Best of France
Travel by luxury river ship through the stunning landscapes of Southern France, along the Seine River from Paris and visit the famous wine growing regions of Bordeaux; interconnecting the rivers by train. Day 1 - Arrive Nice, Arles, Embark Ship
Be transferred to your first luxury river ship in Arles for your spectacular cruise along the Rhône River.
Accommodation: Seven Nights, an Aria River Ship
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Arles
Before touring Arles, or exploring at your leisure, you’ll head out of the city on your preferred activity.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 3 - Avignon
The stunning city of Avignon is yours to explore with a choice of experiences.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 4 - Viviers
With your ship docked in Viviers for the day, embark on your preferred activity.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 5 - Tournon, Vienne
Glide into Tournon, where a selection of experiences await. Afterwards, continue to Vienne.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 6 - Belleville, Beaujolais Region
The beauty of the Beaujolais region is revealed on today’s excursions.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 7 - Lyon
Explore Lyon with a wonderful selection of activities for you to choose from.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 8 - Lyon, Disembark Ship, Paris
Disembark your ship and journey by high-speed train to Paris. On arrival, enjoy a glorious city tour followed by lunch. Later, transfer to your river ship.
Accommodation: Seven Nights, an Aria River Ship
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 9 - Paris
Get to know Paris the way you prefer with a choice of activities. A special experience has been arranged for you tonight.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 10 - Vernon, Giverny
Dock in Vernon, and select from two experiences. Back on board, enjoy a Gala Dinner.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 11 - Le Havre, Honfleur
Dock in Le Havre, where you will disembark your ship to discover Honfleur, Normandy's most charming port town.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 12 - Caudebec-en-Caux
Arrive in the village of Caudebec-en-Caux and set out on your chosen experience.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 13 - Rouen
With your ship docked in the lovely town of Rouen today, disembark and select from three experiences.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 14 - Les Andelys
Once again, the day unfolds on your own terms thanks to a selection of activities on offer.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 15 - Paris, Disembark Ship, Bordeaux, Embark Ship
Disembark your ship in Paris and travel by train to Bordeaux. Here, step aboard your luxurious ship for the second half of your journey.
Accommodation: Seven Nights, an Aria River Ship
Meals: Breakfast Dinner
Day 16 - Cadillac
Your first stop in the Bordeaux region is Cadillac. Step ashore and embark on your chosen experience. Later on board your ship, enjoy a wonderful Gala Welcome Dinner.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 17 - Pauillac
Enjoy the scenery of Aquitaine's vineyards. Disembark your ship and journey through the famous Médoc wine region.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 18 - Blaye, Bourg
Discover the town of Blaye and take a walk around the 17th-century citadel, as well as its underground passages. Later, select your preferred activity.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 19 - Libourne, Saint-Émilion
In Saint-Émilion, head to the underground Monolithic Church, then enjoy some free time to explore. Tonight, an unforgettable experience awaits.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 20 - Libourne, Bordeaux
From Libourne, set out on your chosen activity. Enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner as you cruise to Bordeaux this evening.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 21 - Bordeaux
Get to know Bordeaux on your selected experience today.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 22 - Disembark Ship, Depart Bordeaux
After breakfast, farewell your crew and disembark your ship, before being transferred to the airport.
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast
