From the Rhone to the Loire

In 2000 I sailed up the Rhone River from the Mediterranean, through Provence, Burgundy and the Loire River valley, including Chateau country and the area near Chinon.

Our river boat, the Chardonnay Navigating a canal Enjoying historic Avignon Mireille, digging for truffles Lyon A view alongside the canal, from on deck Chambord Azay-le-Rideau The Hospice of Beaune Um...part of a fighter jet. On a truck. Lavender The Gardens of Villandry Villandry Panoramic view of just a part of Villandry The Chateau de Marçay, a remarkable hotel