South of France

This morning explore Beaune, including a visit to Les Hospices de Beaune. Alternatively, visit the estate of Chteau de Savigny-les-Beaune to see the impressive collection of motorcycles, race cars and fighter planes.

Experience the magnificent Chteau de Cormatin, or savour French truffles in nearby villages.

Visit the fabulous Bresse Museum, or taste wine in the Mconnais-Beaujolais region. Alternatively, visit Cluny, the village surrounding the great Benedictine Abbey.

Enjoy a tour of Lyon, or an excursion to the medieval hilltop town of Prouges. Alternatively, visit the exclusive Paul Bocuse culinary school.

Cruising from Lyon youll have the opportunity to join a master class in French cuisine in Scenic Culinaire, or simply relax on board and soak in the expansive panoramas of this picturesque region as you glide into Tournon. On arrival, meet a spirited local for a fun and informative lecture on the French paradox and etiquette.

Visit the spectacular wine cave within Tournon Castle for a tasting, or enjoy a walking tour of Tain lHermitage, which includes a tasting at Valrhona Chocolates. You could also take a guided cycle to delightful neighbouring villages, or hike the famed Saint-Joseph vineyard for a tasting of the delicious varietals amidst the vines.

Enjoy a walking tour of Viviers, including an organ recital at Viviers Cathedral.

Enhance your culinary prowess with a lesson in Scenic Culinaire, or sample the celebrated wines of Chteauneuf-du-Pape at a charming Ctes du Rhne vineyard.

Shop with a Chef at a local market and cook up a storm in Scenic Culinaire. Alternatively, tour Gordes and lIsle-sur-la-Sourge, or take an excursion to Uzs and Pont du Gard.

Fine tune your cooking skills in Scenic Culinaire, or take in the wild beauty of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and visit the Parc Ornithologique. You could also visit the fortified Mediterranean village of Aigues-Mortes.

Tour the artistic heritage of Arles, and explore the Arles Arena, or visit the hilltop village of Les Baux before tasting the local products at a charming family-run olive farm. Alternatively, visit Saint-Rmy including Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery.