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13 Night Colors of Provence and Land Tour

From Barcelona to Paris

AmaKristina

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Cruise #: 14246116
Departs: Thu, Oct 14, 2027
Returns: Sun, Oct 24, 2027

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Itinerary Summary

Tour Features and Highlights

Day by Day Details

Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Oct 11, 2027

Day
1

Barcelona, Spain

Check into your Barcelona hotel for the beginning of your Colors of Provence pre-cruise land program.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Oct 12, 2027

Day
2

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 imaginative architectural creations, highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Works of Antoni Gaudi", including La Sagrada Familia. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Oct 13, 2027

Day
3

Barcelona, Spain

Bus Travel

Montserrat Abbey, Spain, Spain

Bus Travel

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'll ride a scenic funicular to the top of the mountain and experience an indescribable view of the Catalonia landscape. 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. The stairway leading to the statue, plus the room and altar in which the statue sits are ornate, golden, and pay tribute to the wonder that is the Virgin herself. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Oct 14, 2027

Day
4

Barcelona, Spain

High-Speed Train Travel

Nimes, France

Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 4 - Thursday - Oct 14, 2027

Day
4

Cruise Begins

Arles, France

Check out of the hotel and board the TGV high-speed train to Nimes. Then you will transfer via bus to Arles where you'll board your luxury ship. (B,D); Please note: the port of Arles may be changed to Avignon on select early season departures in 2023; guests will be notified of this potential change prior to departure. Arrival airport will not need to be changed. ...
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Arles, France

Board the ship for your Colors of Provence cruise. (D)

Friday - Oct 15, 2027

Day
5

Arles, France

Bus Travel

Les Baux de Provence, France

Bus Travel

St Remy, France

Bus Travel

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. You will also have a unique experience at the Carrieres de Lumieres, where you will be treated to a spectacular presentation of art, sound, and history projected on the walls of a former limestone quarry set to music. Next, visit an olive farm to learn about this age-old Provencal tradition and enjoy a tasting. Finally, experience the beauty of Saint-Remy-de-Provence, the location where Van Gogh painted some of his most famous paintings, including Starry Night. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Oct 16, 2027

Day
6

Avignon, France

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. Depending on your interests, you have three choices of excursions in the morning. 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. Or, you can visit three venues around Avignon to taste regional specialties including macarons, cheese and wine, and tapenades. Alternatively, you can enjoy a bike tour through the city. 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. (B,L,D) ...
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Sunday - Oct 17, 2027

Day
7

Viviers, France

Bus Travel

Grignan, France

Bus Travel

Viviers, France

Take in the quaint surroundings of Viviers, a charming commune that sidles up to the right bank of the Rhone. From Viviers, travel to the magnificent hilltop village, Grignan, and go in search of the highly prized "Black Diamond" truffles with a farmer and his trustworthy canine companion. Or stretch your muscles on a hike in Viviers for sightseeing and a visit to St. Vincent Cathedral, taking in beautiful views of the Chateauneuf-du-Rhone dam, the Donzere Gorge, and the town of Montelimar with its magnificent chateau. You can also set off on a guided bike tour, exploring the beauty of Southern France as you ride along the Rhone River. (B,L,D) ...
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Monday - Oct 18, 2027

Day
8

Tournon-sur-Rhone, France

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. Alternatively, lovers of wine and chocolate will want to visit Le Chateau 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) ...
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Tuesday - Oct 19, 2027

Day
9

Vienne, 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. 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 archeological mseum. 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. (B,L,D) ...
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Wednesday - Oct 20, 2027

Day
10

Lyon, France

Take a walking tour that starts in Fourviere Hill, 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". You can also visit the famous indoor market hall Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, named after the late chef renowned for his Michelin-starred L'Auberge du Pont de Collonges restaurant. There you'll have a chance to sample the delicacies offered by butchers, bakers, chocolatiers, and cheesemongers while taking in the colorful sights and enticing aromas around you. Alternatively, join a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. Later in the day, visit a traditional Beaujolais winery and learn the history and techniques of their vineyard. Plus, enjoy a tasting of their specialty. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Oct 21, 2027

Day
11

Lyon, France

Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Lyon as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

Lyon, France

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 11 - Thursday - Oct 21, 2027

Day
11

TGV Train Travel

Paris, France

Disembark the ship. Taste the local specialties of Lyon, the "food capital of France", at an indoor market hall. You'll have a chance to sample the delicacies of the French countryside offered by butchers, bakers, chocolatiers, and cheesemongers. Afterwards, you will board the TGV high-speed train to Paris. Once you arrive in the famous "City of Light", check into your hotel. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Oct 22, 2027

Day
12

Paris, France

Enjoy taking in the signature sites of Paris in your guided city tour, including the awe-inspiring Arc de Triomphe and iconic Eiffel Tower. You'll see Champs-Elysees with its cinemas, sidewalk cafes, and luxury specialty shops. (B)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Oct 23, 2027

Day
13

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

Sunday - Oct 24, 2027

Day
14

Paris, France

Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B)

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