Sail the Rhône and Saône through Burgundy and Provence with guided highlights before a scenic Lake Geneva stay featuring Chillon Castle, Glacier 3000 and the Golden Pass train.
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Visit Beaune and the impressive Hôtel-Dieu, and taste the wines of the Rhône Valley in Tain l’Hermitage.
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Tour the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, see priceless frescoes, Gobelin tapestries, graceful sculptures, and the famous Roman bridge.
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Explore the magnificent Ardèche Gorges, one of France's most outstanding natural landscapes, and marvel at the Pont du Gard aqueduct.
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Take a guided tour around the highlights of Lyon, including Europe’s largest pedestrian square, Place Bellecour, and explore Arles’ Roman history or discover the inspiration for Van Gogh’s works.
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Enjoy a guided visit to Chillon Castle, cruise on Lake Geneva, ascend to Glacier 3000, and experience a journey on the Golden Pass train during the extension.
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Wander the charming old town of Annecy and enjoy the alpine scenery of Lake Annecy.
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Experience the medieval towns, Roman ruins, and picturesque villages of Burgundy and the Beaujolais hills.
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Savour local cuisine and sample exceptional regional wines, including those from the UNESCO-protected Lavaux vineyards.
Settle into a five-star floating hotel moored in Avignon, with spacious, tastefully furnished cabins and the attentive service of an English-speaking crew. Enjoy full board throughout the cruise, then a three-night hotel stay in Montreux or Lausanne on Lake Geneva on a relaxed bed-and-breakfast basis.