Fleur de Lys
The
day to day itinerary described below is a sample of a typical cruise on the
Fleur de Lys. However, on any one cruise, the moorings may change, there may be
fewer or more excursions, the places visited may vary depending on the season
and the passenger preferences. Because there are a limited number of passengers
on any of our vessels the guide can tailor the itinerary in accordance with the
passengers’ wishes.
Lyon
to St
Jean de Losne
Burgundy
Sunday –
Paris
to
Lyon
Depart Paris, Gare de Lyon, on the TGV
train in the afternoon. On arrival at
Lyon
station you are met by the Fleur de Lys
guide who escorts you on your transfer to
the barge for your cruise up the River Saône and through
Burgundy
. A champagne reception welcomes you on
board and gives you a chance to meet the crew.
A cocktail cruise gives you your first taste of cruising on the river.
Later that evening, enjoy your first dining experience on board.
Monday - Visit
Lyon
. Cruise to Montmerle.
Today’s visit is to
Lyon
, the second city of
France
.
Lyon
is a cultural, historic, gastronomic, and
commercial centre, little known outside of
France
. Dominating the city is the splendidly
ornate Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière. The standard of
Lyon
's shopping facilities is renowned for its quality and includes many chic
boutiques. After lunch relax on the top deck and watch the passing scenery of
the river Saône.
Wednesday – Cruise to Tournus. Visit
Abbey of
Cluny
and Château de Cormatin.
After breakfast, relax onboard and
savor the beauty of
Burgundy
and
Beaujolais
as you cruise the River Saône to Tournus.
Visit the Abbey of Cluny, for centuries the largest church in the world.
Then on to Château de Cormatin, a 17th century renaissance style
Chateau with elegant formal gardens.
Thursday – Visit Château de
Cormatin. Cruise Chalon-sur-Saône.
Visit Beaune.
This morning cruise to Chalon-sur-Saône
before enjoying lunch off the barge at Levernois, the famous Relais &
Chateaux hotel. After a stroll around their grounds we take a short drive to
Beaune, capital of the wine region of
Burgundy
, and a visit to the famous Hôtel-Dieu,
Hospice de Beaune. You will have the chance to explore Joseph Drouhin’s
cellar, where the King of France and the Duke of Burgundy used to store some of
their wines.
Friday – Visit Châlon market. Cruise
to
St. Jean
de Losne.
This
morning take a walking tour of Chalon-sur-Saône. As it is market day, you
should enjoy the wonderful atmosphere in the cathedral square.
We continue our cruise up the River Saône to our final mooring in St
Jean de Losne. Take a stroll over to
the port and see the many working and pleasure barges. Back on board the chef is
preparing a feast for your farewell dinner.
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