Lyon | Tournus | Dijon | Beaune OCTOBER 3-13, 2014 Discounts and Pricing

NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, Reserve your trip to Burgundy today! entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry | INCLUDED FEATURES | cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included fea- For Office Use Only: B #: ______Date: ______tures; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. LAND PROGRAM PSR: ______MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to Accommodations Trip #:20-21207W decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or October 4-13, 2014 Paid Send to: Barging in Burgundy whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger •Three nights in Lyon, France, at the

Bryn Mawr Alumnae Association to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to the AHI Travel first-class Hôtel Carlton Lyon. U.S. Postage c/o AHI Travel requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which Std. Presorted corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be International Tower-Suite 600 refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including •Cruise for three nights aboard the 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue without limitation those who permanently or periodically use Chicago, IL 60631 a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit Full Price Special Savings Special Price* charming Caprice. and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible Please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 with questions regarding this trip or to for providing all required assistance. $5,245 $250 $4,995* •Three nights in Beaune at the first-class make a reservation. AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. Hôtel Le Cep. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) price may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which case penalties *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reser- Meals Burgun vations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After depar- VAT is an additional $475 per person. (1) ______Top to bottom: Title First Middle Last Date of Birth ture, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the •Enjoy an extensive meal program, higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE Lyon GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN including nine breakfasts, six lunches and 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs Bicycles provided by (2) ______make their own airline reservations independently will be five dinners. Tea or coffee is included with Caprice staff Title First Middle Last Date of Birth wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $3,395 (limited availability). as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel Interior, Hospices de dates, or airline schedule(s). all meals, plus wine with all included dinners Beaune CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, The Caprice leisurely traversing Burgundy’s waterways all cancellations for any reason whatsoever will be subject to as well as included lunches onboard the Market, Dijon Street Address ______a $250 per person administrative fee. {Please note that you Dear Alumnae/i and Friends, may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld Caprice. Take advantage of leisure time to Discover Burgundy, one of the most beautiful regions in Cover photos: administrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will Leading your Vineyard, Burgundy operate in the current calendar year or year following.} try local cuisine independently. City ______Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will AIR PROGRAM France, as you’ve never seen it before. Your faculty host will be trip will be Caprice result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancella- •Sample authentic regional specialties Catherine Lafarge, Professor Emeritus of French at Bryn Mawr Catherine tion from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in October 3-13, 2014 State______ZIP ______100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCEL- at local restaurants. College. Professor Lafarge is an expert in the literature of 18th- Lafarge, LATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT TO YOU FROM BRYN MAWR COLLEGE AFTER YOU Professor RESERVE. Please contact Sarah Doody with the Bryn Mawr •Attend a special Welcome Dinner. century France and during her tenure at Bryn Mawr, developed Home: (______)______Office: (______)______Alumnae Association for further information on trip cancella- AHI Travel’s exclusive Air Program provides Emeritus of tion insurance. [email protected] or 610-526-5316. •Gather for a Farewell Dinner. innovative courses on the city of Paris in the 17th and 18th BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline special advantages for travelers who are flying French at policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided centuries. The highlight of your journey is a romantic barging Lyon | Tournus | Dijon | Beaune Email:______with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are on our designated group flights. Reserve Transportation Bryn Mawr College. A native of subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess bag- experience along the waterways of Burgundy aboard the intimate gage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces France, Lafarge came to the United are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your your air with us to enjoy a number of impor- • All deluxe motor coach transfers in the Land program itinerary and baggage handling on Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal Caprice. Bookend your cruise with three nights each in historic States in 1957 as a Fulbright scholar effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. tant services to help ensure a smooth and these transfers are included. I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On Lyon and unforgettable Beaune. at Mt. Holyoke College, where she Land/Cruise and Air Program occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip par- relaxing journey. 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All such persons or entities are including baggage handling. into the region. excursions and preferred access to popular attractions. Enjoy 1996 to 1991; she served as dean of AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Land/Cruise Program independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for any negligence or A the camaraderie of traveling with a group of like-minded people the GSAS from 1985 to 1995. In by alumnae/i associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the Ì I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In •Price Guarantee — protect yourself from Day 1 Depart Gateway City • All excursions: addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the October, 2004 Professor Lafarge highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. Ì I prefer single accommodations at an additional $3,395 (limited availability). Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, fare and fuel surcharge increases. Day 2 Arrive Lyon and, during your free time, feel the thrill of making your own Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, – Experience historic Lyon, including a walking was awarded France's Ordre des In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or acci- discoveries! dent, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature •Advance Seat Assignments on most Day 3 Lyon tour of the city’s oldest district. Palmes Academiques in a ceremony • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, An experienced Travel Director takes care of every detail transportation or other services or for any substitution of airlines. in the Ely Room of Wyndham House. independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without Day 4 Lyon – Enhance your culinary skills with a cooking class and services at a comparable price. Bryn Mawr Alumnae Association Wyndham House Bryn Mawr College 101 North Merion Avenue PA 19010-2889 Bryn Mawr, FRABURG14 250 served basis. Reservations to be paid in full by July 20, 2014 (75 days prior to notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. during your journey, and a dedicated travel staff is committed to The order, instituted in 1808 by departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although given in good •Group Discount Business Class Prices in the French capital of gastronomy. • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates and other informa- Day 5 Lyon | Tournus ensuring your trip creates many fond memories. Best of all, expert Napoleon I, honors those who have ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or tion current at the time of printing, are subject to change at on most airlines. – Glide along the River Saône and the Canal du Centre aboard the intimate Caprice. made significant contributions to of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. or before the time of departure. No revisions of the printed Day 6 Chalon-sur-Saône | Fragnes guides lead you on fascinating excursions that offer an in-depth to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the understanding of French culture Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person required) the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without •Flexibility — most programs do not require – Stroll through Tournus, Chalon-sur-Saône, Rully and Santenay. look at the local culture and history of the Burgundy region. • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of to reserve ______place(s). notice, that might become necessary, with the mutual under- Day 7 Rully | Santenay throughout the world. Throughout standing that any additional expenses will be paid by the indi- immediate ticketing, avoiding penalties for – In Beaune, admire the historic Hospices de Beaune. Space on this exclusive journey is limited to 18 travelers, and your journey. Ì vidual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole | St. Léger-sur-Dheune her career, Lafarge has been active Accept my check made payable to AHI International. responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire pro- cancellations or changes until the tickets are the trip is sure to sell out quickly, so make your reservations • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of the Ì Charge my: Ì MasterCard Ì Visa Ì Discover gram is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no – Explore Dijon, the capital of the Dukes of Burgundy. in numerous professional societies, claim other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, Day 8 Beaune region and offer personal insight into local culture. the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or issued. today! Please call AHI Travel at 1-800-323-7373 with questions particularly the American Society Card #______other condition of disability that would create a hazard for – Take a scenic drive along the Route des Grands Crus, with stops in Gevrey-Chambertin, • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms Day 9 Dijon | Côte d’Or regarding this tour. for Eighteenth-Century Studies, of this contract set out herein and in more specific pre- •A dedicated Passenger Service the Château du Clos de Vougeot and the Château de Meursault. to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream Expires______/______departure passenger information. The airlines and other Representative — a single point of Day 10 Beaune which she served as treasurer. trip with add-ons and extensions. transportation companies concerned are not to be held Among the honors she has won are responsible for any act, omission, or event, during the time A Many Included Extras Sincerely, • Safety and security. In a country where you might ______passengers are not on board their conveyances. The passage contact to assist you. Day 11 Return to Gateway City contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole con- grants from the American (Signature as it appears on credit card) not know the language or culture, their professional tract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or • Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. 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Carriers ©2013 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 800-323-7373 800-323-7373 CAPRICECAPRICE || BargeBarge HotelHotel | ACCOMMODATIONS | Cruise the French waterways aboard the two-deck Caprice, a Dutch-built barge that, at 128 Below: France Interior, Bonjour feet (39 metres), is one of the largest found along the French canals. The main deck features Basilica of by a spacious, canopied sun deck and lounge with a bar area and a dining room with picture Notre-Dame Bourgogne! Right: windows, while the lower deck is dedicated to cozy cabins, each with a private bathroom. de Fourvière, Château de Walk along the riverbank, or borrow one of the barge’s 10 multispeed bicycles. Discuss Lyon Rully Barge barging life with the captain during happy hour, mingle with your fellow travelers and feast Below: PROGRAM St. Philibert on gourmet, home-cooked meals during this unparalleled travel experience. Unparalleled HIGHLIGHTS Abbey, Tournus river travel • Spend three memorable Below right: Hospices de nights in Lyon, a UNESCO Beaune World Heritage site and The Art of Barging the capital of French Every traveler should experience a voyage by barge. This intimate, slow-moving pleasure gastronomy. cruise takes you away from other tourists and Day Nine • Learn about French cuisine major roadways to reveal the rolling hills, Dijon | Côte d’Or b | l during a specially been one of the most populated in Europe for inviting pastures, prestigious vineyards and HÔTEL LE CEP HÔTEL CARLTON LYON Excursion: Dijon. Stroll through the BEAUNE LYON arranged cooking the past six centuries. Explore the historic riverside stone villages of Burgundy, one of historic town center of Dijon, the capital of class. Presqu’île, Rue Victor-Hugo, the Opera Nouvel France’s most unforgettable regions. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Opened in 1894 and located on Lyon’s famous the Côte d’Or region and a masterpiece of and the Place des Terreaux. A day aboard the charming Caprice is the Hotels of the World association, the Hôtel Le Presqu'île, the historic Hôtel Carlton is ideally • Experience the intimacy quintessence of leisure travel. Wake to the sun European architecture. Admire its stately Cep is a romantic hideaway located within situated for exploring restaurants, museums, Cultural Event and Local Flavor: producing village and home to a castle that and romance of a canal stone mansions and half-timbered houses, Beaune’s historic ramparts. The boutique hotel shops and the city’s landmarks. It also is and enjoy a morning coffee on deck as the once belonged to Philip the Bold, Duke of barge during a three- Cooking Class. Learn tips and secrets about which date from the 15th and 16th centuries. features modern guest rooms with Wi-Fi, an conveniently located near a metro stop. Sip a French cuisine. The lesson includes how to barge floats through the dreamy contours of Burgundy. Savor a special wine tasting. night cruise through the Burgundian waterways at walking speed. Local Flavor: Feast on a traditional, elegant garden, a fitness center, a hotel bar and Rouge Carlton, the signature cocktail at the choose ingredients, how to cook in the native Return to the Caprice and continue to St. the gourmet, Michelin-starred Loiseau des hotel’s bar, before striking out to explore the Chalon-sur-Saône the heart of Burgundy. You may choose to disembark once docked, home-style lunch. style and how to prepare your delectable Excursion: Tournus. Upon your arrival in Léger-sur-Dheune, where the barge overnights. Vignes. In 2012, the readers of Travel + Leisure sophisticated capital city of French cuisine. The whether for an organized excursion, a Excursion: The Route des Grands Crus. • Engage in shore dishes. Afterward, enjoy your prepared lunch. Tournus, explore this distinctively Excursion: Rully. Explore this small magazine listed the Hôtel Le Cep as one of the hotel also has a spa with a hammam, a Turkish here’s a reason Burgundy is the country escape spontaneous bicycle ride to a nearby castle or a Embark on a scenic drive along the road that excursions by foot, Independent Exploration: The afternoon is Mediterranean-flavored town, which is famous commune and visit its 12th-century château world’s 500 best hotels. bath. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. of urban Parisians: Calm, comfort and stroll along the canal to stretch your legs. links the wine-producing towns of the Côte yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. for its flat roofs and narrow streets. Walk in and winery for a tour. Thospitality await you among its picturesque vineyards, motor coach and bicycle. Rejoin the ship to traverse the river locks, a d’Or. Visit Gevrey-Chambertin, a charming Relax for three nights in in Lyon, a chic the medieval town center and visit the historic estates and friendly villages. Most Burgundian • Explore the charm and Day Four unique and fascinating experience you will not This evening, join your fellow travelers for a village known for its Côte-de-Nuits wines, metropolis replete with historic landmarks, Lyon b 11th-century St. Philibert Abbey, a landmark of special Farewell Dinner aboard the Caprice. French Wine Classification: towns were built along the canals and rivers, with history of the towns of Day One soon forget. Or perhaps the aromas of the and explore the Château du Clos de Vougeot, “Appellations d ’Origine” awe-inspiring restaurants, lovely parks and Excursion: Vieux Lyon. Learn of the Romanesque architecture. Day Eight elaborate quays and a market area accessible to passing Dijon, Rully, Chalon- In Transit kitchen will draw you back onboard, as the chef a Renaissance mansion beloved by Burgundy As the world’s largest wine producer, France knows romantic riverside paths. Embark on a leisurely, beauty and history of Lyon’s oldest district, prepares gourmet regional cuisine that is (of Embark the Caprice and enjoy a welcome Kir Beaune b | l sur-Saône and Tournus A wine enthusiasts. Conclude with a visit and a that a wine is only as good as its grapes. As such, boats, making it the perfect region to explore by water. three-night barging experience aboard the cozy Depart for Lyon, France. known as Old St. Jean, on a guided walking Royal and the presentation of the crew, then A course!) paired with local vintages. In the After breakfast, disembark the Caprice in St. wine tasting at the incredible 17th-century French law is strict on wine classification, beginning Even if you’ve already traveled through France, you’ve on guided walking tours. Provided for Air Program participants. settle into your cabin. Breakfast, lunch and Lyon Caprice, which offers a wholly unique tour. Discover the fascinating Traboules. evening, enjoy happy hour and the company of Léger-sur-Dheune and transfer to Beaune. Château de Meursault. with the grape varieties, or cépages, and their region never seen it like this. Relax aboard your fully crewed • Enjoy the art and perspective on the serene charm and romance of Day Two Independent Exploration: The afternoon is your fellow travelers before dinner. After the sun dinner will be served aboard the ship each day Cruise toward Fragnes, and experience the Excursion: Beaune. Go on a walking tour of Day Ten of origin. Analyzed by Institut National des Appellations hotel barge and enjoy gourmet cuisine, fine wines and architecture of Beaune, Lyon d yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. has set, retire to your snug private cabin. during your cruise. the French countryside. Conclude your voyage unique sensation of the Caprice ascending 30 this picturesque city ringed by ramparts and Beaune b | d d’Origine, the oversight board of the French wine Upon arrival, transferA and check in to the Hôtel The essence of pleasure barging is the social Day Six the company of your fellow the jewel of Burgundy, with three nights in enchanting Day Five feet through a river lock to enter the Canal wine cellars. Visit the 15th-century Hospices de The day is yours to relax or explore industry, French wines are carefully subdivided Carlton Lyon. Spend the afternoon relaxing or experience. With just 18 voyagers plus your passengers, and toast à during a three-night stay. Beaune. Walk the bustling Lyon | Tournus b | l | d Chalon-sur-Saône | du Centre. Beaune, a Gothic masterpiece that served for Beaune at your leisure. into three categories: exploring at your leisure. Travel Director, you will undoubtedly find kindred Fragnes b | l | d votre santé — to your streets of Dijon, and Excursion: Les Halles and Fourvière. centuries as a hospital for the poor. The Gather for a Farewell Dinner at a 1. Vin de Table, table wine, is the lowest classification and encompasses about half of spirits and travel companions with whom you Cruise along the magnificent, tranquil Saône. Day Seven health! UNESCO discover France’s Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers during Spend your final morning in Lyon visiting some building is now a museum and the site of Beaune restaurant. all wine produced in France. If the grapes were grown entirely in France, it can be will share adventures. Get swept up in the pride Rully | Santenay | beautiful vineyards a Welcome Dinner at a local bouchon, a of its most unforgettable corners. Stroll the Excursion: Chalon. Take in the fine Burgundy’s famous charity wine auction. Day Eleven called “vin de table français.” The Historic Site of of the crew, each of whom displays a fervent St. Léger-sur-Dheune b | l | d and splendid traditional Lyonnais restaurant. local food market at Les Halles. Explore the architecture during a walking tour of Chalon, Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a Beaune In Transit b Lyon is a UNESCO World love and deep-seated knowledge of the region. 2. Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) or Vin de Pays, a step up from table wine, district of Fourvière, the site of the city’s the birthplace of photography. You may choose Float along the magnificent canal-side A chateaux along Day Three restaurant. After breakfast, transfer to the Lyon airport guarantees the grapes came from a specific French region and that the wine Heritage site featured original Roman settlement in the first century This is truly la bonne vie — the good life! to visit a museum dedicated to local resident scenery in the heart of the Chalonnais and the legendary Lyon b | l Independent Exploration: The afternoon for the return flights to your gateway city. meets that region’s production, taste and aroma standards. on this program. B.C. Soak in remarkable views at the Nicéphore Niépce, the father of photography, Côte de Beaune wine regions. Take Route des Grands Enjoy an included breakfast at your hotel each is yours to explore Beaune at your leisure. NOTE: Itinerary subject to change. Some events confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers who produced the world’s first known advantage of opportunities to walk or cycle 3. Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), the topmost wine category, is reserved for morning throughout your trip. to Tournus, where you’ll embark the Caprice. Check in to the Hôtel Le Cep. on this program involve an element of walking. Crus. as well as the magnificent Basilica of photograph — a shot of Burgundy taken from beside the Canal du Centre. a few hundred of the finest French wines. These wines are rigorously accredited Excursion: Lyon. Spend the morning on a Local Flavor: Along the way, stop at a local Included meals indicated each day as Notre-Dame de Fourvière, built in 1872. his upstairs window — in 1825. Excursion: Santenay. After lunch, stop for and adhere to unassailable qualities of taste, cultivation methods and localization. walking tour of Lyon. This sophisticated city has winery for lunch and a tasting. B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. Then board a deluxe motor coach and transfer a look around Santenay, a renowned wine- CAPRICECAPRICE || BargeBarge HotelHotel | ACCOMMODATIONS | Cruise the French waterways aboard the two-deck Caprice, a Dutch-built barge that, at 128 Below: France Interior, Bonjour feet (39 metres), is one of the largest found along the French canals. The main deck features Basilica of by a spacious, canopied sun deck and lounge with a bar area and a dining room with picture Notre-Dame Bourgogne! Right: windows, while the lower deck is dedicated to cozy cabins, each with a private bathroom. de Fourvière, Château de Walk along the riverbank, or borrow one of the barge’s 10 multispeed bicycles. Discuss Lyon Rully Barge barging life with the captain during happy hour, mingle with your fellow travelers and feast Below: PROGRAM St. Philibert on gourmet, home-cooked meals during this unparalleled travel experience. Unparalleled HIGHLIGHTS Abbey, Tournus river travel • Spend three memorable Below right: Hospices de nights in Lyon, a UNESCO Beaune World Heritage site and The Art of Barging the capital of French Every traveler should experience a voyage by barge. This intimate, slow-moving pleasure gastronomy. cruise takes you away from other tourists and Day Nine • Learn about French cuisine major roadways to reveal the rolling hills, Dijon | Côte d’Or b | l during a specially been one of the most populated in Europe for inviting pastures, prestigious vineyards and HÔTEL LE CEP HÔTEL CARLTON LYON Excursion: Dijon. Stroll through the BEAUNE LYON arranged cooking the past six centuries. Explore the historic riverside stone villages of Burgundy, one of historic town center of Dijon, the capital of class. Presqu’île, Rue Victor-Hugo, the Opera Nouvel France’s most unforgettable regions. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Opened in 1894 and located on Lyon’s famous the Côte d’Or region and a masterpiece of and the Place des Terreaux. A day aboard the charming Caprice is the Hotels of the World association, the Hôtel Le Presqu'île, the historic Hôtel Carlton is ideally • Experience the intimacy quintessence of leisure travel. Wake to the sun European architecture. Admire its stately Cep is a romantic hideaway located within situated for exploring restaurants, museums, Cultural Event and Local Flavor: producing village and home to a castle that and romance of a canal stone mansions and half-timbered houses, Beaune’s historic ramparts. The boutique hotel shops and the city’s landmarks. It also is and enjoy a morning coffee on deck as the once belonged to Philip the Bold, Duke of barge during a three- Cooking Class. Learn tips and secrets about which date from the 15th and 16th centuries. features modern guest rooms with Wi-Fi, an conveniently located near a metro stop. Sip a French cuisine. The lesson includes how to barge floats through the dreamy contours of Burgundy. Savor a special wine tasting. night cruise through the Burgundian waterways at walking speed. Local Flavor: Feast on a traditional, elegant garden, a fitness center, a hotel bar and Rouge Carlton, the signature cocktail at the choose ingredients, how to cook in the native Return to the Caprice and continue to St. the gourmet, Michelin-starred Loiseau des hotel’s bar, before striking out to explore the Chalon-sur-Saône the heart of Burgundy. You may choose to disembark once docked, home-style lunch. style and how to prepare your delectable Excursion: Tournus. Upon your arrival in Léger-sur-Dheune, where the barge overnights. Vignes. In 2012, the readers of Travel + Leisure sophisticated capital city of French cuisine. The whether for an organized excursion, a Excursion: The Route des Grands Crus. • Engage in shore dishes. Afterward, enjoy your prepared lunch. Tournus, explore this distinctively Excursion: Rully. Explore this small magazine listed the Hôtel Le Cep as one of the hotel also has a spa with a hammam, a Turkish here’s a reason Burgundy is the country escape spontaneous bicycle ride to a nearby castle or a Embark on a scenic drive along the road that excursions by foot, Independent Exploration: The afternoon is Mediterranean-flavored town, which is famous commune and visit its 12th-century château world’s 500 best hotels. bath. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. of urban Parisians: Calm, comfort and stroll along the canal to stretch your legs. links the wine-producing towns of the Côte yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. for its flat roofs and narrow streets. Walk in and winery for a tour. Thospitality await you among its picturesque vineyards, motor coach and bicycle. Rejoin the ship to traverse the river locks, a d’Or. Visit Gevrey-Chambertin, a charming Relax for three nights in in Lyon, a chic the medieval town center and visit the historic estates and friendly villages. Most Burgundian • Explore the charm and Day Four unique and fascinating experience you will not This evening, join your fellow travelers for a village known for its Côte-de-Nuits wines, metropolis replete with historic landmarks, Lyon b 11th-century St. Philibert Abbey, a landmark of special Farewell Dinner aboard the Caprice. French Wine Classification: towns were built along the canals and rivers, with history of the towns of Day One soon forget. Or perhaps the aromas of the and explore the Château du Clos de Vougeot, “Appellations d ’Origine” awe-inspiring restaurants, lovely parks and Excursion: Vieux Lyon. Learn of the Romanesque architecture. Day Eight elaborate quays and a market area accessible to passing Dijon, Rully, Chalon- In Transit kitchen will draw you back onboard, as the chef a Renaissance mansion beloved by Burgundy As the world’s largest wine producer, France knows romantic riverside paths. Embark on a leisurely, beauty and history of Lyon’s oldest district, prepares gourmet regional cuisine that is (of Embark the Caprice and enjoy a welcome Kir Beaune b | l sur-Saône and Tournus A wine enthusiasts. Conclude with a visit and a that a wine is only as good as its grapes. As such, boats, making it the perfect region to explore by water. three-night barging experience aboard the cozy Depart for Lyon, France. known as Old St. Jean, on a guided walking Royal and the presentation of the crew, then A course!) paired with local vintages. In the After breakfast, disembark the Caprice in St. wine tasting at the incredible 17th-century French law is strict on wine classification, beginning Even if you’ve already traveled through France, you’ve on guided walking tours. Provided for Air Program participants. settle into your cabin. Breakfast, lunch and Lyon Caprice, which offers a wholly unique tour. Discover the fascinating Traboules. evening, enjoy happy hour and the company of Léger-sur-Dheune and transfer to Beaune. Château de Meursault. with the grape varieties, or cépages, and their region never seen it like this. Relax aboard your fully crewed • Enjoy the art and perspective on the serene charm and romance of Day Two Independent Exploration: The afternoon is your fellow travelers before dinner. After the sun dinner will be served aboard the ship each day Cruise toward Fragnes, and experience the Excursion: Beaune. Go on a walking tour of Day Ten of origin. Analyzed by Institut National des Appellations hotel barge and enjoy gourmet cuisine, fine wines and architecture of Beaune, Lyon d yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. has set, retire to your snug private cabin. during your cruise. the French countryside. Conclude your voyage unique sensation of the Caprice ascending 30 this picturesque city ringed by ramparts and Beaune b | d d’Origine, the oversight board of the French wine Upon arrival, transferA and check in to the Hôtel The essence of pleasure barging is the social Day Six the company of your fellow the jewel of Burgundy, with three nights in enchanting Day Five feet through a river lock to enter the Canal wine cellars. Visit the 15th-century Hospices de The day is yours to relax or explore industry, French wines are carefully subdivided Carlton Lyon. Spend the afternoon relaxing or experience. With just 18 voyagers plus your passengers, and toast à during a three-night stay. Beaune. Walk the bustling Lyon | Tournus b | l | d Chalon-sur-Saône | du Centre. Beaune, a Gothic masterpiece that served for Beaune at your leisure. into three categories: exploring at your leisure. Travel Director, you will undoubtedly find kindred Fragnes b | l | d votre santé — to your streets of Dijon, and Excursion: Les Halles and Fourvière. centuries as a hospital for the poor. The Gather for a Farewell Dinner at a 1. Vin de Table, table wine, is the lowest classification and encompasses about half of spirits and travel companions with whom you Cruise along the magnificent, tranquil Saône. Day Seven health! UNESCO discover France’s Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers during Spend your final morning in Lyon visiting some building is now a museum and the site of Beaune restaurant. all wine produced in France. If the grapes were grown entirely in France, it can be will share adventures. Get swept up in the pride Rully | Santenay | beautiful vineyards a Welcome Dinner at a local bouchon, a of its most unforgettable corners. Stroll the Excursion: Chalon. Take in the fine Burgundy’s famous charity wine auction. Day Eleven called “vin de table français.” The Historic Site of of the crew, each of whom displays a fervent St. Léger-sur-Dheune b | l | d and splendid traditional Lyonnais restaurant. local food market at Les Halles. Explore the architecture during a walking tour of Chalon, Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a Beaune In Transit b Lyon is a UNESCO World love and deep-seated knowledge of the region. 2. Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) or Vin de Pays, a step up from table wine, district of Fourvière, the site of the city’s the birthplace of photography. You may choose Float along the magnificent canal-side A chateaux along Day Three restaurant. After breakfast, transfer to the Lyon airport guarantees the grapes came from a specific French region and that the wine Heritage site featured original Roman settlement in the first century This is truly la bonne vie — the good life! to visit a museum dedicated to local resident scenery in the heart of the Chalonnais and the legendary Lyon b | l Independent Exploration: The afternoon for the return flights to your gateway city. meets that region’s production, taste and aroma standards. on this program. B.C. Soak in remarkable views at the Nicéphore Niépce, the father of photography, Côte de Beaune wine regions. Take Route des Grands Enjoy an included breakfast at your hotel each is yours to explore Beaune at your leisure. NOTE: Itinerary subject to change. Some events confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers who produced the world’s first known advantage of opportunities to walk or cycle 3. Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), the topmost wine category, is reserved for morning throughout your trip. to Tournus, where you’ll embark the Caprice. Check in to the Hôtel Le Cep. on this program involve an element of walking. Crus. as well as the magnificent Basilica of photograph — a shot of Burgundy taken from beside the Canal du Centre. a few hundred of the finest French wines. These wines are rigorously accredited Excursion: Lyon. Spend the morning on a Local Flavor: Along the way, stop at a local Included meals indicated each day as Notre-Dame de Fourvière, built in 1872. his upstairs window — in 1825. Excursion: Santenay. After lunch, stop for and adhere to unassailable qualities of taste, cultivation methods and localization. walking tour of Lyon. This sophisticated city has winery for lunch and a tasting. B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. Then board a deluxe motor coach and transfer a look around Santenay, a renowned wine- CAPRICECAPRICE || BargeBarge HotelHotel | ACCOMMODATIONS | Cruise the French waterways aboard the two-deck Caprice, a Dutch-built barge that, at 128 Below: France Interior, Bonjour feet (39 metres), is one of the largest found along the French canals. The main deck features Basilica of by a spacious, canopied sun deck and lounge with a bar area and a dining room with picture Notre-Dame Bourgogne! Right: windows, while the lower deck is dedicated to cozy cabins, each with a private bathroom. de Fourvière, Château de Walk along the riverbank, or borrow one of the barge’s 10 multispeed bicycles. Discuss Lyon Rully Barge barging life with the captain during happy hour, mingle with your fellow travelers and feast Below: PROGRAM St. Philibert on gourmet, home-cooked meals during this unparalleled travel experience. Unparalleled HIGHLIGHTS Abbey, Tournus river travel • Spend three memorable Below right: Hospices de nights in Lyon, a UNESCO Beaune World Heritage site and The Art of Barging the capital of French Every traveler should experience a voyage by barge. This intimate, slow-moving pleasure gastronomy. cruise takes you away from other tourists and Day Nine • Learn about French cuisine major roadways to reveal the rolling hills, Dijon | Côte d’Or b | l during a specially been one of the most populated in Europe for inviting pastures, prestigious vineyards and HÔTEL LE CEP HÔTEL CARLTON LYON Excursion: Dijon. Stroll through the BEAUNE LYON arranged cooking the past six centuries. Explore the historic riverside stone villages of Burgundy, one of historic town center of Dijon, the capital of class. Presqu’île, Rue Victor-Hugo, the Opera Nouvel France’s most unforgettable regions. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Opened in 1894 and located on Lyon’s famous the Côte d’Or region and a masterpiece of and the Place des Terreaux. A day aboard the charming Caprice is the Hotels of the World association, the Hôtel Le Presqu'île, the historic Hôtel Carlton is ideally • Experience the intimacy quintessence of leisure travel. Wake to the sun European architecture. Admire its stately Cep is a romantic hideaway located within situated for exploring restaurants, museums, Cultural Event and Local Flavor: producing village and home to a castle that and romance of a canal stone mansions and half-timbered houses, Beaune’s historic ramparts. The boutique hotel shops and the city’s landmarks. It also is and enjoy a morning coffee on deck as the once belonged to Philip the Bold, Duke of barge during a three- Cooking Class. Learn tips and secrets about which date from the 15th and 16th centuries. features modern guest rooms with Wi-Fi, an conveniently located near a metro stop. Sip a French cuisine. The lesson includes how to barge floats through the dreamy contours of Burgundy. Savor a special wine tasting. night cruise through the Burgundian waterways at walking speed. Local Flavor: Feast on a traditional, elegant garden, a fitness center, a hotel bar and Rouge Carlton, the signature cocktail at the choose ingredients, how to cook in the native Return to the Caprice and continue to St. the gourmet, Michelin-starred Loiseau des hotel’s bar, before striking out to explore the Chalon-sur-Saône the heart of Burgundy. You may choose to disembark once docked, home-style lunch. style and how to prepare your delectable Excursion: Tournus. Upon your arrival in Léger-sur-Dheune, where the barge overnights. Vignes. In 2012, the readers of Travel + Leisure sophisticated capital city of French cuisine. The whether for an organized excursion, a Excursion: The Route des Grands Crus. • Engage in shore dishes. Afterward, enjoy your prepared lunch. Tournus, explore this distinctively Excursion: Rully. Explore this small magazine listed the Hôtel Le Cep as one of the hotel also has a spa with a hammam, a Turkish here’s a reason Burgundy is the country escape spontaneous bicycle ride to a nearby castle or a Embark on a scenic drive along the road that excursions by foot, Independent Exploration: The afternoon is Mediterranean-flavored town, which is famous commune and visit its 12th-century château world’s 500 best hotels. bath. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. of urban Parisians: Calm, comfort and stroll along the canal to stretch your legs. links the wine-producing towns of the Côte yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. for its flat roofs and narrow streets. Walk in and winery for a tour. Thospitality await you among its picturesque vineyards, motor coach and bicycle. Rejoin the ship to traverse the river locks, a d’Or. Visit Gevrey-Chambertin, a charming Relax for three nights in in Lyon, a chic the medieval town center and visit the historic estates and friendly villages. Most Burgundian • Explore the charm and Day Four unique and fascinating experience you will not This evening, join your fellow travelers for a village known for its Côte-de-Nuits wines, metropolis replete with historic landmarks, Lyon b 11th-century St. Philibert Abbey, a landmark of special Farewell Dinner aboard the Caprice. French Wine Classification: towns were built along the canals and rivers, with history of the towns of Day One soon forget. Or perhaps the aromas of the and explore the Château du Clos de Vougeot, “Appellations d ’Origine” awe-inspiring restaurants, lovely parks and Excursion: Vieux Lyon. Learn of the Romanesque architecture. Day Eight elaborate quays and a market area accessible to passing Dijon, Rully, Chalon- In Transit kitchen will draw you back onboard, as the chef a Renaissance mansion beloved by Burgundy As the world’s largest wine producer, France knows romantic riverside paths. Embark on a leisurely, beauty and history of Lyon’s oldest district, prepares gourmet regional cuisine that is (of Embark the Caprice and enjoy a welcome Kir Beaune b | l sur-Saône and Tournus A wine enthusiasts. Conclude with a visit and a that a wine is only as good as its grapes. As such, boats, making it the perfect region to explore by water. three-night barging experience aboard the cozy Depart for Lyon, France. known as Old St. Jean, on a guided walking Royal and the presentation of the crew, then A course!) paired with local vintages. In the After breakfast, disembark the Caprice in St. wine tasting at the incredible 17th-century French law is strict on wine classification, beginning Even if you’ve already traveled through France, you’ve on guided walking tours. Provided for Air Program participants. settle into your cabin. Breakfast, lunch and Lyon Caprice, which offers a wholly unique tour. Discover the fascinating Traboules. evening, enjoy happy hour and the company of Léger-sur-Dheune and transfer to Beaune. Château de Meursault. with the grape varieties, or cépages, and their region never seen it like this. Relax aboard your fully crewed • Enjoy the art and perspective on the serene charm and romance of Day Two Independent Exploration: The afternoon is your fellow travelers before dinner. After the sun dinner will be served aboard the ship each day Cruise toward Fragnes, and experience the Excursion: Beaune. Go on a walking tour of Day Ten of origin. Analyzed by Institut National des Appellations hotel barge and enjoy gourmet cuisine, fine wines and architecture of Beaune, Lyon d yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. has set, retire to your snug private cabin. during your cruise. the French countryside. Conclude your voyage unique sensation of the Caprice ascending 30 this picturesque city ringed by ramparts and Beaune b | d d’Origine, the oversight board of the French wine Upon arrival, transferA and check in to the Hôtel The essence of pleasure barging is the social Day Six the company of your fellow the jewel of Burgundy, with three nights in enchanting Day Five feet through a river lock to enter the Canal wine cellars. Visit the 15th-century Hospices de The day is yours to relax or explore industry, French wines are carefully subdivided Carlton Lyon. Spend the afternoon relaxing or experience. With just 18 voyagers plus your passengers, and toast à during a three-night stay. Beaune. Walk the bustling Lyon | Tournus b | l | d Chalon-sur-Saône | du Centre. Beaune, a Gothic masterpiece that served for Beaune at your leisure. into three categories: exploring at your leisure. Travel Director, you will undoubtedly find kindred Fragnes b | l | d votre santé — to your streets of Dijon, and Excursion: Les Halles and Fourvière. centuries as a hospital for the poor. The Gather for a Farewell Dinner at a 1. Vin de Table, table wine, is the lowest classification and encompasses about half of spirits and travel companions with whom you Cruise along the magnificent, tranquil Saône. Day Seven health! UNESCO discover France’s Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers during Spend your final morning in Lyon visiting some building is now a museum and the site of Beaune restaurant. all wine produced in France. If the grapes were grown entirely in France, it can be will share adventures. Get swept up in the pride Rully | Santenay | beautiful vineyards a Welcome Dinner at a local bouchon, a of its most unforgettable corners. Stroll the Excursion: Chalon. Take in the fine Burgundy’s famous charity wine auction. Day Eleven called “vin de table français.” The Historic Site of of the crew, each of whom displays a fervent St. Léger-sur-Dheune b | l | d and splendid traditional Lyonnais restaurant. local food market at Les Halles. Explore the architecture during a walking tour of Chalon, Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a Beaune In Transit b Lyon is a UNESCO World love and deep-seated knowledge of the region. 2. Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) or Vin de Pays, a step up from table wine, district of Fourvière, the site of the city’s the birthplace of photography. You may choose Float along the magnificent canal-side A chateaux along Day Three restaurant. After breakfast, transfer to the Lyon airport guarantees the grapes came from a specific French region and that the wine Heritage site featured original Roman settlement in the first century This is truly la bonne vie — the good life! to visit a museum dedicated to local resident scenery in the heart of the Chalonnais and the legendary Lyon b | l Independent Exploration: The afternoon for the return flights to your gateway city. meets that region’s production, taste and aroma standards. on this program. B.C. Soak in remarkable views at the Nicéphore Niépce, the father of photography, Côte de Beaune wine regions. Take Route des Grands Enjoy an included breakfast at your hotel each is yours to explore Beaune at your leisure. NOTE: Itinerary subject to change. Some events confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers who produced the world’s first known advantage of opportunities to walk or cycle 3. Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), the topmost wine category, is reserved for morning throughout your trip. to Tournus, where you’ll embark the Caprice. Check in to the Hôtel Le Cep. on this program involve an element of walking. Crus. as well as the magnificent Basilica of photograph — a shot of Burgundy taken from beside the Canal du Centre. a few hundred of the finest French wines. These wines are rigorously accredited Excursion: Lyon. Spend the morning on a Local Flavor: Along the way, stop at a local Included meals indicated each day as Notre-Dame de Fourvière, built in 1872. his upstairs window — in 1825. Excursion: Santenay. After lunch, stop for and adhere to unassailable qualities of taste, cultivation methods and localization. walking tour of Lyon. This sophisticated city has winery for lunch and a tasting. B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. Then board a deluxe motor coach and transfer a look around Santenay, a renowned wine- CAPRICECAPRICE || BargeBarge HotelHotel | ACCOMMODATIONS | Cruise the French waterways aboard the two-deck Caprice, a Dutch-built barge that, at 128 Below: France Interior, Bonjour feet (39 metres), is one of the largest found along the French canals. The main deck features Basilica of by a spacious, canopied sun deck and lounge with a bar area and a dining room with picture Notre-Dame Bourgogne! Right: windows, while the lower deck is dedicated to cozy cabins, each with a private bathroom. de Fourvière, Château de Walk along the riverbank, or borrow one of the barge’s 10 multispeed bicycles. Discuss Lyon Rully Barge barging life with the captain during happy hour, mingle with your fellow travelers and feast Below: PROGRAM St. Philibert on gourmet, home-cooked meals during this unparalleled travel experience. Unparalleled HIGHLIGHTS Abbey, Tournus river travel • Spend three memorable Below right: Hospices de nights in Lyon, a UNESCO Beaune World Heritage site and The Art of Barging the capital of French Every traveler should experience a voyage by barge. This intimate, slow-moving pleasure gastronomy. cruise takes you away from other tourists and Day Nine • Learn about French cuisine major roadways to reveal the rolling hills, Dijon | Côte d’Or b | l during a specially been one of the most populated in Europe for inviting pastures, prestigious vineyards and HÔTEL LE CEP HÔTEL CARLTON LYON Excursion: Dijon. Stroll through the BEAUNE LYON arranged cooking the past six centuries. Explore the historic riverside stone villages of Burgundy, one of historic town center of Dijon, the capital of class. Presqu’île, Rue Victor-Hugo, the Opera Nouvel France’s most unforgettable regions. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Opened in 1894 and located on Lyon’s famous the Côte d’Or region and a masterpiece of and the Place des Terreaux. A day aboard the charming Caprice is the Hotels of the World association, the Hôtel Le Presqu'île, the historic Hôtel Carlton is ideally • Experience the intimacy quintessence of leisure travel. Wake to the sun European architecture. Admire its stately Cep is a romantic hideaway located within situated for exploring restaurants, museums, Cultural Event and Local Flavor: producing village and home to a castle that and romance of a canal stone mansions and half-timbered houses, Beaune’s historic ramparts. The boutique hotel shops and the city’s landmarks. It also is and enjoy a morning coffee on deck as the once belonged to Philip the Bold, Duke of barge during a three- Cooking Class. Learn tips and secrets about which date from the 15th and 16th centuries. features modern guest rooms with Wi-Fi, an conveniently located near a metro stop. Sip a French cuisine. The lesson includes how to barge floats through the dreamy contours of Burgundy. Savor a special wine tasting. night cruise through the Burgundian waterways at walking speed. Local Flavor: Feast on a traditional, elegant garden, a fitness center, a hotel bar and Rouge Carlton, the signature cocktail at the choose ingredients, how to cook in the native Return to the Caprice and continue to St. the gourmet, Michelin-starred Loiseau des hotel’s bar, before striking out to explore the Chalon-sur-Saône the heart of Burgundy. You may choose to disembark once docked, home-style lunch. style and how to prepare your delectable Excursion: Tournus. Upon your arrival in Léger-sur-Dheune, where the barge overnights. Vignes. In 2012, the readers of Travel + Leisure sophisticated capital city of French cuisine. The whether for an organized excursion, a Excursion: The Route des Grands Crus. • Engage in shore dishes. Afterward, enjoy your prepared lunch. Tournus, explore this distinctively Excursion: Rully. Explore this small magazine listed the Hôtel Le Cep as one of the hotel also has a spa with a hammam, a Turkish here’s a reason Burgundy is the country escape spontaneous bicycle ride to a nearby castle or a Embark on a scenic drive along the road that excursions by foot, Independent Exploration: The afternoon is Mediterranean-flavored town, which is famous commune and visit its 12th-century château world’s 500 best hotels. bath. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. of urban Parisians: Calm, comfort and stroll along the canal to stretch your legs. links the wine-producing towns of the Côte yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. for its flat roofs and narrow streets. Walk in and winery for a tour. Thospitality await you among its picturesque vineyards, motor coach and bicycle. Rejoin the ship to traverse the river locks, a d’Or. Visit Gevrey-Chambertin, a charming Relax for three nights in in Lyon, a chic the medieval town center and visit the historic estates and friendly villages. Most Burgundian • Explore the charm and Day Four unique and fascinating experience you will not This evening, join your fellow travelers for a village known for its Côte-de-Nuits wines, metropolis replete with historic landmarks, Lyon b 11th-century St. Philibert Abbey, a landmark of special Farewell Dinner aboard the Caprice. French Wine Classification: towns were built along the canals and rivers, with history of the towns of Day One soon forget. Or perhaps the aromas of the and explore the Château du Clos de Vougeot, “Appellations d ’Origine” awe-inspiring restaurants, lovely parks and Excursion: Vieux Lyon. Learn of the Romanesque architecture. Day Eight elaborate quays and a market area accessible to passing Dijon, Rully, Chalon- In Transit kitchen will draw you back onboard, as the chef a Renaissance mansion beloved by Burgundy As the world’s largest wine producer, France knows romantic riverside paths. Embark on a leisurely, beauty and history of Lyon’s oldest district, prepares gourmet regional cuisine that is (of Embark the Caprice and enjoy a welcome Kir Beaune b | l sur-Saône and Tournus A wine enthusiasts. Conclude with a visit and a that a wine is only as good as its grapes. As such, boats, making it the perfect region to explore by water. three-night barging experience aboard the cozy Depart for Lyon, France. known as Old St. Jean, on a guided walking Royal and the presentation of the crew, then A course!) paired with local vintages. In the After breakfast, disembark the Caprice in St. wine tasting at the incredible 17th-century French law is strict on wine classification, beginning Even if you’ve already traveled through France, you’ve on guided walking tours. Provided for Air Program participants. settle into your cabin. Breakfast, lunch and Lyon Caprice, which offers a wholly unique tour. Discover the fascinating Traboules. evening, enjoy happy hour and the company of Léger-sur-Dheune and transfer to Beaune. Château de Meursault. with the grape varieties, or cépages, and their region never seen it like this. Relax aboard your fully crewed • Enjoy the art and perspective on the serene charm and romance of Day Two Independent Exploration: The afternoon is your fellow travelers before dinner. After the sun dinner will be served aboard the ship each day Cruise toward Fragnes, and experience the Excursion: Beaune. Go on a walking tour of Day Ten of origin. Analyzed by Institut National des Appellations hotel barge and enjoy gourmet cuisine, fine wines and architecture of Beaune, Lyon d yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. has set, retire to your snug private cabin. during your cruise. the French countryside. Conclude your voyage unique sensation of the Caprice ascending 30 this picturesque city ringed by ramparts and Beaune b | d d’Origine, the oversight board of the French wine Upon arrival, transferA and check in to the Hôtel The essence of pleasure barging is the social Day Six the company of your fellow the jewel of Burgundy, with three nights in enchanting Day Five feet through a river lock to enter the Canal wine cellars. Visit the 15th-century Hospices de The day is yours to relax or explore industry, French wines are carefully subdivided Carlton Lyon. Spend the afternoon relaxing or experience. With just 18 voyagers plus your passengers, and toast à during a three-night stay. Beaune. Walk the bustling Lyon | Tournus b | l | d Chalon-sur-Saône | du Centre. Beaune, a Gothic masterpiece that served for Beaune at your leisure. into three categories: exploring at your leisure. Travel Director, you will undoubtedly find kindred Fragnes b | l | d votre santé — to your streets of Dijon, and Excursion: Les Halles and Fourvière. centuries as a hospital for the poor. The Gather for a Farewell Dinner at a 1. Vin de Table, table wine, is the lowest classification and encompasses about half of spirits and travel companions with whom you Cruise along the magnificent, tranquil Saône. Day Seven health! UNESCO discover France’s Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers during Spend your final morning in Lyon visiting some building is now a museum and the site of Beaune restaurant. all wine produced in France. If the grapes were grown entirely in France, it can be will share adventures. Get swept up in the pride Rully | Santenay | beautiful vineyards a Welcome Dinner at a local bouchon, a of its most unforgettable corners. Stroll the Excursion: Chalon. Take in the fine Burgundy’s famous charity wine auction. Day Eleven called “vin de table français.” The Historic Site of of the crew, each of whom displays a fervent St. Léger-sur-Dheune b | l | d and splendid traditional Lyonnais restaurant. local food market at Les Halles. Explore the architecture during a walking tour of Chalon, Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a Beaune In Transit b Lyon is a UNESCO World love and deep-seated knowledge of the region. 2. Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) or Vin de Pays, a step up from table wine, district of Fourvière, the site of the city’s the birthplace of photography. You may choose Float along the magnificent canal-side A chateaux along Day Three restaurant. After breakfast, transfer to the Lyon airport guarantees the grapes came from a specific French region and that the wine Heritage site featured original Roman settlement in the first century This is truly la bonne vie — the good life! to visit a museum dedicated to local resident scenery in the heart of the Chalonnais and the legendary Lyon b | l Independent Exploration: The afternoon for the return flights to your gateway city. meets that region’s production, taste and aroma standards. on this program. B.C. Soak in remarkable views at the Nicéphore Niépce, the father of photography, Côte de Beaune wine regions. Take Route des Grands Enjoy an included breakfast at your hotel each is yours to explore Beaune at your leisure. NOTE: Itinerary subject to change. Some events confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers who produced the world’s first known advantage of opportunities to walk or cycle 3. Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), the topmost wine category, is reserved for morning throughout your trip. to Tournus, where you’ll embark the Caprice. Check in to the Hôtel Le Cep. on this program involve an element of walking. Crus. as well as the magnificent Basilica of photograph — a shot of Burgundy taken from beside the Canal du Centre. a few hundred of the finest French wines. These wines are rigorously accredited Excursion: Lyon. Spend the morning on a Local Flavor: Along the way, stop at a local Included meals indicated each day as Notre-Dame de Fourvière, built in 1872. his upstairs window — in 1825. Excursion: Santenay. After lunch, stop for and adhere to unassailable qualities of taste, cultivation methods and localization. walking tour of Lyon. This sophisticated city has winery for lunch and a tasting. B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. Then board a deluxe motor coach and transfer a look around Santenay, a renowned wine- CAPRICECAPRICE || BargeBarge HotelHotel | ACCOMMODATIONS | Cruise the French waterways aboard the two-deck Caprice, a Dutch-built barge that, at 128 Below: France Interior, Bonjour feet (39 metres), is one of the largest found along the French canals. The main deck features Basilica of by a spacious, canopied sun deck and lounge with a bar area and a dining room with picture Notre-Dame Bourgogne! Right: windows, while the lower deck is dedicated to cozy cabins, each with a private bathroom. de Fourvière, Château de Walk along the riverbank, or borrow one of the barge’s 10 multispeed bicycles. Discuss Lyon Rully Barge barging life with the captain during happy hour, mingle with your fellow travelers and feast Below: PROGRAM St. Philibert on gourmet, home-cooked meals during this unparalleled travel experience. Unparalleled HIGHLIGHTS Abbey, Tournus river travel • Spend three memorable Below right: Hospices de nights in Lyon, a UNESCO Beaune World Heritage site and The Art of Barging the capital of French Every traveler should experience a voyage by barge. This intimate, slow-moving pleasure gastronomy. cruise takes you away from other tourists and Day Nine • Learn about French cuisine major roadways to reveal the rolling hills, Dijon | Côte d’Or b | l during a specially been one of the most populated in Europe for inviting pastures, prestigious vineyards and HÔTEL LE CEP HÔTEL CARLTON LYON Excursion: Dijon. Stroll through the BEAUNE LYON arranged cooking the past six centuries. Explore the historic riverside stone villages of Burgundy, one of historic town center of Dijon, the capital of class. Presqu’île, Rue Victor-Hugo, the Opera Nouvel France’s most unforgettable regions. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Opened in 1894 and located on Lyon’s famous the Côte d’Or region and a masterpiece of and the Place des Terreaux. A day aboard the charming Caprice is the Hotels of the World association, the Hôtel Le Presqu'île, the historic Hôtel Carlton is ideally • Experience the intimacy quintessence of leisure travel. Wake to the sun European architecture. Admire its stately Cep is a romantic hideaway located within situated for exploring restaurants, museums, Cultural Event and Local Flavor: producing village and home to a castle that and romance of a canal stone mansions and half-timbered houses, Beaune’s historic ramparts. The boutique hotel shops and the city’s landmarks. It also is and enjoy a morning coffee on deck as the once belonged to Philip the Bold, Duke of barge during a three- Cooking Class. Learn tips and secrets about which date from the 15th and 16th centuries. features modern guest rooms with Wi-Fi, an conveniently located near a metro stop. Sip a French cuisine. The lesson includes how to barge floats through the dreamy contours of Burgundy. Savor a special wine tasting. night cruise through the Burgundian waterways at walking speed. Local Flavor: Feast on a traditional, elegant garden, a fitness center, a hotel bar and Rouge Carlton, the signature cocktail at the choose ingredients, how to cook in the native Return to the Caprice and continue to St. the gourmet, Michelin-starred Loiseau des hotel’s bar, before striking out to explore the Chalon-sur-Saône the heart of Burgundy. You may choose to disembark once docked, home-style lunch. style and how to prepare your delectable Excursion: Tournus. Upon your arrival in Léger-sur-Dheune, where the barge overnights. Vignes. In 2012, the readers of Travel + Leisure sophisticated capital city of French cuisine. The whether for an organized excursion, a Excursion: The Route des Grands Crus. • Engage in shore dishes. Afterward, enjoy your prepared lunch. Tournus, explore this distinctively Excursion: Rully. Explore this small magazine listed the Hôtel Le Cep as one of the hotel also has a spa with a hammam, a Turkish here’s a reason Burgundy is the country escape spontaneous bicycle ride to a nearby castle or a Embark on a scenic drive along the road that excursions by foot, Independent Exploration: The afternoon is Mediterranean-flavored town, which is famous commune and visit its 12th-century château world’s 500 best hotels. bath. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. of urban Parisians: Calm, comfort and stroll along the canal to stretch your legs. links the wine-producing towns of the Côte yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. for its flat roofs and narrow streets. Walk in and winery for a tour. Thospitality await you among its picturesque vineyards, motor coach and bicycle. Rejoin the ship to traverse the river locks, a d’Or. Visit Gevrey-Chambertin, a charming Relax for three nights in in Lyon, a chic the medieval town center and visit the historic estates and friendly villages. Most Burgundian • Explore the charm and Day Four unique and fascinating experience you will not This evening, join your fellow travelers for a village known for its Côte-de-Nuits wines, metropolis replete with historic landmarks, Lyon b 11th-century St. Philibert Abbey, a landmark of special Farewell Dinner aboard the Caprice. French Wine Classification: towns were built along the canals and rivers, with history of the towns of Day One soon forget. Or perhaps the aromas of the and explore the Château du Clos de Vougeot, “Appellations d ’Origine” awe-inspiring restaurants, lovely parks and Excursion: Vieux Lyon. Learn of the Romanesque architecture. Day Eight elaborate quays and a market area accessible to passing Dijon, Rully, Chalon- In Transit kitchen will draw you back onboard, as the chef a Renaissance mansion beloved by Burgundy As the world’s largest wine producer, France knows romantic riverside paths. Embark on a leisurely, beauty and history of Lyon’s oldest district, prepares gourmet regional cuisine that is (of Embark the Caprice and enjoy a welcome Kir Beaune b | l sur-Saône and Tournus A wine enthusiasts. Conclude with a visit and a that a wine is only as good as its grapes. As such, boats, making it the perfect region to explore by water. three-night barging experience aboard the cozy Depart for Lyon, France. known as Old St. Jean, on a guided walking Royal and the presentation of the crew, then A course!) paired with local vintages. In the After breakfast, disembark the Caprice in St. wine tasting at the incredible 17th-century French law is strict on wine classification, beginning Even if you’ve already traveled through France, you’ve on guided walking tours. Provided for Air Program participants. settle into your cabin. Breakfast, lunch and Lyon Caprice, which offers a wholly unique tour. Discover the fascinating Traboules. evening, enjoy happy hour and the company of Léger-sur-Dheune and transfer to Beaune. Château de Meursault. with the grape varieties, or cépages, and their region never seen it like this. Relax aboard your fully crewed • Enjoy the art and perspective on the serene charm and romance of Day Two Independent Exploration: The afternoon is your fellow travelers before dinner. After the sun dinner will be served aboard the ship each day Cruise toward Fragnes, and experience the Excursion: Beaune. Go on a walking tour of Day Ten of origin. Analyzed by Institut National des Appellations hotel barge and enjoy gourmet cuisine, fine wines and architecture of Beaune, Lyon d yours to explore Lyon at your leisure. has set, retire to your snug private cabin. during your cruise. the French countryside. Conclude your voyage unique sensation of the Caprice ascending 30 this picturesque city ringed by ramparts and Beaune b | d d’Origine, the oversight board of the French wine Upon arrival, transferA and check in to the Hôtel The essence of pleasure barging is the social Day Six the company of your fellow the jewel of Burgundy, with three nights in enchanting Day Five feet through a river lock to enter the Canal wine cellars. Visit the 15th-century Hospices de The day is yours to relax or explore industry, French wines are carefully subdivided Carlton Lyon. Spend the afternoon relaxing or experience. With just 18 voyagers plus your passengers, and toast à during a three-night stay. Beaune. Walk the bustling Lyon | Tournus b | l | d Chalon-sur-Saône | du Centre. Beaune, a Gothic masterpiece that served for Beaune at your leisure. into three categories: exploring at your leisure. Travel Director, you will undoubtedly find kindred Fragnes b | l | d votre santé — to your streets of Dijon, and Excursion: Les Halles and Fourvière. centuries as a hospital for the poor. The Gather for a Farewell Dinner at a 1. Vin de Table, table wine, is the lowest classification and encompasses about half of spirits and travel companions with whom you Cruise along the magnificent, tranquil Saône. Day Seven health! UNESCO discover France’s Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers during Spend your final morning in Lyon visiting some building is now a museum and the site of Beaune restaurant. all wine produced in France. If the grapes were grown entirely in France, it can be will share adventures. Get swept up in the pride Rully | Santenay | beautiful vineyards a Welcome Dinner at a local bouchon, a of its most unforgettable corners. Stroll the Excursion: Chalon. Take in the fine Burgundy’s famous charity wine auction. Day Eleven called “vin de table français.” The Historic Site of of the crew, each of whom displays a fervent St. Léger-sur-Dheune b | l | d and splendid traditional Lyonnais restaurant. local food market at Les Halles. Explore the architecture during a walking tour of Chalon, Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a Beaune In Transit b Lyon is a UNESCO World love and deep-seated knowledge of the region. 2. Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) or Vin de Pays, a step up from table wine, district of Fourvière, the site of the city’s the birthplace of photography. You may choose Float along the magnificent canal-side A chateaux along Day Three restaurant. After breakfast, transfer to the Lyon airport guarantees the grapes came from a specific French region and that the wine Heritage site featured original Roman settlement in the first century This is truly la bonne vie — the good life! to visit a museum dedicated to local resident scenery in the heart of the Chalonnais and the legendary Lyon b | l Independent Exploration: The afternoon for the return flights to your gateway city. meets that region’s production, taste and aroma standards. on this program. B.C. Soak in remarkable views at the Nicéphore Niépce, the father of photography, Côte de Beaune wine regions. Take Route des Grands Enjoy an included breakfast at your hotel each is yours to explore Beaune at your leisure. NOTE: Itinerary subject to change. Some events confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers who produced the world’s first known advantage of opportunities to walk or cycle 3. Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), the topmost wine category, is reserved for morning throughout your trip. to Tournus, where you’ll embark the Caprice. Check in to the Hôtel Le Cep. on this program involve an element of walking. Crus. as well as the magnificent Basilica of photograph — a shot of Burgundy taken from beside the Canal du Centre. a few hundred of the finest French wines. These wines are rigorously accredited Excursion: Lyon. Spend the morning on a Local Flavor: Along the way, stop at a local Included meals indicated each day as Notre-Dame de Fourvière, built in 1872. his upstairs window — in 1825. Excursion: Santenay. After lunch, stop for and adhere to unassailable qualities of taste, cultivation methods and localization. walking tour of Lyon. This sophisticated city has winery for lunch and a tasting. B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. Then board a deluxe motor coach and transfer a look around Santenay, a renowned wine- NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, Reserve your trip to Burgundy today! entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry | INCLUDED FEATURES | cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included fea- For Office Use Only: B #: ______Date: ______tures; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. LAND PROGRAM PSR: ______MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to Accommodations Trip #:20-21207W decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or October 4-13, 2014 Paid Send to: Barging in Burgundy whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger •Three nights in Lyon, France, at the