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Rhone Saone | Riverside Ravel
  | 8 Days / 7 Nights

Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard

TRAVEL HISTORY:
Day 1 Lyon, FR
Day 2 Vienne, FR, Tain L'Hermitage, FR
Day 3 Tain L'Hermitage, FR
Day 4 Viviers, FR, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, FR
Day 5 Chateauneuf-du-Pape, FR, Avignon, FR, Arles, FR
Day 6 Arles, FR, Rhone Delta, FR
Day 7 Tarascon, FR, Avignon, FR
Day 8 Avignon, FR

Experience the best of southern France, known by the locals as le Midi, on this splendid 8-day luxury cruise along the Rhône. Stop in Vienne, tiny Viviers, Provençal Tarascon, Van Gogh’s beloved Arles, and other inviting riverside cities. Highlights include Old Town Lyon with its unexpected 4th-century traboules (hidden passageways); medieval Tarascon Castle; Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes; and Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting beyond compare! With Riverside, you choose your excursions daily, like an outing to Beaujolais, Aix-en-Provence, or the Camargue with its pink flamingos, a guided night walk in Viviers, or Roman ruins in Arles. For the active, kayaking and eBike tours are available. Scenic evening cruising through the beautiful Rhône Delta as you dine on delectable barbecue atop the Vista Deck is the pièce de résistance of your journey.

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DATES
09/10/2025 09/17/2025 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 7,186.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
09/24/2025 10/01/2025 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 7,186.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
10/19/2025 10/26/2025 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,006.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
11/02/2025 11/09/2025 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 4,493.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
04/19/2026 04/26/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 7,133.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
05/03/2026 05/10/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,415.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
05/17/2026 05/24/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,415.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
06/03/2026 06/10/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,415.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
06/17/2026 06/24/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 4,556.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
07/29/2026 08/05/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 4,929.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
08/12/2026 08/19/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 4,156.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
08/26/2026 09/02/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 4,671.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
09/09/2026 09/16/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,358.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
09/23/2026 09/30/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 5,358.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES
10/17/2026 10/24/2026 Rhone / Saone Riverside Ravel Rhône River Roaming With Rhône Delta & Pont du Gard from 3,755.00 USD AVAILABILITY & PRICES

DESTINATIONS ON THE ROUTE

Day 1 - Lyon

													
Lyon is the destination for fine food fans. 2000 years of rich history. Musée des Beaux-Arts. The old town with cobblestone streets. The Basilica Notre-Dame and a magnificent view over the city and the countryside. Silk painting in the smart working-class district of La Croix-Rousse. The gourmet temple of Les Halles de Lyon de Paul Bocuse. The finest cuisine in the region’s typical “Bouchon” style. So much sensuality. So much pleasure.

Day 2 - Vienne

													
This city is a jewel for people interested in both yesterday and today. Vienne is a small town, but already boasted 30,000 inhabitants in the 2nd century. Trade and steam navigation brought an upswing in the 19th century. And what can you expect to see? Definitely the Archaeological Museum, the St-Romain-en-Gal museum complex with the “House of the Ocean Gods” and the remains of the former thermal baths. And afterwards, it’s best to sit down in a café and enjoy the present.

Day 2 + Day 3 - Tain L'Hermitage

													
Just opposite Tournon, Tain-l'Hermitage is a town in the Drôme department, to the north of Valence. Côtes du Rhone wine and gourmet chocolate make Tain-l’Hermitage a popular destination with epicurean travelers and are the main attraction for visitors. All excursions to Tournon will be operated from here.

Day 4 - Viviers

													
If you like historic towns, you will love Viviers! Thanks to Bishop Charles de la Font de Savine, Viviers was spared from the destruction during the French Revolution and has kept its medieval structure until today. The best way to explore the divided city is on foot, but be careful, the stairs to the upper town are numerous. It is worth it, however, if only for the view. Visit the Saint-Vincent Cathedral. It is said to be the smallest cathedral in France.

Day 4 + Day 5 - Chateauneuf-du-Pape

													
Châteauneuf-du-Pape literally translates to "The Pope's new castle," and indeed, the history of this area is firmly entwined with papal history due to its proximity to Avignon. It is renowned for its stunning wines, producing full-bodied red wines made primarily from Grenache grapes, often blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre. The town is presided over by its stern castle with a history dating back to the 9th century.

Day 5 + Day 7 + Day 8 - Avignon

													
It is a city of unparalleled beauty. It curves its way over the river Rhône, and has done so since 1840. The Pont Saint-Bénézet acquired international fame through the song “Sur le pont d’Avignon”. Crossing it, you find yourself immediately in front of the Papal Palace, one of the largest and most important medieval buildings in Europe. It arose, it must be said, out of sheer laziness: For the Archbishop of Bordeaux did not wish to travel to Rome for his papal consecration. He had himself crowned in Lyon and had a palace built in Avignon. A monument.

Day 5 + Day 6 - Arles

													
This pearl of Provence is surrounded by the most beautiful natural parks in Europe. Today, Arles is the epitome of important art and a contemporary witness to an eventful history, from the amphitheatre to proud patrician houses. And what would Arles be without van Gogh – strolling through the town in the footsteps of this great artist – that too is unforgettable.

Day 6 - Rhone Delta

													
We will enjoy delightful evening drinks on the Sun Deck (weather permitting) as your ship moves quietly through the spellbinding Rhône Delta.

Day 7 - Tarascon

													
Tarascon, located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France, is steeped in history. The magnificent Tarascon Fortress, built in the 15th century, stands as an imposing symbol of the town's medieval heritage. Constructed between 1401 and 1433, it served as a first line of defense on the border territories of the Rhône River and as a residence for King René, who held the titles of King of Naples, Duke of Anjou, and Count of Provence. This formidable fortress has been exceptionally well-preserved and now houses a museum showcasing historic artifacts, art, and furniture. The town's Collegiate Church of Saint Martha, a beautiful example of Gothic architecture, is another architectural gem. Tarascon's rich history extends to its annual "Fête de la Tarasque," which celebrates the mythical Tarasque monster, a unique local legend.
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