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13-Night Trip on AmaKristina

Colors of Provence (Wine Cruise)

Cruise, Cruisetour, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht

Paris to Barcelona Cruisetour

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From romantic cities to foodie havens and artistic epicenters, this itinerary enlivens all your senses. Embark in Lyon, France’s culinary capital. Savor the beauty of legendary vineyards and imbibe in local vintages like Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône. Become an expert in all things culinary: go in search of the highly prized "Black Diamond" truffles; learn how to pair chocolate with wine; discover how olives turn into the Mediterranean’s nectar, olive oil, and enjoy a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board. During this wine-themed journey, you’ll indulge in several wine tastings at traditional wineries and hike through vineyards, all while learning about the history and techniques of winemaking both on board with your dedicated wine expert and on shore. This journey is a must for anyone interested in the best of French wine and cuisine.
Interests
  • Wine
13 Nights Starting At
November 03, 2025 through November 16, 2025
Book by:
October 30, 2025 7:00 PM
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About AmaKristina

Ship Overview
AmaKristina
With AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Kristin Karst serving as AmaKristina’s Godmother, you know you’ll have a distinctive experience aboard this phenomenal, award-winning river ship. Both a French and outside balcony in most staterooms allow you to enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. In the marble bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads, soothing bath and body products, cozy robes and hair dryers. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. The AmaKristina also includes a massage and hair salon, gift shop, specialty coffee station, heated pool with swim-up bar, fitness center, sun-deck walking track and a fleet of onboard bikes. Her Main Restaurant is a taste of the outdoors, with vines and branches infused in the décor, and expert chefs preparing our signature exquisite cuisine with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients—both in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2017
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
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Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Colors of Provence (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Paris
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Paris
“City of Light” tour

Day 3
Paris
Evening Montmartre and illumination tour

Day 4
Paris
TGV high-speed train to Lyon

Lyon
Lyon cooking demonstration
EMBARKATION

Paris
Welcome Aboard Toast

Day 5
Lyon
City tour
OR Les Halles Market tour
OR Lyon bike tour
Beaujolais excursion and tasting from Trevoux

Day 6
Lyon
Free morning
Scenic sailing

Day 7
Vienne
"Footsteps of Ancient Romans” walking tour
OR Mount Pipet hike
OR ViaRhôna bike tour

Tournon
Château de Tournon wine and chocolate tasting

Day 8
Tournon
Hermitage wine tasting
OR Exclusive private steam train ride
OR Tain-l'Hermitage hike and wine tasting

Day 9
Avignon
Walking tour and Papal Palace
OR Tastes of Avignon

Arles
OR Avignon bike tour

Avignon
OR Pont du Gard
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tasting
Evening cruise to illuminated Pont d’Avignon

Day 10
Tarascon
Arles walking tour
OR Van Gogh walking tour
OR Bike tour
Les Baux and Carrières des Lumières

Day 11
Avignon
DISEMBARKATION
TGV train to Barcelona

Barcelona
Hotel check-in

Day 12
Barcelona
"The Best of Barcelona" tour

Day 13
Barcelona
"The Mountains and Abbey of Montserrat" excursion

Day 14
Barcelona
Return flight home
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaKristina
With AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Kristin Karst serving as AmaKristina’s Godmother, you know you’ll have a distinctive experience aboard this phenomenal, award-winning river ship. Both a French and outside balcony in most staterooms allow you to enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. In the marble bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads, soothing bath and body products, cozy robes and hair dryers. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. The AmaKristina also includes a massage and hair salon, gift shop, specialty coffee station, heated pool with swim-up bar, fitness center, sun-deck walking track and a fleet of onboard bikes. Her Main Restaurant is a taste of the outdoors, with vines and branches infused in the décor, and expert chefs preparing our signature exquisite cuisine with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients—both in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2017
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Symbol Legend
Legend Image for Staterooms can become adjoining by request. Staterooms can become adjoining by request.
Legend Image for Up to triple occupancy Up to triple occupancy
Deck plans are not yet available
AMAWaterways: Colors of Provence (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Paris
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Paris
“City of Light” tour

Day 3
Paris
Evening Montmartre and illumination tour

Day 4
Paris
TGV high-speed train to Lyon

Lyon
Lyon cooking demonstration
EMBARKATION

Paris
Welcome Aboard Toast

Day 5
Lyon
City tour
OR Les Halles Market tour
OR Lyon bike tour
Beaujolais excursion and tasting from Trevoux

Day 6
Lyon
Free morning
Scenic sailing

Day 7
Vienne
"Footsteps of Ancient Romans” walking tour
OR Mount Pipet hike
OR ViaRhôna bike tour

Tournon
Château de Tournon wine and chocolate tasting

Day 8
Tournon
Hermitage wine tasting
OR Exclusive private steam train ride
OR Tain-l'Hermitage hike and wine tasting

Day 9
Avignon
Walking tour and Papal Palace
OR Tastes of Avignon

Arles
OR Avignon bike tour

Avignon
OR Pont du Gard
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tasting
Evening cruise to illuminated Pont d’Avignon

Day 10
Tarascon
Arles walking tour
OR Van Gogh walking tour
OR Bike tour
Les Baux and Carrières des Lumières

Day 11
Avignon
DISEMBARKATION
TGV train to Barcelona

Barcelona
Hotel check-in

Day 12
Barcelona
"The Best of Barcelona" tour

Day 13
Barcelona
"The Mountains and Abbey of Montserrat" excursion

Day 14
Barcelona
Return flight home
About AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways logo

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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About AmaWaterways

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.