Itinerary
- Day 1
Nice
You'll arrive in Nice and head to your hotel in the city center for a 3-night stay. Get settled into your centrally located accommodations on the French Riviera, and take some time to get your bearings before exploring the area.
- Day 2
Monaco and Monte Carlo
Travel to Monaco this morning to see how the jet set lives. You'll get a guided tour through Monaco and Monte Carlo, learning about the famous Grand Prix track and the history behind this glamorous city. There's plenty to see between the casino, the harbor, and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Included Activities
- City tour of Monaco and Monte Carlo
Landmarks Monaco Grand Prix Circuit Monte Carlo Casino - Day 3
Nice
Spend a relaxed day by the seaside with flexibility to do what interests you. Your tour director is available if you want help planning activities. There's an optional trip to Saint-Paul de Vence, a charming hilltop village, if you're interested in something more structured that day.
Optional Activities
- Visit to Saint-Paul de Vence (extra expense)
Landmarks Saint-Paul de Vence - Day 4
Nice to Arles
After breakfast, you'll transfer to the Emerald Cruises Star-Ship waiting in Arles. Once on board, the captain and crew welcome you with a proper introduction. Settle into your cabin, then head to dinner to meet fellow travelers and start your river journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner on board)
- Day 5
Arles
This morning explores Arles' Roman past with a visit to the 2,000-year-old amphitheatre and UNESCO sites. You'll learn about Van Gogh's connection to the city and the scenes that inspired 'Starry Night Over the Rhone'. The day includes a guided tour, an olive farm visit, free time to wander, and optional dining choices.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Arles with Olive farm visit
Optional Activities
- In the footsteps of Van Gogh: painting workshop (extra expense)
- Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense)
- Provencal Cosmetics Workshop (extra expense)
- Provencal Soap Making Workshop (extra expense)
Landmarks Arles Amphitheatre Les Baux de Provence - Day 6
Avignon
Avignon is next, where Popes lived for over a century in the 1300s. You'll walk through the UNESCO-listed Palais des Papes during a guided tour and check out the local market. By evening, settle in for a classical concert performance to cap off the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Avignon with market visit
- Classical concert in Avignon
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion in Avignon
- Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense)
- Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting (extra expense)
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont du Gard Châteauneuf-du-Pape 
- Day 7
Viviers
The ship brings you to Viviers, a medieval town with pastel-colored buildings and narrow cobbled streets. You'll walk through the heart of the Old Town with a guide who'll explain the architecture and history of this picturesque place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Viviers
Optional Activities
- Visit to Chauvet Pont D'Arc (extra expense)
Landmarks Chauvet Pont d'Arc - Day 8
Tournon
You'll sail down the Rhone to Tournon, where a 16th-century castle and old watchtowers overlook the water. There's a guided walk through town with wine tasting included, or if you prefer something active, you can choose a guided hike through the nearby vineyards instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tournon with wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Guided hike through the vineyards
Landmarks Tournon Castle - Day 9
Vienne
Vienne offers a walking tour of this historically important Rhone-Alpes city with roots in both Gallic and Roman times. You'll see Roman and medieval structures throughout the town, then return to the ship for cheese and olive tasting on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Cheese and olive tasting on board)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne
- Day 10
Lyon
Lyon is one of France's largest cities and was once the Roman capital. You can join a walking tour to see the UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviere or take a guided bike tour to cover more ground and see major architectural landmarks. The day includes a 'Tastes of Lyon' experience and an optional Beaujolais wine tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tastes of Lyon
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour of Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges (extra expense)
- Lyon by Night (extra expense)
Landmarks Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière Pérouges - Day 11
Lyon to Airport
After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to your travel companions and disembark from the Star-Ship for your airport transfer. You're leaving with memories of French architecture and the vineyards that line the Rhone valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast
