Visit the picturesque towns on the Saone and Rhone on this delightful voyage from Lyon, with unlimited complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks throughout and optional shore excursions
Cruise through Burgundy and Provence in the heart of wine country, calling at some of the region's best-loved towns on this fascinating cruise from Lyon.
This cruise begins in the grand city of Lyon where there is a tour before heading for Macon in the Burgundy wine region. Vienne was a major wine port in Roman times and a bishop's seat in the 5th century, an interesting call before arriving in Avignon to visit the magnificent Pope's Palace, a formidable Gothic fortress.
From Arles, take the opportunity to drive through the marshland of the Camargue and visit the seaside town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer which is a pilgrimage site for the gypsies of Europe. There is also time to discover Arles itself, a place which inspired several of Van Gogh's paintings and has a large and well-preserved Roman amphitheatre.
Also on this itinerary is a visit to the medieval walled city of Viviers and Tain L'Hermitage where you can taste some of the famous Cote du Rhones wines.
Full board accommodation in an en suite air-conditioned cabin
Unlimited complimentary house wine, beer, mineral water and soft drinks on board
Entertainment on board
On-board hostess
Welcome cocktail and gala evening
Port Taxes
Excludes
Flights and overseas transfers - we can arrange these to suit your requirements
Optional Excursions (must be pre-booked at least 4 weeks before departure or bookable on board subject to availability)
Gratuities
Personal insurance and expenses
Cruise only prices do not include flights or transfers
Special Features
CroisiEurope is the leading French river cruise company. Their ships have a distinctly French flavour, the service and the food having received much praise from Blue Water Holidays customers. Staff and passengers come from many European countries and there may be other English speaking passengers on board.
Cruise Map
Itinerary
Day 1Lyon (France)
Board your ship around 6pm in Lyon. After settling into your cabin, meet the crew over a welcome cocktail before dinner on board, followed by entertainment. We moor for the night.
Day 2Lyon - Macon
After breakfast on board there is an optional excursion to Lyon to explore its sights or bike ride through the main districts of Lyon. Return on board for lunch and cruise towards Macon through the beautiful Burgundy countryside.
Day 3Macon - Vienne
The optional excursions today are the Benedictine Abbey at Cluny which in the Middle Ages was the largest in western Christendom, or a guided tour on foot of Macon, capital of the Beaujolais. Back on board for lunch and our cruise to Vienne. There is dinner and an evening of entertainment as we cruise, arriving in Vienne in the late evening where we moor for the night.
Day 4Vienne - Arles
On today's optional visit to Vienne we can see the relics left behind by the Romans and the cathedral of St Maurice or the more adventurous can explore Vienne on Segway. Back on board for lunch as we sail to Arles along the Rhone. Dinner on board with entertainment provided by the crew. Sailing through the night.
Day 5Arles
We arrive early this morning in Arles, where there is an optional visit to a local olive producer. This afternoon, choose from two optional tours: discover Camargue and learn about how a manadier works with animals or take a safari in jeeps through the Camargue.
Day 6Arles - Avignon - Viviers
After breakfast, perhaps take the optional guided tour of Avignon, the City of Popes, a citadel surrounded by ramparts overlooking the river. Return to the ship for lunch and cruise towards Viviers. Join us for an optional visit of Viviers.
Day 7Viviers - Tournon - Lyon
Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board as you cruise. Arrive in Tournon and take the optional excursion in the city. Visit the imposing Castle-Museum of Tournon-sur-Rhône followed by a tasting of local wines and regional delicacies. Cruise towards Lyon during the night.
Day 8Lyon
A very early start as we cruise towards Lyon, having breakfast before arriving in the city around 9am. Disembark in Lyon.
LSR: Jewels of Burgundy and Provence ItineraryThe Captain reserves the right to modify the itinerary if necessary
Dates and Prices
08 August 2025 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1519pp
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07 October 2025 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1519pp
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16 April 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Camargue From: £1614pp
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24 April 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1354pp
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27 April 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Van Gogh From: £1614pp
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04 May 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Camargue From: £1871pp
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12 May 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1577pp
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17 June 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1577pp
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05 July 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1458pp
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12 July 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Van Gogh From: £1734pp
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23 July 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1458pp
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30 July 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Van Gogh From: £1734pp
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10 August 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1458pp
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Upper Deck Cat A
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18 August 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Van Gogh From: £1734pp
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Main Deck Cat B
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Main Deck Cat A
Blue Water Price from£1880pp
Upper Deck Cat A
Blue Water Price from£2107pp
28 August 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1458pp
Main Deck Cat C
Blue Water Price from£1458pp
Main Deck Cat B
Blue Water Price from£1506pp
Main Deck Cat A
Blue Water Price from£1582pp
Upper Deck Cat B
Blue Water Price from£1705pp
Upper Deck Cat A
Blue Water Price from£1781pp
03 October 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Camargue From: £1871pp
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09 October 2026 - Lyon and back - Sailing on : Rhone Princess From: £1577pp
