Provence & Spain

15-DAYS

From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary is truly captivating. Begin with three nights in Paris, then travel in style aboard the high-speed TGV train to Lyon, France's gastronomical capital. From there, cruise through France's legendary wine growing regions, home to such famous vintages as Beaujolais and Côte du Rhône. Enjoy wine tastings at local vintners, marvel at ancient Roman ruins, stroll through medieval villages and shop for Provencal crafts. Your itinerary includes the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avignon as well as Arles, the city where Vincent Van Gogh spent much of his life. Conclude your journey with three nights in magnificent Barcelona.

• ITINERARY
• INCLUDEDIN THE TOUR
• NOT INCLUDED
• DEPARTURE DATES & TOUR PRICES

ITINERARY

Direction : Paris to Barcelona

Day 1 :	DEPART USA/CANADA
Board your overnight flight to Paris, France.
Day 2 :	ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE
Arrive in Paris and check-in to your hotel. The balance of the day is yours to start exploring this beautiful city.
Day 3 :	PARIS
Enjoy some of Paris' most famous sights during your guided tour this morning, such as the Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame Cathedral. The afternoon is free for you to explore the "City of Light." Or, you may decide to join the optional "Seine Cruise & Montparnasse Tower" tour this morning and/or the optional "Montmartre & Illuminations" tour this evening. (B)
Day 4 :	PARIS
Your last day in Paris is free for you to enjoy at your leisure. This evening, an optional "Parisian Cabaret at Paradis Latin" dinner show is available for you to enjoy. (B)
Day 5 :	PARIS - LYON - EMBARKATION
After checking out of your hotel, you will board the TGV high-speed train that will whisk you through the French countryside to Lyon. Nestled between the Saone and Rhone rivers, Lyon is one of France's most important cities its gastronomic capital. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time for lunch on your own before a private cooking demonstration. Later, transfer to your luxurious ship, where you will gather this evening for a Welcome Dinner. (B,D)
Day 6 :	LYON
Today your panoramic tour of Lyon will take you to Place Bellecour with its equestrian statue of Louis XIV, Place des Terreaux with Bartholdi's Fountain, and the Town Hall. Afterwards, visit Fourvière, part of the historic region designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the "Hill of Prayers," Fourvière is famous for its iconic white Basilica of Notre-Dame, ruins of an ancient Roman theater, and majestic views of the city below. The ship departs for Belville this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 7 :	BELVILLE - VIENNE
This morning's tour will take you through the Beaujolais wine region, also known as the Pays d'Or ("land of the golden stones," named for the ochre limestone used to build local homes and castles). You will visit the medieval hilltop village of Oingt as well as the home of a local vintner, where you will enjoy a wine tasting, vineyard tour and explanation of the history of the region's wine production. Return to the ship in the afternoon and continue cruising towards Vienne, where you'll have a free evening to explore on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 8 :	VIENNE - TOURNON
Situated between the wine regions of Burgundy and Beaujolais, Vienne's Roman past can be seen in its marvelously preserved ruins. This morning, you will take a mini train tour and see the 1st-century Roman Temple of Augustus and Livia, the ruins of a Roman theater, and the medieval churches of St. Andre-Le-Bas and Abbey St. Pierre. As an alternative, you may choose to visit Chateâu Roussillon and Pottery (when available). Your ship will depart at midday for Tournon. This evening, explore the town on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 9 :	TOURNON - VIVIERS
This morning, visit Cornas, the premier producer of Côtes du Rhone wines. Enjoy a wine tasting and free time this afternoon to visit the 16th-century castle that is now a town hall. Return to the ship for lunch as we cruise to Viviers. After arriving this evening, you may take a "Ghost Walk" through this medieval town with colorful stories brought to life by local residents. (B,L,D)
Day 10 :	VIVIERS - AVIGNON
After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Grignan, a hilltop village surrounded by lavender fields. The village's Renaissance castle provides a commanding view of the surrounding countryside. Return to the ship and cruise to Avignon, site of the bridge made famous by the French children's song "Sur le pont d'Avignon" ("On the Bridge of Avignon"). Seven popes once resided in the magnificent Papal Palace, which you will visit during your walking tour. You will also see the well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As an alternative, take an excursion to the Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct that is a masterpiece of engineering and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour will also visit Uzes, a lovely town known for its castle (still occupied by the Duke of Uzes and his family), medieval streets and picturesque town square. Enjoy free time for shopping before returning to your ship. (B,L,D)
Day 11 :	AVIGNON - LES BAUX - ARLES
This morning, you will arrive in Arles and board a motor coach for an excursion to the village of Les Baux de Provence. The village's castle has a fascinating exhibit of medieval weapons. Later, visit an olive farm to learn about this age-old Provençal farming tradition. As an alternative, take the "Impressionist Experience" tour to the Saint Paul de Mausole Asylum, where Van Gogh once lived and painted such well-known works as The Irises and Starry Night. You will also visit the Carrieres de Lumieres, a stone quarry that projects European artwork on its walls, including many of Van Gogh's famous paintings. Late this afternoon, a city tour of Arles takes you to the Romanesque cathedral and the Roman Amphitheater. Another option is a guided bike tour to a Roman museum (capacity controlled).The ship moors overnight in Arles. (B,L,D)
Day 12 :	ARLES - DISEMBARKATION - BARCELONA, SPAIN
Disembark your ship in Arles and transfer to Barcelona. Along the way, you will pass through the eerie Camargue marshland and stop in the medieval town of Perpignan in France, where you will have free time for lunch and some exploring on your own. (B)
Day 13 :	BARCELONA
Your full day in Barcelona begins with a driving tour to the top of Montjuic Hill where you will enjoy glorious views of the city below. Continue along the waterfront to Las Ramblas, an iconic tree-lined boulevard, and explore the Gothic Quarter in the medieval center of the city. Your tour also includes the unique architectural works of Antoni Gaud? including Casa Mil? Casa Batll?and La Sagrada Familia, the basilica and UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been under construction for over a century. As an alternative, choose the "Tapas & Boqueria" tour of local tapas bars, where you will sample local favorites and take a guided tour of the Market of la Boqueria. (B)
Day 14 :	BARCELONA
Enjoy a full day at your leisure, or take part in an optional excursion to Montserrat to visit the famous Benedictine Abbey atop Montserrat Mountain. (B)
Day 15 :	DEPART BARCELONA
Bid farewell to Barcelona and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner)

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

• 3 nights hotel in Paris at the Pullman Paris Montparnasse (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
• Transfer to Lyon via High-speed TGV train
• 7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom, most with French balconies
• Life enriching tours and excursions daily
• "Culinary Delights - Bites & Sights" excursions
• State-of-the-art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library & English language TV stations
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
• Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding
• Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
• Free-flowing red & white wines from France's great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board
• Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
• Motorcoach from Arles to Perpignan and on to Barcelona
• 3 nights hotel in Barcelona at the Grand Marina (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
• Special highlights including lectures, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and piano music
• Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
• Services of professional Cruise Manager
• All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
• All transfers with the purchase of cruise, land & air package
• All local taxes

NOT INCLUDED

• Gratuities for guides & cruise personnel
• Transatlantic air-fare (can be arranged by UET from any US city)
• Items of personal nature & items not listed in the itinerary
• Port charges

TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:

2013 SAILINGS
DEP USA CANADA	START CITY	ITIN. STARTS	SHIP NAME	EMBARK CITY	EMBARK DATE	CRUISE ONLY	CRUISE & LAND
Mar 25 ‡	Barcelona	Mar 26	AmaDagio	Arles	Mar 29	$2,499	$4,059
Apr 8	Barcelona	Apr 9	AmaDagio	Arles	Apr 12	$2,799	$4,359
Apr 15	Paris	Apr 16	AmaDagio	Lyon	Apr 19	$3,099	$4,659
Apr 29	Paris	Apr 30	AmaDagio	Lyon	May 3	$3,199	$4,759	Please Call
May 13	Paris	May 14	AmaDagio	Lyon	May 17	$3,299	$4,859
May 20	Barcelona	May 21	AmaDagio	Arles	May 24	$3,299	$4,859
May 27	Paris	May 28	AmaDagio	Lyon	May 31	$3,299	$4,859	Please Call
Jun 17	Barcelona	Jun 18	AmaDagio	Arles	Jun 21	$3,199	$4,759
Jun 24	Paris	Jun 25	AmaDagio	Lyon	Jun 28	$3,199	$4,759
Jul 1	Barcelona	Jul 2	AmaDagio	Arles	Jul 5	$3,199	$4,759
Jul 22	Paris	Jul 23	AmaDagio	Lyon	Jul 26	$3,199	$4,759
Jul 29	Barcelona	Jul 30	AmaDagio	Arles	Aug 2	$3,199	$4,759
Aug 5	Paris	Aug 6	AmaDagio	Lyon	Aug 9	$3,199	$4,759
Aug 19	Paris	Aug 20	AmaDagio	Lyon	Aug 23	$3,199	$4,759	Please Call
Sep 2	Paris	Sep 3	AmaDagio	Lyon	Sep 6	$3,399	$4,959	Please Call
Sep 16	Paris	Sep 17	AmaDagio	Lyon	Sep 20	$3,399	$4,959
Sep 30	Paris	Oct 1	AmaDagio	Lyon	Oct 4	$3,399	$4,959	Please Call
Oct 14	Paris	Oct 15	AmaDagio	Lyon	Oct 18	$3,099	$4,659
Oct 21	Barcelona	Oct 22	AmaDagio	Arles	Oct 25	$2,899	$4,459
Oct 28	Paris	Oct 29	AmaDagio	Lyon	Nov 1	$2,699	$4,259
Nov 4 ‡	Barcelona	Nov 5	AmaDagio	Arles	Nov 8	$2,699	$4,259
Nov 18 ‡	Barcelona	Nov 19	AmaDagio	Arles	Nov 22	$2,699	$4,259
Nov 25	Paris	Nov 26	AmaDagio	Lyon	Nov 29	$2,799	$4,359
Dec 2	Barcelona	Dec 3	AmaDagio	Arles	Dec 6	$2,799	$4,359
Dec 9	Paris	Dec 10	AmaDagio	Lyon	Dec 13	$2,799	$4,359
Dec 16	Barcelona	Dec 17	AmaDagio	Arles	Dec 20	$2,799	$4,359
Dec 23	Paris	Dec 24	AmaDagio	Lyon	Dec 27	$2,799	$4,359

CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON
CATEGORY	DECK	STATEROOM	CRUISE ONLY	CRUISE & LAND
E	Piano	Fixed Windows	Base Price	Base Price
D	Piano	Fixed Windows	+ $199	+ $199
C	Violin & Cello	French Balcony	+ $579	+ 579
B	Violin & Cello	French Balcony	+ $779	+ $779
A	Violin	French Balcony	+ $889	+ $889
Suite	Violin	French Balcony	+ $1,899	+ $1,899
‡ "In Celebration of Wine" cruise. Note: Prices are per person in a Cat. E. Port Charges: $147 per person. Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites & Suites 100% of twin price. Single Supplement for Land: $780 per person. Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The Options are: Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

2014 SAILINGS
DEP USA CANADA	START CITY	ITIN. STARTS	SHIP NAME	EMBARK CITY	EMBARK DATE	CRUISE ONLY	CRUISE & LAND
Mar 30	Paris	Mar 31	AmaDagio	Lyon	Apr 3	$2,899	$4,399
Apr 6	Barcelona	Apr 7	AmaDagio	Arles	Apr 10	$3,099	$4,599
Apr 13	Paris	Apr 14	AmaDagio	Lyon	Apr 17	$3,199	$4,699
May 4	Barcelona	May 5	AmaDagio	Arles	May 8	$3,499	$4,999
May 11	Paris	May 12	AmaDagio	Lyon	May 15	$3,499	$4,999
May 25	Paris	May 26	AmaDagio	Lyon	May 29	$3,599	$5,099
Jun 8	Paris	Jun 9	AmaDagio	Lyon	Jun 12	$3,599	$5,099
Jun 15	Barcelona	Jun 16	AmaDagio	Arles	Jun 19	$3,499	$4,999
Jul 6	Paris	Jul 7	AmaDagio	Lyon	Jul 10	$3,399	$4,899
Jul 13	Barcelona	Jul 14	AmaDagio	Arles	Jul 17	$3,399	$4,899
Aug 3	Paris	Aug 4	AmaDagio	Lyon	Aug 7	$3,399	$4,899
Aug 10	Barcelona	Aug 11	AmaDagio	Arles	Aug 14	$3,399	$4,899
Aug 24	Barcelona	Aug 25	AmaDagio	Arles	Aug 28	$3,599	$5,099
Aug 31	Paris	Sep 1	AmaDagio	Lyon	Sep 4	$3,799	$5,299
Sep 7	Barcelona	Sep 8	AmaDagio	Arles	Sep 11	$3,799	$5,299
Sep 28	Paris	Sep 29	AmaDagio	Lyon	Oct 2	$3,799	$5,299
Oct 5	Barcelona	Oct 6	AmaDagio	Arles	Oct 9	$3,699	$5,199
Oct 19	Barcelona	Oct 20	AmaDagio	Arles	Oct 23	$3,399	$4,899
Oct 26	Paris	Oct 27	AmaDagio	Lyon	Oct 30	$3,299	$4,799
Nov 2	Barcelona	Nov 3	AmaDagio	Arles	Nov 6	$3,099	$4,599
Nov 16	Barcelona	Nov 17	AmaDagio	Arles	Nov 20	$2,999	$4,499
Nov 23	Paris	Nov 24	AmaDagio	Lyon	Nov 27	$3,099	$4,599
Nov 30	Barcelona	Dec 1	AmaDagio	Arles	Dec 4	$3,099	$4,599
Dec 7	Paris	Dec 8	AmaDagio	Lyon	Dec 11	$3,099	$4,599
Dec 14	Barcelona	Dec 15	AmaDagio	Arles	Dec 18	$3,099	$4,599
Dec 21	Paris	Dec 22	AmaDagio	Lyon	Dec 25	$3,099	$4,599

CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON
CATEGORY	DECK	STATEROOM	CRUISE ONLY	CRUISE & LAND
E	Piano	Fixed Windows	Base Price	Base Price
D	Piano	Fixed Windows	+ $249	+ $249
C	Violin & Cello	French Balcony	+ $649	+ 649
B	Violin & Cello	French Balcony	+ $849	+ $849
A	Violin	French Balcony	+ $979	+ $979
Suite	Violin	French Balcony	+ $1,999	+ $1,999
Note: Prices are per person in a Cat. E. Port Charges: $161 per person. Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites & Suites 100% of twin price. Single Supplement for Land: $840 per person. Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The Options are: Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

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