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2009 Chalon-sur-Saone - Avignon
Mar 22; Apr 5; May 3, 31; Jun 14; Jul 12; Aug 9;
Sep 6; Oct 4, 18; Nov 1
2009 Avignon -
Chalon-sur-Saône
Mar 29; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24; Jun 7, 21; Jul
5, 19; Aug 2, 16, 30; Sep 13, 27; Oct 11, 25;
Nov 8 |
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Viking
Burgundy |
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Viking Burgundy sails along
France’s scenic Saône and Rhône Rivers past some
of the most beautiful vineyards and vistas in
the French countryside. During your 8-day
journey, explore the famed region of Burgundy
and the lavender fields of Provence. Visit
Gallo-Roman ruins in both Vienne and Arles; walk
the cobbled streets of Arles to see how it
inspired Vincent van Gogh. And visit the
historic Papal Palace in Avignon, “City of the
Popes.” Learn about the region’s time-honored
winemaking traditions, sample Burgundy varietals
and try the famed Provençal cuisine in Lyon.
C’est magnifique! |
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8-day cruise with river-view
stateroom
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7 guided tours
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All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7
dinners, including Welcome Cocktail Reception &
Dinner and Captain's Farewell Dinner
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Old World Highlights: French wine-making demonstration,
French cuisine workshop, performance of
traditional French music
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Culture Curriculum:
Lifestyles of Southern France, France's Wine
Regions, France: The Painter's Muse
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All port & cruise fuel
surcharges - no hidden costs
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Mar 22,
29 |
$1,999 |
$2,499 |
$2,699 |
$2,899 |
$2,999 |
$4,049 |
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Apr 05,
12, 26 |
$2,699 |
$3,199 |
$3,399 |
$3,599 |
$3,699 |
$5,099 |
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May 03,
10, 24, 31; Jun 07, 14,
21 |
$3,099 |
$3,599 |
$3,799 |
$3,999 |
$4,099 |
$5,699 |
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Jul 05,
12, 19; Aug 02, 9, 16,
30 |
$2,799 |
$3,299 |
$3,499 |
$3,699 |
$3,799 |
$5,249 |
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Sep 06,
13, 27; Oct 04, 11 |
$3,299 |
$3,799 |
$3,999 |
$4,199 |
$4,299 |
$5,999 |
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Oct 18,
25 |
$2,499 |
$2,999 |
$3,199 |
$3,399 |
$3,499 |
$4,799 |
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Nov 01,
8 |
$1,899 |
$2,399 |
$2,599 |
$2,799 |
$2,899 |
$3,899 |
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Viking
Burgundy |
Mar 22;
Apr 5;
May 3, 31;
Jun 14;
Jul 12;
Aug 9;
Sep 6;
Oct 4, 18;
Nov 1 |
Mar 29;
Apr 12, 26;
May 10, 24;
Jun 7, 21;
Jul 5, 19;
Aug 2, 16, 30;
Sep 13, 27;
Oct 11, 25;
Nov 8 |
Note: Prices are in U.S. dollars,
per person, double occupancy and
include port charges. Limited
singles are available, call for
pricing. Early Booking Discount is
not combinable with any other offer
except Past Guest Discount and
Refer-A-Friend Credit. Subject to
availability and other restrictions
may apply. See Terms and Conditions.
Viking River Cruises reserves the
right to correct or revise pricing
or dates throughout the season.
Once you have
paid in full for your trip, you
are safe from any additional
charges. Airfare increases,
currency fluctuations, increased
fuel surcharges, new government
taxes—none of these will apply
to you.
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Charges
Air Taxes, Fees, Fuel
Surcharges & Transfers
Daily Shore Excursions
All Meals
Included on all
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Included on virtually
every Itinerary
You are looking
forward to your trip, and we are
looking forward to welcoming you
aboard. But sometimes illness or an
emergency at home may create the
need to postpone or cancel your
vacation. If that happens, make sure
you are protected. Our new, updated
travel protection plan provides 100%
protection if you must cancel or
interrupt your trip for any reason,
including a pre-existing medical
condition.
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Note: U.S. flights depart one
day prior to hotel check-in
date. Transfers are included
with roundtrip airfare purchase.
If air is not purchased from
Viking River Cruises, transfers
between airport and ship may be
purchased separately at the cost
of $120 per person, per
direction, and are available to
passengers whose flights arrive
or depart on
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only. Airfare includes all
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approximately $160 as well as
all air fuel surcharges. Prices
may be subject to change. Call
Viking for more details. See
also Terms and Conditions.
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Day 1 Chalon-sur-Saône
Fly into Lyon. We meet you at the airport
and transfer you to your ship docked in
Chalon-sur-Saône.* After boarding, take free
time to explore this quaint town—or join our
“welcome walk” to stretch your legs and
start getting oriented. (D)
Day 2 Beaune & Burgundy Wine Tour
After breakfast, take a scenic drive along
France’s Burgundy wine route through Pommard,
Volnay and Meursault. Arrive in Beaune, wine
capital of Burgundy, for a guided tour of
beautiful Hôtel Dieu, founded as a hospice
in 1443. Learn about local viticulture and
enjoy a wine-tasting at one of Beaune’s
famous cellars. Return to your ship for
lunch. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure
with dinner aboard—as always, your Program
Director can help you plan your free time.
(B, L, D)
Day 3 Lyon
After a morning cruise through the
picturesque countryside and lunch aboard,
take an afternoon tour of Lyon, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Begin with a drive to
the top of Fourvière Hill for amazing views
of the city. Visit the Basilica of Notre
Dame and drive through town past the
magnificent St. Jean Cathedral and the
Palace of Justice. Then take a walking tour
through the cobbled streets of Vieux Lyon
(Old Town), with free time to shop for
souvenirs or sample some of the fine French
cuisine for which Lyon is world-famous.
Dinner served aboard. (B, L, D)
Day 4 Lyon & Vienne
The morning is free to further explore this
remarkable 2,000-year-old city in the heart
of France. Depart just before lunchtime.
This afternoon, take a walking tour of
Vienne, a beautiful town with an ancient
Roman past. Visit the Temple of Augustus &
Livia, the Roman amphitheater and the
Cathedral of St. Maurice; your tour ends
with a mini-train ride to the top of Mount
Pipet for panoramic views. Dine aboard and
depart this evening. (B, L, D)
Day 5 Tournon & Viviers
Awake in Tournon and take a ride to
Châteauneuf-sur-Isère near Tain L’Hermitage.
During a guided tour of the area, learn
about the region’s winemaking traditions and
taste some famous regional red wines. Then
visit the Musée de Tain L’Hermitage located
in the oldest house in the region. Lunch
aboard and cruise through the afternoon;
arrive after dinner in Viviers, a quaint
town in a mountainous setting. Join your
Program Director for an evening stroll
through the Old Town with its medieval and
Renaissance buildings. Enjoy free time
before retiring for the evening. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Arles
Arrive during breakfast and meet your guide
for a walking tour of Arles with its diverse
architectural highlights. Experience the
city’s vibrant colors and the striking
quality of light that have inspired artists.
Arles is also the site of some impressive
Roman ruins, including Les Arènes, an arena
that seats 20,000 and is still in use, as
well as beautiful Romanesque monuments such
as Saint-Trôphime, completed in the 15th
century. Return aboard for lunch followed by
afternoon free time to explore or shop for
handcrafted gifts. Dinner is served as you
depart. (B, L, D)
Day 7 Avignon
This morning, set out on a guided walk of
Avignon, nicknamed “City of Popes” because
it was home to seven popes from 1309 to
1377. Stroll through the historic center,
stop at the picturesque Pont d’Avignon and
walk the Place de l’Horloge. Continue to the
renowned Palace of the Popes for a guided
tour through this rambling maze of Gothic
architecture which served as papal
residence, fortress, church and palace. You
can join the optional tour to
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, visiting the vineyards
and tasting the famous wine. Lunch and
dinner served aboard. Your ship remains
docked overnight. (B, L, D)
Day 8 Avignon
After breakfast, disembark and we take you
to the Marseille airport for your return
flight.* Or, discover even more of southern
France with 3 nights in Nice and the French
Riviera. (B)
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ADD 3 NIGHTS IN PARIS
Pre-Extension: Paris
Start your vacation with three romantic
nights in Paris. From your centrally located
hotel, walk to many landmarks, including the
Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, or take an
evening cruise on the Seine. You will tour the
Île de la Cité and shop along the famed Champs
Elysées.
PARIS DAY BY DAY
Pre-Extension: Paris
Three-night pre-extension in Paris - $999 per
person
Day 1
Transfer to the 4-star Le Méridien
Montparnasse (or similar), located on the Seine
River’s Left Bank near the Saint-Germain-des-Près
and Luxembourg Gardens. The rest of the day is
yours.
Day 2
Today, you receive a two-day prepaid Paris Pass,
which covers unlimited travel on public
transport and priority entry to dozens of
attractions. A Viking concierge is available to
help you plan your time in Paris. Visit museums
like the Pompidou, Orsay and Picasso, and
historic buildings like Notre Dame,
Fontainebleau and the Paris Opera. Take a Seine
cruise or an open-top bus tour. (B)
Day 3
You have a full day to further explore the “City
of Light.” Stroll through Montmartre or shop
along the Champs Elysées. (B)
Day 4
We will take you to your ship or to the airport
for your return flight. (B)
ALL THIS IS INCLUDED IN
YOUR PRICE:
The price of this Viking River
Cruises vacation includes all meals, shore
excursions, 7 guided tours with tour headphones,
entertainment and activities.
Post-Extension: Nice & the
French Riviera
Discover even more of southern France with 3
nights in Nice and the French Riviera.
Post-Extension: Nice & the French Riviera
Three-night post-extension in Nice & the French
Riviera - $999 per person
Day 1 Nice & the French Riviera
Transfer to the Radisson SAS (or similar) in
Nice and spend the rest of the day exploring
this coastal resort town.
Day 2 Nice & the French Riviera
Tour the chic beaches of St. Tropez and the
glittering enclave of Cannes, home to the annual
Cannes Film Festival. Wander tree-lined
boulevards and shop in exquisite boutiques
before returning to Nice this evening. (B)
Day 3 Nice & the French Rivier
Today, enjoy the famous beaches of Nice, relax
at a boulevard café and do a bit of shopping.
Or, take an optional half-day excursion to
Monaco—a tiny, elegant country whose capital,
Monte Carlo, hosts exclusive casinos and the
annual Monaco Grand Prix. Enjoy a tour, free
time and the stunning coastal drive back to
Nice. (B)
Day 4 Nice & the French Riviera
We take you to your ship or to the airport for
your return flight. (B) |
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