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8 Day Viking River Cruise from Avignon to Lyon 2024
Lyon & Provence
Starting from $2,599River Cruise Description
Tap into your inner van Gogh at an Arles painting class. Discover Roman Provence at Les Arènes amphitheater and the Pont du Gard. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes. Excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy. Savor Beaujolais wines. Hunt for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made. Come witness the beauty that inspired artists like Cézanne and Chagall on this 8-day Rhône cruise.Thanks for your interest!
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Jul 3, 2024 | Viking Delling | $2,799 | Call Us! |
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Jul 10, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Jul 14, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Jul 17, 2024 | Viking Delling | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Jul 21, 2024 | Viking Buri | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Jul 24, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Jul 28, 2024 | Viking Hermod | Waitlist | Call Us! |
Jul 31, 2024 | Viking Delling | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Aug 4, 2024 | Viking Buri | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Aug 7, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Aug 11, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Aug 14, 2024 | Viking Delling | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Aug 18, 2024 | Viking Buri | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Aug 21, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Aug 25, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,999 | Call Us! |
Aug 28, 2024 | Viking Delling | $3,199 | Call Us! |
Sep 1, 2024 | Viking Buri | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 4, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 8, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 11, 2024 | Viking Delling | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 15, 2024 | Viking Buri | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 18, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 22, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 25, 2024 | Viking Delling | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Sep 29, 2024 | Viking Buri | $3,799 | Call Us! |
Oct 2, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $3,499 | Call Us! |
Oct 6, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $3,499 | Call Us! |
Oct 9, 2024 | Viking Delling | $3,499 | Call Us! |
Oct 13, 2024 | Viking Buri | $3,199 | Call Us! |
Oct 16, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,999 | Call Us! |
Oct 20, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,999 | Call Us! |
Oct 23, 2024 | Viking Delling | Waitlist | Call Us! |
Oct 27, 2024 | Viking Buri | $2,999 | Call Us! |
Oct 30, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Nov 3, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,799 | Call Us! |
Nov 6, 2024 | Viking Delling | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Nov 10, 2024 | Viking Buri | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Nov 13, 2024 | Viking Heimdal | $2,599 | Call Us! |
Nov 17, 2024 | Viking Hermod | $2,599 | Call Us! |
River Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 Avignon, France
Fly to Marseille. Transfer from the airport to your ship, docked in Avignon.* After boarding, take free time to explore this quaint town on the scenic Rhône River, or join our “welcome walk” to stretch your legs and get oriented.Day 2 Arles, France
Disembark after breakfast and take a walking tour of Arles with its diverse architectural highlights. Experience the city’s vibrant colors and striking quality of light that have inspired artists. Arles is also the site of some impressive Roman ruins, including Les Arènes, an arena that seats 20,000 and is still in use, as well as Romanesque monuments such as the Church of Saint-Trôphime, completed in the 15th century. Enjoy free time to explore Arles on your own.Day 3 Avignon, France
This morning, set out on a guided walk of Avignon, nicknamed “City of Popes” because it was home to seven popes from 1309 to 1377. Stroll through the historic center, see the picturesque Pont d’Avignon and walk the Place de l’Horloge. Continue to the renowned Palace of the Popes for a guided tour through this rambling maze of Gothic architecture that served as papal residence, fortress, church and palace. After the tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure exploring Avignon. You can join the optional tour to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, visiting the vineyards and tasting the famous wine. Lunch and dinner are served on board your ship. We depart for Viviers this evening.Day 4 Viviers, France
This morning join a walking tour of Viviers’ Old Town with its medieval and Renaissance buildings. Once a 5th-century Roman settlement, today the cobblestone streets are dominated by the 12th-century St. Vincent Cathedral. This afternoon, we set sail to Tournon.Day 5 Tournon, France
Board the Train de l’Ardèche this morning for a locomotive ride through the deep gorges of the Ardèche plateau, cut by the Doux River. Return to your ship and enjoy lunch on board as we cruise past dramatic landscapes. Arrive in Vienne this afternoon, a beautiful town with an ancient Roman past. Visit the Temple of Augustus and Livia, the Roman amphitheater and the Gothic Cathedral of St. Maurice on a walking tour before dinner on board the ship. We remain docked in Vienne this evening.Day 6 Lyon, France
After breakfast, disembark in Lyon for a tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin with a drive to the top of Fourvière Hill for amazing views of the city. Continue with a guided visit to the Basilica of Notre Dame and drive through town past the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral and the Palace of Justice. Then take a walking tour through the cobblestone streets of Vieux Lyon (Old Town), with free time to shop for souvenirs or sample some of the fine French cuisine for which Lyon is world-famous. Your ship remains docked overnight.Day 7 Lyon, France
After breakfast, take a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Beaujolais, where viticultural tradition runs deep and enjoy a tasting in one of Beaujolais’s famous cellars. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. As always, your Program Director can help you plan your free time.Day 8 Lyon, France
After breakfast, disembark and proceed to the Lyon airport for your return flight.* Or, extend your time in France with three exciting nights in Paris, one of the world’s most romantic cities.Having trouble deciding which cruise is right for you?