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

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CroisiCruise: OML_PP

7 Days

Taste and sensory melodies await you throughout your cruise. Oenology and nature enthusiasts will discover renowned vineyards and authentic terroirs. Travel through the Cassis vineyards , a real mineral jewel in a green setting next to the blue Mediterranean sea, then the region of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a nectar appreciated by the Popes, founder of AOC labelling and terroirs of exception. Visit also the Vivarais vineyards, a rustic terroir with mineral warm wines, before exploring the emblematic hillside of Tain l'Hermitage, one of the most prestigious vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône.

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

All meals included
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

An original cruise through the world of wine: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône, Côte du Provence
Conference and tastings*
Lyon Rhone cruise by night
Ship docks in the heart of Martigues

Itinerary

Day 1: Martiques

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6.00 p.m. Time to settle comfortably in your cabins before meeting the crew during a welcome cocktail reception. Dinner and evening on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please. Our ship will cruise towards Port-Saint-Louis.

Day 2: Martigues - Port Saint Louis - The Camargue - Arles - Avignon

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.*
This afternoon, join us for a walking tour of Arles as seen through the paintings of Van Gogh. The Roman ruins in Arles are second only to Rome and include the Antique Theater, Amphitheater, Thermes of Constantine, and the Alyscamps. Arles is also an important stop along the Way of St. James. Van Gogh made the city his home in the late 19th century and produced approximately 300 paintings and drawings during his stay. Our tour will retrace his steps to the different sites where he set up his easel, such as the Place du Forum, the Quai du Rhône, and Place Lamartine.

Day 3: Avignon - Viviers

This morning, join us for a visit to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Discover this adorable village located in the Alpilles Regional Nature Park. We’ll visit a local vineyard for a tasting.*

This afternoon, our ship will cruise towards Viviers.

Day 4: Viviers- La Voulte - Tain L'Hermitage

This morning, we’ll set out on an excursion to Tain-l'Hermitage. We’ll visit the village and a local wine cellar for a tasting.*

We’ll begin our cruise to Lyon in the afternoon.

Day 5: Lyon - Macon

In the morning, join us for a guided tour of the city and a tasting at Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse.(2) This visit includes a panoramic tour of Lyon and a tasting of fine food at Les Halles de Lyon. Our onboard activities during our afternoon cruise include a lecture by a wine expert with a blind tasting contest. 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 featuring French top chef Marc Haeberlin. We’ll arrive in Mâcon during the evening.

Day 6: Macon

This morning’s excursion will be in the Beaujolais region and a visit to the Hameau Duboeuf.

In the afternoon, we’ll explore the golden-hued villages in the area. We’ll stop in the magnificent medieval village of Oingt and visit a local vineyard for a tasting.*

We’ll return to Lyon in the evening. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Day 7: Lyon

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking. End of our services.

INCLUSIONS:

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - double-occupancy cabin with shower and bathroom - onboard entertainment - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - lectures by professionals from the wine world - excursions mentioned in the program - wine tastings* - welcome cocktail - gala evening - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

EXCLUSIONS:

All drinks - transfers to/from departure/arrival points - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.

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