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9 Night Idyllic Rhone with Highlights of Paris and Land Tour

From Paris to Nice

Scenic Sapphire

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14229808
  • Departs: Thu, Sep 23, 2027
  • Returns: Sat, Oct 2, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Sep 23, 2027
    Day
    1
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    The glittering lights of the Eiffel Tower twinkling in the night sky meandering along the banks of the Seine as you see local life passing by and chic cafes lining the Champs-Elysees are just some of the images conjured when thinking about Paris. Today is yours to explore at your own pace and revel in this great city. Later, check into your luxury hotel. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Sep 24, 2027
    Day
    2
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    After breakfast, explore Paris with your choice of Scenic Freechoice excursions.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Sep 25, 2027
    Day
    3
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    • High-Speed Train Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Saturday - Sep 25, 2027
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Lyon, France
    After breakfast, transfer via high-speed train to Lyon where your friendly crew will welcome you onboard the Scenic Sapphire ready for your cruise along the Rhone and Saone rivers.
    Sunday - Sep 26, 2027
    Day
    4
    • Macon, France
    You'll wake this morning in the town of Macon, which will be your base for exploring southern Burgundy. Macon sits right on the edge of the river, with stunning pastel-hued buildings, ancient churches, and picturesque quays. It is close to the Burgundy wine region, one of the most famous in France, which produces exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, and sparkling wines. ...
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    Monday - Sep 27, 2027
    Day
    5
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    Return to Lyon today. You may like to arrange for your butler to deliver a coffee to your suite so you can enjoy it in your private Scenic Sun Lounge before you venture out for the day. Sitting at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, the city was founded by the Romans in 43 BC. Since the mid-1500s it has been a financial and industrial powerhouse and today is recognized as France's culinary capital. The city is home to more than 4,000 restaurants - including 20 that hold Michelin stars - and eating well is a way of life. ...
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    Tuesday - Sep 28, 2027
    Day
    6
    • Chavanay, France
    Cruising downstream, along the Rhone River, your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in Chavanay today. This charming village is made up of quintessentially French red-roofed buildings and surrounded by the lush vineyards of the Rhone wine region. It's also known for its outdoor pursuits, such as hiking and cycling, and is a key stop on the French Camino pilgrimage route. ...
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    Wednesday - Sep 29, 2027
    Day
    7
    Viviers, France
    • Viviers, France
    • Avignon, France
    This morning, you will arrive in Viviers, often described as an open-air museum thanks to its rich medieval heritage and architecture. The town was founded in the fifth century, and as you walk down the narrow, zig-zagging lanes, you will feel as though little has changed in the past 1,600 years. At its peak in the Middle Ages, Viviers was home to 30,000 people, today less than 4,000 people live here, happily secluded in their own world. This afternoon is spent relaxing onboard as you cruise towards Avignon, the gateway to Provence, a region blanketed in vineyards and lavender fields, rolling hills, and historic villages. Enjoy a regional wine in the Panorama Lounge & Bar as you take in the ever-changing scenery along the banks of the Rhone or spend some time recharging in the wellness center. ...
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    Thursday - Sep 30, 2027
    Day
    8
    Avignon, France
    • Avignon, France
    Known as the 'City of the Popes', Avignon is rich in history and astounding medieval architecture. At the same time, it also has a youthful energy and a buzzing arts scene. Circled by fortified walls, the former papal capital is home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace), one of the largest surviving Gothic palaces in Europe, and the remaining four arches of the famous Pont d'Avignon bridge, which was once the only way to cross the Rhone between Lyon and the Mediterranean Sea. ...
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    Friday - Oct 1, 2027
    Day
    9
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    Depart before dawn and arrive in Arles for breakfast. Founded around 56 BC by Julius Caesar, the city has a rich Roman heritage and is thought to have the largest number of Roman ruins outside the Eternal City itself. The remnants of ancient monuments, theatres, baths, and administrative buildings are strewn along the river's left bank. It was also the home of Vincent van Gogh in 1888, and he drew inspiration from the landscape for many of his paintings and drawings, including his infamous work 'The Yellow House'. ...
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    Saturday - Oct 2, 2027
    Day
    10
    • Tarascon, France
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 10 - Saturday - Oct 2, 2027
    Day
    10
    • Bus Travel
    • Nice, France
    Tarascon is the end of your cruise. Depart after a farewell breakfast, taking with you a lifetime of wonderful memories. From here, you will be transferred to Nice Airport for your onward travels or flight home. Please book your flight to depart out of Nice after 1 PM.


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