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Swiss Mountains, Sensations of Lyon and Provence with Nice 2026

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From Lausanne to Nice
4.1
36 traveler reviews
  • Castle on a lake with clear blue sky.
  • Map showing travel itinerary in France and Switzerland.
  • Panoramic view of a historic town with terracotta roofs.
  • Aerial view of Avignon, with historic buildings and the Rhone River.
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  • Pont du Gard, ancient Roman aqueduct in a green landscape.
  • Aerial view of Arles with the Roman Arena and the Rhone River.
  • Street view in Arles with old buildings and a small cafe.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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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 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Geneva to Lausanne

    Landmarks
    Lake Geneva
  2. Day 2

    Lausanne

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Lausanne old centre
    • Boat cruise on Lake Geneva
    • Visit to Château Chillon
    Landmarks
    Château Chillon
    Lake Geneva
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  3. Day 3

    Lausanne

    Included Activities

    • Train from Montreux to Gstaad
    • Cable car ride to Glacier 3000
    • Peak Walk by Tissot
    • Glacier Garden visit
    Landmarks
    Glacier 3000
    Gstaad
  4. Day 4

    Lausanne

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Gruyère and Maison Cailler (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Lausanne Cathedral
    Olympic Museum
  5. Day 5

    Lausanne to Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Lyon by Night (extra expense)
  6. Day 6

    Lyon

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Lyon
    • Visit to Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière

    Optional Activities

    • Guided bike tour of Lyon
    • Excursion to Pérouges (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  7. Day 7

    Mâcon

    Included Activities

    • Beaujolais wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Beaujolais Wine Region
  8. Day 8

    Tournon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournon

    Optional Activities

    • Guided hike through the local vineyards
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
  9. Day 9

    Viviers

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Viviers

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Chauvet Pont d'Arc (extra expense)
  10. Day 10

    Avignon

    Meals
    Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Avignon
    • Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale
    • Classical concert in Avignon

    Optional Activities

    • Canoeing excursion in Avignon
    • Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense)
    • Visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape with wine tasting (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Pont d'Avignon
    Pont du Gard
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  11. Day 11

    Arles

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Arles with arena visit

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense)
    • In the footsteps of Van Gogh: painting workshop (extra expense)
    • Provençal Soap Making Workshop (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Arles Amphitheatre
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  12. Day 12

    Arles to Nice

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    Breakfast
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    All staff very good at their jobs knowledgeable and bereaved to.please.
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    May 26th, 2026
    First river cruise we have taken as we are normally ocean cruisers. Pros: Food and service was better. Everything...
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    May 23rd, 2026
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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before September 22nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 22nd, 2026, a minimum payment of 100% is required to confirm your booking with Emerald Cruises. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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