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MISTLETOE TO MIDNIGHT - Stay Free Offer*!

Validity Dates 28 Jul 2025 to 30 Sep 2025
Start Price AU $5,525 per person
Cruise AmaKristina, Colors of Provence (Christmas) ex Arles to Lyon
Cruise Line AmaWaterways
Ship AmaKristina
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description Cruise & Stay Free* for 10 nights with AmaWaterways AmaKristina celebrating the Festive Season in France
Type of Special Cruise and Stay
Departure Date 25 Dec 2025
Inclusions Package Summary: 10 nights Cruise & Stay
Package Starts: 23 December 2025 at Arles hotel, France
Cruise Starts: 25 December 2025 from Arles, France
Cruise Ends: 1 January 2026 into Lyon, France
Package Ends: 2 January 2026 at Lyon, France

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HIGHLIGHTS
- From romantic cities to foodie havens and artistic epicenters, this itinerary enlivens all your senses.
- Lower the drawbridge of your fantasies in Arles, where you will trace the steps of famous artists including Van Gogh and Picasso.
- Explore Avignon, a sprawling commune with an overwhelming array of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, intriguing art museums and historic charm.
- Finish your cruise in Lyon, France’s culinary capital, and savor the beauty of legendary vineyards and imbibe in local vintages like Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône. You can even become an expert in all things culinary: go in search of the highly prized “Black Diamond” truffles and learn how to pair chocolate with wine.


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Twin D Fixed Window – your special price from $5,525*pp
Twin CB French Balcony – your special price from $6,440*pp
Twin BA French Balcony & Outside Balcony – your special price from $8,235*pp
Twin S French Balcony & Outside Balcony Suite – your special price from $10,785*pp

Single D Fixed Window – your special price from $8,460*pp
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MISTLETOE TO MIDNIGHT Cruise & Stay Package includes
– FREE* 2 night hotel stay in Arles with breakfast
– 7 nights luxury accommodation aboard AmaKristina from Arles to Lyon
– All onboard dining in a variety of venues
– Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
– The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
– Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Dinner
– La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
– Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
– Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
– Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
– Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
– Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
– Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
– Internet and Wi-Fi access
– Sun deck pool
– Fitness room
– Main lounge with panoramic views and bar
– Daily entertainment including cultural performances
– Immersive tours in every destination
– Guided hikes
– Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
– Bike tours and hikes
– Special Interest Tours
– Knowledgeable guides
– Personal headset for easy exploration
– Port taxes and ship gratuities
– FREE* 1 night hotel stay in Lyon with breakfast
Special Conditions *Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (28 July 2025). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Offer ends 30 September 2025 or sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
Sailing Dates
25 Dec 2025
Cabin Twin
D - Outside Stateroom AU $5,525
C - French Balcony Stateroom AU $6,440
BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony Stateroom AU $8,235
Suite AU $10,785
Pre-cruise Itinerary
Date Activity
23 Dec 2025 Make your own way to Arles hotel for 2 night stay
24 Dec 2025 Arles at leisure
25 Dec 2025 Check out hotel, make own way to port, embark ship
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
25 Dec 2025 Arles, France Embark
26 Dec 2025 Arles, France
27 Dec 2025 Avignon, France
28 Dec 2025 Viviers, France
29 Dec 2025 Tournon, France
30 Dec 2025 Vienne, France
30 Dec 2025 Lyon, France
31 Dec 2025 Lyon, France
1 Jan 2026 Lyon, France Disembark
Post-cruise Itinerary
Date Activity
1 Jan 2026 Disembark ship, make own way to Lyon hotel for overnight stay
2 Jan 2026 Check out hotel, holiday ends
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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