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Select one of the below 13 best Rhone River trips for 2026 and 2027. Your local English-speaking guide will lead your small group or personalized private tour on an extraordinary adventure exploring Avignon, Viviers, Arles, Vienne, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Our Rhone River trips for 2026 feature Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, and Hiking, and start from $3,549 for trips of 8 to 15 days. Contact Adventure Life's Rhone River trip planning experts to start planning your next seamless trip.
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City of Macon in Burgundy region of France
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Idyllic Rhone

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Tour Macon’s region
  • Visit Perouges village
  • Wander Avignon’s papal palace
  • Stroll Viviers winding alleys
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Lyon / Avignon
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Lyon to Nice on the Scenic Sapphire, exploring the Rhone and Saone rivers. Experience France’s rich heritage through its historic cities, medieval villages, and culinary delights amidst stunning landscapes.
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Arles overview
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lyon - Marseille - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Explore Lyon
  • Discover Chalon-sur-Saône
  • Experience Tournon
  • Uncover the rich history of Arles
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Lyon / Marseille
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Sail from Marseille to Lyon for another fun and exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers. Emerald Liberté offers comfortable accommodations before exploring different cities.
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The views of Paris from Notre Dame Cathedral
from $9,945
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Paris & Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Paris - Nice - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Discover Lyon’s rich Roman past
  • Sample Beaujolais wines in Macon
  • Experience Tournon medieval charm
  • Stroll Viviers’ cobbled streets
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Paris / Nice
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Embark on a 10-day river cruise through the scenic South of France aboard the Emerald Liberte, exploring historic sites, vineyards, and Lyon's culinary delights. Enjoy a unique Provencal dinner crafted by chef Fabien Morreale for an authentic regional experience.
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Famous view of Lyon, France
from $13,890
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Spectacular South of France

Roundtrip Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Tour St. Rémy & St. Paul de Mausole
  • Enjoy a concert at Palais des Papes
  • Explore Château de Cormatin
  • Explore Lyon
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Lyon / Lyon
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Join an 11-day Scenic Sapphire cruise from Lyon through Southern France, exploring the culinary delights and vineyards of Burgundy. Enjoy exclusive experiences like cooking classes, truffle hunting, and private concerts amidst historical sites.
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Visit colorful Lyon
from $12,490
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Idyllic Rhone

Nice - Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Explore beautiful Lyon
  • Tour Macon’s region
  • Wander Avignon’s papal palace
  • Explore the ancient town of Viviers
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Lyon / Nice
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Nice to Lyon on the Scenic Sapphire, exploring the Rhone and Saone rivers. Experience France’s rich heritage through its historic cities, medieval villages, and culinary delights amidst stunning landscapes.
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Eiffel Tower and the Seine River
from $10,275
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South of France with Highlights of Paris

Paris - Lyon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Explore Paris Eiffel Tower
  • Visit Chavanay lush vineyards
  • Tour Arles ancient Roman ruins
  • Wander Avignon Palace of the Popes
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Paris / Lyon
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Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes
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Enjoy a 13-day cruise on the Scenic Sapphire, starting with two days in Paris before boarding in Lyon. Experience wine tastings, explore historic towns, hike vineyards, and visit Cluny Abbey before concluding your journey in Lyon.
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Famous view of Lyon, France
from $8,790
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Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Guided city tour of Lyon
  • Explore Avignon’s Palais des Papes
  • Canoeing adventure in Avignon
  • Explore Arles’ Roman monuments
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Lyon / Nice
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Biking
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Cruise the Rhône River on an 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Liberté from Lyon to Arles, ending in Nice. Explore historic towns like Vienne, Tournon, Viviers, and Avignon. Enjoy guided walking tours, vineyard hikes, wine tastings, and visits to UNESCO-listed sites, including the Palais des Papes and Roman monuments in Arles.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $9,170
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Nice & Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Nice - Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Explore Nice’s Riviera charm
  • Tour Arles’ Roman ruins
  • Visit Avignon’s Gothic palace
  • Experience Viviers’ medieval street
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Nice / Lyon
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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Liberte, starting with three nights in Nice, featuring a city tour of Monaco. Explore historic sites in Arles, Avignon, and Lyon, with opportunities for wine tasting and optional excursions.
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Discover French maritime history in Marseille
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Swiss Mountains with Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lausanne - Marseille - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Explore Lausanne’s historic center
  • Tour Lyon’s basilica
  • Taste Beaujolais reds in Macon
  • Stroll Tournon’s riverside castle
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Lyon / Marseille
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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration
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Explore Switzerland and Southern France on a 12-day river cruise from Lausanne to Arles aboard the Emerald Liberte, featuring guided tours, wine tasting, and local experiences. Enjoy unique activities like biking in Lyon and a Provencal dinner by Chef Fabien Morreale while discovering stunning landscapes and rich culture.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
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Burgundy & Provence

Arles to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Catherine
  • Discover Arles’ Roman ruins
  • Visit Avignon's Palace of the Popes
  • Learn about silk weaving at Lyon
  • Visit Beaune’s Hospices
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Arles / Lyon
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Embark on an 8-day Burgundy & Provence cruise from Arles to Lyon aboard the S.S. Catherine. Visit towns like Avignon, where medieval charm and the majestic Palace of the Popes await. Next, explore the quaint village of Viviers and its storied past, and then explore the twin wine villages of Tain-l’Hermitage and Tournon.
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Warm lights glow through the blue hour in Lyon
from $4,349
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Colors of Provence - Cruise Only

Lyon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaKristina
  • Tour the highlights of Lyon, France
  • Stop at the home of a local vintner
  • Learn about olive farming tradition
  • Take the Artist Experience tour
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Lyon / Arles
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Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and Beaujolais. Enjoy wine tastings, ancient Roman ruins, and medieval villages on this European vacation. Les Baux, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, and Vienne are all stops before arriving to Lyon, France.
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The architectures of Lyon
from $4,349
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Essence of Burgundy & Provence - Cruise Only

Port of Dijon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCello
  • Explore Chalon-Sur-Saone's heritage
  • Discover Tournus’ Romanesque abbey
  • Experience Arles’ Roman ruins
  • Stroll through Beaune’s cobblestone
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Dijon / Arles
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amacello through Burgundy and Provence, savoring French flavors and exploring Roman heritage, charming towns, and iconic sites like Lyon’s culinary treasures and Avignon’s Papal Palace.
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