Destination:
France,
Switzerland,
Duration:
11 days
Style:
Small group,
Travel Period:
May 2027 - September 2027
It’s no secret that the wines and cuisines of France have been regarded among the world’s finest since time immemorial. Nowhere is this legacy of excellence more entrenched than along the banks of the Rhône. After whetting your appetite with a pre-cruise stay in Lausanne, cruise the Rhône and Saône with stops in the culinary enclaves and wine regions of Lyon, Burgundy and Provence, sampling all the finest along the way.
Explore Lausanne’s Chillon Castle and sample fine Swiss wines within its historic walls
Sample your way through Lyon’s market halls and taste a curated selection of Burgundy wines
Explore medieval Brancion and stroll the gardens of the Château de Cormatin
In the French Alps enclave of Annecy, sit down to a traditional Savoyard lunch at a mountain farm
A classic Land Rover transports you through the vineyards of Beaujolais to meet the locals and gather for a winemaker’s lunch
Ride a vintage Citroën 2CV through the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, stopping for photos and tastings along the way
Journey details
- Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests
- Water levels may impact sailing and require itinerary changes
- Farewell dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 10
- Welcome briefing at 6:00 p.m. on Day 1
- Minimum age is 12 years old
- Travelling Onboard
Please note that A&K guests and other passengers will be travelling onboard the ship simultaneously
What's Included
- Travelling Bell Boy: Travelling Bell Boy® service to transfer your bags between hotels
- Guides: English-speaking Resident Tour Director® and local guides
- Transfers: Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
- Travelling Valet: Mid-journey Traveller’s Valet® laundry service
- Internet: Internet access
- Gratuities: Entrance fees, taxes and all gratuities (except Resident Tour Director)
- A&K Support: Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts
- EC Crystal Food: Daily breakfast, along with many meals
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Lausanne, Switzerland
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Day 2 - Lausanne - Swiss Traditions
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Day 3 - Annecy, France - Alpine Splendor
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Day 4 - Lyon - French Culinary Capital
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Day 5 - Mâcon - Into the Vineyards
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Day 6 - Chalon-sur-Saône - Riverside Life
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Day 7 - Lyon - Historic Old Quarter
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Day 8 - Avignon - Design Your Day
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Day 9 - Arles - Cooking and Art
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Day 10 - Viviers - Local Pastimes
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Day 11 - Depart Lyon
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Dates & Pricing
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Why book with RACT Travel?
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