La Belle Vie: The Rhone, Geneva & the Riviera 2026
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- La Belle Vie – it's the good life en Français – and it is the life you experience on a cruise along the River Rhône that takes you from the beautiful south of France to Geneva and the Swiss Alps...On one of the most enjoyable river cruises in France
- journey from Marseille in theProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region into Provence to Arles to board you riverboat for acruise along the Rhône River to Lyon and then along the Saône – and on to Geneva. Travel into the countryside past vineyards where some of the world's best grapes become some of the world's best wines
- stopping to taste some of them. Discover river towns with Roman roots and lingering traces of medieval magic in their streets
- experience the cowboy traditions and cuisine of La Camargue
- and sample the pleasures of regional cuisine and wine throughout your trip.Explore a palace fit for a pope and an abbey that was once one of the most powerful in Europe. As your cruise along the Rhône continues
- so does your exploration of history throughout the ages – and concludes in Lyon
- a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its architecture and culinary traditions. Travel by land to fashionable Geneva
- Switzerland for two nights
- with an opportunity to explore the French Alps.
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- TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Private gala evening at the recently restored Chateau of the medieval Duchy d'Uzès TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - La Camargue excursion to meet the family of a working farm for a Provençal lunch & a cowboy demonstration with prized black bulls Two nights in Geneva include a visit to the French Alps where you'll explore the historic town of Annecy's rich history and charming canals on a walking tour led by a local guide, immersing in the town's medieval charm and lakeside traditions from the enduring heritage of Alpine fishing and handcrafted goods to vibrant regattas and a celebrated culinary heritage centered on fresh lake fish, cheeses, and regional wines. All gratuities to ship staff, drivers, local guides, Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Director All private Tauck shore excursions – $5,730 Value Exploration of the Rhône and Saône wine country with vineyard visits and wine tastings
Itinerary
MEALS : D
LODGING : InterContinental Marseille
PORTOFCALL : Marseille, France
Start your day in Marseille, France's vibrant Mediterranean gateway, with an engaging introduction to its rich history and lively culture. A guided tour provides you with views of the city's iconic highlights, from the striking Basi...
Travel to lovely Aix-en-Provence; it's not hard to imagine great artists like Vincent van Gogh or Paul Cézanne at work amidst the spectrum of colors found in Provence as you view Mont Ste-Victoire and join your local guide for a wal...
It may seem strange to encounter Roman ruins in Provence but Arles was, after all, once a Roman city; while the gladiators are gone, the arena they left behind – just one of the town's many Roman remnants. You have a choice today of explor...
Although the fortified city of Avignon was undoubtedly a pleasant place before they arrived, the 14th-century popes, who spent less than a century here when Rome became "tedious" for them, really put it on the map, and cultivated th...
With your riverboat docked in Avignon for the morning, you can spend more time exploring the medieval city or take a morning excursion to Saint-Remy-de-Provence – home to the ruins of the Roman city of Glanum, as well as the Saint-P...
Arrive this morning in Tain L'Hermitage, deep in the heart of Cote du Rhône wine country, where you'll have a choice of two sightseeing excursions this morning. Visit a local orchard (with tastings), take a mini-train through the Ta...
Your riverboat arrives in Mâcon on the Saône River this morning, for exploration in Cluny. During the reign of Charlemagne (742 - 814), monastic influences inspired a great revival in art, education and culture; today you'll visit o...
Chalon-sur-Sâone on the River Saône lies in the heart of southern Burgundy. Although its history dates back to the time of Charlemagne, it has another significant claim to fame – this is considered the birthplace of photography. So ...
After cruising the Saône overnight, ms Emerald calls on Tournus this morning, from which you'll head out to explore the beautiful wine producing region of southern Burgundy, where history lies around every corner (this was a major c...
Ahh, Lyon. If you're a serious foodie, Lyon is the place for you! But of course there is more to this 2,000 year-old city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, than food. Your day includes getting a panoramic view of Lyon from the hilltop ...
Bid your riverboat au revoirs this morning as your travels to Geneva begin. Arrive in the alpine town of Annecy, known for its lake and its mountains – its setting is where Lake Annecy feeds into the Thiou River. The town itself is amazing...
Today you'll experience the timeless appeal of Geneva on a sightseeing journey that highlights its charm and sophistication. View the city's Old Town, where cobblestone streets and historic architecture offer glimpses into its stori...
MEALS : B
PORTOFCALL : Paris, France
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