Itinerary
- Day 1
Marseille to Arles
You'll get picked up at Marseille airport and driven to Arles, where you board the Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening there's a welcome reception on board to meet other travelers and get settled in.
- Day 2
Arles
A guided tour takes you through Arles to see the 2,000-year-old Amphitheatre and other Roman and Romanesque sites. You'll also learn about Vincent van Gogh's years living here, then have free time to wander around on your own. Dinner tonight is a Provençal meal hosted by chef Fabien Morreale on the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Arles with arena visit
- Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
Landmarks Arles Amphitheatre Les Baux de Provence 
- Day 3
Avignon
Walking tour of Avignon covers the city's history as home to seven consecutive Popes during the 1300s. You'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes with its ornate Gothic architecture. After that, the afternoon is yours to explore, maybe crossing the 12th-century Stone Bridge or checking out other parts of town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking 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 du Gard Stone Bridge of Avignon 
- Day 4
Viviers
You dock at medieval Viviers, a charming town with pastel-colored buildings on cobblestone streets. A guided walking tour through the Old Town shows you the French architecture and local character that makes this place special.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Viviers
Landmarks Viviers Old Town - Day 5
Tournon
Arriving in Tournon, you'll see views of a 16th-century castle and ancient watchtowers from the ship. A guided tour explores this historic village and its culture. Later, choose between a leisurely walk or a more active hike through vineyards, then take a guided bike tour to Glun through the countryside with a regional wine tasting back on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tournon
- Guided bike tour to Glun
- Regional wine tasting on board
Optional Activities
- Guided hike through the vineyards (EmeraldACTIVE)
Landmarks Tournon Castle Glun - Day 6
Lyon
Lyon is one of France's largest cities and a former Roman capital. You can pick between a guided walking tour that includes the UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviere, or go with a guided bike tour that covers architectural highlights and historical sites around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour of Lyon (EmeraldACTIVE)
- Excursion to Perouges (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
Landmarks Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviere Perouges - Day 7
Beaune
By road, you'll travel to Beaune in Burgundy's wine region. The Hospices de Beaune is the main stop, a 15th-century French building that hosts one of France's most popular wine auctions. Back on the ship, there's a cheese and olive tasting to enjoy.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to the Hospices de Beaune
- Cheese and olive tasting on board
Landmarks Hospices de Beaune - Day 8
Departure
After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to fellow passengers and leave the Star-Ship for your transfer to Lyon airport, carrying memories of French architecture and the vineyards you've seen along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
