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Active & Discovery on the Rhône with 2 Nights in Paris (Southbound) 2027

10 days
From Paris to Arles
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Paris

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Paris's classic shopping avenues
    • Visit literary cafés
    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
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  2. Day 2

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Paris's magnificent must-see sights
    • Guided Biking Tour of Paris including Eiffel Tower and Palace de la Concorde with a break on the Seine riverbanks
    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
    Palace de la Concorde
    Seine River
  3. Day 3

    Paris to Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Lyon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Urban Hike through Lyon's secret passageways (Traboules) exploring the city's 19th-century silk trade
    • Guided Culinary Walk through Lyon discovering architecture and local specialties
    • Cooking Class to learn to make a Lyonnaise specialty
  5. Day 5

    Tain l'Hermitage/Tournon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Excursion on a rail-bike along the descent of the Gorges du Doux for unique experience and panoramic views
    • Tour of the Valrhona Chocolate Factory and Museum
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Tournon including its imposing 16th-century castle
    • Cooking Demonstration to learn how to prepare a Lyonnaise treat while sailing to Viviers
    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
    Gorges du Doux
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Viviers to Avignon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Kayak Trip in the Gorges de l'Ardèche through the spectacular canyons
    • Guided Visit for underground Wine Tasting led by a Speleologist and oenologist
    • Visit to a traditional truffle farm with harvesting demonstration and truffle carpaccio and truffled toast tasting
    • Late afternoon Guided Walking Tour of Viviers to see its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town
    • Tasting of Local Specialties on board ship
    Landmarks
    Viviers Cathedral
    Gorges de l'Ardèche
    Lock Bollène
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Avignon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Kayak Excursion through the waters of Pont du Gard (the highest elevated Roman aqueduct)
    • Visit to an authentic Provençal farmhouse to see how essential oils are created
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Avignon including the 14th-century Palace of the Popes and local products tasting at Les Halles covered market
    • Free time exploring Avignon within the medieval walls
    • Guided Optional Tour of the wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Pont du Gard
    Palace of the Popes
    Les Halles
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Arles

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Hike through Val d'Enfer's white limestone rock formations
    • Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh and create your own painting
    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Arles including visit with a local bullfighter to learn about bullfighting secrets and traditions
    • Free time to shop, stroll, or relax in parks along Boulevard des Lices
    • On board live entertainment
    Landmarks
    Val d'Enfer
    Boulevard des Lices
  9. Day 9

    Port-Saint-Louis

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Bike Ride through Camargue Natural Park to spot over 400 bird species including pink flamingos
    • Guided Tour of an oyster farm for oyster tasting and learning about farming
    • Visit to a traditional black bull ranch in Camargue Regional Nature Park
    Landmarks
    Camargue Natural Park
    Rhône Delta
  10. Day 10

    Arles

    Meals
    Breakfast

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