Northern Europe & Scandinavia

South of France - A Wine Cruise with Highlights of Paris

Name: South of France - A Wine Cruise with Highlights of Paris
Brand: Scenic
Price: 11140 USD
Availability: InStock

Discover three of France’s most famous wine regions on an indulgent 11-day river cruise. Sip your way through the legendary vineyards of Burgundy, the Rhône Valley and Provence while travelling in 5-star, all-inclusive ultra-luxury.

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

France Northern Europe & Scandinavia Rhône Saône

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

The only 11-day cruise along the rivers of the south of France
Sample rosés in Provence, the only region to specialise in the dry and aromatic pale rosés
Visit Côtes du Rhône Villages robust and discover medium to full-bodied reds bursting with dark berry notes
Enjoy a private tasting of Viognier IGP and reds from Crozes Hermitage and Saint-Joseph regions in Tournon
Enjoy a tasting at the boutique Château de Garnerot in the Burgundy region
Hike through the vineyards of Tournon before savouring its produce
2 Scenic Enrich experiences – Enjoy an exclusive classical concert accompanied by dinner at the grandiose Popes’ Palace in Avignon and hear a private acapella choir performance at the ornately decorated Trinity Chapel in Lyon – only with Scenic
5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 147 guests
Your choice of spacious Standard Suite, or a Balcony Suite with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
Join French cooking demonstrations in our exclusive on board cooking school, Scenic Culinaire
Personalise your trip with 38 included Scenic Freechoice activities
Enjoy a choice of up to five on board dining experiences, from casual to fine dining
31 meals – 12 breakfasts (B), 9 lunches (L) and 10 dinners (D)
Complimentary premium beverages on the cruise all day, every day* – not just at meal times
On board butler service for every suite
Complimentary full mini-bar on board restocked daily
The freedom of our on board e-bikes – electrically assisted bicycles
Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
Return airport transfers^
All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore
Expert Scenic Tour Director during land tours
Luxury hotel accommodation
Included train journey between Paris and Lyon
All ground transfers

Ship

Scenic Sapphire

Scenic

A 5-star Scenic Space-Ship purpose-built for European river cruising — 135 metres, 4 decks, 163 guests across all-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation. Sister vessels of Diamond / Sapphire / Crystal share the same hull, interior and inclusion package, differing only in deck-plan tweaks year-on-year. Scenic 5-Star Space-Ship · European Rivers • 163 guests · close to 1:1 crew ratio • All-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation 13–46 m² • Crystal Dining + Table La Rive + Portobellos + River Café (4 dining venues) • Senses Spa, Salt Therapy Lounge, Vitality Pool • Complimentary e-bike fleet for shore exploration • All-inclusive — beverages with meals, gratuities, transfers, Scenic Enrich & Freechoice

Passengers163

Built2008

Decks4

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Onboard Facilities

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Third Person Policy

Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability. Child discount: 50%

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD

Gratuities

All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.

Insurance Requirements

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy