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The tip of Provence to Lyon on the Rhône and Saône Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

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MARTIGUES(1) - PORT-SAINT-LOUIS - The Camargue - ARLES - AVIGNON - VIVIERS - LA VOULTE - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE - LYON - MÂCON - BELLEVILLE - TRÉVOUX - LYON

Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Martigues to Lyon, with ports of call in Mâcon, Tain-l'Hermitage, Avignon, Arles, and the Camargue.

Discover the 2,000-year history of Lyon as you stroll through its cobblestone streets. Ten percent of the city has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Vercors Massif and its steep limestone cliffs and vineyards perched above the valleys.

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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS 

An exceptional cruise from the mouth of the Rhône to the Saône River

  • Discovery in the wild Camargue
  • Arles
  • The hanging houses in the Vercors Massif
  • Lyon and its strategic street doorways
  • The Beaujolais vineyards
  • Mâcon and its historic downtown
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 onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

Route

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MARTIGUES(1) - PORT-SAINT-LOUIS

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We’ll enjoy dinner on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.

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D1
PORT-SAINT-LOUIS - The Camargue - ARLES - AVIGNON

This morning, join us for an optional excursion:


CLASSIC: Touring the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.
DISCOVERY: Discovery in the Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.
Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamencos, black bulls, and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Whether on the edge of the sea or inland, each spot is an immersion in the wonders nature has to offer in France.

In the afternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : guided tour of Arles.

Our ship will cruise to Avignon.

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D2
AVIGNON - VIVIERS

Optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion :
The morning will be dedicated to a guided tour of Avignon and the Papal Palace. Avignon has had quite a past. The city’s historic center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Included in this area is the Papal Palace, one of the largest and most important Gothic buildings in Europe and the city’s most famous attraction.

This afternoon will be spent cruising to Viviers.

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D3
VIVIERS - LA VOULTE - TAIN-L'HERMITAGE

In the morning, our ship will sail to la Voult. In the afternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).* The Vercors Massif contains impressive sites and breathtaking views. We’ll discover many of these on a trip through its natural park. Peaks, trails, rushing streams, steep cliffs, and rolling mountain pastures await. The Vercors Massif was also a strategic location for the French Resistance during World War II. We’ll visit the quaint town of Die—known for its delicious sparkling wine—and enjoy a tasting.

After our excursion, we’ll return on board in Tain-l'Hermitage.

Our ship will cruise towards Lyon during the night.

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D4
LYON - MÂCON

Optional excursions proposed:
CLASSIC package: Join us for a panoramic tour of Lyon and learn about the discrete and strategic doorways leading to shortcuts, known as traboules, that go from street to street.
DISCOVERY package: Food tour of Lyon.

We'll spend the afternoon cruising the Saône to Mâcon, arriving during the evening.

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D5
MÂCON - BELLEVILLE - TRÉVOUX - LYON

Optional excursions proposed:
This morning, join us for an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Mâcon. With its colored facades, Mâcon feels like it should be part of Provence. Learn more about this Burgundy city on a tour highlighting its major sites.
This afternoon, join us for an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion for both packages: The Beaujolais vineyards. The Beaujolais wine region is tucked in between Lyon and Burgundy. Wines range from the young Beaujolais Nouveau to high-quality crus. Red wines are made mostly from Gamay grapes that create a vibrant, fruity taste. Light and fresh white wines come predominantly from Chardonnay varieties.

Tonight is our festive gala evening. Our ship will cruise to Lyon.

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D6
LYON

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

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D7
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  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%

Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Shore Excursions

No shore excursion on the non listed days
Mandatory information
FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip

For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.

(1) Depending on mooring availabilities, the stopover in Martigues may be replaced by Port Saint Louis du Rhône.

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