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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Paris 2024|2025 - 10 Days

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From Marseille to Paris
4.2
31 traveler reviews
  • Aerial view of a city with the Eiffel Tower prominently in view.
  • Roman amphitheater in Arles, France.
  • Palace of the Popes in Avignon, France.
  • Aerial view of Viviers town with traditional rooftops.
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
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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 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Marseille to Arles

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  2. Day 2

    Arles

    Meals
    Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Arles with arena visit
    • Canoeing excursion in Avignon

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Arles Amphitheatre
  3. Day 3

    Avignon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Avignon
    • Canoeing excursion in Avignon

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    • Classical concert in Avignon (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Pont d'Avignon (Stone Bridge)
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  4. Day 4

    Viviers

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Viviers
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  5. Day 5

    Tournon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournon
    • Guided bike tour to Glun
    • Guided hike through the vineyards
    • Regional wine tasting on board

    Optional Activities

    • Guided hike through the vineyards (EmeraldACTIVE - alternative to guided tour)
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  6. Day 6

    Lyon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lyon
    • Guided bike tour of Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Perouges (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  7. Day 7

    Beaune

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the Hospices de Beaune
    • Cheese and olive tasting on board
    Landmarks
    Hospices de Beaune
  8. Day 8

    Lyon to Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  9. Day 9

    Paris

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Paris and Seine river cruise
    Landmarks
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Arc de Triomphe
    Eiffel Tower
  10. Day 10

    Paris to Airport

    Meals
    Breakfast
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