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2019 2020

All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue (port-to-port cruise)
7 Days - LMY_AIPP
# Description

Cruise

LYON - ARLES(2) - AVIGNON - VIVIERS - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE - LYON

Discover the authentic Provence combining style and refinement, a cruise brimming with splendid scenery and great food as well as a once-in-a-lifetime evening at a Paul Bocuse restaurant.

Croisi +
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Colorful Provence
  • The scenery and traditions of the Camargue
  • The Luberon Region and its hilltop villages
  • Optional dinner at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant(1-4)
  • ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
    • The Camargue and its customs
    • Avignon and the imposing Papal Palace
    • The village of Gordes and the Sénanque Abbey(3)
    • The Gorges de l’Ardèche, the most beautiful canyon in Europe
    • The Cité du Chocolat in Tain l’Hermitage
    • Lyon and a tasting of fine food at Paul Bocuse’s Les Halles de Lyon(5)
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Route

© Stephane Pfleger
Day 1

LYON

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 4 p.m. Once everyone is on board, we’ll cast off to the south. After you’ve comfortably settled into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment on board. Our ship will cruise through the night.

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Day 2

ARLES(2) - The Camargue

We’ll spend the morning cruising through the gorgeous French countryside. Once we arrive in Arles, join us for an excursion to the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade, where bulls are raised and horses are trained, to learn about the various traditions in the area.

Feel free to take a walk around Arles this evening to take in the sites. 

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© Samot
Day 3

ARLES(2) - AVIGNON - VIVIERS

We’ll begin to cruise early in the morning towards Avignon. Join us for a guided tour of the Papal Palace. Take a step back in time as you stroll through the immense halls, contemplate the beauty of the chapels, and visit the papal apartments.

Or

Join us for an excursion to Gordes and a tour of the Sénanque Abbey(3). A community of Cistercian monks has been living in the Sénanque Abbey since 1148. They follow the Rule of Saint Benedict in the purest tradition, dedicating their lives to prayer and labor.

We’ll then spend the afternoon cruising to Viviers. This evening, join us for a guided tour of the city. We’ll spend the night on board.

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© Grégory Gérault
Day 4

VIVIERS - Gorges de l'Ardèche - TAIN L'HERMITAGE

Set out on a visit to the Gorges de l’Ardèche with us this morning. This panoramic tour from the comfortable seat of a coach will bring you to the heart of the treasures found in the area. After our tour, we’ll return on board the ship in La Voulte and continue our cruise towards Tain-l’Hermitage,

On arrival, we’ll leave on foot for the Cité du Chocolat where we’ll indulge in a tasting of course! Tonight is our festive gala evening.

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Day 5

TAIN L'HERMITAGE - VIENNE - COLLONGES-AU-MONT-D'OR

We’ll spend the morning cruising to Vienne. Enjoy some free time on your own exploring the city, before we set out once again towards Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or.

Join us for an optional extraordinary French gastronomic experience at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges (reservation mandatory before departure).(4) This will be a singular experience in an exceptional setting where you’ll be able to relish in out-of-this-world courses prepared by some of the most renowned chefs. At the end of our delicious evening, we’ll return on board the ship.

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Day 6

COLLONGES-AU-MONT-D'OR - LYON

We’ll begin to cruise early in the morning towards Lyon. Enjoy some free time this morning.

In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of the city and a tasting at Paul Bocuse’s Les Halles de Lyon(5). We’ll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, the best place to take in the view. Then we’ll head over to Vieux Lyon. We’ll then stop off at Paul Bocuse's Les Halles de Lyon to enjoy a snack of local sausage and cheese, topped off with a lovely glass of wine*. After our excursion, we will return on board the ship. Join us for dinner and an evening of entertainment.

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Day 7

LYON

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Prices

START IN 2019
Departure 09/30/2019
Arrival 10/06/2019
Ship : MS Rhone Princess Ship category : STANDARD
Sold out
Departure 10/06/2019
Arrival 10/12/2019
FROM $ 1,730 PP
Ship : MS Rhone Princess Ship category : STANDARD
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. LMY_INVAIP SEE THE FILE
Departure 10/19/2019
Arrival 10/25/2019
Ship : MS Rhone Princess Ship category : STANDARD
Sold out
Departure 10/25/2019
Arrival 10/31/2019
FROM $ 1,730 PP
Ship : MS Rhone Princess Ship category : STANDARD

* Price based on double occupancy

Sales

  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%

Formalities

Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.
Included :
Not included

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom - excursions mentioned in the program - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional dinner at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges (reservation mandatory before departure) - transfers to/from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

Shore Excursions

6 Shore excursions
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE 2
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles
© Laurent Vu
© CroisiEurope
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles
Included in tour package The Camargue Gordes and Sénanque Abbey Viviers The Gorges de l'Ardèche Tain L'Hermitage and the Cité du Chocolat Lyon and tasting at the Halles Paul Bocuse
Classic
Discover

Gordes and the Sénanque Abbey

We’ll leave by coach for a visit to Gordes. Located in the heart of the Provençal countryside, Gordes has been awarded the label of “One of the Most Beautiful Villages in France.” Its cobblestone streets and dry-stone wall ho...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Laurent Vu

La cité du chocolat in tain l'Hermitage

We'll leave on foot for the Cité du Chocolat in Tain l'Hermitage. Come and explore, smell and taste chocolate in all of its forms at the Valrhona discovery center. During the tour of our virtual factory, you'll be invited to take p...

Duration 2h00 Discovery
© CroisiEurope

Lyon and Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

Join us on a guided tour of Lyon. We’ll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, the best place to take in the view. Then we’ll head over to Vieux Lyon to have a look at its historical homes and the &q...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles

Touring the Camargue and visiting a manade

Enjoy a panoramic guided tour of the Camargue. Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamingoes, black bulls and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Discover the salt and rice fields that make the area so well known. We'll visi...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Grégory Gérault

Gorges de l'Ardèche

Set off on a panoramic tour by coach to the Ardeche Gorges, an area which abounds with wonderful dramatic and unspoilt natural scenery. Your breath will be taken away by the views of the mountain relief, with steep valleys, dense vegetation, the ever...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Office du Tourisme Viviers

Guided tour of Viviers

You will leave the boat on foot for a guided tour of Viviers. The third largest protected sector in the Rhône Alpes regions, residence of bishops since the Vth century, Viviers, a small town with a population of 3,500 is like an open-air museum...

Duration 2h00 Classic
Discover
6 Shore excursions
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE 1
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles
© Laurent Vu
© C. Rodde
© CroisiEurope
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles
Included in tour package The Camargue Avignon and the Papal Palace Viviers The Gorges de l'Ardèche Tain L'Hermitage and the Cité du Chocolat Lyon and tasting at the Halles Paul Bocuse
Classic
Discover
© Laurent Vu

La cité du chocolat in tain l'Hermitage

We'll leave on foot for the Cité du Chocolat in Tain l'Hermitage. Come and explore, smell and taste chocolate in all of its forms at the Valrhona discovery center. During the tour of our virtual factory, you'll be invited to take p...

Duration 2h00 Discovery
© C. Rodde

Avignon and the Pope's Palace

You will set out on foot for the guided tour of the old town of Avignon. With the Pope's Palace, classed as a world heritage site by UNESCO and a testimony to the city's past when it was known as the capital of Christianity back in the Middle-Ages, A...

Duration 3h00 Classic
© CroisiEurope

Lyon and Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

Join us on a guided tour of Lyon. We’ll cross through the city and go up Fourvière Hill to the white basilica, the best place to take in the view. Then we’ll head over to Vieux Lyon to have a look at its historical homes and the &q...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Office du Tourisme d'Arles

Touring the Camargue and visiting a manade

Enjoy a panoramic guided tour of the Camargue. Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamingoes, black bulls and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Discover the salt and rice fields that make the area so well known. We'll visi...

Duration 4h00 Classic
© Office du Tourisme Viviers

Guided tour of Viviers

You will leave the boat on foot for a guided tour of Viviers. The third largest protected sector in the Rhône Alpes regions, residence of bishops since the Vth century, Viviers, a small town with a population of 3,500 is like an open-air museum...

Duration 2h00 Classic
© Grégory Gérault

Gorges de l'Ardèche

Set off on a panoramic tour by coach to the Ardeche Gorges, an area which abounds with wonderful dramatic and unspoilt natural scenery. Your breath will be taken away by the views of the mountain relief, with steep valleys, dense vegetation, the ever...

Duration 4h00 Classic
Discover

Gastronomic dinner at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges

We’ll leave on foot for Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges for a veritable French feast. Paul Bocuse was a three-star gourmet chef who was known for his innovative approach to cuisine and his love for fresh, high-quality ingredients. This...

Duration 3h30 Classic

Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

MS Rhone Princess

For safety reasons, the company and/or the captain of the ship are the only authorities who can modify the cruise itinerary.

(1) Optional excursion.

(2) The stopover in Arles can be replaced by a stopover in Avignon depending on passage through the locks.

(3) If the Abbey is closed, we'll visit the Lavender Museum instead.

(4) Dinner at the Abbaye de Collonges or in a Paul Bocuse restaurant depending of the number of participants.

(5) Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse are closed on Sundays and Mondays. In this instance, arrangements will be made so as to maintain the tasting of local products.

*Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.

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