Your journey along France's scenic Saone and Rhone Rivers takes you past some of the most beautiful vineyards and vistas in the French countryside. During your 7-night cruise, explore the famed region of Burgundy and the lavender-scented hills of Provence. You visit a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and view early Roman ruins in both Vienne and Arles. Walk the cobbled streets of Arles and see for yourself why it was such an inspiration to Vincent van Gogh. Learn about the region's time-honored traditions in wine-making and indulge your taste buds by sampling the famed cuisine of Lyon. And, of course no trip to Southern France is complete without a visit to the historic Papal Palace in Avignon, City of the Popes.

ALL THIS INCLUDED:

7-night cruise with river-view, outside cabin onboard deluxe Viking Burgundy

6 tours with private, English-speaking guides: Beaune/Burgundy wine tour; Lyon; Vienne; Tournon/Tain L'Hermitage; Avignon; Arles

All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners

Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Captain's Farewell Dinner

Private motorcoach for all coach excursions

Old World Highlights: Port lectures by your knowledgeable Cruise Manager, French wine-making demonstration and French food demonstration

Individual port guides for on-your-own exploring

Payment of all port charges

Onboard currency exchange services

Past Passenger Discount for all returning passengers. Reduced airfare available on request