Extend your journey with one, two, three or four unforgettable nights in the City of Light following the close of our Rhône River cruise in Lyon. Departing Lyon April 8 by private coach, we'll wind through Burgundy's storied wine country with a stop in Beaune for a guided tour of the Cité des Climats & Vins de Bourgogne, followed by a leisurely lunch paired with local wines, before arriving in Paris for a welcome dinner in the historic Saint-Germain Quarter at our beloved Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs. The days that follow are yours to savor at your own pace — with morning guidance on Day Two on navigating Paris's transit system and insider recommendations from Andrew — leaving plenty of time to explore museums, boutiques, and cafés, or simply wander the city's timeless streets. With up to four nights at our favorite Left Bank hotel, this "choose your own adventure" extension is the perfect coda to your textile-focused Rhône adventure.

Mary Jeanne Packer, the founder of Battenkill Textile Tours LLC, has been leading groups of knitters and fiber enthusiasts on trips around the world (and around the corner) since 2006 when she put a small ad in the national knitting magazines to see if anyone might want to come and spend a few days knitting, wine tasting, and visiting fiber farms in the Finger Lakes; and 20 people signed up! Those first 20 said they would "like to go to Ireland sometime"; and the rest is history. Mary Jeanne is the founder and co-owner of Battenkill Fibers Carding and Spinning Mill in Greenwich, NY. 

April 8, 2027 – Day 1 Paris Extension

Today we depart the AMA Kristina and head by private coach to our Paris experience. Along the way, we will stop in the charming town of Beaune in the Burgandy region. We have arranged for a guided group tour of the museum of some of the world’s most celebrated wines at the Cite des Climats & Vins de Bourgogne, followed by a lunch with several local wines included. Arrive in Paris in mid afternoon in time for some exploring or shopping. We will have a welcome dinner and overnight at our favorite place to stay in Paris – Hotel des Grand Voyagers in the Saint-Germain Quarter.

April 9, 2027 – Day 2 Paris Extension

Following breakfast in the hotel and a morning briefing of how to use the extensive public transit system in Paris, Andrew will be available to make suggestions on where to visit and the best way to get there; or you can head off to the airport for your travel home. If you are staying on, then the rest of the day is free to explore. Dinner on your own. Overnight Hotel des Grand Voyagers.

April 10, 2027 – Day 3 Paris Extension

Following breakfast in the hotel the rest of the day is free to explore. Dinner on your own or possible group dinner depending on interest. Overnight Hotel des Grand Voyagers.

April 11, 2027 – Day 4 Paris Extension

Head for home. There is an option to add a 4th night at Hotel des Grand Voyagers, but any support services from Battenkill Textile Tours ends at 9 am on April 11.