France, Uncorked: The Rhone, The Seine & Bordeaux with 2 Nights in French Riviera 2025

Start your day with a guided sightseeing tour of Nice. Wander through the narrow, winding streets of Vieux Nice, the city's old town, where you'll discover baroque churches and buildings that date back to the 1700s. After the tour, enjoy a delicious breakfast in one of the local cafes.

Start your day with a power walk in Arles, followed by a painting workshop where you'll learn the techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Afterward, take a guided walking tour of the city, visiting the Roman Amphitheater. Enjoy some free time to visit Le Café Van Gogh for a glass of wine before sailing to Avignon.

Today, you'll take a guided sightseeing tour of Avignon, a fortress city known for its ramparts and the magnificent Palace of the Popes. You'll also have the option to visit the ancient Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard or the famed wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Don't forget to take photos of the medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet before enjoying live entertainment on board your ship.

Join a guided sightseeing tour of Lyon, exploring the city from Fourvière Hill and the Old Town. Spend your free time riding a bike through Lyon's town squares, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. In the evening, sail to Tournus.

Drive to Beaune and visit the Hôtel-Dieu Charity Hospital, a stunning example of French architecture from the 15th century. In the afternoon, take a high-speed train from Dijon to Paris, where you'll board your Suite Ship. Prepare for an overnight cruise to Vernon.

Take a guided bike tour to discover Rouen's most famous monuments and hidden gems or join a guided walking tour of the city, home of the martyred Joan of Arc. Visit the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock and Notre-Dame Cathedral. In the evening, cruise to Conflans.

Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine or join a guided visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, the home and resting place of Vincent van Gogh. Alternatively, you can take a guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison, home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine. In the evening, cruise to Paris.

Take a guided tour of Château de la Brède, the birthplace of Montesquieu, or join a guided visit with wine tasting at a local château. Sip the sweet notes and fresh acidity of Sauternes, the beloved golden-yellow wine. In the evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your Suite Ship before docking in Cadillac-sur-Garonne for the night.

Enjoy a relaxing morning sailing to Cussac Fort Médoc. Once there, you can choose to explore Bordeaux's finest wine region by bike or take a guided visit to a historic château in the Médoc area, where you'll enjoy a tasting of their wonderful wines. In the evening, dock in Cussac Fort Médoc.

Take a guided visit to the Citadel of Blaye, a UNESCO World Heritage site, followed by a panoramic drive along the famed Route de la Corniche. Alternatively, join a guided tour to discover Blaye from a different perspective, including a visit to a local art gallery with wine tasting. In the afternoon, sail to Bourg, a storybook village where you can join an optional guided excursion to learn how the Fine Champagne of Cognac is made while enjoying a Remy Martin tasting.

Join a guided tour of the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its legendary landscapes. Later, sail to Bordeaux, where you'll dock for the night.

Join a guided walking tour to discover the heart of Bordeaux, strolling amid its stunning squares, avenues, and cathedrals. In the afternoon, consider an optional guided excursion to Les Bassins des Lumières for a breathtaking visit to the submarine base where art and music create an immersive experience.

Join your Adventure Host for a bike ride along Bordeaux's postcard river views or join a full-day guided tour of the seaside resort of Arcachon on the Atlantic coast. Gaze upon its 19th-century architectural treasures and taste its local delicacy of oysters and wine.