The tip of Provence to Lyon on the Rhône and Saône Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

6 nights from £1,090pp departing Wednesday 1st May 2024

Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Martigues to Lyon, with ports of call in Mcon, Tain-l'Hermitage, Avignon, Arles, and the Camargue.Discover the 2,000-year history of Lyon as you stroll through its cobblestone streets. Ten percent of the city has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Vercors Massif and its steep limestone cliffs and vineyards perched above the valleys.

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	1st01	MayMay	202424	Martigues, France, embark on the MS Rhone Princess	18:00	18:00
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll enjoy dinner on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.
	1st01	MayMay	202424	Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, France	22:30
	2nd02	MayMay	202424	Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, France		08:30
This morning, join us for an optional excursion:CLASSIC: Touring the Camargue. Well visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.DISCOVERY: Discovery in the Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamencos, black bulls, and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Whether on the edge of the sea or inland, each spot is an immersion in the wonders nature has to offer in France.In the afternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion :guided tour of Arles.Our ship will cruise to Avignon.
	2nd02	MayMay	202424	Arles, France	12:00	18:00
	2nd02	MayMay	202424	Avignon, France	21:30
	3rd03	MayMay	202424	Avignon, France		13:00
Optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : The morning will be dedicated to a guided tour of Avignon and the Papal Palace. Avignon has had quite a past. The citys historic center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Included in this area is the Papal Palace, one of the largest and most important Gothic buildings in Europe and the citys most famous attraction.This afternoon will be spent cruising to Viviers.
	3rd03	MayMay	202424	Viviers, France	19:00
	4th04	MayMay	202424	Viviers, France		08:00
In the morning, our ship will sail to la Voult. In theafternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).* The Vercors Massif contains impressive sites and breathtaking views. Well discover many of these on a trip through its natural park. Peaks, trails, rushing streams, steep cliffs, and rolling mountain pastures await. The Vercors Massif was also a strategic location for the French Resistance during World War II. Well visit the quaint town of Dieknown for its delicious sparkling wineand enjoy a tasting.After our excursion, well return on board in Tain-l'Hermitage.Our ship will cruise towards Lyon during the night.
	4th04	MayMay	202424	La Voulte-sur-Rhône, France	13:00	18:00
	4th04	MayMay	202424	Tain-l'Hermitage, France	17:00	18:00
	5th05	MayMay	202424	Lyon, France	08:30	18:00
Optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC package: Join us for a panoramic tour of Lyon and learn about the discrete and strategic doorways leading to shortcuts, known as traboules, that go from street to street.DISCOVERY package: Food tour of Lyon.We'll spend the afternoon cruising the Sane to Mcon, arriving during the evening.
	5th05	MayMay	202424	Mâcon, France	20:45
	6th06	MayMay	202424	Mâcon, France		12:00
Optional excursions proposed:This morning, join us for an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Mcon. With its colored facades, Mcon feels like it should be part of Provence. Learn more about this Burgundy city on a tour highlighting its major sites.This afternoon, join us for an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion for both packages: The Beaujolais vineyards. The Beaujolais wine region is tucked in between Lyon and Burgundy. Wines range from the young Beaujolais Nouveau to high-quality crus. Red wines are made mostly from Gamay grapes that create a vibrant, fruity taste. Light and fresh white wines come predominantly from Chardonnay varieties.Tonight is our festive gala evening. Our ship will cruise to Lyon.
	6th06	MayMay	202424	Cruising	14:00	18:00
	6th06	MayMay	202424	Trévoux, France	16:30	18:00
	6th06	MayMay	202424	Lyon, France	22:00
	7th07	MayMay	202424	Lyon, France, disembark the MS Rhone Princess
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

MS Rhone Princess

Launch Year

2001

Refit Year

2011

Capacity

138

Cabins

Accessible

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Holiday Summary

	6 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		£1,090pp
A_GLS_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,204pp
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,134pp
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,090pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,374pp
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,304pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,304pp
B_SU2_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£1,304pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Tue 4th Jun 202404 Jun 24	1,090
Fri 26th Jul 202426 Jul 24	989	1,197
Sat 24th Aug 202424 Aug 24	989
Sun 29th Sep 202429 Sep 24	1,557	1,775
Sun 29th Sep 202429 Sep 24	1,282	1,496
Sun 4th May 202504 May 25	1,310	1,514
Tue 3rd Jun 202503 Jun 25	1,310	1,514
Thu 3rd Jul 202503 Jul 25	1,188
Sat 2nd Aug 202502 Aug 25	1,188	1,391
Mon 1st Sep 202501 Sep 25	1,310	1,514
Wed 1st Oct 202501 Oct 25	1,310	1,514