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(US) Harmonia Early Music: A Claviorga-whaa??
From the latest newsletter from Harmonia Early Music ...
"The first time you see a claviorganum, you might feel like you're seeing a mythical creature. Like the part lion-part man griffen, or part girl-part fish mermaid, the clavigorganum is part harpsichord and part organ. ...
(UK) Lufthansa Festival of Baroque Music -- Name Change
From a recent newsletter from Lufthansa Festival of Baroque Music
For 30 years, the Festival has been lucky enough to benefit from one loyal sponsor: Lufthansa German Airlines. It is with profound gratitude and respect that we acknowledge Lufthansa's decision to cease funding after the 2014 Festival has ended. But ...
(US) Folger Shakespeare Library
News from the Forger Shakespeard Library of its upcoming summer events. Not to be disappointed if you are indeed a fan of Shakespeare.
(US) ArkivMusic "Complete Opera Recordings Clearance"
News from ArkivMusic of its "Complete Opera Recordings Clearance" and reminders that the stock is limited "at these low prices". Have a look and you may find some long sought recordings of early music works.
(FR) Festival EmbarOquement Immédiat 2014
From the latest Harmonia Sacra newsletter of June 19 2014
News from Harmonia Sacra and of the Festival EmbarOquement Immédiat 2014 which is already over with a planned June 24th evening to thank volunteers who helped make the festival the success that it was. The upcoming 2014-2015 Hormonia Sacra season will also be announced on the same day, in addition, details of next year's 2015 festival season as well.
(BE) MAFestival Bruges: Expo Historical Instruments (2-5 August 2014)
Location: Bruges, BE
focus ON MELODY INSTRUMENTS
"Historical instruments will be resounding at the Provincial Court in Bruges from August 2nd till 5th 2014. Renowned builders and publishers form all over the world presenting themselves to the international MAfestival public. ...
(US) Harmonia Early Music: Barqouevolution
(US) 2014 edition of Lute Society of America's Summer Seminar and Lute Festival (22-28 June 2014)
Location: Case Western Reserve University, Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH, US
Join in the fun at the 2014 edition of Lute Society of America's Summer Seminar and Lute Festival! This year, the seminar will explore the lute from every angle. The event will feature a distinguished faculty of lute performers, musicological specialists, and vocal coaches. The faculty includes Paul Beier, Eduardo Egüez, soprano Ellen Hargis, Grant Herreid, Jakob Lindberg, Nigel North, Pat O'Brien, luthier Andy Rutherford, Crawford Young, and The Venere Lute Quartet - Douglas Freundlich, Gail Gillispie, Christopher Morrongiello, and Phillip Rukavina. The 2014 Patrick O'Brien Lecturer is lutenist Richard Stone. ...
(UK) Academy of St Cecilia Workshop (12 July 2014)
Location: St George's Metropolitan Cathedral,Westminster Bridge Road, Southwark, London, SE1 7HY
32-Part Polychoral Music by Heinrich Biber Tutored by Philip Thorby
with The Von Bibern Players and Norman Harper - Organist St George's Cathedral
"The Academy of St Cecilia is delighted to invite singers for a workshop day of 32-part polychoral music by Heinrich Biber tutored by Philip Thorby. Philip is a globally known expert in the performance of Renaissance and Baroque music. ...
(UK) Handel House Museum Concert line-ups
Location: Handel House Museum, 25 Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1K 4HB
The month of June has arrived and some concert dates have already been sold out!
Handel and the Hanoverians - SOLD OUT (Thu 5 June, 6.30pm) / BHS Recital: Old and New, Tired and True (Tue 10 June, 6.30pm) / Royal Handel - SOLD OUT (Thu 12 June, 6:30pm) / Duets for the Duchess - SOLD OUT (Thu 19 June, 6.30pm) / Acis and Galatea (Sat 1 June, 4-10pm) / Handel and the Burlington Circle - SOLD OUT (Thurs 26 June, 6.30pm)
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Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
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Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2
Genital herpes affects the skin or mucous membranes of the genitals. The virus is spread from one person to another during sexual contact.
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Habif TP. Sexually transmitted viral infections. In: Habif TP, ed. Clinical Dermatology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Mosby; 2009:chap 11.
Schiffer JT, Corey L. Herpes simplex virus. In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone; 2009:chap 136.
Workowski KA, Berman S; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines, 2010. MMWR Recomm Rep. 2010;59(RR-12):1-110.
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Focusing on French cuisine and village life, A Taste of France features a 7-night Rhône River cruise aboard ms Swiss Emerald through vineyard country that's home to some of the world's most exceptional wines. Tauck's epicurean delights begin in Paris with a reception and dinner at Fouquet's, the celebrity hotspot on the Champs Élysées, a chocolate demonstration, and a pastry class designed especially for Tauck guests at École Lenôtre. Ride the high-speed TGV through the French countryside to Lyon to taste your way through Les Halles, Lyon's famed covered food market with its eye-popping vertical garden, and enjoy dinner at L'Abbaye de Collonges, created by the legendary chef Paul Bocuse. Cruise in search of culinary adventures along the Rhône... sipping Beaujolais in Beaujolais... sampling Provençal specialties for lunch at a private ranch in La Camargue... and learning secrets at a cooking demonstration at an award-winning cooking school in Valence. It's the ultimate Rhône River cruise to the soul of French haute cuisine!
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Bonjour, Paris – Fouquet's & city lights
Tauck's delectable culinary Rhône River cruise begins 6:00 PM at InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel. A transfer is included from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Gare de Lyon Station, Charles de Gaulle Station or Gare du Nord to InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel in the heart of the city. Join us this evening for our special
welcome cocktail reception and dinner at le Fouquet's on the
Champs-Elysées, an iconic landmark for celebrity dining for over a
century, followed by a special tour of the city illuminated in the night
sky. Much has been written about the city lights of Paris... you'll see
why on this fabulous tour of the city as it twinkles under the stars.
InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel
A private pastry class & more Parisian gourmet pleasures
Begin your culinary odyssey in Paris with a walk through the city that inspires with the fragrances and flavors of French food. After indulging your passion for chocolate with a demonstration at a private workshop, learn firsthand the tips of the pâtisserie trade – including how to make macarons and dessert tarts – in a pastry class designed especially for Tauck guests at École Lenôtre, located in a pavilion next to the French Presidential Palace. This evening is free to explore the dining possibilities in and around your Paris hotel.
Paris at leisure, the fast train to Lyon & a special gourmet feast
Paris is yours to experience as you please this morning... perhaps visiting one of the city's lesser-known museums, or an agreeable sidewalk café for some Parisian-watching… before catching the TGV high-speed train and enjoying the views en route to Lyon, set at the confluence of the rivers Saône and Rhône. There, board the riverboat for your Rhône River cruise and settle into your cabin before joining us for a briefing and welcome reception. Go ashore for dinner tonight, a true highlight of your trip – a gourmet feast at L'Abbaye de Collonges, located just outside Lyon on the banks of the Saône River, owned by the famous award-winning Michelin-starred chef, Paul Bocuse.
ms Swiss Emerald
Les Halles de Lyon, a Beaujolais tasting & more
Lyon is considered the "culinary capital of France," which is quite a compliment in a country famed for its cuisine and fine vintages. You'll discover why during a tasting at the famous Les Halles de Lyon, the celebrated indoor food market that's been a fixture in Lyon since 1850 and offers an unbelievable array of breads, cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, sausages, wines, chocolates... the list goes on. Everything is fresh and delicious, and it's said that the best chefs in Lyon shop here! But Lyon is also a city with a venerable history and considerable charm, as you'll discover when you also visit Vieux Lyon, the old Renaissance part of the city that is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first protected historic district in France, and the Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière, built atop the ruins of an ancient Roman forum. This afternoon, it's off to the celebrated wine-growing region of Beaujolais for a tasting in the countryside before continuing your Rhône River cruise to Viviers.
Medieval treasures in Viviers & tastings along the Rhône
ms Swiss Emerald cruises this morning to Viviers, a walled city with
origins in the 5th century on the right bank of the Rhône. If medieval history and authentic period architecture are your thing,
Viviers is your kind of place... because it's one of the best-preserved
medieval towns that you're likely to see in all of France. Its narrow
streets and lanes reveal what life might have been like here in the
Middle Ages on a walking tour with your local guide; view the
12th-century Cathedral of Notre Dame de Rhône and the richly detailed
façade of the Maison des Chevaliers, home to an upwardly mobile salt
merchant in the 1500s. Whet your appetite for country life with a wine tasting before boarding the riverboat and setting off for Arles.
Historic Arles & Provençal pleasures in La Camargue
It may seem that the Romans were everywhere along the Rhône, and Arles
is no exception, as is witnessed by the triumphal arch, circus and baths
they left behind – and an arena in which gladiators fought and is still
a venue for performances and bullfights today – as you explore the city
on a walking tour and time on your own. Do take time to look beyond the city walls
at the incredible quality of the light here that so enraptured Vincent
van Gogh – and the landscapes of yellow rocks, red soil and lilac
mountains that inspired in the Dutch artist a newfound creativity, and
led to his creating hundreds of paintings while a patient at a nearby asylum, one of the most productive periods of his short life. Lunch today is a real treat, as you visit a private ranch in La Camargue for a banquet of farm-grown Provençal specialties, a musical serenade, a chance to see the region's iconic white horses and a demonstration by fleet-footed gardians (cowboys) and the famous black bulls they raise here. Continue your Rhône River cruise to Avignon this evening, arriving in time to go ashore later tonight after dinner aboard the riverboat.
A taste of southern France in Avignon & the Pont du Gard
Although the fortified city of Avignon was undoubtedly a pleasant place before they arrived, the 14th-century popes, who spent less than a century here when Rome became "tedious" for them, really put it on the map, and cultivated the local wine industry (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) and an appreciation for good food. Take a walk through the city with your local guides, and explore the fortress-like home that the pontiffs built for themselves, the Palais des Papes. Later, visit the Pont du Gard – a famous Roman aqueduct over the River Gardon. ms Swiss Emerald is docked in Avignon this evening.
Colorful discoveries in Roussillon & Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Venture deeper into Provence today on a visit to the yellow-and-brown
town of Roussillon, in the Luberon region. This place is all
about color, from the ochre cliffs surrounding the town to the purple of
the lavender during its blooming season and the lush, green pine
forests, as you'll discover for yourself on a brief orientation tour. Have lunch on the riverboat as you cruise to Châteauneuf-du-Pape; over 200 days of sunshine per year and rain-bearing mistral winds enable the
soil to store water for the long summer, meaning that vineyards thrive
here. Since medieval times, the life of this hillside village has
centered around growing and producing wine of the same appellation; its residents have benefitted from the proceeds of flourishing vineyards as early as the 13th century, when the village was adjacent to a summer palace for the popes of Avignon. Visit one of the area's acclaimed châteaux for a wine tasting before returning to the riverboat for dinner and onboard relaxation en route to Tournon-sur-Rhône.
Savory secrets of the Rhône Valley in Tournon & Valence
Tournon-sur-Rhône is a perfect spot to start the final day of your Rhône River cruise with a guided walking tour. You'll find remnants of ancient stone fortifications, lovely fountains, and a castle built into rock that overlooks the town and river – and picture-perfect views to enjoy during your stop at a local café. From here you'll head to Valence, a town known for its markets offering produce from the surrounding countryside – including delicacies like truffles and asparagus – and as home to a gourmet cooking school where you'll be privy to a chef's demonstration and a wine and cheese tasting that features the superb products crafted in the area. But do save an appetite for the Captain's farewell reception and dinner tonight as your riverboat begins its return voyage to Lyon!
Homeward bound
Your inspiring culinary Rhône River cruise ends: Lyon. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the ms Swiss Emerald to Lyon Airport or Perrache or Part Dieu train stations. Please allow 3 hours for flight check-in. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home.
For Tauck's signature Rhône River Cruise, check out French Waterways.
Special Solo Traveler Savings – No Single Supplement in Category 1: On all departures, the single price in Category 1 is the same as the double price – no single supplement, which means savings of up to 50% for solo travelers!
Solo Travelers also enjoy Savings of $1000 per cabin in Category 4 and 5 on the April 19 departure. Certain restrictions apply; ask at time of booking.
Land / cruise price per person, based on double occupancy, includes cruise fare, most meals, port charges, shore excursions, applicable fuel surcharges, and gratuities to Tauck Directors, Tauck Cruise Director, ship staff, local guides & drivers, as well as on all included meals.
Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks.
Itinerary Changes – Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice. Museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays.
Note: This cruise includes a fair amount of walking in each destination. French Waterways has a similar itinerary to A Taste of France and is recommended for those looking for a river cruise with less emphasis on cuisine and wine.
Let Tauck reserve your flights
Traveling to Europe with Tauck ensures more than a memorable travel experience; it also enables you to take advantage of additional "do it for you" travel services that take the hassle out of arranging them yourself! As an added service, we can make flight arrangements for your journey, if your travels originate in the United States, offering you a number of welcome advantages. With Tauck, you can:
What's more, if you purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection, you'll receive a refund should you need to cancel your flights due to covered reasons. Another great reason to buy your air from Tauck!
Located in the heart of Paris, the landmark InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel overlooks Place de l'Opéra near the fashionable Rue St. Honore. With floodlit views of the Opera House, this superbly renovated luxury hotel is at the heart of Parisian society. Opened in 1862, it defines historical grandeur, from Café de la Paix to La Verriere Restaurant, set in a winter garden. Located in the 9th arrondissement, close to the Louvre Museum, shopping, theatre and banking districts, InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel is an icon in the city, successfully blending its impressive history with 21st-century comfort and technology. Amenities range from the world-class I-Spa by Algotherm, featuring relaxing and energizing treatments, beauty cures, and massages, to your view of daily life in Paris from world-famous Café de la Paix.
Click here – ms Swiss Emerald – for complete details including deck plans, amenities and cabin category descriptions. Cruising the Rhône and Saône exclusively for Tauck, ms Swiss Emerald represents the epitome of luxurious river cruising. Along with her sister ships ms Swiss Sapphire, ms Swiss Jewel and ms Treasures, she offers spacious, well-appointed cabins and 14 beautiful 300-square-foot suites – equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows, marble baths, flat-screen televisions and walk-in closets. She also has 7 junior suites, which means Tauck has the most suites on any European riverboat. The cabins, which range from 150 to 183 sq. ft., provide plush accommodations with plasma TV, terry bathrobes, fine Molton Brown toiletries, large windows and much more; 85% of the cabins have floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies. A crew of 36 attentively serves a maximum of 118 guests. The Restaurant offers both an elegant dining venue and a fine dining experience, while the spacious Panorama Lounge in the bow, with its bar, dance floor and entertainment, is a delightful gathering spot in the evenings. The gracious Lido Bar in the stern has a 180° glass wall that opens for an indoor / outdoor cocktail hour (weather permitting), and offers a second dining option featuring lighter fare.
Many Tauck travelers prefer arriving at their destination a day before
their Tauck journey begins, or often extend a stay at the end of their
trip. As a service, Tauck will make hotel reservations before and after
your journey.
InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel2 Rue ScribeParis, FrancePhone: 33 1 40 07 3232Fax: 33 1 42 66 1251
Set in the heart of Lyon, the Sofitel Lyon Bellecour is close to the city's most popular spots. Sleek guest rooms welcome with Wi-Fi Internet access, minibar, in-room safe deposit box, satellite and cable color TV and a hair dryer among other amenities. You'll find state-of-the-art fitness equipment waiting if you're read for a workout. Enjoy a cocktail with a view out over the city and the Rhône River at Le Melhor on the 8th floor before dining at Le Trois Domes, which features French cuisine, or indulge in a wide choice of dishes to please every taste at Le Silk Restaurant, considered "the place to be" in Lyon. The Lobby Bar features excellent people watching along with teas, coffees, smoothies, and snacks as well as the hotel's signature pastries and famous Bernachon hot chocolate.
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour20, quai Gailleton Lyon, FrancePhone: 33 47 241 2020Fax: 33 47 240 0550
There are bound to be questions when travelling. Information on everything from weather to internet connections can be found below.
Cruise prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All riverboat and hotel accommodations, motor coach transportation, port charges, land excursions, admissions, entertainment, special dinners, wine with dinner and all-day soft drinks while on the riverboat, sightseeing, porterage, and the services of the Tauck Directors, the Tauck Cruise Director, hotel and ship staff, and local guides and drivers are included. Transportation from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport or Paris-Orly Airport or Gare du Nord, Charles de Gaulle, or Gare de Lyon Train Stations, to Paris – Le Grand is included, regardless of the time you check in to the hotel, provided you have furnished us with accurate flight arrival information at least three weeks prior to the start of your tour. Transportation from the riverboat to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport or Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu or Perrache train stations is also included when you disembark the riverboat. Transportation to and from airports and train stations may be shared with other Tauck guests.
The cruise price includes all hotel and riverboat accommodations. Our standard is to provide the best available accommodations without sacrificing value. Two-bedded rooms are reserved at the InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel. Triples are two-bedded rooms plus a rollaway cot and are not recommended for comfort.
If you request an adjacent, adjoining or connecting room, we will try to accommodate your request. However, we cannot guarantee such accommodations will be available. Please note that a hotel may define "adjacent" as "located across the hall".
Children under the age of 18 must be booked in a room or cabin with at least one adult.
The riverboat accommodates only 118 guests. Your well-appointed, outside-facing cabin is equipped with a plasma television, mini-bar, radio, international direct-dial telephone, safe and hair dryer. Your cabin also features adjustable air-conditioning and a bathroom with shower en suite. Most cabins have two twin beds that may be separated or combined. Triple accommodations are only available in Category 7 on this cruise. Quadruple accommodations are not available.
Other riverboat facilities include: lounge with a panoramic bar and dance floor; spacious restaurant that can accommodate all guests in one seating; large sun deck with deck chairs; a whirlpool; library; an exercise room features stationary bicycles and treadmills; and small boutique.
Your cruise employs one Tauck Director for every 40 guests and one Tauck Cruise Director who will remain with the group throughout the tour. Your Tauck Directors are professional, fully trained employees of Tauck.
Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary.
On board the riverboat, an ample buffet breakfast, both hot and cold, is served in the spacious restaurant. At lunch, you are presented with a choice of entrée with several courses or a delicious buffet. Pre-selected international wines and beers are available with lunch and dinner. Please let us know about your special dietary requirements when booking your cruise, as we will be pleased to meet your special dietary requirements whenever possible. All guests with special dietary requirements will have the opportunity to meet with the Maitre d' to make certain their needs will be met. Kosher meals are not available.
Complimentary all-day soft drinks, coffee and tea service, cookies and fruit are available in the Lido Bar. A continental breakfast of muffins, pastries, fruit and yogurt is served here daily, as well as a light lunch of soup, salad and sandwiches.
Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship now include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks.
All guests may order complimentary snack baskets to their room. Room service breakfast is complimentary for Category 7 cabins.
The drinking age aboard the riverboat is 21 years old.
All customary gratuities for the hotel and ship staff, local guides and drivers, Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Director are included.
Checked Luggage – General
Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).
Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.
Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.
Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!
Carry-on Luggage - General
Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.
For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.
Your Tauck Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you.
If you are a U.S. citizen, you will need a passport valid for six months beyond the completion of your Tauck journey for entry into France. You do not need a visa for the short duration of this journey.
If you are a citizen of another country, you should contact a French consulate or embassy to determine what travel documentation is required.
Please note that longer stays abroad for any purpose may require additional travel documentation.
You will be issued a boarding card for the riverboat, which you must present before embarking the ship in each port. This security measure also ensures that only Tauck guests are permitted onboard.
We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included.
Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many state, religious and civic holidays locally observed. You may wish to log on to Wikipedia.org to view a list of holidays by country by clicking here.
Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, riverboat, airline, train and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Tauck Travel Protection Product section below on this webpage for more information.
Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you:
Your Tauck Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses.
Personal expenses such as phone calls, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning (at hotels), airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport or train station transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
The journey begins at 6:30 PM in Paris at the InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel on the first day of the tour. When making flight arrangements, please allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs in order to join the cruise on time. The journey ends after breakfast on the riverboat on the last day of the cruise. Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information.
We pledge to make every effort to operate all cruises as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will be refunded to you. Any resultant added expense will be covered by us. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecast at the time of publication.
Occasionally, we will use photographs and/or video taken by fellow guests or your Tauck Director on your tour for print, Internet and other promotional purposes. If you prefer that your image not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tauck Director at the start of your tour.
Membership will be granted to all persons. We reserve the right to terminate the cruise of any person who is abusive of others or whose behavior disrupts the cruise.
We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on this cruise to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be "suspicious" charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back sides of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost or stolen.
We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that you refrain from using your cell phone while on the motor coach, during group functions, when sightseeing with your fellow guests, and when the Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There will be many opportunities to make and receive calls at times when it does not affect others.
Please contact your cell phone carrier to determine whether your cell phone service extends to France.
To enjoy this cruise, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. The amount of walking you do, however, is at your discretion.
The ms Swiss Emerald has four decks: Emerald, Ruby, Diamond and Sun. The elevator runs between the Diamond Deck and the Dining room, which includes stops at the Lounge and the Ruby Deck. There is no chair lift between any of the decks.
On the Emerald deck, you will find a Fitness & Massage Center on board. The Fitness Center is complimentary and includes a limited variety of fitness equipment such as treadmills, stationary cycling machines and free weights. Massages are available for a fee in a private room off of the Fitness center.
The water on board the ship is potable and complimentary bottled water is placed in your cabin each day. We also provide bottled water on the motor coaches.
Smoking is permitted in a limited area of the Sun deck. Smoking is not permitted in any cabin, restaurant, lounge or any other interior space.
PLEASE NOTE: We regret that this Tauck itinerary cannot accommodate wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Likewise, we regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate service animals on any river cruise for medical and legal reasons.
Because you will be cruising on a river and not on the open sea, you are never far from land and, therefore, there is no doctor onboard the riverboat. In case of emergency, we can easily dock the boat and call for an ambulance or medical assistance.
If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify us as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.
The ms Swiss Emerald is registered in Basel, Switzerland. Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour.
If you are a resident of the U.S., please contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control to obtain information regarding vaccinations that may be required for your journey. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.
If you are a resident of another country, please contact a French embassy or consulate to determine what vaccinations may be required for you to visit.
International maritime security guidelines require that your passport information be provided to us prior to your embarkation. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied. Once you board the riverboat, your passport will be held by the purser temporarily to make copies.
Age Recommendations ― Children 5 years of age or older at the time of travel are welcome on this Tauck journey. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age for each journey to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation.
Babysitting ― Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels.
There are no babysitting services available on the riverboat. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.
Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety during the cruise. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling.
Special Travel Documentation for Children
Authorization for Travel
If you travel into or out of the U.S. with children under the age of 18, you should be aware of the following: because of increasing incidents of child abductions in disputed custody cases and because children are at risk as possible victims of child pornography, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, you should have a notarized note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, or friends, a note signed by both parents) stating that the parent(s) not traveling acknowledge that the parent(s), family members, etc. who are traveling into or out of the U.S. with the child have permission to do so. While CBP may not ask to see this documentation, if they do ask, and you do not have it, you may be detained until the circumstances of the child traveling without both parents can be fully assessed.
If there is no second parent with legal claims to the child (parent deceased, sole custody, etc.), other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, birth certificate naming only one parent, or a death certificate, will be useful.
Many other countries also share this concern for children who travel without both parents. To ensure smooth travel, we require you to comply with the travel regulations of each country visited. This information may be obtained from a country's consulate or embassy.
Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment
In the unlikely event of a medical emergency, a medical facility will require permission from the child's parents to provide treatment. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you bring along a letter from both parents (including other pertinent documents as cited above) authorizing emergency medical treatment for their child.
Children who are U.S. citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the journey.
We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child.
If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver's license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.
If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.
For more information on the TSA's requirements, please visit their website by clicking here.
If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S., you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.
Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.
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Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Generally, during the day, casual, comfortable, cotton clothing is recommended. Cool weather at higher elevations or at night will require warmer, layered clothing. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required for dining with your fellow guests at a Tauck-provided dinner. When dining on your own, you may choose to dine at a restaurant that may require men to dress in coat and tie, and women in more elegant eveningwear.
Valet laundry service is available at the hotel and on the riverboat for a fee. There is no valet dry cleaning available on the riverboat. Ironing facilities are available on the riverboat by request to the front desk. Category 7 cabins feature their own irons and ironing boards.
We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed. No medications are sold on board the riverboat.
We suggest that you pack the following items your journey:
The Hotel du Collectionneur Arc de Triomphe Paris, ms Swiss Emerald and the motor coaches are air conditioned for your comfort. Please note that in Europe, air conditioning in hotels should be considered as a climate-control system; most have three settings for the fan, plus a "cool" setting. Very few of the European systems actually have a temperature setting. In general, the amount of cool air that is produced from a European air-conditioning system may be less than what you may have in your own home.
All shipboard accounts may be settled using euro, American Express, MasterCard or Visa. To obtain the most current exchange rates for all national currencies, you may want to check your local newspaper or log on to oanda.com by clicking here. The InterContinental Paris Le Grand has a currency exchange counter;however the ms Swiss Emerald does not.
Each country we visit has its own customs clearing process. You should familiarize yourself with each country's specific required declarations before you travel. In general, you are not permitted to bring live plants, fresh fruits and other produce items into most countries. You may find additional information by visiting VisaHQ.com by clicking here.
If you are a U.S. resident who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchase abroad, as long as you physically bring them home with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go.
If you are a resident of another country, please refer to your own country's rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return.
Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country's intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop.
France has 230 V, 50 Hz, alternating electrical current that accommodates standard European plugs with two round prongs. Each riverboat cabin has three 110 V outlet to accommodate U.S. standard plugs. All other outlets are 220 V, 50 Hz, alternating electrical current that accommodate standard European plugs with two round prongs. To use these outlets you may need to bring the appropriate adapters and converters. The riverboat has a few adapters available for rent.
Complimentary internet service and WIFI are available for your use while traveling on board the riverboat. You will need to use a password provided by the front desk to access the wireless internet service for your own laptop. You may also use a stationary computer located in the Lido Bar or you may borrow a laptop from the front desk. PLEASE NOTE: Internet access is made possible by means of cellular service, and reception is impacted by several factors such as weather patterns, signal strength and the ship's location. Some email providers such as AOL, Comcast, and Bellsouth may not be available along the river. Internet reception is poor while in locks and may not be available at certain locations along your route. Your patience and understanding regarding connectivity limitations are appreciated. Complimentary basic Internet where available in hotel rooms; service levels are not guaranteed.
To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on totimeanddate.com by clicking here.
The maximum land elevation on this tour is approximately 925 ft (282 m).
The south of France has a warm Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. Strong winds, known as the Mistral, can occur in the Côte d'Azur, Provence, particularly in winter and spring. Northern France, including Paris, has a temperate climate similar to southern England with warm summers, cold winters and rainfall throughout the year. From April through October, the average high temperature in Paris ranges from 60 to 80˚F (16 to 27˚C) and the average low temperature ranges from 50 to 70˚F (10 to 21˚C). In Arles the averages are 5 to 10˚F (2 to 5˚C) higher. To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov, by clicking here.
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Avignon, France
Arles, France
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Deposit Date
Upon your request, we will hold space tentatively for you and give a "Deposit Due Date," by which a deposit must be received or space is automatically released. Your deposit is $800 per person.
Special RequestsWe will be happy to advise hotels of any special requests, provided we receive them at time of booking. We regret that requests cannot be guaranteed.
Final Documents, which may include airline tickets, when applicable, are sent by first class mail upon receipt of final payment. They include joining instructions, hotel lists, tour itinerary, clothing suggestions, luggage tags and other pertinent information. We recommend overnight mailing service for any reservation that is made within 30 days of the tour departure date to ensure timely delivery. The additional expense will be added to your tour cost.
Tauck's Cruise Protection
Guests booking a Tauck cruise have the option of purchasing cancellation protection from Tauck in the event they need to cancel their cruise after booking. Tauck's Travel Protection is available to all travelers, with the exception of residents of Puerto Rico.
Under Tauck's all-inclusive Cruise Protection, you can cancel your cruise for any covered reason up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the cruise cost, based on your original method of payment. The following conditions apply:
Section I Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck: Should you have to cancel your cruise for any reason, Tauck's Cancellation Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your cruise departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).
Section II – Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company. Should you have to cancel your trip due to illness, injury, death or other covered reason, any cancellation or airline penalties not refunded by Tauck under Section I's Cancellation Waiver would be reimbursable under Section II. This Protection also provides 24-hour emergency assistance services as well as:
The cost of Tauck's Cruise Protection is $575.00 per person.
This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.
Travel insurance is underwritten by: Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, OH; NAIC #10952, (all states except as otherwise noted) under Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OH, OR, VT, WA and WY Policy Form #'s TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS. Certain coverages are under series TAHC6000 and TAHC7000. 26325543
This optional Cruise Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your cruise reservation. Cruise Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Cost is not refundable under any circumstances. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.
*Extreme Circumstances: In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.
If You Have To Cancel
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. Therefore, the fees listed will apply.
Guests choosing to purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:
90 days or more before departure
Loss of cost of Tauck's Cruise Protection ($575.00) per person
89 – 46 days before departure
Loss of 25% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person
45 – 1 days before departure
Loss of 50% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person
Guests choosing not to purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:
90 days or more before departure
$800.00 per person
89 – 46 days before departure
Loss of 50% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person
45 – 1 days before departure
Loss of 100% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person
Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office.
In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation and transfer terms outlined herein.
Cruise Interruption Fees – If you have to interrupt your cruise en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of $40 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.
Partial Room Cancellation – A person who cancels or leaves a cruise while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.
Click here to download our complete Description of Coverage.
Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors). We must handle ticketing for our special fares, which are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed until reserved. Our air services can only be purchased in conjunction with one of our tours. Tickets or e-ticket numbers will be mailed with final documents. If you cancel or change your air booking before or after departure, all airline cancellation and change fees will apply.
Note: This cruise may operate aboard multiple boats; click on the ships below for corresponding deck plans.
Cruising the Rhône and Saône rivers in France, ms Swiss Emerald was designed to be open and airy, making full use of natural light – the perfect riverboat to cruise impressionist French landscapes.
Overall Rating:
Returned Friday from river cruise - A Taste of France. All the local guides were so knowledgeable and added info to the marvelous scenery and locations that we visited. Many thanks for the extras. Particularly appreciated the luxurious hotels at the beginning and the end of the cruise and the transfer arrangements to and from.
Walking over to the Pont du Gard in the setting sun to have dinner and view it in the lights.
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely
The Taste of France Wine trip exceeded expectations. Life had been fairly hectic prior to this trip but once on board the Swiss Emerald all concerns evaporated. The staff did an excellent job preparing us each day for the activities and the crew anticipated our needs before we even knew we had them. This was relaxing, educational and enjoyable.
So many memorable experiences however the quaint cobble stoned villages that we visited with local guides stand out. These guides were knowledgeable and passionate about the areas we were visiting and shared the passion with us.
Kay and Gust
Best trip ever...far exceeded our expectations! ALL of the staff were friendly and helpful. Went out of their way to make sure we had the perfect trip. Already setting up next years trip.
Meeting all of the other travelers and spending time making new friends. Seeing the South of France...sheer beauty!
jim kilarski
We had been thinking about a wine cruise in France for some time but did not find the right fit. Based upon a recommendation from friend, we contact Tauck. After a discussion with Customer Service representative, we decided on the "Taste of France" 10 day trip. The experience was truly excellent and exceeded our expectations! We are sold on Tauck
The exposure to French culture, wines & cooking! The tour guides were passionate about their sharing of information and made the experience all the better!
The trip was everything I could have hoped for & more; cooking classes + wine & cheese parings, special market tastings & food on the ship were all outstanding.
Planned daily outings covered so much, but not too much. Our tour directors were the BEST & everything was 1st class all the way.
I was so pleased I'm going to Italy in 2014 with Tauck.
Everything on the trip was memorable for me, being my 1st time to France.
The people we interacted with, my fellow travelers, places we stopped at,
the eiffel tower at night with all the lights on.
I could go on & on, but the addition of the special cooking classes and wine
parings made it over the top.
My wife and I were very impressed with the quality of the accommodations and activities. Attention to detail was evident in everything that went on. From the tour directors to the crew of the ship, EVERYONE took pride in their work and went out of their way to ensure we had a great time. We will definitely be back for another TAUCK tour.
There were many memorable moments, but one of the best was when we first came aboard the "Swiss Emerald". I was blown away by the first-rate accommodations and how smoothly everything ran as a ship-full of guests were all welcomed aboard smoothly, efficiently, and graciously by the crew.
This was a departure from the type of trip my wife and I normally take.(R & R in a resort in the Caribbean). We weren't sure we would care for the more hectic pace but found that we thoroughly enjoyed it. The tour directors were marvelous and the entire crew and staff were very professional and helpful.
Our cabin was wonderful..311, with bathtub.
Many but one that stands out is the dinner at l'Abbaye de Collonges. It was like a circus with music, carrousel with pipe organ music and fanfare. The servers were extremely entertaining. Wife Joy, loved the AnneSophiepicecole and shopping in Rousillon.
We regret not having Tauck book our Lyon overnight hotel as we paid our own transfers/taxis.
The trip thru the south of France into Provence was wonderful. I will come back to France and take the northern route thru Normandy. Our tour guides were so knowledgeable. And we met so many congenial people. My one regret is that we were so busy I wasn't able to full appreciate the river boat.
It is so difficult to categorize one moment it was all so memorable. I really loved visiting the countryside villages in Provence. They were truly charming.
A beautiful trip down the Rhone River on a state-of-the-art river cruise ship. Two days in Paris, and once in Lyon, seven days on the ship. We stayed two additional nights in Lyon, which is an absolutely great city for sightseeing. Tauck provided a very creative, entertaining off ship agenda at all stops on the Rhone, and left no details untouched.
Arles was absolutely beautiful. The Tauck guides were all a treasure, and they made the trip most memorable! You will never find a better group of fellow travelers than on a Tauck tour.
We are delighted you enjoyed your river cruise!
-The Tauck Guest Relations Team
Wonderful guests. The other passengers were the best part of the trip. The tour guides were fabulous, especially Veronica who greeted every day with enthusiasm and fun. The boat was elegant yet comfortable and the crew overwhelmingly helpful. Cheese and wine plentiful, with two great cooking school adventures. Well thought out adventure.
Driving through Provence with the fields of wild poppies and unbelievable scenery.
Thank you for your feedback and we are delighted you had such a wonderful adventure!
Traveling in historical areas of France that has so much history. Visiting castles and tasting all that good wine and cheese. The tour directors Riu Wakai, Veronica Finollo and Elisabeth Minik made the trip very enjoyable with information on the areas, lessons in French and always willing to help you with your question. This was my 13th trip.
There are so many I enjoyed but I think Paris was a delight. Surround by buildings of history and it's people. Want to go back so much to see.
We are so very pleased you enjoyed your 13th trip with us and we look forward to hosting you on many more!
Except for confusion as to where to meet our driver at the Paris airport, our arrival went well. We did spend a lot of time and had to ask several people how to get to the arrival area once we found baggage claim. When we checked in there was no info at the front desk or in our room. Only later did we find it.
My first glance of the Eiffel Tower from our hotel window... even if it was through the fog! Loved it all but would love to have Tauck do a "Paris only" tour.
Our sincere apologies that you had some confusion upon your arrival. We will be sure to review our procedures there to make sure that others are not ever inconvenienced as well. So happy you loved your trip overall however and we hope to see you again soon!
Frank & Judy
We had heard about Tauck tours from our friends and finally signed up! From the moment we arrived to the very last moment, every thing exceeded our expectations. Just wonderful.....food....wine..cooking classes and making great new friends! We will definitely be back for more!
This was a spectacular excursion. The itinerary was energetic, informative, and satisfying. Every meal was an event, presented in an artful way. The guests were welcoming and the staff expert. I cannot praise the overall experience enough. I learned to appreciate wine. My culinary skills were elevated. The comfort of the ship was the crowning glory
The excursions to the countryside for meals and wine. I would not have found these lovely hideaways without my host-Tauck. Thank you.
tea taster
A great combination of food and history. Enjoyed opportunities and experiences I never would have found on my own. Special vinyards and wine tasting, famous cooking schools, wonderful towns along the Rhone River and friendly fellow-travelers. The ship was beautiful and extremely comfortable. Loved the bed!
A moment of reflection traveling down the Rhone and watching the gorgeous scenery.
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Itinerary Subject To Change
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