Lyon to the Tip of Provence on the Rhône and Saône Rivers

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River Cruise
Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Lyon to Martigues, 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 ...
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Overview

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

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS An exceptional cruise on the Saône to the mouth of the Rhône River. EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Mâcon and its historic downtown
    • The Beaujolais vineyards
    • Lyon and its strategic street doorways
    • The hanging houses in the Vercors Massif
    • Arles
    • Discovery of the wild Camargue

What's this trip about?

    Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Lyon to Martigues, 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.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityLyon
End CityMartigues

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 - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess -excursions included in the package selected - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 LYON

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 as our ship cruises to Mâcon. Don’t miss Lyon lit up at night as we depart!

Day 2 MÂCON - The Beaujolais vineyards - LYON

Join us on a 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 exc...

Day 2 MÂCON - The Beaujolais vineyards - LYON

Join us on a 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 exc...

Day 3 LYON - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE, Valley of the Côtes du Rhône

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 cruise to Tain-l’Hermitage in the afternoon and arrive in the evening.

Day 3 LYON - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE, Valley of the Côtes du Rhône

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 cruise to Tain-l’Hermitage in the afternoon and arrive in the evening.

Day 4 TAIN-L'HERMITAGE - The Vercors - AVIGNON

This morning, join us on a CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).*The Vercors Massif contains impressive sites and breathtaking views. We’ll discover many of these on a trip through its...

Day 4 TAIN-L'HERMITAGE - The Vercors - AVIGNON

This morning, join us on a CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).*The Vercors Massif contains impressive sites and breathtaking views. We’ll discover many of these on a trip through its...

Day 5 AVIGNON - ARLES

Join us on a CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion this morning for 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 a...

Day 5 AVIGNON - ARLES

Join us on a CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion this morning for 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 a...

Day 6 ARLES - The Camargue - MARTIGUES(1)

This morning, join us for an excursion:CLASSIC package: Tour the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.DISCOVERY package: Discovery of the wild Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.Sit ...

Day 6 ARLES - The Camargue - MARTIGUES(1)

This morning, join us for an excursion:CLASSIC package: Tour the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.DISCOVERY package: Discovery of the wild Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.Sit ...

Day 7 MARTIGUES(1)

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

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Last Updated: 4/4/2025
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What's excluded

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

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