French Escapade: The Riviera to Paris - Northbound
From $9,290 per person
14 days
1 countries
Ship: ms Lumière
14 days, 13 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Arrive Paris
- Day 2 - A day in Paris
- Day 3 - A high-speed TGV train to Lyon... and your river cruise begins!
- Day 4 - Explore Beaune & wine tasting in Burgundy or Chalon-sur-Saône
- Day 5 - A day well spent in the south of Burgundy
- Day 6 - Mâcon & Cluny
- Day 7 - Spend the day in Lyon, culinary capital of France
- Day 8 - Roman Vienne or a bike tour along the Rhône
- Day 9 - Avignon & a gala dinner in Uzès
- Day 10 - Avignon, Saint-Remy & Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- Day 11 - Arles and a trip to a working farm in the Camargue
- Day 12 - Disembark in Arles then on to Aix-en-Provence and Cannes
- Day 13 - A day well-spent in Monte-Carlo
- Day 14 - Journey home
Itinerary highlights
On one of the most enjoyable river cruises in France, journey from the jet-setting capital of Monte-Carlo on the Riviera into Provence to Arles to board your riverboat for a cruise along the Rhône River to Lyon, and then along the Saône, ending in Paris. Travel into the countryside past vineyards where some of the world's best grapes become some of the world's best wines, stopping to taste some of them. Discover river towns with Roman roots and lingering traces of medieval magic in their streets, experience the cowboy traditions and cuisine of La Camargue, and sample the pleasures of regional cuisine and wine throughout your trip. Explore a palace fit for a pope and an abbey that was once one of the most powerful in Europe. You'll find something new, something wonderful every day. And during two nights in Paris, you'll discover the timeless allure of the City of Light – where grand boulevards, intimate cafés, and world-renowned landmarks create a setting unlike any other. From the elegance of its architecture to the effortless rhythm of daily life along the Seine, Paris offers the perfect finale to your journey through France – a celebration of art, culture, and joie de vivre that stays with you long after you return home.
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The ms Lumière.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the ms Lumière, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
Experience the Rhône in style aboard this elegant 135-meter riverboat, designed for intimacy and comfort. Hosting a maximum of 130 guests, her innovative layout ensures a spacious and relaxing journey.
The ship features 22 luxurious 300-square-foot suites with roomy bathrooms, walk-in closets, and separate showers, alongside 34 generously-sized 225-square-foot cabins. Guests will also find 12 comfortable 180-square-foot cabins. Thoughtfully designed, 80% of the accommodations offer 225 square feet or more, blending space with sophistication.
Two decks boast floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies, inviting crisp river breezes and spectacular views into your cabin. Carefully crafted interiors complement the breathtaking scenery of the Rhône, creating a serene setting for exploring this iconic region. Launching soon, this vessel promises an unforgettable journey of comfort and discovery.
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