The
Itinerary
(subject to change)
Also:
SEE our extensive travelogue and trip report from our July 2009 scouting trip.
It contains descriptions of our full "dry run" cruise, and good info on getting
around France.
Enjoy the
warmth of not only the central European people but also the warmth of the sun
daily on your ship's clothing-optional sun deck as you glide through the
absolute best of Southern France from Chalon-sur-Saône to Avignon, and
optional side trips close by to the French Riviera or Paris.
 A river cruise with Viking River Cruises is the best way to see
Southern France up close and in depth. Explore the best destinations in the
world from an intimate and fun clothing optional perspective, spending your
time being there, not getting there.
Viking River Cruises offers you
fine food, great service, romantic and scenic cruising along two famous French
rivers, the Saone and Rhone.
Viking River Cruises visits at least one
port a day so you can explore small villages off the beaten path that are
inaccessible via an ocean cruise. Docking in the heart of town, you'll have
more time to see and experience the cities and villages, not just travel to the
cities.
You'll enjoy ever-changing riverside scenery on board butt
naked if you choose, riverside wine tours as well as local nightlife when your
ship overnights in the various ports.
Come aboard with Castaways
Travel and Viking River Cruises!
Itinerary Details - (Updated 01-01-2009)
July 2010
Castaways Travel Private Clothing Optional Southern France River
Cruise
Day 1 - Sunday - Chalon-sur-Saône
Fly
into Lyon. Transfer to your ship docked in Chalon-sur-Saône.* After
boarding, take free time to explore this quaint town—or join our
“welcome walk” to stretch your legs and start getting oriented.
*Transfers extra, about an hour from Lyon Airport.
Day 2 -
Monday - Beaune & Burgundy Wine Tour
After breakfast, take a
scenic drive along France’s Burgundy wine route through Pommard, Volnay
and Meursault. Arrive in Beaune, wine capital of Burgundy, for a guided tour of
beautiful Hôtel Dieu, founded as a hospice in 1443. Learn about local
viticulture and enjoy a wine-tasting at one of Beaune’s famous cellars.
Return to your ship for lunch. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure with
dinner aboard—as always, your Program Director can help you plan your free
time.
Day 3 - Tuesday - Lyon
After a morning
cruise through the picturesque countryside and lunch aboard, take an afternoon
tour of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin with a drive to the top of
Fourvière Hill for amazing views of the city. Visit the Basilica of
Notre Dame and drive through town past the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral and
the Palace of Justice. Then take a walking tour through the cobbled streets of
Vieux Lyon (Old Town), with free time to shop for souvenirs or sample some of
the fine French cuisine for which Lyon is world-famous. Dinner served aboard.
Or enjoy a night on the town at one of Lyon's famous bistros or night clubs for
some adult fun.
Day 4 - Wednesday - Lyon &
Vienne
The morning is free to further explore this remarkable
2,000-year-old city in the heart of France. Depart just before lunchtime. This
afternoon, take a walking tour of Vienne, a beautiful town with an ancient
Roman past. Visit the Temple of Augustus & Livia, the Roman amphitheater
and the Cathedral of St. Maurice; your tour ends with a mini-train ride to the
top of Mount Pipet for panoramic views. Dine aboard and depart this
evening.
Day 5 - Thursday - Tournon & Viviers
Awake in Tournon and take a ride to Châteauneuf-sur-Isère near
Tain L’Hermitage. During a guided tour of the area, learn about the
region’s winemaking traditions and taste some famous regional red wines.
Then visit the Musée de Tain L’Hermitage located in the oldest
house in the region. Lunch aboard and cruise through the afternoon; arrive
after dinner in Viviers, a quaint town in a mountainous setting. Join your
Program Director for an evening stroll through the Old Town with its medieval
and Renaissance buildings. Enjoy free time before retiring for the evening.
Day 6 - Friday - Arles
Arrive during
breakfast and meet your guide for a walking tour of Arles with its diverse
architectural highlights. Experience the city’s vibrant colors and the
striking quality of light that have inspired artists. Arles is also the site of
some impressive Roman ruins, including Les Arènes, an arena that seats
20,000 and is still in use, as well as beautiful Romanesque monuments such as
Saint-Trôphime, completed in the 15th century. Return aboard for lunch
followed by afternoon free time to explore or shop for handcrafted gifts.
Dinner is served as you depart.
Day 7 - Saturday -
Avignon
This morning, set out on a guided walk of Avignon, nicknamed
“City of Popes” because it was home to seven popes from 1309 to 1377.
Stroll through the historic center, stop at the picturesque Pont d’Avignon
and walk the Place de l’Horloge. Continue to the renowned Palace of the
Popes for a guided tour through this rambling maze of Gothic architecture which
served as papal residence, fortress, church and palace. You can join the
optional tour to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, visiting the vineyards and tasting
the famous wine. Lunch and dinner served aboard. Your ship remains docked
overnight. Enjoy a night on the town at one of Avignon's bistros or night clubs
for some adult fun.
Day 8 - Sunday - Avignon
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the Marseille airport for your
return flight, or continue on to your after cruise destination such as the
French Riviera or Paris. Or, rent a car and drive down to visit and enjoy Cap
d'Agde, a couple of hours south of Arles/Avignon via the modern toll way. Cap
d'Agde is the world's largest nude city with almost 40,000 nude visitors during
the summer.
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