b'HISTORICEXPLORATIONAn important part of the Roman Empire with Via Agrippa following the route of the Rhne, southern France still unveils many remnantsFRENCH GASTRONOMYof this time to its visitors. The Popes Palace recalls Avignons place in papal history, the iconic Pont du Gard is a breathtaking sight to behold, while a stroll among the streets of Arles can lead to a gladiatorial amphitheatre.Discover our Provence & the Elegant Rhne cruise on page 52.ARLES AVIGNON Becaptivated by French riversUncover the elegance of France, cruising its iconic rivers. Drift along the Rhne, where sunlit vineyards and historic towns like Avignon offer a taste of Provenal life. Explore the Seine, winding past world-famous landmarks and picturesque countryside. Along the Dordogne or the Garonne, Bordeauxs world-renowned wine region invites you to indulge in its flavours and traditions. ARTISTIC EXCURSIONSLandscapes that inspired countless famed artists line the banks of the Seine as it winds from the landmarks of Paris to the harbours of Normandy. Uncover the influence of Vincent van Gogh among the weathered windmills of Auvers-sur-Oise, seek scenes painted by Georges Seurat in Honfleur and visit Claude Monets garden at Giverny. Follow in the footsteps of the impressionists on our Paris, Normandy & the River SeineCLAUDE MONETS HOUSE, GIVERNY NOTRE DAME cruise on page 54.'