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Essence of Burgundy & Provence

Embark on a storybook Saône River Cruise across one of the most iconic regions of France and discover culture and history in their purest forms with a vast array of excursions at your disposal.

Uncover culinary delights aboard your ship with a menu filled with regional cuisine crafted with locally-sourced ingredients, bringing you the freshest of dishes that France has to offer.

Join us aboard a film-worthy AmaWaterways River Cruise and experience the cinematic beauty of one of Europe’s most romantic countries.

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  • Cruise Line: AmaWaterways
  • Ship: AmaCello
  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Departure: Apr - Dec
AVG PER PERSON*
£3,091
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Essence of Burgundy & Provence Cruise Prices

Starting price per person
Apr 03, 2025
£3,408
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May 15, 2025
£4,116
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May 29, 2025
£4,116
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Jun 26, 2025
£4,116
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Jul 10, 2025
£3,716
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Aug 07, 2025
£3,216
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Aug 07, 2025
£3,216
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Aug 21, 2025
£3,793
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Sep 04, 2025
£4,193
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Sep 18, 2025
£4,423
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Oct 02, 2025
£4,266
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Nov 13, 2025
£3,577
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Nov 13, 2025
£3,577
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Apr 02, 2026
£3,422
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Apr 02, 2026
£3,422
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Apr 30, 2026
£4,480
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Apr 30, 2026
£4,480
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May 28, 2026
£4,510
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May 28, 2026
£4,510
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Jun 25, 2026
£3,905
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Jun 25, 2026
£3,905
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Jul 09, 2026
£3,730
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Jul 09, 2026
£3,730
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Aug 06, 2026
£3,730
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Aug 06, 2026
£3,730
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Aug 20, 2026
£3,806
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Aug 20, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 03, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 03, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 17, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 17, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 17, 2026
£3,806
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Sep 17, 2026
£3,806
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Oct 01, 2026
£3,730
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Oct 01, 2026
£3,730
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Oct 15, 2026
£3,576
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Oct 15, 2026
£3,576
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Nov 12, 2026
£3,091
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Nov 12, 2026
£3,091
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Dec 10, 2026
£3,191
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Dec 10, 2026
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Dec 24, 2026
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Dec 24, 2026
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Essence of Burgundy & Provence Cruise Itinerary

Uncover the intricate beauty of France with an extensive itinerary to help you experience Burgundy and Provence to their fullest splendour.

Day 1

Port of Dijon

Board your ship and embark on your Essence of Burgundy & Provence cruise.

Day 2

Chalon-sur-Saône / Tournus

Embark on the historic city tour, or join the Beaune walking tour. Later, try the Chalon-Tournus bike tour, or enjoy the Chalonnaise wine tasting.

Day 3

Tournus / Macon

Enjoy the Tournus city tour and Abbey of Saint Philibert visit, or visit Château Cormatin. Alternatively, visit the mediaeval village of Brancion. Later, join the Mâconnais wine tasting, or try the Tournus-Mâcon bike tour.

Day 4

Macon

Enjoy the “The South Burgundy City” Mâcon tour, or embark on a Cluny Abbey visit. Alternatively, try a bike tour, or enjoy a Beaujolais wine tasting.

Day 5

Lyon / Vienne

Join the “France’s Culinary Capital” city tour, or try the Vieux Lyon walk and tasting tour. Alternatively, embark on the Lyon bike tour. Partake in the Vienne walking tour, or try the Mount Pipet hike. Conversely, enjoy the ViaRhôna bike tour.

Day 6

Viviers

Enjoy the Viviers walking tour, or try the Grignan truffle farm visit. Alternatively, join the Viviers hike or try a bike tour. Later, embark on a ghost walk through Viviers.

Day 7

Avignon / Arles

Join a walking tour of Avignon with a visit to the Papal Palace, or try the Tastes of Avignon tour. Take a walking tour of Arles, or join the Van Gogh walking tour. Alternatively, go on a bike tour.

Day 8

Arles

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home.

Day 1

Arles

Board your ship and embark on your Essence of Burgundy & Provence cruise.

Day 2

Avignon / Arles

Join a walking tour of Avignon with a visit to the Papal Palace, or try the Tastes of Avignon tour. Take a walking tour of Arles, or join the Van Gogh walking tour. Alternatively, go on a bike tour.

Day 3

Viviers

Enjoy the Viviers walking tour, or try the Grignan truffle farm visit. Alternatively, join the Viviers hike or try a bike tour. Later, embark on a ghost walk through Viviers.

Day 4

Lyon / Vienne

Join the “France’s Culinary Capital” city tour, or try the Vieux Lyon walk and tasting tour. Alternatively, embark on the Lyon bike tour. Partake in the Vienne walking tour, or try the Mount Pipet hike. Conversely, enjoy the ViaRhôna bike tour.

Day 5

Macon

Enjoy the “The South Burgundy City” Mâcon tour, or embark on a Cluny Abbey visit. Alternatively, try a bike tour, or enjoy a Beaujolais wine tasting.

Day 6

Tournus / Macon

Enjoy the Tournus city tour and Abbey of Saint Philibert visit, or visit Château Cormatin. Alternatively, visit the mediaeval village of Brancion. Later, join the Mâconnais wine tasting, or try the Tournus-Mâcon bike tour.

Day 7

Chalon-sur-Saône / Tournus

Embark on the historic city tour, or join the Beaune walking tour. Later, try the Chalon-Tournus bike tour, or enjoy the Chalonnaise wine tasting.

Day 8

Port of Dijon

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home.

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ESSENCE OF BURGUNDY & PROVENCE RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Visit some of Europe’s most treasured cities on your Essence of Burgundy & Provence River Cruise

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Essence of Burgundy & Provence Deals

Uncover the resplendent romance of France with Crui.se

AmaWaterways
Departure: Apr to Dec
VISITING: Port of Dijon Chalon-sur-Saône / Tournus Tournus / Macon Macon Lyon / Vienne Viviers Avignon / Arles Arles
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,091
AmaWaterways
Departure: Mar to Dec
VISITING: Dijon (EMBARK) Port of Dijon Seurre / Chalon-sur-Saone Chalon-sur-Saône Tournus Macon Lyon Lyon (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,396
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7 Nights

Paris & Normandy

AmaWaterways
Departure: Mar to Nov
VISITING: Paris Les Andelys Le Havre Le Havre / Caudebec-en-Caux Rouen Vernon
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,227
AmaWaterways
Departure: Apr to Oct
VISITING: Paris Mantes-La-Jolie – La Roche-Guyon Vernon Rouen – Caudebec-En-Caux Caudabec-En-Caux – Le Havre Le Havre
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,326

Essence of Burgundy & Provence Cruise Review

“I’ve visited Provence and Burgundy many times but I’ve never been so impressed by a cruise as I have with this one. This has been the first cruise in a long time to truly invigorate me, and when you’ve been sailing for as long as I have that feeling of having experienced something truly unique and wonderful dwindles. I’m pleased to say that this was not the case here. I had the best time I’ve had in a very long time and I cannot wait to see what Ama have planned for my Mekong cruise next year. I’m sure it’ll be just as wonderful as my Essence of Burgundy and Provence one!”

Alice Smithinson, Hereford, Herefordshire

Essence of Burgundy & Provence FAQ

Are there leisure activities on board during the cruise?

Yes, we provide many onboard amenities with which you can occupy your time, including the whirlpool on the sun deck, the fitness room, and a hair salon.

What are some of the key attractions along the Rhone and Saone rivers?

Highlights of the two rivers include the historic city of Lyon, the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, the mediaeval town of Avignon, and much more!

How much free time is available for passengers during the cruise?

Itineraries are designed to balance excursions with free time so passengers can explore independently or relax on board, and while amount of free time can vary, you can have as much leisure time as you want outside of excursions. Opt for independent exploration of your ports of call or stay on the ship instead of signing up for activities offered on the itinerary.

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