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Scenic° Epicurean Delights Collection
Scenic Eclipse
Scenic Enrich – Palais des Papes
Spectacular South of France Your senses will be awakened Take the time to discover the beauty of the South of France on a luxury cruise with Scenic. Over 10 awe-inspiring nights, the tastes, sights and smells of Southern France unravel on a cruise along the magical Saône and Rhône rivers. Taste the gourmet offerings in Lyon and drink up in the acclaimed Burgundy wine region. 11 Day Cruise
Lyon > Lyon
Day 01
Lyon Welcome to spectacular Lyon where you will be welcomed on board Scenic Sapphire. Meals: D
Day 02
Lyon > Chalon-surSaône
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join highly trained hounds and their owners in a nearby quaint village locating and sampling French truffles. Alternatively, visit the restaurant of Michelin starred chef Georges Blanc for a cooking demonstration. Tonight, your highlight dinner will be created using regionally sourced truffles.
Relax on board as you cruise the Saône River towards Chalon-sur-Saône. Freechoice: Explore Beaune, including a visit to Les Hospices de Beaune. The former hospital is a prime example of traditional 15th century Burgundian architecture. Alternatively, visit Château Garnerot and taste some of the acclaimed wines from this premium estate, or visit the photography museum in the town where it was first invented.
Meals: B.L.D
Meals: B.L.D
Meals: B.L.D
Day 03
Day 05
Tournus
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Freechoice: Tour Château de Cormatin and admire the castle’s gilded rooms or
Day 04
Tournon
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Freechoice: Explore the riverside town of Tournon by foot or hike through the vineyards and enjoy wine tasting at a local vineyard. Alternatively, join a guided cycling tour along the Rhône. This afternoon make a toast to the beautiful scenery as you enjoy a beverage on the terrace of Tournon Castle, overlooking the Rhône River.
Avignon
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A Scenic Culinaire cooking class is on offer this morning.
Freechoice: Take a walking tour of the magnificent city of Avignon, including entrance to the Popes’ Palace. Alternatively, join an excursion to the spectacular Pont du Gard, or kayak along the Gardon River underneath the Pont du Gard. Enrich Enjoy a truly unforgettable experience at the prestigious Palais des Papes. After the doors close to the general public, be treated to an exclusive dinner and classical concert in one of the grandiose rooms. Meals: B.L.D
Day 06
Avignon
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Freechoice: Shop with a Chef at a local food market and cook up a storm in Scenic Culinaire. Alternatively, visit the Luberon region, including Gordes and Sénanque Abbey, or sample the celebrated wines of Châteauneuf-duPape at a Côtes du Rhône vineyard. Instead, if you’re feeling more active, visit Roussillon including a visit to the Lavender museum. Meals: B.L.D
Day 07
Arles
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Freechoice: Explore the artistic heritage of Arles, and visit Arles Arena, or tour the pretty medieval hilltop village of Les Baux and visit Carrières de Lumières, a former
quarry that now houses an impressive art installation. Alternatively, tour a charming family-run olive farm followed by a cooking class where your host will divulge local recipes or join a Cosmetics Workshop at a local Lavender farm. This afternoon stay on board and relax or take a painting class accompanied by a glass of local wine. Meals: B.L.D
Day 08
Viviers
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Freechoice: This morning enjoy a walking tour of Viviers and admire the many monuments and architectural treasures, or learn about the French Resistance and hear stories of heroism and daring missions. Freechoice: Explore the Ardèche National Park including the Caverne du Pont-d’Arc Museum, a replica museum depicting the collection of engravings, paintings and drawings found in the nearby Chauvet Cave, or explore the natural beauty of the Madeleine Caves and admire the impressive rock formations. Alternatively, visit Grignan for a guided tour and visit to the Château. Meals: B.L.D
Day 09
Lyon
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Take in the vistas of the Rhône River as you cruise towards the gastronomic heart of France, Lyon.
