Exceptional Wine Tasting Cruise in Burgundy: Beaujolais Nouveau (port-to-port cruise)

4 nights from £860pp departing Tuesday 18th Nov 2025

Join us on a cruise specifically designed for wine lovers! The Sane awaits you with its many wonders such as the prestigious Burgundy city of Beaune, the impressive ruins of the Cluny Abbey and, of course, the Beaujolais Route. We'll spend an exceptional evening in Beaujeu to greet the annual release of Beaujolais Nouveau, an experience not to be missed!

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					Arrive	Depart
	18th18	NovNov	202525	Lyon, France, embark on the MS Mistral	18:00	18:00
Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill. Passengers are welcome to board at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll then enjoy dinner on board.
	19th19	NovNov	202525	Chalon-sur-Saône, France	05:30
We'll spend the morning cruising the Sane River. After we arrive in Belleville, we'll set out on an excursion to Beaujeu, the medieval capital of the Beaujolais. Wine lovers will be able to discover the 12 appellations of Beaujolais while listening to great music and admiring the fantastic scenery and quaint architecture of the tiny city. Put your senses to work and take part in the wine tasting competition*! Later on, we'll enjoy a lovely evening in the center of town including cabaret entertainment and fantastic food concocted by one of the best chefs in the region. At midnight, we'll set off on a torch-lit stroll to welcome Beaujolais Nouveau Day and watch a fireworks show. Following our festive evening, we'll return to the ship. We'll remain in port overnight.
	20th20	NovNov	202525	Chalon-sur-Saône, France		03:00
Our ship will arrive in Mcon early in the morning. After breakfast, we'll leave on an excursion to the partial ruins of the Cluny Abbey. This former Benedictine monastery was built in the Romanesque style and was the world's largest church until the St. Peter's Basilica construction began in Rome. Founded by William I, Duke of Aquitaine, in 910 AD, the monastery was sacked and mostly destroyed during the French Revolution. Later, it was sold and used as a quarry. Today, just one of the original eight towers remains.In the afternoon, we'll leave on a guided tour of the Beaujolais Wine Route, passing by the prestigious Pouilly-Fuiss vineyards and the Roche de Solutr until we reach the Hameau DuBoeuf. This unique theme park incorporates the culture, history, science and passion involved in French winemaking. We'll remain in port overnight.
	20th20	NovNov	202525	Mâcon, France	08:00
	21st21	NovNov	202525	Mâcon, France		11:00
Excursion included: Beaune, visit to the Hospices and wine tasting.Afternoon sailing.Gala's evening.
	21st21	NovNov	202525	Cruising	13:00
	22nd22	NovNov	202525	Cruising

MS Mistral

Launch Year

1999

Refit Year

2007

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

157

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

	4 nights cruising on the 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		£860pp
A_TWN_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£930pp
B_TWN_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£884pp
C_TWN_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£860pp
C_TPL_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Triple)	£860pp
A_TWN_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£1,049pp
B_TWN_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£1,003pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,003pp
B_SU2_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£1,003pp