8 Days Marseille/Lyon
from $2049 cruise only
YOUR TRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES
- Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Marseilles on day 2 and Châlon on day 9 when Brendan issues the airline tickets
- Seven nights deluxe cruise accommodation in outside cabin with hotel-style beds
- Superb dining with all meals included while cruising, quality wine with dinner
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners
- Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
- Special highlights including local entertainment and enriching lectures
- Services of a professional Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
- On board facilities including a beauty salon and souvenir shop
- All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking only on the Sun Deck)
- All local taxes
- Brendan flight bag and portfolio of travel documents
ITINERARY
- Day 1 BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT.
- Day 2, Sun. ARRIVE MARSEILLE, FRANCE / ARLES. at Arles Arrive in Marseille and transfer to the ship docked in Arles. (D)
- Day 3, Mon. ARLES. at Arles A walking tour starts downtown and then continues to the Roman Amphitheater, Town Hall Square with the City Hall, and the St. Trophime Cathedral, a Romanesque cathedral built in the 12th century. See the former hospital where van Gogh was treated in 1889, now the museum Espace van Gogh, dedicated to his life and work. Afterward, pass Forum Square and Constantine's Roman Baths on the way back to your cruise ship. (B,L,D)
- Day 4, Tue. AVIGNON. at Avignon A tour of ancient Avignon starts at Clocktower Square, with its many cafés, shops and namesake clock tower dating back to the 1300s. Then, on to Pope's Palace Square for a visit to the Papal Palace. Next, travel up to Rocher des Doms, where Avignon was first settled. This evening your ship's captain hosts a Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D)
- Day 5, Wed. VIVIERS. at Viviers Stop in the quaint city of Viviers. Your walking tour here starts in Old Town with stops at the Rue Chèvrerie, Porte Riquot Maison des Chevaliers, Rue du Chateau, and Maison Élémentaire du Commerçant. Then stroll through the medieval streets of this historic town as you head back to the ship. (B,L,D)
- Day 6, Thu. TAIN L'HERMITAGE / TOURNON. at Tournon Nestled among famous vineyards is the little town of Tain L'Hermitage. You might want to celebrate this region by indulging in some of its famous chocolate and Côte du Rhône wines. Then on to visit Tournon and see its feudal castle. (B,L,D)
- Day 7, Fri. LYON. at lyon Founded by Julius Caesar about 2,000 years ago, Lyon has a wealth of Roman remains, as well as many impressive museums, Renaissance architecture, and world-renowned cuisine. Start today's tour with a drive to a good vantage point to see the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon's hallmark church. Next, stop on Croix-Rousse Hill for a dramatic view of the Beaujolais Mountains and Saône River. Then, on a coach ride through town, see Terreaux Square, the Fine Art Museum, and the Opera House. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. You can wander through the Renaissance quarter with its maze of medieval passageways, or simply relax with a glass of beaujolais at one of the many taverns. (B,L,D)
- Day 8, Sat. BEAUNE EXCURSION. at lyon Travel to the medieval town of Beaune, the center for Burgundy wine making. Admire the Flemish-influenced architecture, including the eye-catching Hospices de Beaune. A hospital from 1443 to the 1960s, it is now a museum dedicated to the history of healthcare. (B,L,D)
- Day 9, Sun. CHÂLON / DEPART LYON. at lyon Bid your friendly crew farewell and transfer to Lyon for your return flight. Please book departing flights after 10:00 a.m. (CB)
2008 Cruises
| Departs On | Returns On | Cruise Price |
| July 19, 2008 | July 27, 2008 | $2,299.00 |
| August 2, 2008 | August 10, 2008 | $2,299.00 |
| August 16, 2008 | August 24, 2008 | $2,299.00 |
| August 30, 2008 | September 7, 2008 | $2,449.00 |
| September 13, 2008 | September 21, 2008 | $2,649.00 |
| September 27, 2008 | October 5, 2008 | $2,649.00 |
| October 11, 2008 | October 19, 2008 | $2,549.00 |
| October 25, 2008 | November 2, 2008 | $2,349.00 |
2009 Cruises
| Departs On | Returns On | Cruise Price |
| March 28, 2009 | April 5, 2009 | $2,299.00 |
| April 4, 2009 | April 12, 2009 | $2,499.00 |
| April 11, 2009 | April 19, 2009 | $2,499.00 |
| April 18, 2009 | April 26, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| April 25, 2009 | May 3, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| May 2, 2009 | May 10, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| May 9, 2009 | May 17, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| May 16, 2009 | May 24, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| May 23, 2009 | May 31, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| May 30, 2009 | June 7, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| June 6, 2009 | June 14, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| June 13, 2009 | June 21, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| June 20, 2009 | June 28, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| June 27, 2009 | July 5, 2009 | $2,799.00 |
| July 4, 2009 | July 12, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| July 11, 2009 | July 19, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| July 18, 2009 | July 26, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| July 25, 2009 | August 2, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| August 1, 2009 | August 9, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| August 8, 2009 | August 16, 2009 | $2,599.00 |
| August 15, 2009 | August 23, 2009 | $2,559.00 |
| August 22, 2009 | August 30, 2009 | $2,559.00 |
| August 29, 2009 | September 6, 2009 | $2,899.00 |
| September 5, 2009 | September 13, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| September 12, 2009 | September 20, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| September 19, 2009 | September 27, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| September 26, 2009 | October 4, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| October 3, 2009 | October 11, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| October 10, 2009 | October 18, 2009 | $2,999.00 |
| October 17, 2009 | October 25, 2009 | $2,859.00 |
| October 24, 2009 | November 1, 2009 | $2,759.00 |
| October 31, 2009 | November 8, 2009 | $2,359.00 |
| November 7, 2009 | November 15, 2009 | $2,059.00 |
*Savings are cruise only, based on select new 2009 river cruises booked and deposited by September 30, 2008. Cabin upgrades are available at an additional cost. Port taxes from $84 - $168 per person are additional. Valid on new bookings only. Not valid for groups. Ask about our low international airfares. Other restrictions apply. Savings on select cruises include: Book and deposit by September 30, 2008 and save $150 per person ($300 per cabin) or Book and pay in full by September 30, 2008 and save $300 per person ($600 per cabin). Save $150 or $300 per person on: Casltes along the Rhine, Enchanting Danube, Paris & Normandy, Burgundy & Provence, Douro Valley, Paris & Europe River Romance, Danube Holiday Markets, European Holiday Markets, Parisian Winter Holiday and Imperial Russia. Book and deposit by September 30, 2008 and save $250 per person ($500 per cabin) or book and pay in full by September 30, 2008 and save $500 per person ($1000 per cabin). Save $250 or $500 per person on: Legendary Rhine & Moselle, European Serenade, Eastern European Explorer, European Jewels, Grand France. Book and pay in full 10 months in advance and save up to 7.5% on: Best of Egypt, Wonders of Egypt, Egyptian Voyager, Highlights of China, and China Discovery.
