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14 Night Discover the Rhine and Rhone Rivers and Land Tour

From Marseille to Amsterdam

Emerald Liberte

Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13973345
  • Departs: Sat, Oct 3, 2026
  • Returns: Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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    Riverview $8,660
    Suite $10,510
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Oct 3, 2026
    Day
    1
    Marseille, France
    • Marseille, France
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 1 - Saturday - Oct 3, 2026
    Day
    1
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Arles, France
    Welcome to France and the beginning of your cruise. You'll be met by a member of Emerald Cruises team at the airport and transferred to Arles, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting to welcome you onboard your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception and dine with your fellow guests. Please book your flight to arrive into Marseille prior to 4:30 PM. ...
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    Sunday - Oct 4, 2026
    Day
    2
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    Revel in the glory of the Roman Empire today during an insightful visit to Arles, including its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman and Romanesque monuments. Visit Arles Amphitheater, a 2,000-year-old structure where thousands of spectators once gathered to watch heart-pounding chariot races. Enjoy learning about the time spent by Vincent van Gogh in the city, taking inspiration from his surroundings and using them to create many of his most iconic pieces of art, including 'Starry Night Over the Rhone'. Then, enjoy some time to explore the beauty of Arles at your leisure. ...
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    Monday - Oct 5, 2026
    Day
    3
    Avignon, France
    • Avignon, France
    Avignon has a long and storied history. This fortified town is the former residence of seven consecutive popes in the 1300s who fled Rome to escape from the political pressures of the Roman Empire. The city went on to become an important location during the French Revolution. Embark on a guided walking tour to witness its illustrious past, including the ornate Gothic exterior of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes, built by the popes over two decades. This evening, you are invited to join the unique experience of a classical concert in Avignon. ...
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    Tuesday - Oct 6, 2026
    Day
    4
    Viviers, France
    • Viviers, France
    A snapshot of quintessential France awaits your arrival in Viviers, a town that perfectly encapsulates the medieval days of the region. Pastel-colored buildings gently faded by the sun line narrow cobblestone streets, and the heart of the Old Town is yours to explore today during a guided walking tour. ...
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    Wednesday - Oct 7, 2026
    Day
    5
    Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    • Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
    As we sail down the gently twisting Rhone River into Tournon, you'll be treated to an extraordinary view of a 16th-century castle overlooking the village and a pair of ancient watchtowers adorning the surrounding rural landscape. Today, embark on a guided tour of Tournon and learn about its illustrious history and the culture of the people who call it home. If you would like to explore more of the region's natural beauty, then you may instead choose to embark on an EmeraldACTIVE hike through some of the local vineyards. ...
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    Thursday - Oct 8, 2026
    Day
    6
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    As one of the largest cities in France and a former Roman capital, many of the most important moments in French history have taken place in Lyon. But it's Lyonnaise cuisine that has really put this city on the map, delighting gastronomists from around the world. Join your local guide for a walking tour of the city, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviere. If you're feeling more active, then you may instead choose to embark on a guided bike tour, touching on its most prominent architectural wonders and moments from history. ...
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    Friday - Oct 9, 2026
    Day
    7
    Chalon-sur-Saone, France
    • Chalon-sur-Saone, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Beaune, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Chalon-sur-Saone, France
    The birthplace of photography and the center of Burgundy's wine region is yours to discover today as you travel by road to the quaint village of Beaune. Stop to visit the Hospices de Beaune, one of the best-preserved examples of 15th-century French architecture and home to one of the most popular wine auctions in the country. ...
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    Saturday - Oct 10, 2026
    Day
    8
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 8 - Saturday - Oct 10, 2026
    Day
    8
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 8 - Saturday - Oct 10, 2026
    Day
    8
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    After breakfast, you will disembark the Emerald Liberte Star-Ship and be transferred by motorcoach to Basel, where your river cruising journey will continue.
    Sunday - Oct 11, 2026
    Day
    9
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    Today, you will experience the tale of two cities divided by the Rhine, Breisach (Germany), and Neuf-Brisach (France). During your guided visit to these two gems of the Rhine River, you'll pass by the main sights and attractions, one of which is the UNESCO World Heritage-listed fortress overlooking Neuf-Brisach. ...
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    Monday - Oct 12, 2026
    Day
    10
    • Kehl, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Strasbourg, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Kehl, Germany
    Today, you'll dock in Kehl, to be transferred by motorcoach to the medieval city of Strasbourg. A local guide will teach you about the city's history during an insightful guided tour, passing through cobbled squares adorned with quaint boutiques and charming cafes. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, including Petite France. An area of unmatched beauty, the picturesque canal system cascades past half-timbered houses once home to fishermen, tanners, and millers during the Middle Ages. The narrow lanes and footbridges that pepper the area all add to its undeniable charm. This afternoon, Strasbourg is yours to explore at leisure. ...
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    Tuesday - Oct 13, 2026
    Day
    11
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Schwetzingen, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    Schwetzingen Palace is famous for the beauty and harmony of its gardens. Remarkably, the original design survives to this day. Besides the palace interior, you will also visit the Palace Gardens, a cultural heritage site of European significance boasting more than 100 sculptures. Alternatively, you can embark on a hike through the beautiful vineyards of the quaint wellness town of Bad Durkheim. ...
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    Wednesday - Oct 14, 2026
    Day
    12
    Koblenz, Germany
    • Koblenz, Germany
    Today, you'll be taken into the heart of Koblenz, an ancient city pulled from the pages of a German fairy tale. Enjoy the picturesque backdrop of vineyards and snow-topped mountain ranges as your local guide takes you through open cobbled squares and down narrow streets, passing facades adorned with boxes of spring-blooming flowers. You'll also have the chance to see the point at which two of Europe's great rivers meet at the German Corner. ...
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    Thursday - Oct 15, 2026
    Day
    13
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    The largest city on the Rhine awaits your arrival. Once a major trade route linking both sides of Europe, today, the city offers the perfect platform to explore Roman history, including the ornate Roman mosaics that have stood the test of time. Your insightful guided tour of Cologne will detail how the air raids of WWII turned its streets into a blank canvas, resulting in the loss of ancient monuments and cultural treasures. Many of the city's historic buildings have undergone restoration and now sit alongside modern architecture. Your tour will conclude at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral, constructed over six centuries, using medieval techniques to retain its authenticity. You'll also explore the Botanical Gardens, established in the 19th century and visited by more than a million people yearly. ...
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    Friday - Oct 16, 2026
    Day
    14
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Keukenhof, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    A visit to the iconic Keukenhof Gardens is sure to leave an impression. More than 800 varieties of spring-flowering tulips and regular flower shows showcase spring in a quintessentially Dutch fashion. Each year, the gardens adopt a theme, and you'll have every opportunity to learn about different planting techniques and the work completed behind the scenes by the landscape architects. Soak in the sights of expertly arranged tulips, hyacinths, and orchids of every color, creating a swathe of natural beauty. You'll also have the chance to see statues commissioned by world-renown artists. ...
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    Saturday - Oct 17, 2026
    Day
    15
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests as you disembark for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of spring-blooming flowers and delightful cobblestone squares with you.


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