b'AVIGNON PROVENCE AND THE ELEGANT RHNEWHATS INCLUDEDTHE RHNE RIVERYOUR ITINERARYDay 1 - London, Lyon and Beaune UK Tour Manager until Leaving London St Pancras on the Eurostar, we travel to Paris andbreed only found in this part of the world - the famous Camarguais.embarkation and from continue to Lyon where we board the Amadeus Provence. Settling intoYour second option takes you to the iconic arches of the Pont dudisembarkation of your our cabins, we enjoy a welcome cocktail before our first 5-course dinner.Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct of astonishing size that spansship and the services of Afterwards, we begin our cruise, setting sail for Chalon-sur-Saone.the Gardon River. Another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Pontyour on-board Cruise du Gard is a sight to behold, measuring at least 160 feet, a real featManagerDay 2 - Wine tasting in Beaune of engineering considering its age. Later, we return to the ship andFlexible excursions Deep in the heart of Burgundys wine region, Beaune is a classicbegin cruising to Chateauneuf du Rhne. allowing you to choose French medieval town with impressive town walls, terracotta roofsDay 7 - The Ardche Gorge how to spend your dayand fascinating historical buildings. We set out on a guided walkingWe pay a visit to the stunning Ardche Gorge today, widely regarded tour, discovering the sights as we wander its enchanting streets. Weas the Grand Canyon of Europe. Nearly 19 miles in length and madeReturn, escorted rail enjoy a tasting of some delectable wines which make this town, andup of snaking rivers and valleys, this natural monument is a strikingtravel from London St LYON the Burgundy region, so famous. Back on board, we enjoy a relaxingreminder of the enormity of the natural world, where sheer cliffPancras or return flightsafternoon cruising back to Lyon. faces rise over waterways of striking emerald and forests of deep Day 3 - Lyon green. Our tour takes us to some of the most impressive sights here,7-night cruise aboard Arriving in Lyon, sat at the meeting point between the Rhne andincluding the Pont dArc. Afterwards, we re-join the ship at Le Pouzin,MS Amadeus Provencethe Sane Rivers, we head out for a guided tour. The beautiful pinks,for the return journey to Lyon. We sit down to the captains gala oranges, reds and whites of the buildings along Lyons river-front givedinner this evening.some indication of the citys elegance, and our explorations allow us to5-Star dining with uncover the extensive history here. The Old Town is a UNESCO WorldDay 8 - Lyon and London breakfast, lunch and Heritage site, and many of the small shops and traditional businessesDisembarking for the final time after breakfast, we catch the train todinner each day of your lend a truly French flair to our surroundings. After returning to the shipParis where we join the Eurostar to London St Pancras. cruisefor lunch, we enjoy an afternoon cruising to Tournon sur Rhne. This isDinner drinks each one of the most scenic and panoramic sections of the river, and its wellevening of your cruiseworth taking the time to watch the passing scenery from the spacious sun deck. Rolling hills, dotted with verdant vineyards, rise and fall away under the gaze of various chteaux and stately homes. Complimentary luggage ARLES transfersDay 4 - The Train de lArdcheWe travel by coach to Tournon sur Rhnes station to board the Train de lArdche. Offering a memorable journey through the stunningSHIP INFORMATION landscapes of the spectacular Gorges du Doux region, this railway winds up the various foothills and valleys that makes the scenery here soFor deck plans and more ship dramatic. Several stone bridges criss-cross the brooks and rivers thatinformation, please see pages snake under the trees, and our charming locomotive takes us through126-127backdrops no other form of transport can access. Later, our ship continues to the White City of Avignon. 2023 Escorted Rail & Cruise from London St PancrasDay 5 - Discovering Avignon Tour Code: LRR | Standard Class RailWe head out on a guided tour of Avignon, a city famous as the seat of the Pope for a brief period in the 14th century. Its striking white papalClassic Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Deluxe Suitepalaces and majestic cathedral are just some of the highlights we seeCategories Lower Deck Stern Lower Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck Upper Deckwalking through the boulevards and squares of Avignons historic centre,Jun 15 2,195 2,395 2,795 2,995 3,595which earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1995. Afterwards, weJul 7 1,995 2,195 2,595 2,795 3,395TRAIN DE LARDECHE visit the Popes Palace itself, admiring the spectacular interiors and theAug 24 1,895 2,095 2,495 2,695 3,295range of holy and religious artefacts collected here. Youre then free until early evening to explore the city at your own pace. After dinner, our shipDeposit from 330 per person. Solo Occupancy available.RAIL & CRUISEsets a course for Arles. UPGRADE TO FIRST CLASS RAIL Day 6 - Arles and the Camargue Delta or Pont du Gard 2023 Fly & Cruise from London Heathrow from just 200 per person.We begin the day with a guided tour of pretty Arles, whose delightfulTour Code: LRZ | Economy Class Flightsstreets provided the inspiration for many of Vincent Van GoghsFLY & CRUISEmost famous paintings. In the afternoon, you have the choice of twoClassic Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Deluxe Suiteexcursions, a visit to the Camargue Delta or the Pont du Gard . YourCategories Lower Deck Stern Lower Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck Upper Deck REGIONAL DEPARTURES AVAILABLEfirst option takes you to an area where the Rhne opens out into theJun 15 2,195 2,395 2,795 2,995 3,595 from Newcastle, Manchester, Mediterranean and the beautiful Camargue Delta. This is a true treatJul 6 1,995 2,195 2,595 2,795 3,395 Glasgow and Edinburghfor nature lovers, as the wetlands and park area are home to nearly 400Aug 24 1,895 2,095 2,495 2,695 3,295 from 50 per person.species of bird species, including an instantly-recognisable flock of pink flamingos. Also of note are the wild horses which roam freely, including aDeposit from 330 per person. Solo Occupancy available. 72 THE RHNE RIVER Call us on 01904 521972 or visitfor moGreatRail.comre informatio for mon. re details 73Visit your local Travel Agent'