Discover a new way to travel on this innovative voyage that combines the pleasures of a cruise and the adventure of a perfect hike. Sail through the magical Rhône Valley, and pass through the charming towns of Givors, Vienne and Condrieu. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the medieval city of Viviers, once the capital of the “Viennoise” Roman province. Join some wonderful hikes through the Pilat massif, the Alpilles, and the Ardeche gorges.
Highlights
Enjoy incredible hikes in the Pilat Mountain Range and the Ardèche Gorges
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pope's Palace at Avignon
Admire the pink flamingos and wild horses of Camargue
Visit Les Baux-de-Provence, one of the most beautiful villages in France
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.
Spend your morning cruising to Chavanay. Cruise through the magical Rhône Valley, and pass through Givors, Vienne and Condrieu, at the foot of the Côte-Rôtie 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. Duration 2 hours 45 minutes, 7 km (4.4 miles), with around 200 m (656 feet) of elevation gain.
Non-Hikers' Program:Visit Chavanay: Visit a medieval market town with narrow streets from the Middle Ages. Enjoy some free time in the evening to explore by yourself.
Pass through theBollène lock, which raises and lowers boats 23 meters (75 feet) for navigating the Rhône River, a major civil engineering project of the 1950s. Arrive in Avignonaround 3:00 p.m. An ancient Hellenistic and Roman city, in the twelfth century it became the City of the Popes. A cultural jewel of Provence, the city is as much for its heritage as for its rich artistic life. Enjoy a guided walking visit.
Hikers' Program:Hiking 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 of Les Baux-de-Provence: 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.
Hikers' Program:Hiking in the Ardèche Gorges nature reserve: 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: Visit the Pont d'Arc Cavern, a replica of Chauvet Cave, and learn about prehistoric rock art.
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.
Day 6: Vienne | Lyon | Disembark
1 Breakfast
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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34 cabins (31 double cabins, 3 single cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 118 sq. ft.
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20 cabins (19 double cabins, 1 cabin for people with reduced mobility) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 118 sq. ft.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 30%, 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
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
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Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
1 day ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
1 day ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
2 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
Anne Petty
3 days ago
Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner