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Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent L Y O N & P R O V E N C E S E T S A I L F R O M $ 3 , 9 9 5 p p D A Y 1 L Y O N , F R A N C E Arrive in Lyon and embark your ship. Free time to relax or explore this vibrant city. D A Y 2 L Y O N , F R A N C E Tour the city of Lyon — a UNESCO World Heritage site, including a visit to the Basilica of Notre Dame. Continue on a guided walk through Vieux Lyon (Old Town). Free time to shop or sample the local cuisine. D A Y 3 L Y O N , F R A N C E Take a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Beaujolais, learn about the art of winemaking, and enjoy a tasting in one of the famous Beaujolais cellars. D A Y 4 V I E N N E , F R A N C E Walking tour of Vienne featuring the Temple of Augustus and Livia, the Roman amphitheatre and the Gothic Cathedral of St. Maurice. In the afternoon, enjoy the beautiful scenery as you cruise towards Tournon. D A Y 5 T O U R N O N , F R A N C E A morning ride onboard the Train de l'Ardèche through the deep gorges of the Ardèche plateau. Enjoy lunch on your ship as you cruise towards Viviers, then spend the evening strolling through Old Town. D A Y 6 A V I G N O N , F R A N C E A guided morning walk through Avignon, nicknamed the 'City of Popes', then enjoy a guided tour of the renowned Palace of the Popes — a UNESCO World Heritage site. Join the optional tour to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, visiting the vineyards and tasting the famous wine. Lunch and dinner are served onboard your ship. D A Y 7 A R L E S , F R A N C E Take a walking tour of Arles, stopping at Les Arènes and the Church of Saint-Trôphime. Lunch onboard your ship, then enjoy some free time to explore. Alternatively, attend an optional private painting class inspired by Vincent van Gogh and see where he created his masterpieces. D A Y 8 A V I G N O N , F R A N C E After breakfast, disembark your ship and proceed to Marseille airport for your return flight. Alternatively, extend your time in France with a three-night extension in the French Riviera. W I N E TA S T I N G , F R A N C E E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your cruise fare covers all this: • 8-day cruise with river view stateroom • Guided excursion in each port of call • All onboard meals • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard • Visit three UNESCO World Heritage sites • Culture Curriculum: Sample a variety of French cheeses, find out how to make your own fondant au chocolat, try some Beaujolais wines, enjoy lively French accordion tunes, attend lectures on current affairs and the painters of Provence and visit a local market • All port charges • All onboard gratuities and tipping • Complimentary airport transfers with Viking Air • In Explorer Suite category, enjoy complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage Package plus private airport transfers • Free Wi-Fi • No credit card surcharges 111