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Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2026|2027

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From Lyon to Nice
4.1
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  • Beautiful coastal view, likely in Nice, with boats and vibrant houses.
  • Simplified map illustrating a travel route through southern France from Nice to Mâcon along the Rhône and Saône rivers.
  • Scenic view of Nice harbor with colorful buildings
  • Aerial view of an amphitheater in Arles, France
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Emerald Cruises
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
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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

    Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Lyon by Night tour
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  2. Day 2

    Lyon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lyon with cheese tasting
    • Guided bike tour of Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Pérouges
    Landmarks
    Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  3. Day 3

    Lyon to Macon

    Included Activities

    • Beaujolais wine tasting
  4. Day 4

    Tournon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournon
    • Guided hike through the vineyards
  5. Day 5

    Viviers

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Viviers

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Chauvet Pont d'Arc
  6. Day 6

    Avignon

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

    Included Activities

    • Tour to Lavender Fields
    • 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
    • Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Pont du Gard
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  7. Day 7

    Arles

    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
    Landmarks
    Arles Amphitheatre
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  8. Day 8

    Arles to Nice

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  9. Day 9

    Monaco and Monte Carlo

    Included Activities

    • A city tour of Monaco and Monte Carlo
    Landmarks
    Prince's Palace of Monaco
  10. Day 10

    Nice

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Saint Paul de Vence (extra expense)
  11. Day 11

    Departure from Nice

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    All staff very good at their jobs knowledgeable and bereaved to.please.
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    May 14th, 2026
    Very nice cruise on the Danube. Efficient and helpful staff. Visited many nice places.
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