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New Year Celebrations in Provence

Celebrate the New Year in the World Heritage listed city of Lyon on this superb short break cruise along the River Rhone

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4 nights from £1101pp

River Cruise Holiday
the famous bridge at Avignon
Arles amphitheatre
Lyon, New Year fireworks

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Celebrate the New Year with this relaxing cruise on the River Rhone in the south of France.

During five days of scenic cruising, see the impressive Roman remains in Arles, a town which inspired many of Van Gogh's paintings, and the famous Pont d'Avignon and Pope's Palace, one of Europe's largest and most important medieval buildings.

In Vienne, there is the option to tour the Roman Temple to Augustus and Livia and the Roman Theatre before returning to Lyon where New Year celebrations take place against the backdrop of the magnificent city and its illuminated old quarter.

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LNA - New Year Celebrations in Provence Itinerary

Day 1 - Lyon (France)

We board our floating hotel at around 3pm in Lyon and set sail towards Arles. Meet the crew over a welcome cocktail before dinner and an evening of entertainment on board.

Day 2 - Arles

Breakfast on board as we cruise gently through the picturesque landscapes of southern France, passing Valence and its Saint Apollinaire Cathedral and Montelimar. After lunch on board we arrive in Arles and set off for an optional guided visit of the town. With many ancient Roman and Romanesque buildings listed as World Heritage Sites, it is a fascinating city to explore. We return on board for dinner and moor for the night.

Day 3 - Avignon

Cruise to Avignon. There is an optional guided tour of Avignon and the "Palais des Papes". The World Heritage Site of old Avignon has some exceptional monuments including the famous Pont d'Avignon, the city Ramparts, the Petit Palais, the cathedral and the impressive walls of the Papal Palace flanked by four great towers. Back on board for lunch and spend the afternoon cruising towards Vienne. Gala dinner on board tonight. Cruise through the night.

Day 4 - Vienne

We arrive in Vienne early this morning, setting off after breakfast for an optional tour of this Roman city which has preserved its architectural heritage. New Year's Eve dinner followed by an evening of dancing. Overnight in port.

Day 5 - Lyon

We have breakfast on board before disembarkation around 10am.

The Captain reserves the right to modify the itinerary if necessary

Price Includes

  • 4 nights full board accommodation
  • Unlimited complimentary house wine, beer, mineral water and soft drinks on board
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Entertainment on board
  • Gala evening and New Year's Eve Dinner with wine and a glass of champagne included
  • Port Taxes

Price Does Not Include

  • Optional Excursions (must be pre-booked at least 4 weeks before departure or bookable on board subject to availability)
  • Personal insurance
  • Gratuities

Special Features

  • CroisiEurope is the leading French river cruise company. Their cruises 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. There may be other English speaking passengers on board this cruise.
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2023 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • December
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Van Gogh From: £1206
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A Upper Deck Cat B Upper Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1206 Cruise Only from: £1244 Cruise Only from: £1254 Cruise Only from: £1391 Cruise Only from: £1401
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Rhone Princess From: £1101
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1101 Cruise Only from: £1139 Cruise Only from: £1202
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Mistral From: £1101
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A Upper Deck Cat B Upper Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1101 Cruise Only from: £1139 Cruise Only from: £1202 Cruise Only from: £1258 Cruise Only from: £1321

2024 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • December
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Mistral From: £1126
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A Upper Deck Cat B Upper Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1126 Cruise Only from: £1164 Cruise Only from: £1225 Cruise Only from: £1283 Cruise Only from: £1343
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Rhone Princess From: £1126
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A Upper Deck Cat B Upper Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1126 Cruise Only from: £1164 Cruise Only from: £1225 Cruise Only from: £1283 Cruise Only from: £1343
    • Dec 28th - Lyon and back - Sailing on: Van Gogh From: £1234
      Main Deck Cat C Main Deck Cat B Main Deck Cat A Upper Deck Cat B Upper Deck Cat A
      Cruise Only from: £1234 Cruise Only from: £1272 Cruise Only from: £1339 Cruise Only from: £1419 Cruise Only from: £1486

Price Information

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Map for New Year Celebrations in Provence