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Discover the charming city of Lyon on our urban exploration city tours for 2025 with Adventure Life. Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, and gastronomy waiting to be explored. With 6 thoughtfully curated tours ranging from 8 to 22 days, you can immerse yourself in Lyon's culinary delights, take part in Provencal cooking classes, and explore ancient Roman ruins. From wine tasting in Beaujolais to strolling through medieval villages, these adventures offer a unique blend of experiences in this vibrant city. Join us on a journey through Lyon to uncover its hidden gems and indulge in its rich heritage. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Sprawling vineyards of France
from $6,914
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Colors of Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS 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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Famous view of Lyon, France
from $13,390
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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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Cooking Classes
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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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Stop in Avignon on your cruise of the Rhône river.
from $3,999
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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 $4,149
EBD $4000
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Essence of Burgundy & Provence - Cruise Only

Port of Dijon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS 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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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 River Cruises
  • Explore Avignon
  • Experience Arles' vibrant city
  • Visit Viviers’ Old Town
  • Discover Beaujolais
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Avignon / Lyon
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Local Market Visits
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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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Half-Timbered Houses at Rouen, Normandy, France
from $14,353
Save $1500
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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, The Seine & Bordeaux

Arles to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Walk Arles Roman streets
  • Hike Tournon’s granite slopes
  • Bike Bordeaux’s vineyard trails
  • Tour Arcachon’s seaside charm
  • Explore Paris Left Bank
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Arles / Bordeaux
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Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Biking
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Sail through France on a 22-day Avalon Artistry II cruise visiting Arles, Avignon, Tournon, Lyon, Normandy’s Landing Beaches, Paris, and Bordeaux. Explore historic landmarks, world-class wine regions, and cultural sites with options for guided tours, cycling, coastal visits, and wine tastings.
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