French Alps and Provence: Cruising from Arles to Lyon

From approximately $3595 plus air

Experience the joie de vivre in provincial France in the Rhône River valley on this unique 10-day journey through the timeless allure of the ancient provinces of Burgundy and Provence to the tranquil beauty of the French Alps. Cruise for five nights aboard the intimate M.S. REMBRANDT, an impeccably crafted vessel designed to navigate the waterways of the French countryside through rolling hills and lush family-owned vineyards. Explore the ancient monuments of Arles; walk in the footsteps of medieval popes in Avignon. Enjoy a private wine tasting in a medieval castle amid the famous Beaujolais villages and savor the world-renowned cuisine of Provence and Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France. Enjoy deluxe, lakeside accommodations for three nights in charming Annecy, the gem of the French Alps. Explore its lovely medieval quarter, cruise on stunning Lac d'Annecy and ascend l'Aiguille du Midi by cable car for magnificent views of snowcapped Mont Blanc. Join the exclusive two-night Aix-en-Provence Pre-Program Option in the historic "City of a Thousand Fountains" and follow in the footsteps of the city's most famous son, Paul Cézanne.