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13 Night Colors of Provence (Wine) and Land Tour

From Paris to Barcelona
  • ama Kristina
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AmaKristina

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14245605
  • Departs: Thu, Apr 22, 2027
  • Returns: Sun, May 2, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Apr 19, 2027
    Day
    1
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    Arrive in Paris and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Apr 20, 2027
    Day
    2
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    Enjoy a morning tour taking in the signature sites of Paris, including the awe-inspiring Arc de Triomphe and iconic Eiffel Tower. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Apr 21, 2027
    Day
    3
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    Enjoy a full day at your leisure to discover more of this romantic city, such as the world-renowned Louvre Museum or Musee d'Orsay. Perhaps go shopping in the Faubourg Saint-Honore district or simply relax and spend the day like a local - by scoping out a local cafe for a cafe au lait, toasted baguette, or croissant. In the evening, visit Montmartre, long known as the city's premier artist's enclave. During the mid to late 1800s, artists also began calling Montmartre home. Pissarro and Jongkind were two of the first to live there, followed by other notable artists, including Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, Toulouse-Lautrec, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Pablo Picasso. You'll be taken on an evening illumination tour, discovering why Paris is renowned as the "City of Light". (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Apr 22, 2027
    Day
    4
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    • TGV Train Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 4 - Thursday - Apr 22, 2027
    Day
    4
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Lyon, France
    After checking out of your hotel in Paris, board the TGV train through the French countryside to Lyon, France's culinary capital. Once in the "food capital of France", enjoy some free time for lunch on your own before witnessing an included cooking demonstration of regional cuisine and culinary techniques. Later, transfer to your luxurious ship. (B,D) ...
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    • Lyon, France
    Board the ship for your Colors of Provence cruise. (D)
    Friday - Apr 23, 2027
    Day
    5
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    Discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourviere 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 Fourviere. 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". Alternatively, indulge in rich cheeses, fresh breads, and charcuterie in Les Halles Market or join a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Apr 24, 2027
    Day
    6
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Trevoux, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Lyon, France
    • Vienne, France
    On your second day in Lyon, set out on a culinary journey that will linger on your palate for years to come. Travel to the Beaujolais wine region-known as the Pays d'Or or "land of the golden stones"-to experience France's finest vintages firsthand. Indulge in a wine tasting at a traditional winery in Trevoux and learn about the history and techniques of their vineyard. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Apr 25, 2027
    Day
    7
    • Vienne, France
    • Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    Situated between the wine regions of Beaujolais and Cotes du Rhone lies Vienne with a Roman past that can be seen in its marvelously preserved ruins. Take 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 archeological 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 ViaRhona bike route. During the evening, be treated to a delicious pairing of red wine and chocolate at the beautiful Villa Caroube. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Apr 26, 2027
    Day
    8
    Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    • Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    • Train Travel
    • Colombier le Vieux-Saint Barthelemy le Plain Station, France
    • Train Travel
    • Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    • Viviers, France
    Walk through the steep vineyards as you learn about the history and techniques of winemaking in this area. Following the guided tour, join your host for a tasting of the Hermitage wines for which this region is celebrated. Alternatively, take a steam train ride past magnificent landscape carved along the Gorges du Doux stopping at the charming little station of Colombier-le-Vieux/Saint-Barthelemy-le-Plain, where the train maneuvers in preparation for its return journey. 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. Later, stroll through Viviers accompanied by a guide in Renaissance attire as former "residents" in period costumes reenact events and legends of centuries gone by. This special historical tour is sure to bring a smile to your lips - or perhaps send shivers down your spine! (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Apr 27, 2027
    Day
    9
    Avignon, France
    • Avignon, France
    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. Alternatively, you can go to the magnificent hilltop village. After visiting this enchanting Provencal town, go in search of the highly prized "Black Diamond" truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion. Or, visit a winery in the famed Chateauneuf-du-Pape wine region, where viticulture has been promoted since the 14th century. The unique soil composition here has earned the area a reputation for producing distinctive wines that are now popular the world over. Join a specialist from the winery on a private tour of the wine cellars and vineyards, an exclusive opportunity to learn about centuries-old winemaking methods. Following your tour, enjoy a tasting of the vineyard's specialty wines. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Apr 28, 2027
    Day
    10
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    Considered one of the most beautiful cities in France, Arles enchants all with its tantalizing history, formerly a Roman center of trade. 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 Rhone, 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, venture to Les Baux-de-Provence, a hilltop village and ruined castle. Enjoy time in the "old village", its shops, art galleries, and cafes interspersed among the historic ruins. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Apr 29, 2027
    Day
    11
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    Bid farewell to Arles and prepare for your flight home. (B)
    • Arles, France
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 11 - Thursday - Apr 29, 2027
    Day
    11
    • Land Travel
    • Nimes, France
    • TGV Train Travel
    • Barcelona, Spain
    Disembark your ship in Arles and board the TGV high-speed train to the city that inspired Antoni Gaudi and is certain to inspire you. On the way, pass through Camargue on the southern coast before stopping in Nimes, a former outpost of the Roman Empire, close to the Mediterranean, where you will have free time for some exploring. Afterward, we will continue on to the Catalan city of Barcelona. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Apr 30, 2027
    Day
    12
    Barcelona, Spain
    • Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, the bustling capital of Catalonia, is an artist's, architect's, foodie's, historian's, and culturist's dream. Tour the cobblestoned lanes of the Gothic Quarter in the medieval city center and Las Ramblas. See some of Antoni Gaudi's imaginative architectural creations such as La Sagrada Familia. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - May 1, 2027
    Day
    13
    Barcelona, Spain
    • Barcelona, Spain
    Join an excursion to the mountain Montserrat, which is home to the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, located about 30 miles from Barcelona. Once there, you can experience an indescribable view of the Catalonia landscape from the top of the mountain. The monastery, officially founded in 1025, soon began to receive pilgrims and visitors who contributed to the spread of stories of miracles and wonders performed by the Virgin Mary. The whole of Montserrat is built around facilitating the worship of the Black Madonna in the Basilica. While here, you'll see the famous Black Madonna sculpture, which sits at the back of the church, above the altar area. You will also get to enjoy a visit to Freixenet Winery, where you can taste the delicious Cava they are known for and learn how this delightful drink is made. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - May 2, 2027
    Day
    14
    Barcelona, Spain
    • Barcelona, Spain
    Bid farewell to Barcelona and prepare for your flight home. (B)
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