Charming Provence : a barge cruise in Southern France (port-to-port cruise) (6 destinations)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating seven-day journey through the heart of France, exploring its rich heritage, diverse landscapes, and exquisite culinary delights. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the vibrant city of Arles to the serene village of Sète, through the stunning landscapes of the Etang De Thau and the Rhône à Sète Canal. Discover the charm of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, the rustic beauty of Palavas-Les-Flots, the historic grandeur of Aigues-Mortes, and the natural splendor of the Camargue. The tour culminates in the cultural hub of Arles, with a taste of local olive oil production. Each day is packed with unique attractions, from shellfish tasting to bull sorting, and from a tour of a fortified city to a visit to a salt museum. This tour is a perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and indulgence.
Included
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
Excursions included in the package selected
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Bicycles available on board
All port fees included
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
MS Anne-Marie: Cabin
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - the transfer by coach from Avignon or Arles to Sète
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Destinations
Saint-Cyprien
ArlesMap
Attractions
Ambrussum
Plage des Aresquiers
Musée Fabre
Arc de Triomphe
Arles Amphitheatre
Langlois Bridge
Église Saint-Jacques de PerpignanDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arles to Sète
- Arles
- Sète - Arrival day
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Begin your journey with a comfortable coach transfer from Arles to Sète. Board our ship at 6:00 p.m., settle into your cabins, and meet our crew at a welcome cocktail before enjoying a delightful dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploration of Sète and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
- Sète
- Saint-Jean-de-Fos
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- Arc de Triomphe
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Embark on an excursion to the famous Etang De Thau, renowned for its shellfish. Visit the Etang de Thau Museum to learn about the local shellfish farmers and fishermen. Enjoy a shellfish tasting session while admiring the beautiful basin from a terrace. In the afternoon, tour Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, one of France's most beautiful villages. Return to the ship after a day of exploration.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Palavas-Les-Flots
- Sète
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- Plage des Aresquiers
- Musée Fabre
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Spend the morning cruising towards Palavas-Les-Flots, crossing the Etang De Thau and the Rhône à Sète Canal. In the afternoon, discover a manade and learn about the life of its herders. Experience a bull sorting event and enjoy a delicious snack with farm-fresh products. Spend your free evening exploring the spa resort of Palavas-Les-Flots, a town with a rich history spanning over three centuries.
Day 4 – Day 4: Voyage to Aigues-Mortes
- Aigues-Mortes
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- Ambrussum
- Arc de Triomphe
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Cruise along the Rhône à Sète Canal to Aigues-Mortes, arriving by late morning. In the afternoon, explore this ancient fortified city with a rich heritage, located amidst the marshes, one of Provence's most beautiful sites. Take a tourist train to tour the salt marshes and visit the salt museum. Return to the ship after a day of discovery.
Day 5 – Day 5: Adventure in Gallician and Saint-Marie-la-Mer
- Aigues-Mortes
- Saint-Cyprien
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- Église Saint-Jacques de Perpignan
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Cruise towards Gallician in the morning. In the afternoon, embark on an excursion to the Camargue. Enjoy some free time in the beautiful city of Saint-Marie-la-Mer, where a visit to its fortified church is highly recommended. Return to the ship by coach after your visit.
Day 6 – Day 6: Return to Arles
- Arles
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- Musée Fabre
- Arles Amphitheatre
- Langlois Bridge
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Cruise towards Arles in the morning, traveling on both the Rhône à Sète and Rhône canals. In the afternoon, tour Arles, a cultural center known for its Roman ruins. Venture inland to learn about olive oil production in Provence and taste some local products. Return to the ship after the tour. Enjoy our gala evening and dinner onboard.
Day 7 – Day 7: Farewell
- Arles - Departure day
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Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. This marks the end of our services and your memorable journey through the heart of France.
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