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Join Chef Jeff on Geoff's favorite River Cruise in Europe!
Sep 7 - 14, 2027
Culinary Cruise down the Rhône River | September 7 - 14, 2027
Join Chef Jeff Igel, Culinary Arts Director at Fox Valley Technical College, and Geoff Hendren of Bon Voyage Boutique Travel on Geoff’s favorite river cruise through Burgundy, Lyon, and Provence for an unforgettable culinary adventure in Southern France. Enjoy an exclusive 8-day Rhône and Saône River cruise, exclusively reserved for our travelers, with just 128 guests on board. Savor exceptional cuisine and regional wines while exploring iconic destinations including Arles, Avignon, Tournon, and Lyon—France’s renowned culinary capital. Along the way, discover stunning landscapes, rich history, charming villages, and authentic French culture. Guests may also choose to enhance their journey with optional pre-cruise nights in Nice and post-cruise stays in Paris. This unique experience combines the very best of French food, wine, culture, and history in one unforgettable journey!
Click "Full Itinerary" below to see more details on the cruise itinerary!
Itinerary
Trip Details
Tue, Sep 7: Arles, France
Wed, Sep 8: Arles, France
Thu, Sep 9: Avignon, France
Fri, Sep 10: Vivers, France
Sat, Sep 11: Tournon, France
Sun, Sep 12: Lyon, France
Mon, Sep 13: Chalon-sur-Saône, France
Tue, Sep 14: Chalon-sur-Saône, France
Full Itinerary
Inclusions
- Bon Voyage Host: Geoff
- 7-night cruise on the Avalon Poetry II
- All meals on board the Cruise
- Daily Entertainment Onboard
- Drink Package
- Port Fees
- Cruise Gratuities
- Daily Guided Shore Excursions
Not Included
- Airfare(estimated at $1800pp)
- Travel insurance(estimated at 10% of trip cost)
- Meals during Land Portion
- Tips for local guides and drivers
Room Categories & Pricing
All Rooms have the following Features:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- USB ports
- Premium hairdryer
- European-style duvets
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- Soft and firm pillow options
- Extra blankets
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- In-room safe
- Lighted makeup mirror
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels and 50+ free movies
- 3-door closet for storage
- Well-stocked minibar
- Writing desk and chair
- Full shower with glass door
- Nightly turn-down service
- Direct-dial telephone
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- Large bathroom mirror
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Elegant contemporary design
- Complimentary filtered water
- L’Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Individual climate control
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Choice of bed configuration (One Queen-Sized Bed or Two Twins)
SOLD OUT Deluxe Stateroom - Category D & E - Indigo Deck
$5251 per person
- Two windows (no balcony)
172 sq. ft.
SOLD OUT Panorama Suite - Category B - Sapphire Deck Aft
$7150 per person
- Wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air balcony
- 6-person sitting area
- Sofa and coffee table
200 sq. ft.
SOLD OUT Panorama Suite - Category A - Sapphire Deck Forward
$7250 per person
- Wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air balcony
- 6-person sitting area
- Sofa and coffee table
200 sq. ft.
SOLD OUT Panorama Suite - Category P - Royal Deck
$7300 per person
- Wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air balcony
- 6-person sitting area
- Sofa and coffee table
200 sq. ft.
SOLD OUT Royal Suite - Category S - Royal Deck
$9150 per person
- Wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air balcony
- 6-person sitting area with sofa and coffee table
- Complimentary laundry service
- Coffee machine
- Selection of snacks and chocolates included
- Double sinks in bathroom
- Two flatscreen TVs
- Two spacious closets
300 sq. ft.
Payment Schedule
$1000 per person non-refundable deposit due at time of booking
Insurance due at time of booking
Final payment due on March 1, 2027Please Note: There is a 3.5% fee on all credit card transactions!
Optional Add-Ons
Pre-Cruise: Nice, France | September 5 -7, 2027
Sunday, September 5: Arrive in Nice and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Monday, September 6: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a Bites & Highlights of Nice food tour included for all guests. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure, then return to the hotel.
Tuesday, September 7: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and departing on a bus transfer from Nice to Aix-en-Provence. Explore Aix-en-Provence with a guided tour included for all guests, then continue to Arles for your transfer to the ship. Embarkation follows, marking the beginning of your cruise program.
- $1000 per person, based on double occupancy
- $250 per person deposit is due at the time of booking
Post-Cruise: Paris, France | September 14 - 17, 2027
Tuesday, September 14: After disembarkation, transfer to the train station for your journey to Paris. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided Paris City Tour, followed by a transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight accommodation.
Wednesday, September 15: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before participating in a French cooking class. In the afternoon, guests will have the option to purchase an optional excursion to Montmartre, with the evening left at leisure.
Thursday, September 16: Enjoy today at leisure with the option to go on a Normandy Beaches excursion(additional cost).
Friday, September 17: Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
- $1525 per person, based on double occupancy
- $250 per person deposit is due at the time of booking
Your Advisor
Geoff Hendren
Bon Voyage Boutique Travel LLC
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geoff@bonvoyagebt.com
9207252880