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Essence of Burgundy & Provence
from $3,349 pp

  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Destinations: Europe, France

AmaWaterways | 7 Nights | Dijon to Arles (or reverse)

May - December 2026 Departures

April - December 2027 Departures

Sail through the heart of France, where time slows and each bend in the river reveals another tableau of sunlit vineyards and medieval towns. From Burgundy’s storied cellars to Provence’s lavender-scented air, this journey invites you to savor the rhythm, beauty, and art de vivre of southern France.

AAA Member Benefits and Special Offers:

  • Member Benefits
    • Up to $300 per stateroom savings
    • Bottle of wine & box of chocolates
  • AAA Vacations® Amenities
    • Up to an additional $200 per stateroom savings
    • Up to $150 per stateroom onboard spending credit
    • Available on select sailings & combinable with Member Benefits
Call to Book 1-800-529-3222
Included With Your Trip

Life on Board

  • Accommodations: Settle into elegantly designed staterooms where comfort meets style. Wake to river views from outside twin balconies and feel at home in spaces created for rest, reflection, and quiet indulgence.
  • Dining: Enjoy cuisine inspired by the regions you sail through, beautifully prepared and perfectly paired with fine wines. Each meal celebrates the art of travel through flavor, conversation, and a genuine sense of place.
  • Wellness: There’s a variety of ways to relax and recharge on every AmaWaterways vessel. From ships equipped with fitness centers and pickleball courts to luxurious spa and salon treatments, wellness is focused on the whole you.
  • Ships: Sail aboard intimate ships designed for connection: to the river, to each destination, and to one another. Thoughtfully sized and beautifully appointed, each vessel combines spacious comfort with a genuine sense of home.

Immersive Experiences on Shore

  • Choice of Excursions Every Day: Follow your own interests with multiple options to choose from each day, from relaxed exploration to active adventure, always included.
  • Expert Guides: Wander through charming towns and historic landmarks alongside expert guides who will share the history, traditions, and stories about each place.
  • Wine Tastings and Culinary Discoveries: Step ashore to taste wine in local vineyards, visit breweries, try local delicacies in markets, and discover the flavors and cuisine of the places you pass through.
  • Active Adventures: Take a more energetic route with guided cycling and hiking tours that blend scenic beauty, cultural insight, and a touch of adventure.
  • Small-Group Experiences: Connect more deeply with each destination and enjoy personal attention in small groups designed for genuine discovery and conversation.
  • Encounters with Local Culture: Enjoy rare access to experiences not easily found on your own, like private tours and local performances made possible through AmaWaterways’ trusted connections.
Additional Information

Day 1: Dijon, France

Settle aboard your elegant ship in Dijon, a city that blends historic grace with modern French life. The adventure begins with the soft glow of evening light and the promise of vineyards, villages, and Provençal charm ahead.

Day 2: Tournus, France

Lose yourself in the warmth of Burgundy, where medieval streets and market squares hum with quiet history. Whether by foot or bicycle, today is a celebration of wine-country life: slow, rich, and endlessly inviting.

Day 3: Tournus, France

The morning brings mist over abbey spires and a glow of light upon the vineyards. Each stop–from storybook villages to gentle riverside paths–invites you deeper into the timeless countryside that defines Burgundy’s soul.

Day 4: Mâcon, France

In Mâcon, life unfolds at a gentler pace–under the arches of ancient abbeys, across sun-streaked riverbanks, and through winding cobblestone streets. Savor the elegance of southern Burgundy and its first hints of Provençal warmth.

Day 5: Lyon, France

Lyon greets you with café aromas, grand architecture, and the quiet hum of daily life along its riverfront. Wander through its hidden passageways, sample its rich flavors, and feel the effortless harmony between past and present.

Day 6: Vienne, France

Between hilltop villages and quiet country roads, discover the rustic poetry of Provence–a world where history, flavor, and nature blend in perfect ease.

Day 7: Avignon, France

Avignon’s golden walls and Arles’ colorful streets capture the heart of southern France–warm, sunlit, and full of charm. Every moment feels like a work of art, from the taste of local wine to the places that once inspired Van Gogh.

Day 8: Arles, France

Bid farewell to France and prepare for your journey home.

Departure Dates
Start: May 28, 2026
End: December 24, 2026
Price: $3,349 pp


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Start: April 1, 2027
End: December 23, 2027
Price: $3,629 pp


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