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Travel at an unhurried pace on Rhone River Barge Cruises, where days are filled with wine tastings in Burgundy, strolls through Provençal villages, and meals inspired by Lyon’s famous food scene—all from the comfort of a small luxury barge.
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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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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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Sprawling vineyards of France
from $7,319
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Colors of Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaKristina
  • Enjoy Lyon's culinary delights
  • Visit the Beaujolais wine region
  • Join a Provencal cooking lesson
  • Admire Antoni Gaudi’s works
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Paris / Barcelona
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This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $2,599
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Lyon & Provence

Avignon to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Explore Avignon
  • Experience Arles' vibrant city
  • Visit Viviers’ Old Town
  • Discover Beaujolais
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Avignon / Lyon
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Join this 8-day expedition and tour lands of fine wine & cuisine from Avignon to Lyon aboard Viking River Cruises. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.
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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $3,549
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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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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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Variable
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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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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Embark on an 8-day Rhone River cruise from Lyon to Arles aboard an Emerald Liberté, exploring the gastronomy of Lyon and enjoying wine tastings in Beaujolais. Discover picturesque villages, historic landmarks like Palais des Papes, and end with Roman ruins in Arles before flying home from Nice.
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Warm lights glow through the blue hour in Lyon
from $5,715
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Paris

Nice - Paris - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté
  • Discover Arles Roman Amphitheater
  • Tour Avignon historic chapel
  • Walk Viviers Maison des Chevaliers
  • Experience Paris Arc de Triomphe
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Nice / Paris
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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
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Enjoy a 10-day cruise on the Emerald Liberte along the Rhone River, exploring historical sites in Arles, Avignon, and Lyon, while savoring regional wines. Conclude your journey with a train ride to Paris, where you can visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and take a scenic boat ride on the Seine.
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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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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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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $10,340
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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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Hiking
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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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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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Discover the history and art of Barcelona
from $7,529
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Essence of Burgundy & Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCello
  • Discover Geneva’s vibrant history
  • Explore Annecy’s picturesque charm
  • Stroll Dijon’s medieval streets
  • Visit Tournus’ Benedictine abbey
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Geneva / Nice
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Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Amacello through Switzerland and France, from Geneva and Annecy through Burgundy and Provence. Indulge in Lyon’s culinary delights, explore historic treasures, and end with three unforgettable nights in Nice, Monaco, and Monte Carlo.
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