cobblestone paths of yesteryear in the medieval hilltop town of P茅rouges. Or, if you wish, visit the exclusive culinary school of Paul Bocuse and perfect the art of French cuisine before sampling some of the delicious fare (available on selected dates, will be replaced with In Cuisine Lyon when not available, enquire for details).Lyon’s Botanical Gardens and Zoo are perfect for a leisurely bike ride this afternoon. Or you may choose to visit Scenic Culinaire and pick up a trick or two to add to your culinary prowess.
EnrichExperience the French extravaganza that is the can-can amidst other performances when you are treated to the exclusive gala spectacular, Scenic Rouge, under the big-top onshore this evening in Lyon.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 7 - Tournon
Highlights:
Sundowners at Tournon Castle
Cruising from Lyon you’ll have the opportunity to soak in the picturesque riverside panoramas as you glide effortlessly toward Tournon. On arrival in Tournon enjoy a fun lecture on the French paradox and etiquette.
SundownersOverlooking the Rh么ne, Tournon Castle is a must-see for visitors, both for its historic interest and its breathtaking outlook. Enjoy an afternoon aperitif on the terrace of the castle accompanied by local musicians. You’ll find it a great soundtrack to a truly awe-inspiring backdrop.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 8 - Tournon > Viviers
Highlights:
Chocolates and wine
FreechoiceEnjoy a unique wine tasting in the wine cave of Tournon Castle, or join a guided walk of Tain l’Hermitage including a tasting at Valrhona Chocolates. You could also enjoy a group bike ride along the Rh么ne to neighbouring villages, or hike Heritage Hill for a tasting of the delicious varietals of the region amidst the vines.Scenic cruising to Viviers this afternoon.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 9 - Viviers > Ch芒teauneuf-du-Pape
Highlights:
Ard猫che National Park
Enjoy a walking tour of Viviers including an organ recital in the town’s cathedral (entry to church and recital is unavailable when a Mass service is in progress).
FreechoiceExplore the Ard猫che National Park and visit the aromatic Lavender Museum. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can kayak through one of Europe’s largest natural canyons, or drop into the beautiful provincial town of Grignan (Kayaking in the Ardeche canyon is a seasonal option, operating on select departures, enquire for details).Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 10 - Ch芒teauneuf-du-Pape > Avignon
Highlights:
C么tes du Rh么ne
FreechoiceJoin an exclusive cooking class in Scenic Culinaire on board, or sample the celebrated wines of Ch芒teauneuf-du-Pape at a charming C么tes du Rh么ne vineyard.Enjoy picturesque cruising to Avignon this afternoon. Then take a walking tour that includes a visit to the city’s architectural jewel, the Pope’s Palace.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 11 - Avignon
Highlights:
Enrich dinner at Pope’s Palace
FreechoiceShop with a Chef at a local food market and cook up a storm in Scenic Culinaire with your fresh ingredients. Alternatively, drop in to the villages of the Luberon region including Gordes and l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, or take an excursion to Uz猫s and Pont du Gard.Explore Avignon at leisure this afternoon.
EnrichBe treated to a truly unforgettable experience at the prestigious Pope’s Palace of Avignon, among the most visited sites in France. After the doors close to the general public, you’ll be ushered in for an exclusive gala dinner and classical concert in one of the grandiose rooms.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 12 - La Camargue
Highlights:
La Camargue National Park
Choices today include the spectacular La Camargue National Park.
FreechoiceEnhance your French cooking skills by joining a lesson in Scenic Culinaire. Or take in the wild beauty of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and visit the 60 hectare Parc Ornithologique whilst there. You can also choose to visit the fortified Mediterranean village of Aigues-Mortes.This afternoon, relax on the Sun Deck while cruising roundtrip from Tarascon towards the Mediterranean Sea. Tonight, a Camargue gypsy band performs live for your listening pleasure on board.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 13 - Tarascon
Highlights:
Villages of Provence
The riverside town of Tarascon exudes a charming medieval character.
FreechoiceExplore the artistic heritage of Arles, and see the striking Arles Arena, or stop in at the pretty hilltop village of Les Baux before touring a charming family-run olive farm to sample their delicious products in a delightful setting. Alternatively, pay a visit to Saint-R茅my and Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery where Van Gogh was held for a year.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 14 - Tarascon > Marseille Airport
Highlights:
Farewell
All good things end eventually and after enjoying a great breakfast, disembark your Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Marseille or Nice Airport. Please book your flights to depart between 11am and 4pm if flying out of Marseille and after 1pm if flying out of Nice.Meals included: Breakfast
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