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A luxurious 8-day river cruise aboard the Avalon Poetry II flows south from Lyon's historic district to Arles, spanning 575 kilometers along the Rhône River. Visitors savor stops at Tain-l'Hermitage's chocolate factory, wander Viviers' medieval streets, and tour Avignon's Papal Palace. Daily guided excursions reveal hidden traboules and riverside villages.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Tain-l’Hermitage, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Bollene, Avignon, Arles, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhone Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,399+$210 upfront costs
The UNESCO-listed Fourvière Hill in Lyon marks the start of this river route, flowing south through Vienne, Tournon, Viviers, and Avignon, before reaching Arles. The luxury AmaKristina ship carries visitors through 7 major French cities over 8 days, combining cultural sites with scenic Rhône River views.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Vienne, Collonges, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator AmaWaterways From
- US$4,099
The UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon welcomes visitors to this Rhône and Saône river adventure to Nice. The 10-day itinerary through 8 French cities features the historic Hospices de Beaune and local wine tastings in Tournon.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lyon, Chalon sur Saone, Beaune, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Aix-En-Provence, Nice Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From
- US$8,875
The magnificent confluence of Rhône and Saône rivers in Lyon opens this 516km route to Marseille. The Emerald Liberté Star-Ship stops at Chalon-sur-Saône for Beaune's Hospices, UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon, and the medieval village of Tournon with its 16th-century castle.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lyon, Beaune, Viviers, Pont du Gard, Chateauneuf du Pape, Avignon, Arles, Les Baux de Provence, Aix-En-Provence, Marseille Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,475
46% Off- US$5,130You save $4,345
The Saône River's finest wine regions unfold on this 5-day cruise from Lyon. The MS Van Gogh carries visitors through Villefranche-sur-Saône and Mâcon to Chalon-sur-Saône, featuring stops at medieval Beaujeu and the prestigious Beaune vineyards.
Duration 5 days Destinations Lyon, Villefranche-sur-Saone, Beaujolais, Cluny, Beaune, Chalon sur Saone, Macon Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
46% Off- US$1,077
Starting in Lyon's gastronomic heart, this 8-day journey glides along the Rhône and Saône rivers to Marseille. Guests explore Lyon's hidden traboules before sailing to medieval Viviers, Avignon's Papal Palace, and the Roman ruins of Arles. The Scenic Sapphire cruise covers 7 distinct French cities over 445 kilometers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Vienne, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Tarascon, Marseille Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,590
53% Off- US$5,420You save $6,170
The Saône River beckons aboard MS Mistral for this 5-day wine cruise from Lyon. The route winds through Villefranche-sur-Saône, Mâcon, and Chalon-sur-Saône, covering approximately 200 kilometers of Burgundy's finest wine regions.
Duration 5 days Destinations Lyon, Villefranche-sur-Saone, Beaujolais, Cluny, Beaune, Chalon sur Saone Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
53% Off- US$1,258
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Avignon, Arles, Châteauneuf-du-Rhône, Le Pouzin Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From $1,204
15% Off- US$1,024You save $180
The A-ROSA STELLA navigates 186 miles of French wine country on this 10-day Rhône cruise from Lyon. Picturesque ports include Chalon-sur-Saône, Mâcon, and Viviers, with visits to UNESCO-listed Avignon's Palais des Papes and Van Gogh's Arles.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lyon, Beaujolais, Viviers, Arles, Marseille, Saint Louis, Avignon Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
15% Off- US$1,345
MS Mistral charts a course through the Saône River's wine regions on this 5-day voyage from Lyon. The route encompasses Villefranche-sur-Saône, Mâcon, and Chalon-sur-Saône, featuring excursions to medieval Beaujeu and Cluny Abbey.
Duration 5 days Destinations Lyon, Villefranche-sur-Saone, Beaujolais, Macon, Cluny, Chalon sur Saone, Beaune Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
15% Off- US$938
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