All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue with a dinner at Paul Bocuse's Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant OFFERED

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River Cruise
Discover the authentic Provence combining style and refinement, a cruise brimming with splendid scenery and great food as well as a once-in-a-lifetime evening at a Paul Bocuse restaurant.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS OFFERED: a dinner at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant(2)
    • The Luberon Region and its hilltop villages
    • The scenery and traditions of the Camargue
    • Colorful Provence
    • ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Lyon and a tasting of fine food at Paul Bocuse’s Les Halles de Lyon(1)
    • The Cité du Chocolat in Tain l’Hermitage
    • Avignon and the imposing Papal Palace
    • The Luberon and the Sénanque Abbey(4)
    • The Camargue and its customs
    • The Gorges de l’Ardèche, the most beautiful canyon in Europe

What's this trip about?

    Discover the authentic Provence combining style and refinement, a cruise brimming with splendid scenery and great food as well as a once-in-a-lifetime evening at a Paul Bocuse restaurant.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityLyon
End CityLyon

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Arles
  • Avignon
  • Lyon

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom - excursions mentioned in the program - a dinner with a selection of drinks at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

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Day 1 LYON

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After you’ve comfortably settled into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment on board.

Day 2 LYON - COLLONGES-AU-MONT-D'OR

In the morning, join us for a guided tour of the city and a tasting at Paul Bocuse’s Les Halles de Lyon.(1) We’ll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, the best place to take in the view. Then we’ll head over to Vieux Lyon to have a lo...

Day 2 LYON - COLLONGES-AU-MONT-D'OR

In the morning, join us for a guided tour of the city and a tasting at Paul Bocuse’s Les Halles de Lyon.(1) We’ll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, before heading over to Vieux Lyon. Don’t miss the tasting of fine food at Paul Bocu...

Day 3 TAIN L'HERMITAGE - AVIGNON

We’ll leave on foot for the tour of the Cité du Chocolat in Tain L’Hermitage. Come and explore, smell, and taste chocolate in all of its forms at the Valrhona discovery center. Lastly, we’ll indulge in a tasting of course!We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Avignon, reaching it in the evening. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

Day 4 AVIGNON - ARLES(3)

This morning, join us for a guided tour of the Papal Palace, an imposing fortress and luxurious palace that symbolizes the power of the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages. It is one of the largest and most important Gothic buildings in Europe and the city’s most famou...

Day 4 AVIGNON - ARLES(3)

This morning, join us for a guided tour of the Papal Palace, an imposing fortress and luxurious palace that symbolizes the power of the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages.OrJoin us for an excursion to the Luberon and a tour of the Sénanque Abbey(4), Nestling in the he...

Day 5 ARLES(3) - VIVIERS

This morning, join us for an excursion to the Camargue. The epitome of traditional Provençal culture, this immense flatland is home to exceptional wildlife and plants which thrive in its marshes, ponds, and seashore. We’ll visit a manade, where bulls are raised and ho...

Day 5 ARLES(3) - VIVIERS

This morning, join us for an excursion to the Camargue and a visit to a manade, where bulls are raised and horses are trained, to learn about the various traditions in the area.We’ll spend the afternoon cruising through the gorgeous French countryside, passing by Valence and Montélimar.

Day 6 VIVIERS - the Gorges de l'Ardèche

This morning, join us for a guided tour of Viviers. This city feels like an open-air museum where the pages of history are written in stone. We’ll visit the smallest cathedral in France, the House of Knights with its superb Renaissance-style facade, Saint Michel Tower...

Day 6 VIVIERS - the Gorges de l'Ardèche

This morning, join us for a guided tour of Viviers, an open-air museum where the pages of history are written in stone.Set out on a visit to the Gorges de l’Ardèche with us this afternoon. This panoramic tour will bring you to the heart of the treasures found in the area.We’ll return on board the ship in La Voulte and start sailing towards Lyon. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Day 7 LYON

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,540
Price per day$363
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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$2,540
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What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers to/from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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