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'Le Phénicien' - Canal du Rhône à Sète & Rhône River 2021

7 days from $3,820 per person

Limited to 18 guests

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Delightful 'Le Phénicien' floats lazily along the waterways of the Carmargue, meandering its way through the Languedoc wine region. Observe the daily lives of residents, and visit a ranch to see local cowboys tend to their horses and bulls. Visit the medieval, clifftop village of Les Baux-de-Provence and Pont du Gard, the famed ancient Roman aqueduct. Taste award-winning wines at Châteauneuf-du-Pape and explore the historic Palais des Papes in Avignon.
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Vessel Information

127 feet long, 16.5 feet wide with air conditioning throughout

Capacity for 18 in 9 cabins (6 queen and 3 twin), each outward facing with en suite bathroom

Salon with stereo system, television and assortment of CDs/DVDs

Sun Deck, partially covered for al fresco dining

Bicycles provided

Internet access (limited in some areas)

All meals and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) included

Deck Plan
Day 1
SUNDAY

Meet in Nîmes for transfer to ‘Le Phénicien,’ moored in Aigues-Mortes. Enjoy a welcome reception, followed by your first gourmet dinner on board.

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Meals: Dinner
Day 2
MONDAY

Cruise to the Camargue this morning, heading east on the Canal du Rhône à Sète that links the Petit Rhône with the étangs (inland seas) dotting the Mediterranean coast. Moor in the quiet village of Gallician before visiting a prestigious manade (ranch), where local cowboys on white horses demonstrate how they tend their herds of bulls.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
TUESDAY

An unforgettable cruise takes you to the Roman city of Arles, the "open-air museum" of Provence. Join your guide to explore the haunts of Vincent van Gogh, who painted a myriad of canvases here in 1888.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
WEDNESDAY

While cruising the mighty Rhône River, ‘Le Phénicien’ passes through the 36-foot-high lock at Beaucaire en route to Aramon, where a lively game of pétanque awaits. In the afternoon, visit medieval Les Baux-de-Provence, dramatically set atop a rocky plateau of the Alpilles.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
THURSDAY

After breakfast, cruise to historic Villeneuve-lès-Avignon for a guided excursion to the Pont du Gard. This masterpiece of Roman engineering is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an informative museum showcasing the historic significance of the magnificent tri-level aqueduct.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
FRIDAY

Today, visit one of the best cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a guided visit and wine tasting. Then, cruise to the walled city of Avignon, to visit the Palais des Papes that served as a fortress as well as a palace. With walls that are 13 feet thick in some places and defensive towers reaching to 165 feet, the Palais des Papes remains a symbol of the time when Avignon was the fortified center of the Christian world. Gather tonight for a farewell dinner to mark your last evening on board 'Le Phénicien.'

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
SATURDAY

After breakfast, transfer to Avignon, where your journey ends.

Meals: Breakfast

Route runs in reverse on alternate weeks and may differ on selected cruise dates.

Book a 2022 cruise at 2021 pricing when you reserve by May 31, 2021. Contact A&K for details.

Prices are in USD, per person and based on double occupancy unless noted as charter. Contact A&K for availability. 

  • 2021
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Mar 14 - Apr 18, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $3,820
    Single Supplement
    $1,470
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $61,890
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Apr 25 - May 9, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,380
    Single Supplement
    $1,500
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $69,325
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between May 16 - Jun 20, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,750
    Single Supplement
    $2,010
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $77,985
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Jun 27 - Jul 11, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,380
    Single Supplement
    $1,500
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $69,325
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Jul 18 - Aug 8, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $3,820
    Single Supplement
    $1,470
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $61,890
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Aug 15 - 22, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,380
    Single Supplement
    $1,500
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $69,325
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Aug 29 - Sep 26, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,750
    Single Supplement
    $2,010
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $77,985
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Oct 3 - 17, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $4,380
    Single Supplement
    $1,500
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $69,325
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
  • Departing Every Sunday Between Oct 24 - 31, 2021
    Cabin Class
    Price
    Single Supplement
    Cabin Class
    Cabin
    Price
    $3,820
    Single Supplement
    $1,470
    Cabin Class
    Private Charters
    Price
    $61,890
    Single Supplement
    N/A
    How many people are travelling in your group?
Journey Details

Minimum age for Individual Travel is 12 years.

Reduced pricing available for Private Charters of 12-17 guests.

Cooking, cycling, golf and wine theme cruises available for Private Charters (supplements may apply).

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