Essence of Burgundy & Provence
8 Days
This journey captures the very essence of French living, where food, wine, history and landscape come together seamlessly. From tasting regional specialties in Lyon to exploring papal history in Avignon and strolling vineyard towns in Burgundy, each day delivers sensory-rich experiences that linger long after the journey ends. It’s a refined, indulgent way to experience France at its most authentic.
Priced From:
$5719 pp *
Sales Ends: 06/04/2026
Travel Date: Apr - Dec 26
This journey captures the very essence of French living, where food, wine, history and landscape come together seamlessly. From tasting regional specialties in Lyon to exploring papal history in Avignon and strolling vineyard towns in Burgundy, each day delivers sensory-rich experiences that linger long after the journey ends. It’s a refined, indulgent way to experience France at its most authentic.
7-night luxury cruise exploring the French region from Arles to Dijon
Explore Provence and Burgundy through iconic destinations including Arles, Avignon, Lyon and Beaune, with immersive experiences spanning Roman history, medieval towns and celebrated wine regions.
Enjoy guided tastings, château visits and vineyard-lined cruising along the Rhône and Saône, paired with opportunities for cycling, walking and market visits in charming riverside towns.
| Category | Price |
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Fixed Window (cat E) |
$5,719* |
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French Balcony (cat C) |
$8,117* |
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French Balcony Suite |
$10,837* |
*Pricing is per person twin share
Pricing is based on 19 Nov 26 departure
7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed twin balcony stateroom
Fresh water replenished daily
Award-Winning Dining - all fine dining on board, plus a special dinner on shore in El Banco
Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
A variety of excursions, including birdwatching and boat tours
Immersive excursions in every destination
knowledgeable guides, personal headset for easy exploration
The services of one of AmaWaterways’ wonderful Cruise Managers throughout your river cruise and land journey
Nightly entertainment including cultural performances
High-quality Wi-Fi
Sun-deck pool
Fitness room
Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
All port charges and Gratuities
Day 1 - Arles (Embarkation)
Day 2 - Arles
Avignon’s golden walls and Arles’ colorful streets capture the heart of southern France–warm, sunlit, and full of charm. Every moment feels like a work of art, from the taste of local wine to the places that once inspired Van Gogh.
Day 3 - Viviers
Between hilltop villages and quiet country roads, discover the rustic poetry of Provence–a world where history, flavor, and nature blend in perfect ease
Day 4 - Vienne
Lyon greets you with café aromas, grand architecture, and the quiet hum of daily life along its riverfront. Wander through its hidden passageways, sample its rich flavors, and feel the effortless harmony between past and present.
Day 5 - Macon
In Mâcon, life unfolds at a gentler pace–under the arches of ancient abbeys, across sun-streaked riverbanks, and through winding cobblestone streets. Savor the elegance of southern Burgundy and its first hints of Provençal warmth.
Day 6 - Tournus
The morning brings mist over abbey spires and a glow of light upon the vineyards. Each stop–from storybook villages to gentle riverside paths–invites you deeper into the timeless countryside that defines Burgundy’s soul.
Day 7 - Chalon-sur-Saone
Lose yourself in the warmth of Burgundy, where medieval streets and market squares hum with quiet history. Whether by foot or by bicycle, today is a celebration of wine-country life–slow, rich, and endlessly inviting.
Day 8 - Dijon
Bid farewell to Dijon and prepare for your return home
AmaCello is a modern river cruise ship opoffering comfortable and intimate voyages along Europe’s rivers, Designed to balance contemporary style with relaxed elegance, the ship provides a welcoming onboard atmosphere for leisure travelers.
The ship features a range of well-appointed staterooms, many with twin balconies that combine a French balcony and a full outside balcony for expansive river views. Public areas include a Panorama Lounge, a sun deck with seating and a whirlpool, a fitness room, and a massage area.
Onboard dining highlights regional European cuisine served in the Main Restaurant. With its smaller passenger capacity and thoughtful layout, AmaCello delivers a comfortable cruising experience with easy access to historic towns, cultural sites, and scenic landscapes along the river.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: All rates are per person in NZD, cruise-only, based on double occupancy in an entry level stateroom, and include port charges and gratuities. Rates reflect savings up to $5,600 per stateroom, based on double occupancy (solo travellers receive half); actual savings vary by itinerary and sailing date. Offer applies to select 2026 sailings and is valid on new FIT and Group reservations made between February 3 and April 6, 2026. Combinable with Combination Cruise Savings, Loyalty Benefits, and the Future Cruise Benefit Program. Tour Operators are eligible; additional restrictions may apply. Not combinable with other promotions or discounts. Offer is capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may be changed or withdrawn without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land packages, visas, airfares are additional. $300 onboard credit is in USD, based on double occupancy ($150 per person). Valid on select 2026 sailings reserved between 3 February and 6 April 2026. Solo travellers receive $150 in onboard credit. Onboard credit can be applied to all onboard purchases such as laundry, gift shop, and hair & massage services. Offer applies to all stateroom categories, including suites. Solo travellers must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. To redeem the onboard credit quote OBC150 when making the booking. Loyalty benefits are combinable with this onboard credit offer and are applicable to past guests only. Offer is capacity controlled and subject to modifications, changes, reductions or termination without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply; visit amawaterways.com/nz/terms-conditions/booking-sales for full booking terms and conditions.
WORLD TRAVELLERS BONUS
$300 onboard credit is in USD, based on double occupancy ($150 per person). Solo travellers receive $150 in onboard credit. Offer applies to all stateroom categories, including suites. Valid on select 2026 sailings reserved between 3 February and 6 April 2026. Solo travellers must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. Loyalty benefits are combinable with this offer and are applicable to past guests only. Stateroom upgrades, transfers, land packages, and airfare are additional. To redeem this special offer please quote OBC150 when booking. Offer is capacity controlled and subject to modifications, changes, reductions or termination without notice. AmaWaterways
reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply; visit amawaterways.com/nz/terms-conditions/booking-sales for full terms and conditions