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Sensations of Lyon and Provence with Swiss Mountains 2027 - 12 Days (from Arles to Lausanne)

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From Arles to Lausanne
4.1 (39 reviews)
  • Chillon Castle beside a pristine lake under clear blue skies.
  • Map showing travel route across France, including Lausanne and Avignon.
  • Route map for a river and overland tour from Nice to Lausanne via Lyon and the Rhône.
  • A colorful square with terracotta-roofed buildings and outdoor seating.
  • Main square in Nice with a fountain, colorful buildings, and a clear blue sky.
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  • Ancient Roman amphitheater with a modern street beside it.
  • The Roman amphitheater in Arles with a clear sky.
  • An ancient Roman theater with ruins and surrounding trees on a sunny day.
  • The Palace of the Popes in Avignon with a blue sky overhead.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Nice to Arles

    Nice to Arles
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  3. Day 2

    Arles

    Arles
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome reception and dinner with fellow guests)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Arles with arena visit

    Optional Activities

    • In the footsteps of Van Gogh with a painting workshop (extra expense) - 3 hours, Moderate activity level
    • Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense) - 4 hours, Difficult/Active activity level
    • Lavender Distillery – from Field to Perfume (extra expense) - 3 hours, Easy activity level
    Landmarks
    Roman Amphitheatre of Arles
  4. Day 3

    Avignon

    Avignon
    Meals
    Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale on board - authentic dishes celebrating regional flavours with engagement from the chef)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Avignon
    • 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) - 4.5 hours, Easy activity level
    • Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting (extra expense) - 3.25 hours, Moderate activity level
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Pont d'Avignon
    Pont du Gard
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Viviers

    Viviers

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Viviers

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Chauvet Pont D'Arc (extra expense) - 2.5 hours, Moderate activity level
    Landmarks
    Maison des Chevaliers
  6. Day 5

    Tournon

    Tournon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tournon
    • Guided hike through the vineyards
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
  7. Day 6

    Mâcon

    Mâcon

    Included Activities

    • Beaujolais wine tasting
  8. Day 7

    Lyon

    Lyon

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lyon
    • Guided e-bike tour of Lyon

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Pérouges (extra expense) - 3.5 hours, Moderate activity level
    • Lyon by Night (extra expense) - 2 hours, Easy activity level
    Landmarks
    Fourvière Basilica
    Roman Theatre of Lyon
    Parc de la Tête d'Or
  9. Day 8

    Lyon to Lausanne

    Lyon to Lausanne
    Meals
    Breakfast
  10. Day 9

    Lausanne

    Lausanne

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lausanne
    • Visit to Chateau Chillon & Lake Geneva cruise
    Landmarks
    Château de Chillon
    Lake Geneva
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 10

    Lausanne

    Lausanne

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Gruyere & Maison Cailler (extra expense) - 7 hours, Moderate activity level
    Landmarks
    Lausanne Cathedral
    Olympic Museum
  12. Day 11

    Lausanne

    Lausanne

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic train from Montreux to Gstaad & visit to Glacier 3000
    Landmarks
    Gstaad
    Glacier 3000
  13. Day 12

    Lausanne

    Lausanne
    Meals
    Breakfast

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