Experience Burgundy & Provence

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Join Sonoma Valley Wine on a cruise through the French wine country

ABOARD AMACELLO • 7  NIGHTS • JUNE 4 TO 11, 2026

Arles • Avignon • Viviers • Vienne • Lyon • Mâcon • Tournus • Chalon-Sur-Saône • Dijon

Experience the trip of a lifetime as you explore the heart of French wine country — Burgundy and Provence — on a luxurious 7-night river cruise June 4–11, 2026, aboard the elegant AmaCello.

 

This exclusive wine-themed voyage will be hosted by some of Sonoma Valley’s most passionate ambassadors: Megan Cline of Cline Cellars, Bart Hansen of Dane Cellars, Melanie Schafer of Gloria Ferrer. and Chris & Robyn Sebastiani, members of one of Sonoma’s founding wine families.

 

Together, they’ll guide you through an unforgettable journey that blends rich French culture with the distinctive wines of Sonoma Valley, showcasing the variety and craftsmanship found across the region’s unique AVAs.

Early Booking Bonus: Save up to $400 per person when you reserve by September 30, 2025! 

Ready to cruise? Bookings are made directly through Expedia Cruises | Wine Club Cruises.

Contact them by phone at 877.651.7447 or via email at wineclub@expediacruises.com for more information and to get started.cruise

Exclusive Wine Experiences On Board Include:

 

  • Welcome Aboard Reception
  • Two Wine & Food Pairing Dinners led by your wine hosts
  • A Guided Seminar Featuring Wines from across Sonoma Valley AVAs
  • Three expert-led wine tastings highlighting varietals that define our region

 

Explore Historic Towns & Vineyards Along the Rhône and Saône Rivers including Lyon, Avignon, Tournus, Macon, Chalon-sur-Saône, Dijon and more — with guided shore excursions included in every port.

Your Hosts

Bart Hansen, Dane Cellars

Chris & Robyn Sebastiani, members of one of Sonoma’s founding families

Megan Cline, Cline Family Cellars

Melanie Schafer, Gloria Ferrer

Your Exceptional Journey through Burgundy & Provence! Indulge in French flavors on a palate-pleasing itinerary that highlights the essence of France’s Burgundy and Provence. Uncover the Roman history of Chalon-sur Saône and delight in charming Tournus with its towering Romanesque abbey and historic apothecary shop. Visit French châteaux from Burgundy to Provence, taste your way through the French culinary capital of Lyon and visit the Papal Palace in Avignon.


 Enjoy wine tastings in beautiful destinations such as Tournus, Mâcon and Lyon. Absorb the breathtaking scenery of elegant vineyards and historic sites as you sail along the Saône and Rhône Rivers. Savor regional cuisine and delightful treats on board and in the wonderful ports you visit. All of which you will enjoy on this captivating cruise with your Sonoma Valley wine hosts!

June 4

Arles

  • Embarkation

June 5

Arles and Avignon

  • Arles or Van Gough Walking tour OR
  • Arles bike tour

 

  • Avignon walking tour
  • Tastes of Avignon OR
  • Chateauneuf du Pape wine tasting

June 6

Viviers

  • Grignan truffle farm visit
  • Viviers walking tour, active walk or bike tour

June 7 Vienne & Lyon

Vienne & Lyon

  • Vienne walking tour
  • Mount Pipet hike OR
  • ViaRhôna bike tour
  • Sonoma Valley Wine exclusive tour!

 

  • “France’s Culinary Capital” city tour OR
  • Vieux Lyon walk and tasting tour OR
  • Lyon bike tour

June 8 Macon

Macon

  • “The South Burgundy City” Mâcon tour OR
  • Cluny Abbey OR
  • Mâconnais/ Beaujolais wine tasting OR
  • Mâcon to Tournus bike ride

June 9 Tournus

Tournus

  • Tournus city tour and Abbey of Saint Philibert visit OR
  • Château Cormatin OR
  • Medieval Brancion OR
  • Scenic Cruising OR
  • Bike ride to Chalon-sur-Saône

June 11 Dijon

Dijon

  • Disembarkation