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Rhône Route Rendez-Vous 2026

6 days
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Start and end in Lyon
5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet extending partially across the Rhône River with greenery along the banks.
  • View of Avignon’s famous bridge and walled palace complex seen from the opposite bank of the Rhône.
  • Quiet sun-washed square with stone townhouses in Arles where three people sit chatting on the steps.
  • Stone ramparts and pointed towers of the Palais des Papes rising against a clear sky in Avignon.
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  • The trip was excellent, even though it was changed due to strikes, we end up doing the Saône instead of the Rhône.

    Josiane•traveled in April5.0
  • Elevated daytime view across Lyon rooftops toward Fourvière Hill and Basilica.
  • Illuminated Ferris wheel forms a glowing halo behind the equestrian statue in Place Bellecour, Lyon at night.
  • Small group studying a paper map beside historic stone buildings under bright sun.
  • Riverside skyline of Lyon with colorful buildings and their reflections on calm water.
  • Sun-lit medieval fortress overlooking rooftops and green hills in Provence.
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Guided in English
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 174
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Lyon

    Lyon
    Start point
    Lyon, Rhône, France (Lyon, 21:00)
    Meals
    Embarkation Snack, Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Lyon's old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Discover historic alleyways and rear courtyards
    • Visit popular quays and large squares on the Presqu'île
    • View over 200 illuminated sights after dark

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Beaujolais wine region (north-west of Lyon)
    Landmarks
    Lyon Old Town
    Presqu'île
  3. Day 2

    Viviers

    Viviers
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore medieval city of Viviers
    • Visit historic monuments and sights
    • Experience French regional culture
    Landmarks
    Viviers
  4. Day 3

    Arles - Avignon

    Arles - Avignon
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Arles old town and Roman sites
    • Visit UNESCO World Heritage monuments in Arles
    • See Van Gogh-related locations
    • Visit Palais des Papes in Avignon
    • Explore Avignon's ancient quarter
    Landmarks
    Arles
    Palais des Papes
    Avignon
  5. Day 4

    Avignon

    Avignon
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Palais des Papes
    • Explore Avignon's ancient quarter
    • Discover historic papal city attractions
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Avignon
  6. Day 5

    Vienne - Lyon

    Vienne - Lyon
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Roman theatre in Vienne
    • See Roman temple and portico
    • Explore historic Roman city of Vienne
    • Explore Lyon's old town
    • Discover UNESCO World Heritage sights
    Landmarks
    Vienne
    Lyon Old Town (Vieux Lyon)
  7. Day 6

    Lyon

    Lyon
    End point
    Lyon, Rhône, France (Lyon)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Included Activities

    • Free use of e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Lyon's old town
    • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sights
    • Discover historic alleyways and courtyards
    • Browse large squares on the Presqu'île
    • Visit the more than 200 illuminated sights
    Landmarks
    Lyon Old Town (Vieux Lyon)
    Presqu'île District

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A-ROSA Ship

  • A-ROSA LUNA
    A-ROSA LUNA
    On a Rhône cruise on the A-ROSA LUNA, culinary and scenic experiences await you in equal measure. Along the Rhône and Saône, there is unt… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2005
    Guests
    174
    Crew
    Length
    125.8m
    Width
    11.4m
    Suites
    86
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    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    24km/h
    Generators
    Engines
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5.0
Overall rating based on 2 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    5.0
  • Food
    5.0
  • Tour Operator
    4.0

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  • Lee5.0•October 2026
    My husband and I had an amazing time on the cruise. We loved all the places that we stopped at especially the...
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    Traveled in October 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Lee, Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you and your husband had such an enjoyable cruise experience. We sincerely thank you for your feedback and look forward to welcoming you on board again in the future. The A-ROSA Team
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  • Josiane
    Josiane5.0•April 2023
    The trip was excellent, even though it was changed due to strikes, we end up doing the Saône instead of the Rhône,...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Josiane, Thank you for going onboard with A-ROSA and taking your time to leave your comments. We are sorry to hear that your trip was affected by the strikes, but we're delighted to know that you still had a memorable trip. Our team always strives to provide excellent service, despite any unforeseen circumstances. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon for another Rhône cruise or other cruises with A-ROSA. Best regards, Your A-ROSA Team
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    Taylor

    Asked on August 9th, 2023

    Are there designated smoking areas on board? If you have a small terrace, are you able to smoke there?

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written August 2023

      Smoking is only permitted on the exterior decks in a designated area.

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    John

    Asked on May 18th, 2023

    What is the name address of the port you sail from in Lyon?

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written May 2023

      I had a look for you and can see the embarkation berth address to be the following:
      Quai Claude Bernard
      69007 Lyon
      - France -

      However, please note that the correct address will be in the final documents sent to you prior to your departure, once you have a confirmed booking.

  • A

    Angela

    Asked on March 1st, 2023

    Do you have September dates?

    Price / Availability
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written March 2023

      Unfortunately, there are no September departure dates for this itinerary, but the next departure dates are October 21st and 26th.

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    Dave

    Asked on October 19th, 2022

    Deals for next Spring.

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      Dave

      Traveler•Written October 2022

      Deals for next Spring.

    • A-ROSAOperator•Written October 2022

      Yes, there is indeed a discount running at the moment. If you book a voyage in good time by 30.11.2022, you can enjoy the attractive super early-booking discount on selected voyages in 2023.

    • A-ROSAOperator•Written October 2022

      As this cruise is operated by different ships, please bear in mind that a cruise offers per ship per deck different cabin categories. The difference is simply the location of the cabin on each deck.

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    Robyn

    Asked on August 28th, 2022

    Do I need an invitation letter for visa application? Will you provide it?

    Visa
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written August 2022

      As a tour booking website, TourRadar is not a Visa authority. Visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary from one traveller to the next depending on nationality and residence etc. For up-to-date Visa requirements and to see if you qualify for an e-visa please check out the TourRadar travel e-visa page. Please note, visa requirements are the responsibility of the individual traveller and TourRadar can not advise on different requirements or restrictions.

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    Jenny

    Asked on August 27th, 2022

    Ist die Reise auch Anfang Oktober zu buchen?

    Price / Availability
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written August 2022

      Das Schiff beginnt erst am 22.10.2022 daher gibt es leider keine früheren Termine. Ich kann Ihnen folgende Termine anbieten: -22.10.2022 bis 27.10.22 -27.10.2022 bis 01.11.22 -01.11.2022 bis 06.11.2022

  • E

    Erica

    Asked on August 18th, 2022

    Is there an additional supplement for solo travelers?

    Single supplement
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written August 2022

      There will be an additional fee if you wish to book this cruise as a solo traveller. The price of a single supplement varies depending on the cruise, departure date and operator, so to get a quote please simply reply in this booking conversation requesting single supplement pricing in the category of choice (window/balcony/suite) and we can provide you with a quote.

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