Portraits of Southern France 8 Day Viking River Cruise from $1,899!

8 Day river cruise with 7 guided tours from $1,899!

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Viking Burgundy sails along France's scenic Saone and Rhone Rivers past some of the most beautiful vineyards and vistas in the French countryside. During your 8-day journey, explore the famed region of Burgundy and the lavender fields of Provence. Visit Gallo-Roman ruins in both Vienne and Arles; walk the cobbled streets of Arles to see how it inspired Vincent van Gogh. And visit the historic Papal Palace in Avignon, "City of the Popes." Learn about the region's time-honored wine making traditions, sample Burgundy varietals and try the famed Provencal cuisine in Lyon. C'est magnifique!

Itinerary:

Day 1: Depart Home Gateway City to Chalon-sur-Saone
Day 2: Beaune - Hotel Dieu excursion & Burgundy wine tour; free time
Day 3: Lyon - Coach & walking tour; free time
Day 4: Lyon - Free time
Day 4: Vienne - Walking tour & mini-train
Day 5: Tournon - Tain L'Hermitage excursion
Day 5: Viviers - Evening walking tour
Day 6: Arles - Walking tour & free time
Day 7: Avignon - Walking tour, Palace of the Popes & free time; optional Chateauneuf-du-Pape winery tour
Day 8: Avignon - Disembark



Available 2009 Departure Dates: Chalon-sur-Saone to Avignon

Viking Burgundy: Mar 22; Apr 5; May 3, 31; Jun 14; Jul 12; Aug 9; Sep 6; Oct 4, 18; Nov 1.

Available 2009 Departure Dates: Avignon to Chalon-sur-Saone

Viking Burgundy: Mar 29; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24; Jun 7, 21; Jul 5, 19; Aug 2, 16, 30; Sep 13, 27; Oct 11, 25; Nov 8.

Included in this itinerary:

- 8 day cruise with river-view stateroom - 7 guided tours - All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners, including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Captain's Farewell Dinner - Old World Highlights: French winemaking demonstration, French cuisine workshop, performance of traditional French music - Culture Curriculum: Lifestyles of Southern France, France's Wine Regions, France: The Painter's Muse - All port and cruise fuel surcharges-no hidden costs

*Cruise only price. Land excursions sold separately. Add airfare to your package with one of our package specialists. Some taxes/fees may be additional. Prices are subject to availability, and all fares are subject to change.