AmaWatereways pairs its Provence & Spain cruise on the Rhone river with an amazing land program in some of the world’s most romantic cities — Paris and Barcelona. Take in the beauty of Provence’s endless lavender fields, explore famous sights in the “City of Light” and experience Barcelona’s vibrant art and exciting street life. This wonderful itinerary invites you to explore the very best of these extraordinary destinations.
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Cruiseable's take
It's unusual to combine a river cruise with a tour of two world cities — Paris and Barcelona — and the price breaks, from hundreds of dollars to $1,500 off the brochure rate, is appealing.
Juan Serrano / Courtesy of Tourist Office of SpainCasa Batlló in the heart of Barcelona is one of the most famous art buildings in Spain.
The details
Cruise or land & cruise package: You choose either a 7-night cruise from Lyon to Arles or reverse on the Rhone, or a 14-day trip, traveling to Paris and returning from Barcelona or reverse.
Ship: AmaDagio. Christened in 2006, the beautifully appointed 148-passenger AmaDagio features spacious staterooms, most with French balconies, whirlpool, Internet/WiFi access and more.
Deadline: May 31, 2016
Prices: Starting at $2,349 to $2,849 (cruise only), or starting at $4,149 to $4,499 (cruise and land). Contact Cruiseable for pricing on all staterooms on all dates.
2016 cruise embarkation dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26, September 2, November 4, 11, 18. Land itineraries begin about three days earlier.
See the lavender fields of Provence on this cruise through the French countryside.
Overview
From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary is truly captivating. Begin with three nights in Paris, then travel in style aboard the high-speed TGV train to Lyon. From there, begin a 7-night cruise through France’s legendary wine growing regions, home to such famous vintages as Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône. Marvel at ancient Roman ruins, stroll through medieval villages and shop for Provencal crafts. Your itinerary includes the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avignon as well as Arles, the city where Vincent Van Gogh spent much of his life. Conclude your journey with three nights in magnificent Barcelona.
You have the option of choosing just the 7-night cruise component of this itinerary.
Alex Brown / Creative Commons BYThe ruins of the Roman Arena in Arles, southern France.
Highlights for land & cruise package
3 nights hotel in Paris at the Pullman Paris Montparnasse (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
Transfer to Lyon via High-speed TGV train
7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom, most with French balconies
LeCardinal / Creative Commons BY 3.0The Eiffel Tower, as seen from the Champ de Mars in Paris.
Life enriching tours and excursions daily
Entertainment on demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations
Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding
Fine dining with all meals included during your cruise
Free-flowing red & white wines from France's great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board
Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
Motorcoach from Arles to Perpignan and on to Barcelona
3 nights hotel in Barcelona at the Le Meridien (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
Special highlights including lectures, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and piano music
Bicycles to explore on your own
Services of professional Cruise Manager
All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
Transfers between hotel and ship are included with the purchase of cruise and land package; airport transfers are included with the purchase of air fare from AmaWaterways
All local taxes included
"Limited Edition Tours"
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Itinerary
Here is the full cruise and land itinerary. You can also just choose the cruise component.
Day
Destination
Activities
1
Paris
Hotel check-in
2
Paris
City tour
3
Paris
Free time
4
Paris
TGV high-speed train to Lyon
Lyon
Cooking demonstration
EMBARKATION
Welcome Dinner
5
Lyon
City tour
Free time
6
Collonges
Beaujolais excursion
Vienne
Free evening
7
Vienne
Walking tour
OR ViaRhôna bike tour
OR Mount Pipet hike
8
Tournon
Steam train ride
OR Red wine and chocolate tasting
OR Hermitage hike and wine tasting
Viviers
Ghost Walk
OR Boulangerie Baker's Experience
9
Avignon
Grignan excursion and truffle farm visit
Walking tour and Papal Palace
OR Pont du Gard
OR Provencal cooking lesson
10
Arles
Les Baux and olive farm excursion
OR Artist Experience tour
Walking tour
OR Bike tour
11
Arles
DISEMBARKATION
Perpignan
Free time for lunch
Transfer to Barcelona
Barcelona
Hotel check-in
12
Barcelona
City tour
13
Barcelona
Free time
14
Barcelona
Return flight home
Courtesy of AmaWaterwaysSail on the 150-passenger AmaDagio to historic Arles and Avignon, see the beautiful villages of Viviers, Tournon and Vienne and take a day excursion to the Beaujolais wine region.
Terms & conditions
All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a base category stateroom unless stated otherwise. Promotional rates are valid on select sailings only for new bookings made by May 31, 2016. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. Offers are not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, are limited to availability, are capacity controlled and are subject to change or termination without notice. Total savings shown may include value of multiple discounts and upgrades and is an example of a savings amount only. Visit our website for offer details and full terms and conditions. Other restrictions apply. Port charges, land programs, visas, roundtrip airfare and gratuities are additional.