Explore the Rhone and Saone by cruising through their beautiful landscapes. Discover magical sites such as the Alpilles, a chain of limestone hills and an enchanting natural site, or the Baux de Provence, one of the oldest villages in France nestled in an extraordinary setting. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the Madeleine Cave, a Michelin-awarded site, and its surrounding area.
Highlights
Visit Les Baux-de-Provence, one of the most beautiful villages in France
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pope's Palace at Avignon
Admire the pink flamingos and wild horses of Camargue
Enjoy incredible hikes in the Pilat Mountain Range and the Ardèche Gorges
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board the ship in Lyon at 6.00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, meet the crew at a welcome cocktail. Learn more about the hiking program before dinner followed by an evening of entertainment on board.
This morning, cruise through the Rhône Valley towards Chavanay, passing Givors, Vienne and Condrieu at the foot of the Côtes Rôties vineyards. Arrive in Chavanay at2:00 p.m.
Hikers' Program:Hiking in the Pilat Mountain Range: Discover amazing vistas from the granite ledge set high above the Rhône River and facing the Alps as you hike through this beautiful mountain range. Departing from Malleval, the loop will take you from the Saut de Lorette waterfall to the Batalon gorge and along paths that border the mountains, allowing for beautiful viewpoints on the Rhône. Duration 2 hours 45 minutes, 7 km (4.4 miles), with around 200 m (656 feet) of elevation gain.
Non-hikers' program: Tour of Chavanay followed by a wine-tasting session at a cellar. Enjoy some free time in the evening to explore by yourself.
This morning will be spent on cruising. Join the guided tour on foot of Avignon followed by free time to discover this beautiful city at your own pace. Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.
Hikers' program: Hike in the Alpilles and Les Baux de Provence. Explore the Alpilles, a small chain of limestone mountains, and probably the most famous and the most visited in Provence. Duration: 2 to 2½ hours, distance of 5 km (3 miles), with about 150 m (492 feet) of elevation gain.
Non-hikers' program: Visit the village of Les Baux-de-Provence, with its spectacular position in the heart of the Alpilles at an altitude of 245 m (804 feet). The village is classified as “one of the most beautiful villages in France.”
Take an afternoon excursion by coach through the Camargue, where you can discover the villages of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and typical landscapes with wild horses, pink flamingos, rice paddy fields, and salt marshes. Tonight's your gala evening and dinner.
Hikers' program:Hike in the Nature Reserve of the Ardèche Gorges. Lovers of the great outdoors surely fall under the spell of the Ardèche Gorges, with their unique and wondrous scenery, combined with amazing, breathtaking views. Duration 2 hours, 6 km (3.75 miles), with around 250 m (656 feet) of elevation gain.
Non-hikers' program: Tour of the Madeleine Cave.
Join a guided walking tour of Viviers, a medieval city classified as a protected area of the Rhône-Alpes region, the former residence of bishops. Afterward, you will cruise towards Vienne. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Day 6: Vienne | Lyon | Disembark
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Enjoy a buffet breakfast as you cruise. Arrive in Vienne around 9:00 a.m. Join a guided walking tour of the town. It was the capital of the “Viennoise” Roman province and a religious capital until the 15th century. Cruise to Lyon, having lunch on board and arriving in Lyonaround 3:00 p.m. Disembark.
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Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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