Rhone River Cruises
Sailing down the River Rhone is a true delight. Explore Lyon and taste local foods at the famous Les Halles market. Visit the peaceful Sénanque Abbey, surrounded by lavender fields, or the Papal Palace. White horses run free in the wild Camargue, and you can see traditional bull and horse culture. Visit Viviers and the beautiful Gorges de l’Ardèche. It’s a different take, and a true delight.
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Great cruise , Everywhere on ship is clean , Nice food , Friendly ships crew .
Rhône Route Provence 2027 - A-Rosa LunaThis discovery cruise along the Rhône river of France was great. The staff, restaurant, activites and excursions were all well organised. I would book again. I have recommended the cruse to family and friends.
All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue with a dinner at Paul Bocuse's Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant Offered (port-to-port cruise, 11 destinations)It was a relaxing cruise, great food and a comfortable cabin. Due to extreme heat, we only managed the night tour and some time on our own at the lowest port. The rest of the time was on deck in the shade or enjoying refreshments in the lounge. Our only concern was that we purchased the cruise with the understanding that it was an English cruise but in reality it was all French with only 4 English speaking persons aboard. The Staff tried their best to include us But we mostly could not hear the announcements over the noise of the other passengers enjoying themselves!
A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise)
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Rhône Route Provence 2027 - A-Rosa Luna
“Everywhere on ship is clean, Nice food.”
Philip, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Viviers, Arles, Avignon, Tournon-sur-Rhone Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ships A-ROSA STELLAA-ROSA LUNA River RhoneSaone Operator A-ROSA From
- US$1,226
All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue with a dinner at Paul Bocuse's Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant Offered (port-to-port cruise, 11 destinations)
“We loved our Croise river cruise from Lyon to Arles and return.”
Alison, traveled in August
The luxurious MS Van Gogh sails from Lyon to Arles, stopping at Tain L'Hermitage's Valrhona chocolate factory and Viviers' smallest cathedral in France. The route winds through the dramatic Ardèche Gorges, leads to Avignon's Papal Palace, and features exceptional dining including Paul Bocuse's renowned restaurant.
Duration 7 days Destinations Lyon, Collonges, Tain-l’Hermitage, Avignon, Gordes, Arles, Camargue Regional Nature Park, Viviers, Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, La Voulte-sur-Rhone Age Range All Ages Welcome Ships MS Van GoghMS MistralMS Rhone PrincessMS Camargue II River Rhone Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- US$1,964
Duration 31 days Destinations Portugal, Spain, France Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Scenic SapphireScenic Gem Scenic Azure River SeineDouroRhoneSaone Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $25,945
24% off- US$19,610
This 8-day cruise features 6 distinctive ports along the Rhône River. The route stretches from Lyon's illuminated cityscape to Avignon's papal palace, allowing extended stays in Arles and Viviers. A-ROSA LUNA provides comprehensive dining, spa facilities, and balcony suites.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhone, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Beaujolais Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA LUNA River Rhone Operator A-ROSA From
24% off- US$1,337
A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise)
“the food was outstanding, and the land based tours were interesting.”
Gregory, traveled in October
MS Van Gogh or MS Camargue II glide through the scenic Rhône Valley, stopping at historic Avignon, Roman-rich Arles, and charming Viviers. This 6-day route features gourmet dining with regional wines, entertainment, and comfortable cabins.
Duration 6 days Destinations Lyon, Avignon, Arles, Camargue Regional Nature Park, Martigues, Les Baux de Provence, Viviers, La Voulte-sur-Rhone Age Range All Ages Welcome Ships MS Van GoghMS MistralMS Rhone PrincessMS Camargue II River Rhone Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
24% off- US$1,758
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn Rhône cruises showcase the wine harvest in full swing, with special tours through Beaujolais and Châteauneuf-du-Pape during the vendange season. Our TourRadar customers particularly enjoy experiencing the golden vineyard views and getting hands-on with grape picking activities alongside local vintners. The cruises offer exclusive access to historic wine cellars, where you'll learn about production techniques and taste newly pressed juice, as it begins its journey to becoming wine. Beyond the vineyards, these autumn sailings take you through Lyon's traboules to Paul Bocuse's Les Halles market, rich with seasonal mushrooms and game. You can join truffle hunting expeditions near Grignan with farmers and their dogs, perfect timing as the black diamonds emerge in the cooling soil. The itineraries include wonderful cultural touches too - painting workshops in Arles, when the light is particularly clear, and private concerts in Avignon's Papal Palace during quiet autumn evenings.
- November 2026 popular 16 tours
- Spring 2027
Spring offers ideal weather for discovering the Rhône Valley - temperatures are just right for being outside and you'll find fewer people at main attractions. The cruises make good use of the season with bike rides through Lyon's old quarters and guided walks up to Mount Pipet near Vienne. There are special spring activities like going truffle hunting with local farmers and their dogs around Grignan, or joining painting sessions in Arles when the light is particularly clear. Our TourRadar customers really enjoy the springtime wine tastings in Beaujolais, where they learn about vineyard work just as the vines start to wake up. The cooking classes are excellent this time of year too, using fresh ingredients from Les Halles de Lyon to create traditional Provençal dishes.
- March 2027 18 tours
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- Summer 2027
The Rhône river cruises shine brightest in summer, when the long days let you pack in plenty of authentic experiences. Guests join intimate cooking workshops at Les Halles de Lyon, and savor exclusive tastings at historic wine cellars across Beaujolais and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. TourRadar customers consistently highlight how well the tours balance structured activities with free time - you'll explore Arles' ancient Roman sites with expert guides in the morning, then wander Lyon's secret traboules passages at your leisure in the afternoon. The carefully crafted routes make the most of summer's extended daylight, mixing cultural gems like private concerts in Avignon's grand Papal Palace with visits to traditional Camargue bull farms. Special touches elevate these journeys, including dinners at Paul Bocuse's renowned Abbaye de Collonges and sweet treats at the Cité du Chocolat in Tain L'Hermitage. While August sees the heaviest tourist traffic, our travelers mention that the professional crews handle the peak season with practiced ease and also maintain excellent service throughout.
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