Oenological cruise: Discover the fabulous world of vines and wine (port-to-port cruise)

6 nights from £1,804pp departing Tuesday 22nd Oct 2024

Dive into the pleasures of delicious French wines while also enjoying a cruise through renowned vineyards and beautiful countryside. Stops include Tain-l'Hermitage, one of the most prestigious winegrowing regions in the country.

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	22nd22	OctOct	202424	Lyon, France, embark on the MS Camargue	18:00	18:00
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll enjoy dinner on board as our ship cruises to Mâcon. Don't miss Lyon lit up at night as we depart!
	23rd23	OctOct	202424	Mâcon, France	07:00	18:00
This morning's excursion will be in the Beaujolais region-named after the Lords of Beaujeu, who ruled the area until the 15th century. We'll crisscross charming, wine-dominated villages before arriving at the Hameau Duboeuf, an original wine theme park with over 3,000 objects that span over 2,000 years. The visit includes a tour of the winemaking center, where we'll learn about traditional and modern techniques. In the afternoon, we'll explore the golden-hued villages in the region. As we travel along the wine route and through each village, you'll understand why the region's nickname is "Little Tuscany." We'll stop off in Oingt, a picturesque medieval village perched on a hill overlooking the Azergues Valley, and visit a local vineyard for a tasting. We'll return to Lyon in the evening.
	23rd23	OctOct	202424	Cruising	13:30	18:00
	23rd23	OctOct	202424	Trévoux, France	16:00	18:00
	23rd23	OctOct	202424	Lyon, France	22:30
	24th24	OctOct	202424	Lyon, France		13:00
In the morning, join us for a guided tour of the city and a tasting at Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse.(2) We'll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, the best place to take in the view. Then we'll head over to Vieux Lyon to have a look at its historical homes and the bouchon restaurants that are found throughout the district. Learn about the discrete and strategic doorways leading to shortcuts, known as traboules, that go from street to street. Don't miss the tasting of fine food at Les Halles de Lyon, a huge, three-story, indoor market where close to 50 shops offer the finest gourmet food. We'll enjoy a snack of local sausage and cheese, topped off with a lovely glass of wine.We'll cruise to Tain-l'Hermitage in the afternoon and arrive in the evening.
	24th24	OctOct	202424	Tain-l'Hermitage, France	20:00
	25th25	OctOct	202424	Tain-l'Hermitage, France		09:00
This morning, we'll set out on an excursion to Tain-l'Hermitage, a name synonymous with excellent Mediterranean wines. We'll visit a local vineyard for a tasting. After our tour, we'll return on board the ship in Tain-l'Hermitage.After our excursion, we'll return on board the ship. We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Avignon, arriving during the evening.
	25th25	OctOct	202424	Le Pouzin, France	12:00	18:00
	25th25	OctOct	202424	Avignon, France	23:00
	26th26	OctOct	202424	Avignon, France		12:00
This morning, join us for a visit to Saint-Rmy-de-Provence. Discover this adorable village located in the Alpilles Regional Nature Park. We'll visit a local vineyard for a tasting. Return on board and our ship will cruise to Arles.In the afternoon, guidedtour of Arles in the footsteps of Van Gogh. This ancient Roman city, listed asa UNESCO world heritage site. It is also the place that inspired Van Gogh, hecreated around 300 drawings and paintings there.Night stopover in Arles. Duringthe evening, join a wine expert on board for a demonstration and tastingcontest. Finalists will partake in a blind tasting. The winner will be given the title of Bacchus for the remainder of the cruise, and they will walk away with the golden prize: A food lover's cruise on the Rhine(3) featuring French top chef Marc Haeberlin.
	26th26	OctOct	202424	Arles, France	15:00	18:00
	26th26	OctOct	202424	Martigues, France	23:00
	27th27	OctOct	202424	Martigues, France
This morning, the excursion proposed is: the Côtes de Provence region, located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Alps. Provence boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the world and is also home to quite a number of France's most prestigious wines. We'll visit a local vineyard for a tasting.Our ship will cruise to Martigues.Tonight is our festive gala evening.
	28th28	OctOct	202424	Martigues, France, disembark the MS Camargue
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

MS Camargue

Launch Year

1995

Refit Year

2015

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

104

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Holiday Summary

	6 nights cruising on the Rhone, Saone
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,804pp
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,861pp
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,804pp
B_PMR_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Double Bed, Wheelchair Accessible)	£2,050pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,050pp
B_SUI_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£2,050pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Tue 14th May 202414 May 24	1,614	1,856
Thu 1st Aug 202401 Aug 24	1,284	1,521
Fri 30th Aug 202430 Aug 24	1,510	1,747
Mon 16th Sep 202416 Sep 24	1,614
Mon 14th Apr 202514 Apr 25	2,038	2,284
Mon 14th Apr 202514 Apr 25	1,386	1,619
Tue 13th May 202513 May 25	1,648	1,894
Thu 12th Jun 202512 Jun 25	1,648	1,894
Sat 12th Jul 202512 Jul 25	1,544	1,787
Mon 11th Aug 202511 Aug 25	1,544	1,787
Fri 5th Sep 202505 Sep 25	1,648	1,894
Wed 17th Sep 202517 Sep 25	1,648	1,894
Wed 22nd Oct 202522 Oct 25	1,833	2,085