What would be an example itinerary between Lyon and Nice?

An 8-day journey starts in Lyon where travelers explore the city's food scene and historic traboules. The next stops are Beaune with its famous Hospices and Mâcon's wine country. Moving south the route includes Vienne with its well-preserved Roman sites and the medieval town of Viviers. The final days focus on Avignon where visitors see the Papal Palace and Arles with its Roman amphitheater before ending in Nice. A TourRadar traveler shared "Each day brought new discoveries from Lyon's gastronomic delights to Avignon's papal history and Arles' Roman heritage - it was perfectly orchestrated."

What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Lyon to Nice tour?

River cruise tours on this route cost between 8590 USD and 11590 USD per person with daily rates from 1074 USD to 1449 USD. The price covers luxury boat accommodation most meals guided tours and transfers to and from airports. A TourRadar traveler noted "While premium-priced the all-inclusive nature and luxury experience aboard these vessels make it excellent value for experiencing the best of southern France."

What's the most common destinations visited between Lyon and Nice?

The standard route stops at Mâcon Vienne Viviers Avignon and Arles before reaching Nice. Travelers can attend private concerts at the UNESCO World Heritage Palais des Papes in Avignon and walk through the ancient amphitheater in Arles where Van Gogh found inspiration. A TourRadar traveler highlighted that "visiting the medieval village of Viviers and seeing the Roman ruins in Arles were absolute highlights of the journey through Provence."

What are the average tour lengths for tours from Lyon to Nice?

Most tours run 8-10 days with 7 nights spent sailing the Rhône and Saône rivers before the final stop in Nice. Travelers stay on premium boats like the Scenic Sapphire or Emerald Liberté while visiting key French destinations. A TourRadar traveler noted "The 8-day journey through southern France was perfectly paced allowing enough time to explore each destination thoroughly while enjoying the comforts of river cruising."

What is the average distance covered on a tour from Lyon to Nice?

The route spans 470 kilometers (292 miles) across France's southern regions following the Rhône and Saône rivers through wine country and historic cities. A TourRadar traveler shared "The changing landscapes from the lush Burgundy vineyards to the sun-drenched hills of Provence made every mile of the journey spectacular."

Lyon to Nice Tours

Find adventures that start in Lyon and then finish in Nice. Trips from Lyon to Nice are most popular in April, with the most tours doing this route then.

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Spectacular South of France 2028 - 11 Days
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lyon, Macon, Beaujolais, Cluny, Chalon sur Saone, Beaune,Tournus,Perouges,Tournon-sur-Rhone,Tain-l’Hermitage,Viviers,Grignan,Avignon,Gordes,Pont du Gard,Chateauneuf du Pape,Roussillon,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Tarascon,Marseille,Nice+16 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Ship
Scenic Sapphire
Country Region
Southern France
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
16% Off
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US$7,291per person
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Springtime Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon,Pont du Gard,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice+5 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
14% Off
From $4,545
US$3,920per person
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2026|2027 - 11 Days (16 destinations)
5.0 (1 review)
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lyon, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon,Pont du Gard,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice,Monte Carlo,Monaco,Saint-Paul-de-Vence+8 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
24% Off
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US$4,505per person
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Lavender Sensations of Lyon & Provence
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles,Nice+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
53% Off
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US$4,395per person
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Spring Sensations of Lyon and Provence
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice+3 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2027|2026 - 11 Days
5.0 (1 review)
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Burgundy,Tournon-sur-Rhone,Viviers,Vallon-Pont-d'Arc,Avignon,Uzès,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice,Monaco,Monte Carlo,Saint-Paul-de-Vence+12 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
7% Off
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US$5,528per person
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Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Tournon-sur-Rhone,Viviers,Avignon,Pont du Gard,Uzès,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice+8 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
14% Off
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US$4,090per person
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Festive Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers,Vallon-Pont-d'Arc,Avignon,Uzès,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice+7 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
30% Off
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US$3,425per person
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Festive Sensations of Lyon & Provence with Nice
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lyon, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles,Nice+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
26% Off
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US$4,220per person
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Spectacular South of France with French Riviera
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Lyon, Vienne, Chateauneuf du Pape, Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Avignon,Pont du Gard,Gordes,Viviers,Grignan,Tournon-sur-Rhone,Tain-l’Hermitage,Perouges,Macon,Cluny,Tournus,Nice,Monte Carlo,Saint-Paul-de-Vence+15 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Ship
Scenic Sapphire
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
19% Off
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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2026|2027 - 11 Days (18 destinations)
5.0 (1 review)
"the more intimate cruising experience was heads-and-shoulders above the average mega-ship cruise."
Gary, traveled in July
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Tournon-sur-Rhone,Viviers,Avignon,Pont du Gard,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Nice,Monte Carlo,Monaco,Saint-Paul-de-Vence+10 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
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US$5,310per person
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Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2024|2025|2026 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Beaune, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles,Nice+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceRhoneSaone+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
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Idyllic Rhône 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Cluny, Vienne, Viviers,Grignan,Avignon,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Les Baux de Provence,Tarascon,Nice+7 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Ship
Scenic Sapphire
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Southbound) 2026
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lyon, Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Trevoux, Beaujolais,Tournon-sur-Rhone,Viviers,Avignon,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Aix-En-Provence,French Riviera,Nice+8 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Ship
Avalon Poetry II
Regions
Southern FranceRhoneSaone+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Avalon Waterways
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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Southbound) 2027
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lyon, Beaujolais, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers,Avignon,Chateauneuf du Pape,Arles,Aix-En-Provence,Nice+5 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Ship
Avalon Poetry II
Regions
Southern FranceProvenceBurgundyRhoneSaone+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Avalon Waterways
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