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Christmas in Provence and the Rhône Valley

4 days
From Lyon to Avignon
4.3
477 reviews

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lyon

    Lyon
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Welcome cocktail
    • Cruise through illuminated districts of old Lyon
  2. Day 2

    Montélimar

    Montélimar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise on Rhône River to Viviers
    • Walking tour of Viviers
    • Visit to Viviers Cathedral (smallest cathedral in France)
    • Visit to nougat confectioner in Montélimar
    • Nougat tasting
    • Coach transfer back to Viviers
    Landmarks
    Viviers Cathedral
    Montélimar
  3. Day 3

    Avignon

    Avignon
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Christmas Eve dinner with drinks included)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise on Rhône River to Avignon
    • Walking tour of Avignon city center
    • Visit Place de l'Horloge (Town Hall and theater)
    • Visit to Papal Palace
    • Tour of staterooms, chapels, and private apartments
    • Access to terraces with panoramic views
    • Midnight mass in Avignon
    Landmarks
    Papal Palace (Palais des Papes)
    Place de l'Horloge
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  4. Day 4

    Disembark

    Disembark
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)

    Included Activities

    • Buffet breakfast
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Platinum Operator
Rating
4.3(477 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
84%
Cancellation policy

CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship

  • MS Camargue II
    MS Camargue II
    This Superior-category ship with a bright and spacious interior was inaugurated as part of our fleet in 2015. The interior colors represent… Read more
    Capacity
    104
    Built
    1995 - Year of renovation : 2015
    Guests
    Crew
    20
    Length
    111 m / 364 ft
    Width
    10.1 m
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    1500 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    9 kn / 17 kph / 10 mph
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    54
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins

Reviews from other tours by CroisiEurope River Cruises

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    June 30th, 2026
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    June 21st, 2026
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Tour ID: 131665

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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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