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7 Night A Week on the Rhone

From Arles to Lyon
  • MS Lumiere
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MS Lumiere

Tauck River
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14356392
  • Departs: Wed, Aug 2, 2028
  • Returns: Wed, Aug 9, 2028
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    Wednesday - Aug 2, 2028
    Day
    1
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    Tour begins: 6 PM, Arles. A transfer is included from Marseille Airport or the train station to your riverboat, ms Lumiere - your floating home as you journey through the landscapes of southern France. Meet your riverboat in a city shaped by Roman history and immortalized by Vincent van Gogh, who created more than 300 paintings and drawings during his stay here, inspired by the brilliant Provencal light. Settle in and meet your fellow travelers at a welcome reception and dinner, accompanied by entertainment from a mentalist. ...
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    Thursday - Aug 3, 2028
    Day
    2
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Camargue, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Arles, France
    This morning, journey into the distinctive landscapes of the Camargue, a region of wetlands, salt marshes, and open plains where ranching traditions have been passed down through generations. At Les Marquises, your hosts welcome you to their ranch for a private visit. See the region's famed bulls, mares, and foals on a hayride, watch a bull demonstration in the arena, and sit down to lunch accompanied by traditional Camargue Gypsy guitar music. Following lunch, set out on a walking tour of Arles, where ancient Roman monuments, including its impressive amphitheater, recall the city's importance nearly 2,000 years ago. Back aboard ms Lumiere, enjoy dinner followed by local entertainment. ...
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    Friday - Aug 4, 2028
    Day
    3
    Avignon, France
    • Avignon, France
    Arrive in the heart of Provence and choose how you'd like to experience Avignon, the famed "City of Popes", where medieval ramparts and grand Gothic architecture recall a remarkable chapter in European history. Explore the monumental Palais des Papes, a Gothic palace that served as the seat of papal power during the 14th century, when Avignon became the center of the Roman Catholic Church. Alternatively, set out by bicycle through the countryside surrounding Avignon and Barthelasse Island, one of Europe's largest river islands, passing orchards, fields, and groves along the way. After lunch aboard, enjoy a hands-on chocolate art experience inspired by the landscapes and monuments of southern France as your riverboat cruises toward Viviers. ...
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    Saturday - Aug 5, 2028
    Day
    4
    Viviers, France
    • Viviers, France
    Step ashore in medieval Viviers, a picturesque town where narrow cobblestone lanes, centuries-old stone houses, and a hilltop cathedral recall its long history as an episcopal seat. On a guided walk, uncover the charms of this atmospheric Rhone-side town before joining locals for a game of petanque. This quintessentially Provencal pastime brings generations together in village squares throughout southern France. Alternatively, travel to Montelimar, famed for its nougat, to explore its historic chateau and enjoy a tasting of the town's celebrated confection. Return to your riverboat for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. ...
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    Sunday - Aug 6, 2028
    Day
    5
    Tain L'Hermitage, France
    • Tain L'Hermitage, France
    In the heart of the Rhone Valley, discover a region where celebrated culinary traditions and scenic countryside offer two distinctly different ways to explore. Visit renowned Valrhona in Tain-l'Hermitage, where fine chocolate has been crafted since 1922, for a Tauck Exclusive experience that includes a visit to its chocolate museum, tastings, and a hands-on truffle-making class led by one of Valrhona's pastry chefs. You'll also ride a mini-train through the vineyards carpeting the hills above the Rhone, a landscape renowned for producing some of the valley's most celebrated wines. Alternatively, take to the rails aboard a velorail bike, pedaling and coasting along the historic Vivarais Railway past orchards, valleys, and villages for a different perspective on the region's pastoral scenery. Return to your riverboat as you cruise toward Vienne. ...
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    Monday - Aug 7, 2028
    Day
    6
    • Vienne, France
    • Lyon, France
    Choose how you'd like to experience the Rhone Valley this morning. Explore Vienne, once an important Roman settlement whose ancient legacy endures in remarkable monuments, on a guided walking tour that includes a visit to the Gallo-Roman museum. Or venture into the renowned Cote-Rotie wine region for a winery visit and tasting amid vineyard-clad hills overlooking the Rhone, where vines cling to steep slopes that have produced prized wines since antiquity. For a more active experience, explore the region by bicycle. Back aboard, cruise toward Lyon, arriving this afternoon in time for a special dinner in the city. ...
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    Tuesday - Aug 8, 2028
    Day
    7
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    Discover Lyon your way today with a choice of experiences in a city whose historic districts have earned UNESCO World Heritage recognition. Take in the highlights of this historic city on a guided sightseeing tour that includes a look at its centuries-old silk industry, which helped transform Lyon into one of Europe's great textile centers during the Renaissance. Alternatively, delve into its celebrated culinary traditions on a food-focused exploration of the city often regarded as France's gastronomic capital. Return to your riverboat and spend the afternoon as you wish. Enjoy a farewell reception followed by a final dinner in the Compass Rose this evening. ...
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    Wednesday - Aug 9, 2028
    Day
    8
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    Tour ends: Lyon. Your Rhone journey concludes in Lyon after breakfast. A transfer from your riverboat to Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport or the train station is included. Please do not schedule flights departing Lyon before 11 AM.


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