Cruise Provence & Burgundy
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NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT RIVER for Solo Travelers JO URNEY Cruise Provence & Burgundy Featuring Avignon, Lyon and Beaune Inspiring Moments >Savor the romance of river cruising through a landscape of bucolic countryside, flourishing vineyards and lavender-scented foothills. INCLUDED FEATURES >Delight in Lyon, a metropolis replete with scenic parks, riverside paths and Accommodations Itinerary a beautiful, historic old town. (with baggage handling) Day 1 Depart gateway city A >Sip world-class Burgundian wines in – Unpack once and cruise for 7 nights Day 2 Arrive in Lyon | Transfer A to Beaune, the capital of Burgundy’s aboard the exclusively chartered, Chalon-sur-Saône | Embark ship celebrated wine industry. first-class MS Van Gogh. Day 3 Beaune >Follow in the footsteps of ancient Extensive Meal Program Day 4 Macon | Cluny Romans and brave gladiators in the historic monuments of Arles. – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners, Day 5 Lyon > including Welcome and Farewell Day 6 Lyon | Viviers Witness medieval Avignon, a city that served as the center of the Roman Dinners; all drinks included on board Day 7 Avignon except special wines and spirits. Catholic world from 1309 to 1377. Day 8 Arles | Camargue Nature Park >Experience five UNESCO World – Opportunities to sample authentic Day 9 Disembark ship | Transfer Heritage sites and one Biosphere cuisine and local flavors. to Marseille airport and depart A Reserve. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey for gateway city Ancient Popes Palace, Avignon – Discovery excursions, including ATransfers and flights included for AHI FlexAir participants. a choice of PERSONALIZE YOUR Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. JOURNEY options, highlight the local Walking is required on many excursions. culture, heritage and history. – Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance your insight into the region. – Welcome and Farewell Receptions to mingle with fellow travelers. – Free time to pursue your own interests. – A personal VOX headset to hear your Alumni C amp us Abroad® English-speaking guide clearly. – Tipping of guides and drivers. – Complimentary travel mementos. 800-323-7373 www.alumni.jhu.edu CRUISE PROVENCE & BURGUNDY Discovery Enrichment Elective Experiences Beaune. Experience the captivating Avignon’s Popes. Learn how Avignon Sometimes you want a more ambience of Beaune during a walking was transformed in the 14th century in-depth experience to take you further tour. Stroll the town's cobbled streets, from a sleepy community to the capital afield. That’s why we designed two passing ramparts, inviting squares and of Roman Catholicism as the residence extensions to allow you to craft your intimate cafes. Visit the 15th-century of seven French popes. individual travel experience. Hôtel-Dieu, or the Hospices de Beaune, The History of Provence and the Lyon. Extend your exploration of Lyon a Gothic-style building recognized for its Rhône River. Gain insight into the during a two-night extension while extravagant, colorful roof. The hotel is region while discussing the important staying in the heart of the city. Enjoy a now the headquarters for Burgundy's events and people who helped shape food tour through Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO charity wine auction, hosted in Beaune the area. World Heritage site and learn about the since 1859. Cap off your excursion with local food culture. a delicious tasting of Beaune wines. Benedictine Abbey of Cluny. These Elective experiences available at an additional cost. exceptional ruins are all that remain of one of the greatest religious buildings in the Christian world. Founded in 910 by UNESCO World Heritage William I the Pious, construction was completed in the mid-12th century and 1. Arles, Roman and Romanesque today the ruins stand tribute to the Monuments inimitable grandeur of the settlement. 2. Roman Theatre and its Surroundings Avignon. Take a walking tour through Parc Regional de Camargue and the “Triumphal Arch” of Orange Avignon, a walled city nestled on the 3. Historic Site of Lyon banks of the Rhône River. This lovely city AHI Travel Expertise 4. Historic Centre of Avignon: is home to many remarkable buildings, Passenger Service Representative | Papal Palace including the Chapelle de l’Oratoire and Helps with everything from arranging 5. Pont du Gard the Saint-Agricol Church. Visit the flights to fulfilling special requests. Palace of the Popes, exploring the 6. Camargue (Biosphere Reserve) Travel Director | Manages all details staterooms and the papal apartments. to ensure a memorable trip . Arles. Extraordinary Roman and Travel information | Prepares you fully Romanesque monuments fill this special Let us arrange your flights! for your journey. city. The ancient amphitheater Les A AHI FlexAir | Our personalized air Arènes testifies to the city’s prestige Expert local guides | Provide friendly, program offers incredible advantages: within the Roman Empire. Other knowledgeable service. – price guarantee highlights include the ruins of the Baths Lecturers | Share their knowledge of – arrival and departure transfers of Constantine, the Place du Forum and and passion for their country. Cathedral of St.Trôphime. – flexibility to change or cancel – assistance with changes or delays Camargue Nature Park. Discover the – flight insurance river delta of the Camargue Natural Park, Accommodations a UNESCO designated biosphere home MS Van Gogh to pink flamingos, white egrets, herons and http://bit.ly/croisieuropemsvangogh more. Along the way, guides share their 2020 DATES & PRICES knowledge about this extraordinary area. September 26 – October 4 Choose from a selection of PERSONALIZE YOUR JOURNEY From Price $3,945 excursions in these locales: Lyon Special Savings $250 Panoramic Lyon Lyon Bike Tour (Active) Special From Price $3,695 Viviers Port charges are an additional $395 per person. Cotes du Rhone All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation Gorges de l’Ardeche costs (unless otherwise stated). Avignon Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This Orange The information in this flier is correct offer is limited, capacity-controlled and tends to sell out at the time of printing. Please visit our quickly. Pont du Gard website to ensure that you receive the most current information. 2020-2.