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The Burlington Wine Club 2027 River Cruise: The Essence of Burgundy & Provence

Sep 6 - 19, 2027

7-Night AmaWaterways River Cruise

Arles to Dijon | Burgundy, Rhône Valley & Provence

Join Danielle, Teresa, and your fellow Burlington Wine Club members on a special 7-night AmaWaterways river cruise through Burgundy and Provence, sailing September 9 to 16, 2027.

This thoughtfully curated journey blends the celebrated wine regions of Burgundy with the sun-drenched landscapes of Provence, offering a beautiful mix of wine, food, history, and culture. From vineyard-rich towns such as Beaune and Mâcon to the Rhône Valley, Avignon, and Arles, this itinerary offers a well-rounded look at some of France’s most memorable regions.

Along the way, members will enjoy the ease of river cruising while experiencing wine tastings, regional cuisine, historic towns, châteaux, truffle country, and UNESCO-listed sites. It is an ideal opportunity to travel with fellow wine lovers and experience France in a relaxed, enriching, and sociable way.

Itinerary

  1. Thu, Sep 9: Arles, France

  2. Fri, Sep 10: Arles, France

  3. Sat, Sep 11: Viviers, France

  4. Sun, Sep 12: Vienne, France

  5. Mon, Sep 13: Mâcon, France

  6. Tue, Sep 14: Tournus, France

  7. Wed, Sep 15: Chalon-sur-Saône, France

  8. Thu, Sep 16: Dijon, France

Full Itinerary

  • Essence of Burgundy & Provence

    *note - this video speaks to the itinerary starting in Dijon, ending in Arles. The itinerary, tours are all the same no matter if you start the cruise in Arles or Dijon

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  • What's Included

    Your AmaWaterways Cruise Includes:

    • 7 nights aboard the award-winning AmaCello
    • Daily guided shore excursions
    • Fine dining throughout the cruise
    • Unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
    • Complimentary Sip & Sail cocktail hour featuring wine, beer, spirits, and soft drinks
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
    • Wellness activities, including guided hikes and fitness classes
    • Use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration and guided bike tours
    • Onboard entertainment and enrichment programs
    • Included gratuities on the cruise
    • Included gratuities on AmaWaterways pre- and post-cruise land package

    Not Included:

    • Airfare
    • Travel insurance
    • Optional pre- and post-cruise hotel stays (unless included through a promotion)
    • Airport transfers not associated with an AmaWaterways air package
    • Personal expenses and purchases ashore
  • About the AmaCello

    AmaCello is a beautifully designed river ship with warm gold and orange tones that reflect the colours of autumn in Europe. Onboard, you’ll find a relaxing Sun Deck with a whirlpool, loungers and plenty of space to enjoy the passing scenery.

    Dining is a real highlight, with meals served in the Main Restaurant as well as The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant. AmaWaterways is known for its cuisine, using fresh, locally inspired ingredients, and its European ships are part of the prestigious La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs culinary society.

    Most staterooms feature French balconies, along with thoughtful comforts such as Entertainment-On-Demand, climate-controlled air conditioning and an in-room safe. The ship also offers a fitness room, sauna and massage room.

    AmaCello was voted Best Ship for Common Spaces/Interiors in the 2023 Cruising Journal Awards and has also received a Green Award, recognizing industry-leading safety, quality and environmental performance.

  • Staterooms & Pricing

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    Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy, and includes all port taxes and fees
    Gratuities for 7 night cruise included in cruise fare
    *pricing and availability subject to change without notice

    Category

    CAT A
    French Balcony

    CAT B
    French Balcony

    CAT C
    French Balcony

    CAT D
    Fixed Window

    CAT E
    Fixed Window

    Price per person based
    based on double occupancy

    $9418

    $9283

    $9013

    $6922

    Sold out

    $100 On Board Credit per person

    Free upgrade to A
    based on availability
    $100 OBC Per person

    Free upgrade to B
    based on availability
    $100 OBC per person

    170 sq ft

    170 sq ft

    170 sq ft

    170 sq ft

    170 sq ft

  • Optional Pre & Post-Cruise Land Packages

    EXTEND YOUR CRUISE WITH OPTIONAL LAND PACKAGES

    3-Night Nice Pre-Cruise Package

    Dates: September 6-9 2027

    Pricing: From C$2,529 per person, double occupancy

    3-Night Geneva Post-Cruise Package

    Dates: September 16 –19, 2027

    Pricing: From C$2,529 per person, double occupancy

    All Land Packages Include:

    *Stays at world-class 4- and 5-star hotels conveniently located near the major sites

    *Daily breakfast at the hotel

    *Convenient transfers and portage service between your hotel and river cruise ship

    *The services of one of our extraordinary Cruise Managers throughout your journey

    *Enriching city tours and excursions led by knowledgeable local guides

  • Why Travel with the Burlington Wine Club a River Cruise

    Travelling with the Burlington Wine Club offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to connect with like-minded people who share an appreciation for food, wine, culture, and meaningful travel, while still enjoying the freedom to shape each day in a way that suits you.

    A river cruise is especially well-suited to group travel because it offers a relaxed, flexible experience. Each day, guests can choose from a variety of included excursions based on their own interests and activity level, whether that means a wine tasting, a cultural walking tour, a culinary experience, or time to explore at a gentler pace.

    There will be opportunities to gather, share stories, and discuss the day’s discoveries with fellow Wine Club members, while still having space to enjoy the journey independently. It is social, but not overly structured, a comfortable way to travel together while still making the experience your own.

  • Interested in joining the Burlington Wine Club river cruise?

    Click the “Join the BWC Cruise” button to send your inquiry to Grace, or contact her directly:

    Email: grace@travelwithgrace.ca
    Phone: 416.486.9245

    Grace would be happy to help you explore it further and will:

    • Confirm current pricing and availability
    • Walk you through the itinerary
    • Answer your questions
    • Place a courtesy hold on a cabin while you decide

    Booking Terms


    Group space is not being held
    All reservations are subject to availability upon receipt of full names and a C$ 500-per-person deposit.

    $250 is immediately non-refundable.
    Final balance due June 03, 2027

  • Travel Insurance & Added Flexibility

    Travel insurance is strongly recommended to help protect your travel investment. Unexpected situations can happen before or during a trip, including illness, injury, trip interruption, flight delays, lost or delayed baggage, or the need to cancel for an insured reason.

    Travel with Grace offers Manulife Travel Insurance and can provide a personalized quote based on the type of coverage you need, such as emergency medical, trip cancellation, trip interruption, baggage protection, or a more comprehensive package.

    AmaWaterways also offers Travel Waiver Plus 31 at C$299 per person. This is not travel insurance, but it can provide added flexibility. It allows you to cancel your AmaWaterways vacation for any reason up to 31 days prior to the start of your AmaWaterways purchased services. If you cancel under this waiver, you will receive a future cruise credit valid for 24 months from the date the cancellation is received.

    Travel Waiver Plus 31 must be purchased at the time of initial payment and only applies to penalties charged by AmaWaterways. It does not cover non-refundable items such as airfare, custom arrangements, medical expenses, or post-departure benefits. For this reason, additional travel insurance is highly recommended.

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Your Advisor

Grace Wong, CTC, ACC

Travel With Grace

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grace@travelwithgrace.ca

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