Rhône River Cruise 2026 With SAMsARA

Experience a wine lover’s dream as we cruise through the legendary Rhône Valley with SAMsARA Wine Company. Join Joan and Dave Szkutak, your hosts and SAMsARA Wine Company owners, for a remarkable 7-night journey from Lyon to Arles, blending exquisite wines, historic destinations, and luxurious amenities.

Your Rhône Valley Adventure Includes:

• Luxurious Accommodations
  Settle into a beautifully appointed stateroom with stunning river views, where comfort meets elegance on the 78-stateroom AmaKristina.
• Exclusive Wine Experiences
  Savor welcome receptions, guided tastings, and two wine seminars featuring SAMsARA’s current releases and Library wines. Enjoy exclusive wine-pairing dinners led by Joan and Dave, carefully crafted to highlight Rhône’s finest flavors.
• Culinary Delights
  Begin in Lyon, France’s culinary capital, with stops to taste local specialties like Côtes du Rhône and Beaujolais wines, discover the prized “Black Diamond” truffles, and experience a hands-on chocolate and wine pairing session. Taste the Mediterranean’s finest olive oils and explore world-renowned vineyards.
• Scenic Shore Excursions
  Venture through iconic sites, from tracing artists’ steps in Arles to immersing yourself in the visual marvels of Carrières de Lumières. Each port offers a new adventure through France’s history and culture.

Itinerary:

Lyon • Vienne • Tournon • Viviers • Avignon • Arles

What’s Included:

• Finely appointed river-view staterooms
• Expertly guided shore excursions in every port
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your stay
• La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dining experience with multiple venues and all meals on board
• Unlimited wines, beer, and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner
• Cocktail receptions, Welcome Dinner, and Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Sip & Sail cocktail hour each evening, with complimentary beers, wines, and spirits

Special Savings:
Book by December 31, 2024, and save up to $450 per person. Staterooms start at $4,998 per person.

Don’t miss this exclusive chance to join SAMsARA Wine Company for an unforgettable cruise through France’s iconic wine country. For more details or to reserve your spot, please contact John Clark at Expedia Cruises at (805) 452-3061 or JoClark@ExpediaCruises.com.

About SAMsARA Wine Company

SAMsARA produces limited releases of Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, and Chardonnay from carefully selected micro-sites within Sta. Rita Hill’s most distinctive vineyards. Our wines showcase the distinctive natural elements at play on each vineyard, harnessed through a low-intervention winemaking style.