Provençal New Year's Eve in the Rhône Valley (port-to-port cruise)

4 nights from £1,126pp departing Saturday 28th Dec 2024

Theres no better way to start off a New Year than with a cruise through the French countryside with stopovers in exciting, historical cities such as Lyon, Avignon, and Vienne.

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					Arrive	Depart
	28th28	DecDec	202424	Lyon, France, embark on the MS Mistral	15:00	15:00
Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill. Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 3:00 p.m. in Lyon. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll begin to cruise to Arles. Enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. Our ship will cruise through the night.
	29th29	DecDec	202424	Avignon, France	12:00	15:00
Avignon, France, is a historic city in Provence famed for its stunning medieval architecture. Dominated by the impressive Palais des Papes, a grand papal palace, and the iconic Pont Saint-Bénézet bridge, Avignon offers a rich cultural heritage. Its charming streets, vibrant markets, and annual theater festival, the Festival d'Avignon, add to its allure. Surrounded by picturesque vineyards and the Rhône River, Avignon blends history with a lively contemporary atmosphere, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and culture seekers. We'll cruise towards Avignon. On arrival, join us for an optional excursion to visit the city and the Papal Palace. We'll cruise towards Tain-L'Hermitage.
	30th30	DecDec	202424	Tain-l'Hermitage, France	13:30
Tain-l'Hermitage, France, is a picturesque town in the Rhône-Alpes region, renowned for its exceptional wines, particularly its Syrah and Hermitage varietals. Nestled along the Rhône River and surrounded by lush vineyards, it offers scenic views and a charming atmosphere. The town features historic sites like the 12th-century Hermitage Chapel and the Cité du Chocolat, celebrating local culinary delights. With its blend of fine wine, rich history, and stunning landscapes, Tain-l'Hermitage is a captivating destination for wine enthusiasts and travelers seeking a taste of Provence. We'll cruise towards Tain-L'Hermitage. On arrival, well leave on foot for the optional tour of the Cit du Chocolat. Come and explore, smell, and taste chocolate in all of its forms at the Valrhona discovery center. Lastly, well indulge in a tasting of course! Tonight is our gala dinner and evening. We'll cruise towards Vienne.
	31st31	DecDec	202424	Tain-l'Hermitage, France		02:00
Tain-l'Hermitage, France, is a picturesque town in the Rhône-Alpes region, renowned for its exceptional wines, particularly its Syrah and Hermitage varietals. Nestled along the Rhône River and surrounded by lush vineyards, it offers scenic views and a charming atmosphere. The town features historic sites like the 12th-century Hermitage Chapel and the Cité du Chocolat, celebrating local culinary delights. With its blend of fine wine, rich history, and stunning landscapes, Tain-l'Hermitage is a captivating destination for wine enthusiasts and travelers seeking a taste of Provence. Join us for an optional tour of Vienne and its Roman vestiges. We'll then return on board and continue to cruise to Lyon. Upon arrival, join us for an optional visit of the city. Tonight is our special New Year's Eve dinner and evening.
	31st31	DecDec	202424	Vienne, France	08:00	15:00
	31st31	DecDec	202424	Lyon, France	14:00
Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill.
	1st01	JanJan	202525	Lyon, France, disembark the MS Mistral
Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill. Enjoy brunch on board before disembarking at 13:00 p.m. End of our services.

MS Mistral

Launch Year

1999

Refit Year

2007

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

157

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Holiday Summary

	4 nights cruising on the Rhone, Saone
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,126pp
C_TWN_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£1,126pp