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AmaKristina, Colors of Provence ex Lyon to Avignon

Cruise AmaKristina, Colors of Provence ex Lyon to Avignon
Cruise Line AMA Waterways
Ship AmaKristina
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Lyon to Avignon aboard AmaKristina.
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 23 Sep 2021
Cruise Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Lyon to Avignon aboard AmaKristina.

Day 1 EMBARKATION – LYON, FRANCE
Board the ship for your Colors of Provence cruise. (D)

Day 2 LYON
Discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourvière Hill, part of the city’s historic region that is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the 19th-century basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Continue on to the old town of Lyon, followed by a guided walk through the St. Jean district, where you will be introduced to the city’s unique covered walkways, known as “traboules.” Alternately, join a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. In the afternoon, enjoy the rest of your day at your own leisure to explore the city. (B,L,D)

Day 3 VILLEFRANCHE
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. (B,L,D)

Day 4 VIENNE – TOURNON
Situated between the wine regions of Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône lies Vienne with a Roman past that can be seen in its marvelously preserved ruins. Follow the footsteps of the ancient Romans on a walking tour to see the amazingly well-preserved Augustus and Livia Temple, the Saint Maurice Cathedral, a Gothic church that took more than 500 years to build, and St. Pierre Abbey—one of the oldest surviving churches in France, and now an Archaeological Museum. For those wishing to be more active, you can either take a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet or a guided bike tour along a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route. (B,L,D)

Day 5 TOURNON
You have a choice of three excursions. Take an exclusive private train ride past magnificent landscape carved along the Gorge du Doux, stopping at the charming little station of Colombier le Vieux-Saint Barthélemy le Plain, where the train maneuvers in preparation for its return journey. Alternatively, 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. For a more active adventure, 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. (B,L,D)

Day 6 TARASCON - ARLES
Provençal town Tarascon is known for its medieval architecture and charming tales – especially the legend of the Tarasque monster. Join a guided walking tour where you’ll visit the Roman ruins of Arles such as its Roman Amphitheater and the Church of Saint Trophime, famous for its Romanesque architecture. Alternatively, you can enjoy a bike ride along the Rhône, through town to the Langlois Bridge, a famous subject from several Vincent Van Gogh paintings. And for those who wish to delve further into Van Gogh’s Arles, join a special walking tour along with a visit to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, showcasing his legacy. During the afternoon, you’ll visit the enchanting medieval fortress, the Castle of Tarascon – a fortress designed to protect but surprises all with its elegant interior, fit for royalty. Or, delve deeply into the Carrières de Lumières, where you’ll be treated to a spectacular presentation of art, sound and history projected on the former limestone quarry walls of caves. Alternately, you can enjoy an excursion to explore the medieval, walled village of Aiges-Mortes. Then, you'll drive to the beautiful Camargue National Park, a protected natural territory that lines the Mediterranean Sea south of Arles. Afterwards, venture to the medieval hilltop village, Les Baux de Provence. In the evening, enjoy an illuminations cruise around Avignon. (B,L,D)

Day 7 AVIGNON
Depending on your interests, you have three choices of excursions for the morning. Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” was the center of the Catholic Church in the 14th century when its “Palais des Papes” was the equivalent of today’s Vatican. Discover the history of Avignon on a guided walking tour that includes the Papal Palace and the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades or you can enjoy a bike tour. During the afternoon, you can go to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the impressive Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct that is a masterpiece of ancient engineering. Alternately, you can go to the magnificent hilltop village, Grignan. After visiting this enchanting Provençal town, go in search of the highly prized “Black Diamond” truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion. (B,L,D)

Day 8 AVIGNON – DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Avignon and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Sailing Dates
06 May 2021
03 Jun 2021
15 Jul 2021
12 Aug 2021
26 Aug 2021
09 Sep 2021
23 Sep 2021
21 Oct 2021
18 Nov 2021
02 Dec 2021
16 Dec 2021
22 Apr 2021
17 Mar 2022
31 Mar 2022
14 Apr 2022
28 Apr 2022
12 May 2022
26 May 2022
09 Jun 2022
23 Jun 2022
07 Jul 2022
04 Aug 2022
18 Aug 2022
01 Sep 2022
15 Sep 2022
29 Sep 2022
13 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
10 Nov 2022
24 Nov 2022
08 Dec 2022
22 Dec 2022
16 Mar 2023
30 Mar 2023
13 Apr 2023
27 Apr 2023
25 May 2023
22 Jun 2023
06 Jul 2023
20 Jul 2023
03 Aug 2023
17 Aug 2023
31 Aug 2023
14 Sep 2023
28 Sep 2023
12 Oct 2023
26 Oct 2023
09 Nov 2023
23 Nov 2023
07 Dec 2023
21 Dec 2023
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
23 Sep 2021 Lyon, France
24 Sep 2021 Lyon, France
25 Sep 2021 Villefranche (Nice), France
26 Sep 2021 Vienne, France
27 Sep 2021 Tournon, France
28 Sep 2021 Tarascon, France
28 Sep 2021 Arles, France
29 Sep 2021 Avignon, France
30 Sep 2021 Avignon, France
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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