2024 Group Trip
September 5 to 12, 2024
Essence of burgundy & Provence
Indulge in French flavors on a palate-pleasing itinerary that highlights the essence of France’s Burgundy and Provence. Uncover the Roman history of Chalon-sur Saône and delight in charming Tournus with its towering Romanesque abbey and historic apothecary shop. Visit French châteaux from Burgundy to Provence, taste your way through the French culinary capital of Lyon and visit the Papal Palace in Avignon.
Exclusive to this group:
Special wine tastings and education with wine expert, Marjorie Speer
7-Night Cruise From Port of Dijon to Arles
Itinerary at a glance
sep 12
Bid farewell to Arles, your new friends, and prepare for your return flight home.
sep 5
Board your ship in preparation for your 7night Essence of Provence & Burgundy cruise
sep 11
Discover the history of Avignon on a guided walking tour. Or visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties, including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. Rejoin the ship in Arles & take a guided tour of top sights, or take a bike tour to the Roman ruins. Join a walking tour & visit the Vincent van Gogh Foundation.
sep 10
Cruise to Viviers, a charming medieval city with picturesque monuments. Or, pedal through this bicycle-friendly city. Or, visit the hilltop village of Grignan. Go in search of the “Black Diamond” truffles with a farmer and his canine companion. Or, go on a scenic hike and enjoy a memorable view of Viviers.
sep 7
Explore the cities of Tournus and Macon. Vist the Benedictine Abbey of Saint Philibert or the 17th-century Château de Cormatin. Visiting the medieval village of Brancion is also an option. Then enjoy a scenic cruise to Mâcon, join a guided bike tour to Mâcon, or go wine tasting.
sep 6
Enjoy a historic city tour of Chalon Sur Saône, or choose an excursion in Beaune, a walled town nestled in the heart of Cote d’Or vineyards. Later in the day, enjoy scenic sailing to Tournus, sample the region’s famous white Mâconnais wines, or take a guided bike tour.
sep 9
Discover Lyon and the city’s historic region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or take a guided bike tour through the city. Or, choose the Vieux Lyon tasting tour. Enjoy a scenic cruise to Vienne & a guided walking tour around the city. Or, you can take a guided bike tour or a guided hike from the ship to the Monastery at Mount Pipet.
sep 8
Join a guided tour through Mâcon. Or venture to Cluny, known for its large abbey. Return to the ship to enjoy a light lunch and the passing landscapes on the way to Villefranche-sur-Saône. For those traveling by ship, enjoy a tasting of Beaujolais wines while sailing towards your next stop.
our guest wine host
Marjorie Speer is a 15+ year veteran of the wine industry and currently serves as the Southeast Regional Sales Manager for Cape Classics, a premier importer of sustainably farmed French and South African wines.
She is a member of the Society of Wine Educators and Women of the Vine, and enjoys combining her passion for teaching all things wine and her love of travel.
The Ship:
AmaCello
Decorated in a palette of gold and orange that reflects Europe’s brilliant autumn foliage, the AmaCello is a floating delight. The glorious Sun Deck offers a soothing whirlpool, a giant chess set, and recliners from which to drink up the extraordinary scenery. Inside, enticing aromas waft from the beautiful Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant, each previewing a masterfully plated dish created by an expert chef using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. And after just one bite, you’ll understand why the AmaCello was inducted into the internationally renowned culinary society, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs!
STATEROOM OPTIONS
CATEGORY A - Violin Deck
French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
$6298 per person, double occupancy.
CATEGORY B - Violin & Cello Decks
French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
$6198 per person, double occupancy.
CATEGORY C - Violin & Cello Decks
French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
$5898 per person, double occupancy.
CATEGORY E - Piano Deck
Fixed Windows, 170 sq. ft.
$4599 per person, double occupancy.
CATEGORY D - Piano Deck
Fixed Windows, 170 sq. ft.
$4898 per person, double occupancy.
Group specials
not reflected in above pricing:
Group Discount: $250 per person
[Port fees are additional $224.00 per person]
Land Packages
3 nights Nice - Post-Cruise
September 12 to 15
Enjoy 3 nights in Nice after your cruise. Includes a transfer to Nice, hotel stay, daily breakfast, and guided tours, including a Nice city tour and a Cote d'Azur & Monaco Excursion.
Optional
$1320 USD per person, with
double occupancy
3 nights Geneva - Pre-Cruise
September 2 to 5
Enjoy 3 nights in Geneva prior to your cruise. Includes hotel stay, daily breakfast, guided tours (including to Annecy and Chillon Castle), and transfer to the ship on September 5.
$1410 USD per person, with
double occupancy
Booking Information
All travelers are responsible for understanding AmaWaterways' terms and conditions and travel entry requirements.
Amawaterways’ terms & conditions
Solo travelers are welcome. AmaWaterways charges a single supplement of 50%.
single supplement
Prices listed are per-person, assuming double occupancy (2 guests per stateroom).
stateroom pricing
A per-person deposit of $400 USD is required to secure. your booking.
per person deposit
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