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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Monday - Jul 26, 2027
Day 1
Geneva, Switzerland
Check into your Geneva hotel for the beginning of your Essence of Burgundy & Provence pre-cruise land program.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Tuesday - Jul 27, 2027
Day 2
Geneva, Switzerland
Get acquainted with Geneva, the "Peace City", and gateway to the Swiss Alps, on your guided walking tour. With traditions in both watchmaking and chocolate making, this beautiful city has a rich history, which you will glimpse during your excursion. (B)
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Jul 28, 2027
Day 3
Geneva, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Montreux, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Geneva, Switzerland
Venture to Montreux and visit Chillon Castle, a picture-perfect medieval island fortress with three formal great halls, a chapel, and beautifully arched underground rooms that once served as a prison. (B)
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Jul 29, 2027
Day 4
Geneva, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Annecy, France
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 4 - Thursday - Jul 29, 2027
Day 4
Cruise Begins
Lyon, France
Transfer to Lyon with a stop in Annecy, home to beautiful castles, including the Chateau d'Annecy, home to the Counts of Geneva, and natural green spaces with bike trails winding through along the lake. Board your ship in preparation for your 7-night Flavors of Burgundy cruise. (B,D)
Lyon, France
Board your ship in preparation for your 7-night Flavors of Burgundy cruise. (B,D)
Friday - Jul 30, 2027
Day 5
Lyon, France
Discover dynamic Lyon, starting with a tasting of Beaujolais wines at a traditional winery. In the afternoon, you may join a tour of Lyon that starts 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 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". If you're a self-described foodie, a Les Halles Market tasting tour is for you, during which you'll have a chance to taste some of Lyon's local delights. Or get active on a guided bike tour through the city designed with cyclists in mind. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Saturday - Jul 31, 2027
Day 6
Macon, France
Tournus, France
Join a guided tour through the "South Burgundy City" of Macon, learning about its local vineyards, museums, historical sites, and perhaps its famous son, the poet and minister Alphonse de Lamartine. Or venture somewhat off the beaten path to Cluny, known for its large abbey. Return to the ship and enjoy a scenic cruise to Tournus. Or, instead, join a guided bike tour from Macon to Tournus. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Sunday - Aug 1, 2027
Day 7
Tournus, France
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Let your knowledgeable guide lead you through Tournus and to its magnificent Benedictine abbey of Saint Philibert. Or choose instead to visit the moated Chateau de Cormatin, which dates back to the early 17th century and features ornate apartments as well as a beautifully manicured garden. As an alternative, venture to the medieval village of Brancion with its preserved gateway, church, and market hall. Later in the day, enjoy a scenic sailing to Chalon-sur-Saone, or learn about centuries old traditions while sampling the region's famous Chalonnaise wines. Alternatively, pedal from Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saone on an exhilarating guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Monday - Aug 2, 2027
Day 8
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Seurre, France
Located in southern Burgundy at the heart of the Cote Chalonnaise wine region, Chalon-sur-Saone whispers the secrets of its medieval past which you will discover on your historic city tour. You may also choose to explore the city on a guided bike tour. Later in the day, enjoy a scenic sailing to Seurre. Alternatively, sample the highly esteemed vintages from the Cote de Nuits region on a guided wine tasting, surrounded by the oaken casks and intricately tiled roofs that bring this sommelier's fantasy to life. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Tuesday - Aug 3, 2027
Day 9
Seurre, France
Bus Travel
Beaune, France
Bus Travel
Seurre, France
Dijon, France
Visit the town of Beaune, a walled town nestled in the heart of Cote-d'Or vineyards where you'll stroll the cobblestone streets and take in such sights as the mosaic-tiled roof of the Hospices de Beaune, founded in the 15th century as a hospital for the less fortunate. Guests interested in wine making can learn more about cooperage, or the art of making wine barrels, in this interactive workshop that guides you through the process of crafting barrels through traditional methods. You may also join a guided tour through Seurre, unraveling its rich tapestry of heritage and charm. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic sailing or opt for a more active outing with a bike tour. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Wednesday - Aug 4, 2027
Day 10
Dijon, France
Famously known as the "Birthplace of Mustard", Dijon was the home to the four Dukes of Burgundy from 1364 to 1477. On a guided tour, explore Dijon's medieval center, which overflows with art and cultural heritage, showcased within several spectacular museums. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour along the Saone River and witness captivating sites such as the lock controlling the river's access to the Rhone-Rhine Canal. Or, choose to visit the stunning Chateau d'Arcelot, with elements dating back to the 13th century. The Chateau d'Arcelot blends medieval religious structures, neoclassical architecture, and even a Chinese pavilion into a fascinating architectural marvel. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Bid farewell to Dijon and prepare for your return flight home. Please be advised the ship will be docked in Saint-Jean-de-Losne and is located approximately 30 minutes' walk from the train station. Purchasing one of our transfer options between Saint-Jean-de-Losne and Dijon is strongly recommended for guests embarking on our 7-night cruise without a post-cruise land package. ... Read More
Dijon, France
Cruise Ends
Land Segment of Itinerary
Day 11 - Thursday - Aug 5, 2027
Day 11
Bus Travel
Paris, France
Disembark the ship, board your comfortable motorcoach to Paris, and check into your hotel. (B)
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)
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) ... Read More
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