7 best Lyon to Nice tour packages
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Begin in Lyon aboard Scenic Sapphire, exploring France's culinary capital and hidden traboules. Journey through Beaujolais wine country, medieval Perouges, and Avignon's Papal Palace before concluding in coastal Nice, with luxury accommodations throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Cluny, Vienne, Saint-Romain, Viviers, Avignon, GrignanSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,590
50% Off- US$5,795You save $5,795
The journey starts at Lyon's riverside, leading to Beaune's historic Hospices and Tournon's vineyards. In Avignon, the Palais des Papes awaits. The route continues to Arles' Roman ruins, finishing in Nice after two delightful nights in Aix-en-Provence with its leafy boulevards and elegant squares.
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
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Duration 11 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,170
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Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $7,990
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Starting in Lyon at the UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, this river route flows through Beaune, Tournon, and Viviers. The path leads to Avignon's Palais des Papes, winding through Roman-rich Arles before reaching coastal Nice.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Beaune, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From
50% Off- US$7,590
Setting off from Lyon's Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, the river cruise meanders through Chalon-sur-Saône, Tournon, and medieval Viviers. A visit to Avignon's Palais des Papes and Arles' Roman amphitheater precedes the final stop at Nice's Mediterranean coast.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Chalon sur Saone, Beaune, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Pont-en-Royans, Viviers, Chateauneuf du Pape, Avignon, Pont du Gard, ArlesSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $8,590
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The adventure unfolds from Lyon's gastronomic quarter, as Scenic Sapphire sails through historic towns like Macon and Vienne. The river cruise concludes in Arles before reaching Nice, visiting 6 cities over 8 days along France's most beautiful waterways.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Vienne, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From
50% Off- US$11,590
What our customers ask about Lyon to Nice Tours
What would be an example itinerary between Lyon and Nice?
An 8-day journey starts in Lyon where travelers explore the city's food scene and historic traboules. The next stops are Beaune with its famous Hospices and Mâcon's wine country. Moving south the route includes Vienne with its well-preserved Roman sites and the medieval town of Viviers. The final days focus on Avignon where visitors see the Papal Palace and Arles with its Roman amphitheater before ending in Nice. A TourRadar traveler shared "Each day brought new discoveries from Lyon's gastronomic delights to Avignon's papal history and Arles' Roman heritage - it was perfectly orchestrated."
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Lyon to Nice tour?
River cruise tours on this route cost between 8590 USD and 11590 USD per person with daily rates from 1074 USD to 1449 USD. The price covers luxury boat accommodation most meals guided tours and transfers to and from airports. A TourRadar traveler noted "While premium-priced the all-inclusive nature and luxury experience aboard these vessels make it excellent value for experiencing the best of southern France."
What's the most common destinations visited between Lyon and Nice?
The standard route stops at Mâcon Vienne Viviers Avignon and Arles before reaching Nice. Travelers can attend private concerts at the UNESCO World Heritage Palais des Papes in Avignon and walk through the ancient amphitheater in Arles where Van Gogh found inspiration. A TourRadar traveler highlighted that "visiting the medieval village of Viviers and seeing the Roman ruins in Arles were absolute highlights of the journey through Provence."
What are the average tour lengths for tours from Lyon to Nice?
Most tours run 8-10 days with 7 nights spent sailing the Rhône and Saône rivers before the final stop in Nice. Travelers stay on premium boats like the Scenic Sapphire or Emerald Liberté while visiting key French destinations. A TourRadar traveler noted "The 8-day journey through southern France was perfectly paced allowing enough time to explore each destination thoroughly while enjoying the comforts of river cruising."
What is the average distance covered on a tour from Lyon to Nice?
The route spans 470 kilometers (292 miles) across France's southern regions following the Rhône and Saône rivers through wine country and historic cities. A TourRadar traveler shared "The changing landscapes from the lush Burgundy vineyards to the sun-drenched hills of Provence made every mile of the journey spectacular."