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

MARTIGUES  – MARSEILLE – ARLES – AVIGNON – TAIN-L’HERMITAGE – MACON – LYON

Set off on an unforgettable cruise from Martigues to Lyon, with ports of call in Mâcon, 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.

    Trip code : MML_PP

    Duration : 6 days

    Destination :

    Travel Dates :2022

    THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

    • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
    • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
    • Free Wi-Fi onboard
    • Headsets are included for excursions
    • Official welcome from the captain and crew
    • Onboard activities
    • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
    • All port fees included

    CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS 

    An exceptional cruise from the mouth of the Rhône to the Saône River

    • A safari in the wild Camargue
    • Arles
    • The hanging houses in the Vercors Massif
    • Lyon and its strategic street doorways
    • The Beaujolais vineyards
    • Mâcon and its historic downtown

    DAY 1

    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.

    This morning, we offer two optional excursions:

    CLASSIC package: Tour the Camargue. We’ll visit a manade to enjoy a horse show.

    DISCOVERY package: Safari in the Camargue in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Set out on an exciting jaunt into the heart of the wild Camargue.

    This afternoon, join us for an optional excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Marseille.

    Optional excursions for both packages:

    The morning will be dedicated to a visit to Arles and a local olive oil production workshop. Join us this afternoon for a guided tour of Avignon and the Papal Palace. Our ship will cruise this evening.

    This morning, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Discover the Vercors Massif and enjoy a tasting of local sparkling wine (Clairette de Die).* We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Lyon, arriving during the evening.

    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: Explore Lyon by bike and see its historic monuments and neighborhoods from the saddle before enjoying a tasting in the heart of the Old Town.

    We'll spend the afternoon cruising the Saône to Mâcon, arriving during the evening.

    Optional excursions proposed:

    CLASSIC package: Join us for an optional tour of Mâcon and its historic downtown.

    DISCOVERY package: A food lover’s tour of Mâcon. Join us for a walking tour of the capital of the Beaujolais wine region and have a taste of some of the local products.

    This afternoon, join us for an optional excursion for both packages: The Beaujolais vineyards. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

    DAY 7

    Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

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    Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

    DISCOVERY
    DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2022

    Included in tour package:Camargue with manadeArlesAvignon and thes Pope's palaceVercorsLyon, gourmet walkMâconBeaujolais vineyards

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 790 AUD

    On-board : 923 AUD

    CLASSIC
    CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2022

    Included in tour package:Camargue with manadeArlesAvignon and thes Pope's palaceVercorsLyonMâconBeaujolais vineyards

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 641 AUD

    On-board : 746 AUD

    CLASSIC
    CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2023

    Included in tour package:Camargue with manadeArlesAvignon and thes Pope's palaceVercorsLyonMâconBeaujolais vineyards

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 539 AUD

    On-board : 629 AUD

    DISCOVERY
    DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2023

    Included in tour package:Camargue with manadeArlesAvignon and thes Pope's palaceVercorsLyon, gourmet walkMâconBeaujolais vineyards

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 630 AUD

    On-board : 735 AUD

    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    PM
    MARSEILLE- 2023

    We’ll leave by coach for an optional visit to Marseille, a city that seems to be a study in cultural and architectural contrasts.  Beautiful, significant vestiges that have accumulated over

    DURATION hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 93 AUD

    On-board : 103 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    PM
    Guided walking tour of Arles- 2023

    Departure on foot for the guided tour of Arles. Arles with its two thousand years of history has preserved an exceptional monumental heritage, making the city a veritable open-air museum. Welcome to o

    DURATION 02:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 35 AUD

    On-board : 39 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    The delicacies of Macon- 2022

    Your guide will lead you through the streets of Macon on foot to discover the rich heritage of this fascinating city. Among the many sites you'll see and learn about are the cathedral, the museum

    DURATION 02:30 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 61 AUD

    On-board : 68 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    PM
    Excursion to the Beaujolais vineyards and visit of the Hameau Duboeuf- 2023

    Departure by coach in the company of our guide from Montmerle-sur-Saöne or Belleville to discover the Beaujolais vineyards extending on 22,500 hectares. We will pass through charming little wine-

    DURATION 04:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 126 AUD

    On-board : 140 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Guided tour of Lyon- 2023

    This winkling city will reveal itself to you during a guided visit by coach and on foot. Our excursion will start with a stop at the Fourvière Basilica. You'll first take in the breathtakin

    DURATION 03:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 75 AUD

    On-board : 84 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Excursion into the Vercors- 2023

    Departure by coach from La Voulte towards Die. Carved out in limestone, the Vercors Regional Nature Park extends over 186,000 hectares between the Isère Valley to the North and the Diois to the

    DURATION 05:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 116 AUD

    On-board : 128 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Guided bike tour of Lyon- 2022

    Discover all of Lyon's touristic highlights in only 2.5 hours and with little effort! Enjoy a leisurely bike ride around the lake in the Parc de la Tête d'Or and on the banks of the Rh&o

    DURATION 03:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 147 AUD

    On-board : 163 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Guided tour of Arles and visit of an olive oil production site- 2023

    Depart by foot for the guided tour of Arles. For two thousand years Arles has maintained an outstanding architectural heritage making it a genuine open-air museum. Welcome to this tourist and cultural

    DURATION 04:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 102 AUD

    On-board : 112 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Avignon and the Pope's Palace- 2023

    You will set out on foot for the guided tour of the old town of Avignon. With the Pope's Palace, classed as a world heritage site by UNESCO and a testimony to the city's past when it was known

    DURATION 03:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 54 AUD

    On-board : 60 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    ''Safari'' in the Camargue- 2023

    Far from the tourist traps, discover the Petite and Grande Camargue from the back of a jeep with local guides who will share their enthusiasm for this legendary area. You'll cross the Parc Naturel

    DURATION 04:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 170 AUD

    On-board : 189 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Touring the Camargue and visiting a manade- 2023

    Enjoy a panoramic guided tour of the Camargue. Sit back and admire the rivers, marshes, ponds, pink flamingoes, black bulls and the famous, indigenous Camargue horses. Discover the salt and rice field

    DURATION 04:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 123 AUD

    On-board : 137 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    MACON- 2023

    Although it is still in the Burgundy region, with its unique roof tiles and brightly colored facades, Mâcon feels like it should border the Mediterranean Sea. The city has a wide range of strik

    DURATION 02:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 39 AUD

    On-board : 42 AUD

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    1 TRIPS OF DAY
    AM
    Food tour of Lyon- 2023

    Join us for a guided tour on foot within the heart of Lyon, known as the Presqu’île. What makes this tour unique are the stops at several eateries to have a bite of the local cuisine. The

    DURATION 03:00 hours

    PRICE PER PERSON

    Pre-paid : 124 AUD

    On-board : 138 AUD

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