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Boasting a beautifully-preserved historic centre, the city of Arles is home to one of Europe's best collections of Roman ruins - which have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. Initially a Celtic city colonised by the Greeks, Arles became Roman after Julius Caesar distributed the land among some of his most faithful soldiers in 46 BC. This was the first golden age of the city, which then came to be known as "Little Rome in Gaul".

Having become a major religious centre during the early Christian period, the sought-after city was passed to the Kingdom of Burgundy in the 9th century. In 1032 it passed to the Holy Roman Empire, before becoming a part of France in 1481. Much of Arles city centre's street plan dates from about this time, as does a significant amount of the surviving architecture. Arles is still known as a major port on the Rhône, though nowadays visitors flock to the area to see the town's impressive Roman remains.

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Provence & the Elegant Rhône
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 The timeless destinations and renowned beauty of Southern France beckons on this cruise journey. Join the luxurious MS Amadeus Provence to uncover a tapestry of experiences while cruising along the Rhône and Saône rivers, with a unique focus on the region's culinary prowess. Indulge in the finest Burgundy wines in Beaune, savour the gastronomic...

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Avignon, the Rhône & Provence
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A destination that's inspired artists such as Vincent van Gogh, this beautiful part of France oozes history, charm and culture. Explore Provence from the papal city of Avignon and uncover the idyllic villages of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Gordes. Take a cruise along the Rhône and learn about its influence on the sights and tastes of the area before...

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Secrets of Provence
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Set sail on France's picturesque waterways to discover the very best of the romantic Provence region. On this fabulous barge cruise holiday, you can uncover the region's hidden gems, from Étang De Thau's famous shellfish to the medieval treasures of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. With each stop, we dive deeper into the heart of Provence. Visit an...

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Avignon, the Rhône & Provence
9/Jul
Griffey
5 stars
“Excellent trip. Lovely weather, beautiful scenery and a friendly bunch of travellers. What more could you ask for.
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Provence & the Elegant Rhône
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Secrets of Provence
23/Jul
Mrs Y
4 stars
“As usual a great trip. Fantastic staff and food. Too much walking in the 30+% and not enough sailing. Sadly the air conditioning did not work in our cabin but the lovely staff tried their best with a fan and a little portable unit.
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Ancient activities

Among the many highlights celebrating Arles' rich history is the mighty Roman Arena, which would have seated about 20,000 people. It was partly converted into a castle in the Middle Ages but is still remarkably intact.

Van Gogh

The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles in 1888-1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time here. Today the Van Gogh Foundation is situated opposite the vast arena.

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