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Springtime Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)

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From Lyon to Nice
4.1
31 traveler reviews
  • A picturesque view of the Pont Saint-Bénézet.
  • Beautiful view of Lyon, France with a red bridge over the river.
  • Aerial view of Lyon, France with city buildings and the river.
  • Aerial view of Lyon, France with the Saône River and La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière.
  • Aerial view of Vienne, France with the Rhone River.
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  • Viviers Cathedral in Viviers, France.
  • View of Avignon, France with the Palais des Papes and river.
  • Panoramic view of Avignon, France with historic buildings and the river.
  • Amphitheatre in Arles, France, an ancient Roman structure.
  • Roman Theatre in Arles with an open-air seating area.
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Emerald Cruises
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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

    Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Lyon by Night
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  2. Day 2

    Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lyon
    • Visit to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviêre
    • Tastes of Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Guided bike tour of Lyon
    • Excursion to Pérouges
    Landmarks
    Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviêre
  3. Day 3

    Vienne

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Vienne

    Optional Activities

    • Cheese and olive tasting on board
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  4. Day 4

    Tournon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournon with wine tasting
    • Guided hike through the vineyards
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
  5. Day 5

    Viviers

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Viviers

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Chauvet Pont d'Arc (extra expense)
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  6. Day 6

    Avignon

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    Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Avignon with market visit
    • Canoeing excursion in Avignon
    • Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale
    • Classical concert in Avignon

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense)
    • Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Pont d'Avignon
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  7. Day 7

    Arles

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Arles with arena visit

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Les Baux de Provence
    • In the footsteps of Van Gogh: painting workshop
    • Provencal Soap Making Workshop
    • Olive Farm Visit
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  8. Day 8

    Departure from Nice

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    Breakfast
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