The tip of Provence to Lyon on the Rhône and Saône Rivers

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The tip of Provence to Lyon on the Rhône and Saône Rivers



Tour Description:

Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Martigues to Lyon, with ports of call in Mâcon, Tain-l'Hermitage, Avignon, Arles, and the Camargue.

Discover the 2,000-year history of Lyon as you stroll through its cobblestone streets. Ten percent of the city has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Vercors Massif and its steep limestone cliffs and vineyards perched above the valleys.

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Dates & Pricing

Wednesday 01 May 24 — Tuesday 07 May 24Starting at $1,883 Get a Quote
Tuesday 04 Jun 24 — Monday 10 Jun 24Starting at $1,255 Get a Quote
Tuesday 16 Jul 24 — Monday 22 Jul 24Starting at $2,854 Get a Quote
Friday 26 Jul 24 — Thursday 01 Aug 24Starting at $1,984 Get a Quote
Wednesday 07 Aug 24 — Tuesday 13 Aug 24Starting at $2,426 Get a Quote
Saturday 24 Aug 24 — Friday 30 Aug 24Starting at $1,984 Get a Quote
Sunday 29 Sep 24 — Saturday 05 Oct 24Starting at $2,511 Get a Quote
Sunday 06 Oct 24 — Saturday 12 Oct 24Starting at $2,511 Get a Quote
Sunday 20 Apr 25 — Saturday 26 Apr 25Starting at $2,698 Get a Quote
Sunday 04 May 25 — Saturday 10 May 25Starting at $2,584 Get a Quote
Tuesday 03 Jun 25 — Monday 09 Jun 25Starting at $2,584 Get a Quote
Wednesday 18 Jun 25 — Tuesday 24 Jun 25Starting at $3,093 Get a Quote
Thursday 03 Jul 25 — Wednesday 09 Jul 25Starting at $2,400 Get a Quote
Friday 18 Jul 25 — Thursday 24 Jul 25Starting at $2,936 Get a Quote
Saturday 02 Aug 25 — Friday 08 Aug 25Starting at $2,400 Get a Quote
Sunday 17 Aug 25 — Saturday 23 Aug 25Starting at $2,936 Get a Quote
Monday 01 Sep 25 — Sunday 07 Sep 25Starting at $2,584 Get a Quote
Wednesday 01 Oct 25 — Tuesday 07 Oct 25Starting at $2,584 Get a Quote
Saturday 04 Oct 25 — Friday 10 Oct 25Starting at $2,584 Get a Quote


Destination & Sightseeing

ITINERARY

MARTIGUES(1) - PORT-SAINT-LOUIS
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We’ll enjoy dinner on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.

PORT-SAINT-LOUIS - The Camargue - ARLES - AVIGNON
This morning, join us on excursions:CLASSIC: Touring the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.DISCOVERY: Discovery in the Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamencos, black bulls, and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Whether on the edge of the sea or inland, each spot is an immersion in the wonders nature has to offer in France.In the afternoon, join us on an CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : guided tour of Arles.Our ship will cruise to Avignon.

AVIGNON - VIVIERS
CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : The morning will be dedicated to a guided tour of Avignon and the Papal Palace. Avignon has had quite a past. The city’s historic center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Included in this area is the Papal Palace, one of the largest and most important Gothic buildings in Europe and the city’s most famous attraction.This afternoon will be spent cruising to Viviers.

VIVIERS - LA VOULTE - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE
This morning, our ship will sail to la Voult. In the afternoon, join us on an CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).*After our excursion, we’ll return on board in Tain-l'Hermitage.Our ship will cruise towards Lyon during the night.

LYON - MÂCON
Excursions proposed:CLASSIC package: Join us for a panoramic tour of Lyon and learn about the discrete and strategic doorways leading to shortcuts, known as traboules, that go from street to street.DISCOVERY package: Food tour of Lyon.We'll spend the afternoon cruising the Saône to Mâcon, arriving during the evening.

MÂCON - BELLEVILLE - TRÉVOUX - LYON
This morning, join us for an CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : A guided tour of Mâcon. With its colored facades, Mâcon feels like it should be part of Provence. Learn more about this Burgundy city on a tour highlighting its major sites.This afternoon, join us for an CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : The Beaujolais vineyards. The Beaujolais wine region is tucked in between Lyon and Burgundy. Wines range from the young Beaujolais Nouveau to high-quality crus. Red wines are made mostly from Gamay grapes that create a vibrant, fruity taste. Light and fresh white wines come predominantly from Chardonnay varieties.Tonight is our festive gala evening. Our ship will cruise to Lyon.

LYON
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.