Food buffs and wine lovers will be able to celebrate the best of French cuisine aboard two new culinary river cruises.
The 11-day Scenic Tastes of Southern France voyage will travel on a round-trip from Lyon through the gastronomic heart of France, taking in Tournus, Mâcon, Chalon-sur-Saône, Tain L’Hermitage, Avignon and Viviers.
The all-inclusive journey includes an exclusive interactive workshop at the Valrhona Cité du Chocolate Museum behind closed doors, an onboard meal served by Michelin-starred chef Didier Goiggon and a visit to the restaurant of acclaimed chef, Georges Blanc.
Prices for the 11-day itinerary start from £3,395 per person departing May 5 on board the Scenic Sapphire ship.
Alternatively, venture into the heart of the renowned Bordeaux winemaking region, with Scenic’s 11-day Flavours of Bordeaux cruise.
Taste fresh oysters from the crystal-clear waters of Arcachon Bay, sample the finest Cognac at the Rémy Martin estate and indulge in an exclusive Cheese of France tasting experience sampling the country’s most celebrated cheeses and wine.
Prices start from £3,395 per person departing May 25 on board Scenic Diamond.
Meanwhile, Scenic has unveiled its 2023-24 ocean cruise programme, featuring 85 voyages that visit more than 50 countries across every continent with destinations including Indonesia, the Pacific Islands, Australia, the Caribbean and Scotland.
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