Discover the Beaujolais vineyards, the unspoiled Ardèche Gorges, Avignon and the Camargue. Discover the treasures of the Saone and Rhone Rivers on this 7-day cruise from Chalon-Sur-Saone to Martigues. Enjoy the amenities of the MS Van Gogh as you experience a unique river cruise voyage through France. Walk in the old town of Macon, join a coach tour to the Beaujolais vineyards, discover the city of Lyon, visit the Ardèche Gorges, discover the Pont d’Arc Cavern, and much more!
Highlights
Visit the Hameau du Vin, a unique European wine museum
Discover Lyon at night, with its unique illuminations in the old quarters
Observe the harmonious meanderings of the famous “route des gorges”
Explore the Pont d’Arc Cavern, a replica of Chauvet Cave
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
After breakfast on board, have the chance to take a walk in the old town of Mâcon. Reboard the ship as it leaves Mâcon and stops after lunch in Montmerle. Join an optional coach tour of the Beaujolais Vineyards, followed by a visit to the Hameau du Vin, a wine museum which is unique in Europe. Go back to the boat for dinner and sail to Lyon. Cruise to discover Lyon by night, with the illuminations in the old quarters of Lyon, a unique spectacle.
Day 3: Lyon | Tain L'Hermitage | Valley of the Côtes du Rhône
Join the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Panoramic tour of Lyon where you'll discover its famous "traboules", types of passageways that are typical of the city. DISCOVERY: Bike ride through the main monuments and districts of Lyon. Finish up your tour with a tasting of local products in the heart of the old town.
Spend the afternoon cruising towards Tain-l'Hermitage, arriving in the evening.
Day 4: Tain L'Hermitage | The Ardèche gorges | Avignon
This morning will be spent cruising. Discover the Pont d'Arc Cavern, a replica of the famous Chauvet Cave (only available through pre-reservation with your travel agency before your departure). Start cruising to Avignon.
Take a guided tour of Avignon and the Papal Palace. Depart for Arles. Enjoy some free time in the old section of this highly cultural city, enriched with vestiges of the Roman Empire.
Join the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Discover the Camargue. Visit a "manade" (horse breeding farm) and learn about how a manadier works with the animals. DISCOVERY: Safari in jeeps through the Camargue for an original immersion in the wilderness.
Continue cruising towards Martigues. Tonight is your gala dinner and evening.
Day 7: Martigues | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After an early breakfast, disembark in Martigues and start your return home.
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Main Deck- Cat A
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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Upper Deck- Cat A
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
The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
Gale Cantor
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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
