Rhone River Tours & Trip Packages

Rhone River Tours & Trips

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Cycle Provence
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Les Baux

Highlights

  • Cycle through the same landscapes that inspired some of Vincent van Gogh's greatest masterpieces, like ‘Irises’ and the iconic ‘Starry Night’.
  • Pass by fragrant fields on the way to the spectacular three-tiered city of Pont du Gard – this Roman aqueduct is a UNESCO World Heritage site and if it’s quiet, you’ll even get to ride the bridge!
  • Search for wild white horses outside Camargue as you cycle to the Mediterranean Sea. The lakes of Camargue are also a bird spotters paradise, home to more than 400 species of birds.
  • Encounter rich Roman history and architecture in the historic towns of Arles and Orange. You’ll see Van Gogh’s Cafe Terrace, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Roman Amphitheatre and one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in Europe.
  • Stop in at famous vineyards outside Avignon and savour the delicious, regional French wines of the area. You deserve a reward after days of riding, don’t you?
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Themes

Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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France's Finest
4.7/5 Excellent
41 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Eiffel Tower, Lyon, Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris

Highlights

  • See the fantastic Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral,
  • Get an opportunity to see historic beaches of Normandy
  • Explore France
  • Discover Lyon a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy cruising to Les Andelys, known for its imposing castle

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Most of the people on this 17-day river cruise was quite elderly and infirm. Therefore the complimentary excursions were painfully slow walking. Local guides mostly told stories of their own upbringing and the conflicts they lived through. There was not much history on any of the excursions; and none of the buildings we saw gave us an opportunity to go inside, even the paid excursions. The accommodations were excellent, except that we paid for the best veranda but could not sit on our veranda because for the first 5 days our ship was packed tight next to another Viking ship. Food was good, except for dinners which were quite mediocre and never captured the flavor of the local foods."

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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera (Southbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Burgundy, Dijon, Lyon, Nice, Paris

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Guided walk in Tournus; onboard cheese tasting
  • Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
  • Culinary tour
  • Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Nice  & 2 Nights in Paris (Northbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Burgundy, Dijon, Lyon, Nice, Paris, Vienne

Highlights

  • Welcome to France
  • Guided tour
  • Transfer to the ship; onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Grand France with 2 Nights in French Riviera (Northbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Burgundy, Dijon, Giverny, Lyon, Nice, Normandy, Paris, Rouen, Vienne

Highlights

  • Welcome to France
  • Guided tour
  • Transfer to the ship; onboard welcome reception
  • Guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing, visit the Palace of the Popes
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Active & Discovery on the Rhône with 2 Nights in Paris (Northbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Lyon, Paris

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of excursion to a local oyster farm with tasting, or visit a bull ranch, or bike tour through the Camargue Regional Natural Park
  • Choice of guided tour in Arles, meet a local bullfighter, guided hike through the Hell Valley, or painting workshop
  • Choice of guided tour in Avignon, or guided mountain E-bike tour, or Provencal farmhouse experience
  • Choice of guided kayak trip down the Gorges de l'Ardèche, or guided hike in the Natural Reserve of Cirque d'Estre, or guided speleological excursion with wine tasting in the caves; evening guided tour of Viviers
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera (Northbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Burgundy, Dijon, Lyon, Nice, Paris, Vienne

Highlights

  • Welcome to France
  • Guided tour
  • Transfer to the ship; onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Active & Discovery on the Rhône with 2 Nights in Paris (Southbound)
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Lyon, Paris

Highlights

  • Welcome to France!
  • Choice of city sightseeing, or bike tour in Paris
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of culinary tour, or guided urban hike, or cooking class
  • Choice of rail-bike tour along the Gorges du Doux, or guided hike in the vineyards, or guided tour of Tournon, or tour of the Valrhona factory and museum; Lyonnaise specialties cooking demonstration; evening guided tour in Viviers
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just finished the Magnificent Europe trip on Avalon and it was amazing. Truly a trip to remember. Everything was great, the staff was incredibly attentive, the excursions where done with local guides that where incredible knowledgable and friendly. The food was delicious and tailored to the local cuisine. My wife has Celiac and they would go out of their way to make sure she had Gluten Free bread, and plenty to eat. The ship was very comfortable and clean and relaxed. The other passengers became our friends and had lots of laughs and good times. Strongly recommend Avalon if you are looking for a well run ship with great staff making for a truly amazing vacation."

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Common Rhone River Cruise Routes

The most common Rhone River Cruise Routes start in Lyon and end in Avignon, or do the reverse route. At times, trip operators combine the Rhone River with other rivers or tributaries along the way, such as the Rhine River or the Saone River. Some trips travel all the way to the Mediterranean sea. Some start in Geneva and explore the northern part of the Rhone. Most trips last 7-10 days with options to extend the trip length.

What is the weather like along the Rhone River?

The weather along the Rhone River is variable, depending on the season. The season for a Rhone River Cruise is from March-December, with the majority of visitors coming in the late spring to early fall. Being that the river starts near the Alps by Geneva, that area of the river can be windy and cold.

As the river travels closer to the Mediterranean sea, the weather becomes more pleasant and sunny. The spring tends to be more windy, the summer more peaceful and the fall tends to receive more rain. As always, thoroughly research the season you are going in and make sure to pack what you need.

When is the best time to take a Rhone River Cruise?

The most popular and best time of year to take a Rhone River Cruise is during the months of June, July, August and September. The reason this is a great time is because the weather is sunny and favorable, with the cheer that is summertime.

Many French people come to the region in August, during their vacations, which makes it a crowded time. September is a time of grape harvests, so can be good for those looking to take a wine tasting river cruise. Regardless, anytime in these summer months is best.

Are there Christmas Markets along the Rhone River?

Yes! What better way to absorb the cheer of the Christmas season then attending a Christmas market? Europe is known for its unique and dazzling Christmas markets. Yes, the Rhone River also has Christmas markets in Lyon, Avignon and Marseilles.

One will find quaint buildings decorated with fairy lights and handmade treasures and treats to truly get in the spirit of the holiday.  Many cruises along the Rhone River during the holiday season are specifically themed toward Christmas markets.

Who will enjoy a Rhone River Cruise?

Rhone River Cruises can be enjoyed by anyone who loves traveling with other people, traveling by boat and seeing the countryside and ports along the way. Someone who loves excellent guides and itineraries that will truly reveal the gems of this area, will enjoy this cruise.

Someone who loves culture, history, excellent cuisine and wine and a relaxing time will enjoy a Rhone River Cruise. Most cruise companies attract travelers over 50 for their tours. As with any holiday, you can decide what level of activities fit your travel goals.

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