Gastronomy and viticulture enthusiasts, this cruise between Rhne and Sane will seduce you. From the Rhone Valley to the Beaujolais vineyards, through the vineyards of Cte Rtie and the terroir of Condrieu, go for a discovery tour with tastings that will tantalize your palate.
What's Included
Return Flights from the UK
Hold Luggage
Small Cabin Bag
Full Board Cruise
Alcohol and Soft Drinks during Bar hours
Captain's Welcome Evening
Gala Dinner
Free Wi-Fi
Accommodation & Facilities
MS Mistral
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Mistral is the name of a strong wind and of a famous writer, but also of this beautiful standard ship that sails on the Rhône and Saône rivers offering a rich historical experience.
Explore the day-by-day breakdown of your journey through Rhone, Saone.
Day 1
Lyon
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight's dinner will be followed by an evening of entertainment.
Day 2
Lyon / Tain-l'Hermitage
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning, heading along the Rhne valley, passing the vineyards of Cte Rtie, Condrieu, Chteau Grillet and Saint-Joseph. We'll reach Tain-l'Hermitage where a chapel seems to be guarding the valley from the top of the hills. Join us for an optional excursion to a cellar for a wine-tasting session*. Enjoy an evening of dancing.
We'll cruise towards Vienne, reaching it early in the morning. When we arrive, join us for an optional guided tour on foot of this rich and diverse city. We'll then continue cruising to Lyon and arrive early in the afternoon. Enjoy some free time on your own or join us for theoptional excursions proposed:- CLASSIC : guided tour of the old town and discover the "traboules, types of passageways that are typical of the city.- DISCOVERY:French Chic - Elegance and Culinary Delight.In the evening, gastronomic dinner included at the Abbaye de Collonges - Paul Bocuse(2). We'll return on board around midnight.
Enjoy time at leisure in Mcon this morning. We'll start sailing towards Belleville. Join us for an optional excursion through the Beaujolais vineyards and indulge in a wine-tasting session* at the "Hameau Duboeuf", a unique state-of-the-art wine museum in Europe. We'll cruise towards Lyon. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening. Later this evening, we'll get to admire the beautifully illuminated buildings that line the banks of the river Sane.
Day 5
Lyon
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
More Information
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Personal Expenses
Gratuities
Optional Activities / Highlights
Meals and drinks not specifically stated as included
The Valleys of the Rhône and Saône: Gastronomy and vineyards (port-to-port cruise)
31 January 2020 
