Cindy Berre
Cindy Berre Travel
A Bottle or Two Amadeus River Cruise
Oct 5, 2023 to Oct 12, 2023
France
What's included in this trip:
- Large, outside river-view staterooms, most with French balconies or walk-out balconies
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Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks
with every lunch and dinner onboard - Gourmet dining onboard
- Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner, and Captain’s Gala Dinner
- Services of an experienced English-speaking onboard Cruise Director
- 24-hour coffee and tea station
- All onboard entertainment, including talks, cooking demonstrations, musical performances, and nightly piano music
- Fitness room (open 24 hours)
- Bottled water in every stateroom
- In-stateroom infotainment center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
- Complimentary use of onboard bicycles
- Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for optional excursions
- All local taxes & port charges included
- Exclusive wine excursions and experiences
- We are pleased to inform you that your cruise includes exclusive wine excursions and experiences specially curated for this group.
Services not included in the group rate:
- Travel insurance - Cindy Berre Travel will send you Travel Insurance information
- Air - Cindy Berre Travel can assist you with air arrangements
- Transfers and other ground arrangements ~ Cindy Berre Travel will assist you in making these transfer arrangements
- Tips - (we recommend USD 14.00 per person per day)
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Visa costs (if required for entering or passing through the various countries within the featured itinerary
- Expenditures of personal nature
Itinerary:
Treasures of Burgundy and Provence~
Oct. 5-12, 2023
Enjoy this uniquely beautiful cruise along the French rivers Rhône and Saône. Experience picturesque villages, world-famous wine regions such as the Côte d'Or, unforgettable stretches of land in the regions of Provence and Burgundy, and impressive views of historic cities and monuments.
Food, wine, art, architecture, scenery and history all come together in glorious harmony in the South of France.
Traveling in comfort and style the Roman emperors would have envied, you'll find yourself falling under the timeless spell of southern France on a journey that is nothing less than "magnifique"!
DAY 1
LYON
WELCOME DINNER
Embark this afternoon and make yourself comfortable in your cabin, which will be your luxurious home for the coming week. In the evening, join fellow travelers for a Welcome Cocktail and delectable Welcome Dinner.
Stay Lyon
Departure at 10:00pm
DAY 2
MACON
WINEGROWING REGION MACONNAIS & BEAUJOLAIS
In the morning, your ship arrives in Mâcon, southern Burgundy. With a history stretching back more than 2,000 years, Mâcon is an architectural treasure trove and a gateway to the vineyards of the Côte Mâconnais. This historic wine region produces some of the world's finest and most expensive wines. Tour the Village of Fleurie and wine tasting at Château Portier in Domaine du Moulin-à-Vent in the morning Château Des Ravatys Vineyard tour with wine tasting in the afternoon
DAY 3
CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE
TOURNUS
TASTING OF THE FAMOUS BURGUNDY WINES
Continue exploring the Burgundy wine region in Chalon-sur-Saône, where half-timbered houses overlook a square teeming with art galleries and specialty shops. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Burgundy wine route on the morning tour. Your bus will stop in Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy, where you will see the beautiful Hôtel-Dieu and enjoy a wine tasting at one of Beaune’s famous cellars. After lunch on board, unwind and admire the scenery as the vessel continues along the Saône or join the afternoon excursion, which departs from Chalon-sur-Saône overland for the medieval towns of Brançion and Cormatin. The Château de Cormatin is a beautiful castle with magnificent French gardens. It was built in the 17th Century to impress; it still succeeds today. Rejoin your vessel in time for dinner on board.
Excursion to Hotel Dieu Beaune & Caves Patriarches for wine tasting in the morning
Excursion to Cormatin Castle and Tour of Goat Farm in the afternoon
Leisure time/ rejoin the ship
DAY 4
LYON
OLD TOWN VIEUX LYON, PART OF THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
Today your AMADEUS vessel returns to Lyon, which is known not only for its architectural beauty but also for its gastronomic excellence. On the guided tour, discover this UNESCO World Heritage site with its most famous landmarks including the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and the charming Renaissance Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), or join the excursion to the covered food market of Paul Bocuse and sample the local delicacies. At midday, the ship leaves Lyon and glides past picturesque countryside vistas, heading southward.
Walking tour of Old Lyon UNESCO Heritage and excursion to Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse in the morning
DAY 5
AVIGNON
PAPAL PALACE & AQUEDUCT OF PONT DU GARD
Spend the day exploring the Provençal city of Avignon and discovering its momentous history. In the morning, take part in a guided walking tour of Avignon, the seat of the Catholic popes from 1309 to 1377. Admire the grand Palace of the Popes, one of the world’s most fascinating examples of Gothic architecture and the Pont d’Avignon. In the evening, dinner is followed by entertainment by a gypsy band. Your cruise ship remains in Avignon overnight.
Baguette Making Class and Avignon Centre tour in the morning
Heart of the Vineyards bike ride through Châteauneuf-du Pape and wine tasting in the afternoon
DAY 6
ARLES
CAMARGUE NATURE PARK WITH FAMOUS HORSES
The ship will leave Avignon early in the morning and make its way to Arles, which once captured the imagination of the brilliant Impressionist painter, Vincent van Gogh. Old Arles is a delight to wander in and explore. Learn more about its rich history during the morning tour including a visit to the Arena. Full day excursion to Alpilles with lunch; wine and olive oil tasting in Les Baux.
DAY 7
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-RHÔNE
LE POUZIN
VISIT TO THE ARDECHE GORGE, THE ‘GRAND CANYON OF EUROPE’
You can choose to spend a day on board or join a morning guided tour the Ardèche Gorge, another natural wonder of this area. Visit the “Grand Canyon of Europe,“ where spectacular limestone cliffs tower over the meandering river below. France is a leading producer of black truffles, so the alternative is an exploration of the world of truffles with a visit and tasting to a local truffle farm. Rejoin the vessel in the small town of Le Pouzin in time for lunch.
Excursion to Village of Grignan and Truffle Farm Experience (by bus from Châteauneuf-du-Rhône/ to Le Pouzin) in the morning
This afternoon, relax on board as your ship makes its way back up the waterways of the Provence. This evening, celebrate your cruise experience at the Captain’s Gala Dinner.
DAY 8
LYON
FAREWELL
After breakfast, your AMADEUS crew bids you “adieu” and we hope to see you again soon!
Cancellation policy:
A 10% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your cabin. VISA or MASTERCARD excepted
Cancellation policy:
The following cancellation conditions apply to all bookings, whether under deposit, partially paid, or paid in full. The cancellation fees for services booked are calculated according to the number of days remaining until the date of departure.
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DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE |
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121 days or more |
10% |
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120 - 90 days |
50% |
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89 - 60 days |
80% |
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Less than 60 days prior |
100% |
Available Packages
Mozart Cabin A-1 (188.4 sq.ft.) with drop down panoramic window
Unavailable as of
July 1, 2023
Starting At: $5,737.00
Deposit: $875.00 per person
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Strauss Cabin B-1 (188.4ft²) with drop-down panoramic window
Unavailable as of
June 1, 2023
Starting At: $4,946.00
Deposit: $495.00 per person
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Haydn Cabin C-1 (172.2ft²) with panoramic window
Unavailable as of
June 1, 2023
Starting At: $4,121.00
Deposit: $412.00 per person
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request
Haydn Cabin C-4 (172.2ft²) with panoramic window
Unavailable as of
November 30, 2022
Starting At: $3,692.00
Deposit: $370.00 per person
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Mozart Suite (284.2ft²) with walk-out exterior balcony
Unavailable as of
November 30, 2022
Starting At: $6,110.00
Deposit: $611.00 per person
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.