D U K E S , P O P E S& PA I N T E R S

LYON TO ARLES ABOARD M.S. AMADAGIO

MAY 1 TO 10, 2012

WITH PATRICK BOWE

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Dear National Trust Travelers,

Art, aristocracy and commerce: the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France have seen plenty of all three. For

more than one hundred years, in the late Middle Ages, the Dukes of Burgundy commissioned masterpiece after

masterpiece and could do so because they ruled over a region rich in natural resources and clever traders. A little

further south, the popes, who had moved to Avignon, were intent on keeping a splendid court; and Lyon itself was

the site of one of the great medieval trading fairs, after which it became the greatest silk-weaving city in Europe.

Joining us on this exceptional program will be architectural historian and noted garden author Patrick

Bowe, who will lecture on the lovely Provençal gardens and landscapes we will be seeing. Our travels will also

be enriched by erudite scholar and art historian Olivier Bernier, who was recently made a Chevalier of the Order

of Arts and Letters by the French government.

Begin in Lyon, a handsome city with extraordinary museums, where we embark the luxurious riverboat

M.S. AmaDagio. Pass lush landscapes and famous vineyards on the way to Dijon, once the capital of the Duchy

of Burgundy. Here, a visit to the Musée des Beaux-Arts will reveal masterpieces of 15th-century sculpture.

As we cruise south, step ashore to see the spectacular ruins of the medieval Abbey of Cluny and walk

through Tournon, a remarkably well-preserved town. Continuing on to Avignon, we will understand just what

prestige demanded for the pope’s palace. A highlight of our time here will be a specially arranged visit to the

home—once a Benedictine abbey—of a former Louvre curator.

Finally, in Aix and Arles, move through time from ancient Roman monuments to the world of Vincent

van Gogh. And in nearby Nîmes, admire the Carré d’Art Museum, a masterpiece of renowned architect Sir

Norman Foster. Alternatively, spend a day in the Camargue to see its wild horses, flamingos and flora.

Adding to the many pleasures of this trip will be numerous opportunities to ensure that the region’s

reputation for gastronomy and fine wines is still deserved.

An optional prelude in Geneva features museum

tours, gardens in full bloom and a visit to the Palais

des Nations.

I hope you will join us on this spring river

cruise to one of the most beautiful, historic and art-rich

regions in Europe.

Sincerely,

Scott Gerloff

Director, National Trust Tours

D U K E S , P O P E S& PA I N T E R S

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Tuesday, May 1 Depart on an overnight flight to Lyon, France.

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Wednesday, May 2 Upon arrival in Lyon, transfer to the centrally located Sofitel Lyon Bellecour. After lunch, visit theTextiles and Decorative Arts Museums to discover their impressivecollections. Gather this evening for a welcome cocktail receptionat the hotel.

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Thursday, May 3 A morning tour includes the Basilica of NôtreDame de Fourvière, with its fabulous city views, and a behind-the-scenes visit to the opera house with a recital by well-knowntenor Jean-Paul Fouchécourt. Following lunch at leisure, seehighlights of the collection — from antiquities to medieval worksto Impressionist paintings — at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. Boardthe awaiting M.S. AmaDagio and attend an afternoon lecture byOlivier Bernier on the Dukes of Burgundy. Gather for the captain’swelcome reception and dinner as we cruise up the Saône River.

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Friday, May 4 Drive to Dijon for a tour of the vieux quartierand see the spectacular tombs of the 15th-century Dukes ofBurgundy at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the cityhas many charming bistros where you may wish to have lunch.In the afternoon, stop at the Chartreuse de Champmol to admireClaus Sluter’s sculptural masterpiece, the Well of Moses. In nearbyBeaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century,discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu, housing Rogier vander Weyden’s Last Judgement.

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Saturday, May 5 Step ashore in Tournus to visit the ruins of the10th-century Benedictine monastery at Cluny. Then join PaddyBowe for a walk in the formal French gardens of the medievalChâteau de Berzé-le-Châtel. The AmaDagio continues to Mâcon,where we reboard for lunch. This evening a chef from PaulBocuse’s acclaimed Auberge du Pont de Collonges will give anonboard culinary demonstration, followed by dinner.

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Sunday, May 6 At Tournon, a short walking tour will bring usto the 16th-century château overlooking the old town, the riverand the steep vineyards of neighboring Tain-l’Hermitage. Afterlunch onboard, Olivier Bernier will lecture on the popes atAvignon. A highlight this evening will be a concert of French harpmusic, followed by a delectable dessert buffet.

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Monday, May 7 Avignon, where six popes held court, reminds usthat money was no object when it came to building palaces andcommissioning works of art. Visit the medieval palace and thepainting collections of the Petit Palais. You may wish to havelunch on board or enjoy free time in this charming city. Join anexcursion to the Pont du Gard aqueduct and the Château deSaint-Privat, or visit a former Louvre curator at her home inVilleneuve-lès-Avignon and see her personal collection. Concludethe day with a wine tasting in the town of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

The Virgin Enthroned with Six Angels (detail) by Francescuccio Ghissi,also attributed to Allegretto Nuzi, Musée du Petit Palais, Avignon.

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Tuesday, May 8 Today’s excursion takes us to Aix-en-Provence,once an early Roman settlement. See the ruins of the old city, theimpressive St. Sauveur Cathedral and the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture. View the fine collection of French paintingsat the Musée Granet. After lunch at leisure, visit the Château dela Gaude, a beautiful small mansion with formal gardens.Alternatively, spend the day in the Camargue with its vast naturalwetland, home to a variety of flora and fauna, including flamingosand the famous wild horses. Rejoin the AmaDagio in Arles.

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Wednesday, May 9 Arles, immortalized by Vincent van Gogh,has kept its picturesque markets with their fruits and vegetables,colorful tablecloths and other handicrafts. We will visit theRomanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s greatesttreasures, and tour the Roman amphitheater, arena and cemeterydating from the time of Julius Caesar. An optional afternoon visitto nearby Nîmes includes the Maison Carrée, a well-preservedRoman temple, and the Carré d’Art Museum, the masterpieceof Sir Norman Foster. Gather this evening for a festive farewelldinner, hosted by our captain.

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R AT E S I N C LU D E■ One night accommodations at the Sofitel Lyon Bellecour ■ Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard M.S. AmaDagio

■ All meals during the cruise. On land portion: breakfast daily,one lunch and one reception. Wine with dinners

■ Enrichment program of lectures and special events

■ Escorted sightseeing by motorcoach and entrance fees for visits

■ Airport / hotel / pier group transfers and porterage

■ Taxes, service charges and port fees; gratuities to guides and drivers

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES Airfare; passport fees; customary shipboard gratuities;alcoholic beverages other than wine at dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfersfor those not on group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; optionalprelude in Geneva; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL PRELUDE IN GENEVA $1,890 per person. Single supplement $745.Two nights at Le Richemond Geneva. Breakfast daily, two lunches and one reception.Sightseeing and first-class TGV fare from Geneva to Lyon.

The AmaDagio (top), the dining room (center) and a stateroom on Violin Deck (bottom).

Cruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S.AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a panorama of someof Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fineinternational cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator,whirlpool, wellness area and bicycles for your use ashore. Retire each evening toyour spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an entertainment system with television and Internet access.Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

O P T I O N A L P R E LU D E I N G E N E VAApril 29 to May 2, 2012

Spend two nights in Geneva, one of the world’s major centers for

international diplomacy, lodged at the deluxe Le Richemond

Geneva overlooking the shores of Lake Geneva. Enjoy an

evening cruise with a welcome reception and a ride on the

téléphérique du Salève, just over the French border, to view Mt.

Blanc. Tour the Museum of Art and History and the historic

Château de Coppet, with its 18th- and 19th-century French

paintings and decorative arts. Stroll in the old town and visit the

Palais des Nations, former home of the League of Nations and

now the European headquarters of the United Nations. Travel

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ELIGIBILITY National Trust for Historic Preservation tours are open to members only.Membership dues for 2012 are $30 for family and $20 for individual membership. Theminimum age limit for the program is 14. Children must pay the full price, and those under18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no maximum age limit. PLEASENOTE: Participants must be in excellent health and able to participate in tour activities. Anyphysical condition that may require special medical attention (for example, the need of awheelchair) must be reported at the time of your reservation. Participants must be able towalk on uneven surfaces and through extensive gardens. If you have any doubt about yourability to participate fully due to health conditions or disabilities, contact the National Trustat (888) 484-8785 or (202) 588-6300. The National Trust for Historic Preservation and AAAreserve the right to decline or retain any person as a member of this tour at any time. In suchcase, the refund will be limited to the actual cost of unused tour services. Please note the M.S.AmaDagio has an elevator.

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On the front cover: Château de Berzé-le-Châtel, photo by David Bramhall. On the back cover: Wild horsesin the Camargue, photo by Gianluca (top) and Church of St. Trophime, photo by Holly Hayes (bottom).

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