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10 Night Sensations of Lyon and Provence and Nice Cruise and Land Tour from Lyon

Ship: Emerald Liberte
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed:  Saturday, May 13, 2023 from Lyon, France
Ended: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, May 13, 2023 departure of the Emerald Liberte. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Saturday - May 13, 2023
Lyon, France
Lyon, France      
Welcome to Lyon. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the ship where you will be welcomed by your captain and crew. Tonight, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner onboard.
Day 2 - Sunday - May 14, 2023
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Chalon-sur-Saone, France      
Bus Travel      
Beaune, France      
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Chalon-sur-Saone, France      
Chalon-Sur-Saone is best known as the birthplace of photography and the center of Burgundy's wine region. Travel by road to the quaint village of Beaune, where we visit the Hospices de Beaune, one of the finest examples of French fifteenth-century architecture. Marvel at the multicolored roofs of this former hospital, now a museum, which has become one of the symbols of Burgundy.
Day 3 - Monday - May 15, 2023
Lyon, France
Lyon, France      
Lyon is France's third-largest city, a former Roman capital positioned at the conference of the Rhone and Saone rivers, which is steeped in history. Today be part of the guided tour of Lyon, which starts with a drive to the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Lyon's hilltop church, with stunning views over the town. Then, pass by the recently rediscovered Roman amphitheatre and walk through the cobbled streets of the gastronomic old town including the secret laneways. Alternatively, join a guided bike tour of Lyon.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided Bike Tour; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Perouges (extra expense)
Day 4 - Tuesday - May 16, 2023
Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
Tournon-sur-Rhone, France      
Join your local guide for a walking tour of Tournon, which is dominated by the 16th-century castle and Roman ruins, and is nestled in the valley near the steep slopes of the Massif Central, France's 3rd-largest mountain range. The area has a long tradition in wine making, including the renowned wine growing centre of Tain-l'Hermitage across the river.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided active walk through vineyards; EmeraldPLUS: Regional wine lecture onboard; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided bike tour to Glun
Day 5 - Wednesday - May 17, 2023
Viviers, France
Viviers, France      
Arrive in Viviers, a town which still has a lot of flare. Viviers is also the home of one of France's oldest cathedrals. Join an included city tour exploring all the architectural heritage of this quaint town.; EmeraldPLUS: Cheese and olive tasting onboard; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Grignan (extra expense)
Day 6 - Thursday - May 18, 2023
Avignon, France
Avignon, France      
Avignon has a rich history from Celtic beginnings to being the residence of the popes and later central to the French Revolution. Although a fortified town, it is the Papal Palace which stands more secure on a hill in the centre of town; its walls are 17-18 feet thick. Your guided walk with a local guide takes you through this historic centre with its cobbled laneways and shops, overlooking the famous Pont d'Avignon. The rest of the day is at leisure.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided active hike in Avignon; EmeraldACTIVE: Yoga lesson onboard; EmeraldPLUS: Provencale dinner hosted by local Chef Fabien Morreale; DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Pont du Gard (extra expense)
Day 7 - Friday - May 19, 2023
Arles, France
Arles, France      
Sail into Arles where you will join your local guide for a walking tour showcasing the highlights of the city, in particular, the 2,000-year-old Roman Amphitheatre still in use today, which was originally built to hold 20,000 spectators in the style of the Colosseum in Rome. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax onboard and explore Arles further.; DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Les Baux-de-Provence (extra expense)
Day 8 - Saturday - May 20, 2023
Arles, France
Arles, France      
Cruise Ends      
Bus Travel      
Nice, France      
After breakfast, disembark your river cruise ship in Arles and transfer to Nice and check into your hotel. Included is a three-night stay in Nice.
Day 9 - Sunday - May 21, 2023
Nice, France
Nice, France      
Bus Travel      
Monte Carlo, Monaco      
Bus Travel      
Nice, France      
Nice, the capital of the Cote d'Azur, is beautifully curved round the Bay of Angels, desirable and as lively as you like. In the morning enjoy free time to explore on own, and in the afternoon we will take you to Monte Carlo for a guided tour, where you will learn about the jet set life in Monaco.
Day 10 - Monday - May 22, 2023
Nice, France
Nice, France      
Today enjoy your day at leisure in Nice; your tour director is at your service to help you plan your day in this vibrant city.; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Cannes & Grasse (extra expense)
Day 11 - Tuesday - May 23, 2023
Nice, France
Nice, France      
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.