Saone River Cruises
Rising above Dijon, the Saone River descends towards Lyon, passing through several charming little towns just before it flows into the Rhone. Visit Beaune, famous for its medieval architecture, and take advantage of numerous hiking trails offering beautiful views of the river and countryside.
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Monty • traveled in June
The tour was great However when the departure was changed to Port St.Louis from Martigues I was told there was no transport from Marseilles airport and had to take a taxi to Port St.Louis at my cost.On arriving at the boat I was told that a bus was provided to take passengers from Martigues to Port St Louis.You could have informed me of this and I could have taken a taxi to Martigues and paid half the price especially as it was a bank holiday.I would expect some compensation on this issue. i have not written to Croisi Europe about this matter . Hope to receive an answer soon, Monty Levinrad
The gateway to Provence, the Camargue, the Rhône and the Saône (port-to-port cruise)
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Charming towns like Tournus and Mâcon line the scenic Saône through Burgundy's wine country. Local cheese tastings, ancient monasteries, and hidden gems of southern Burgundy emerge from your floating boutique hotel.
Duration 8 days Destinations Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Trevoux, Lyon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Pont du Gard, Chateauneuf du Pape, Arles Age Range Ages 8+ Ship Avalon Poetry II River RhoneSaone Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,699+$231 upfront costs
Scenic paths along the Saône River invite cycling from your luxury ship base. Historic towers, Marc Seguin footbridge, and charming riverside villages complement full-board amenities and expert guidance.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Cluny, Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Avignon, Tain-l’Hermitage, Chateauneuf du Pape, Arles, TarasconSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Ship Amadeus Provence River RhoneSaone Operator Terranova Touristik From
- US$4,679
Duration 8 days Destinations Arles, Avignon, Pont du Gard, Viviers, Tain-l’Hermitage, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Macon, Lyon Age Range Ages 8+ Ship Avalon Poetry II River RhoneSaone Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,699+$252 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Cluny, Beaujolais, Chalon sur Saone, Beaune, Tournus, Avignon, Pont du Gard, UzèsSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Ship Amadeus Provence River RhoneSaone Operator Lueftner Cruises From $1,663
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Duration 12 days Destinations French Riviera, Nice, Aix-En-Provence, Arles, Avignon, Pont du Gard, Chateauneuf du Pape, Viviers, Tain-l’Hermitage, Tournon-sur-RhoneSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Ship Avalon Poetry II River RhoneSaone Operator Avalon Waterways From
15% Off- US$6,747+$252 upfront costs
Duration 18 days Destinations Arles, Avignon, Chateauneuf du Pape, Viviers, Tain-l’Hermitage, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Macon, Lyon, Paris, VernonSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ River RhoneSaone Operator Avalon Waterways From
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Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Paris for Wine Lovers (Northbound) 2027
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Duration 10 days Destinations Arles, Avignon, Chateauneuf du Pape, Viviers, Tain-l’Hermitage, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Macon, Lyon, Beaujolais, Paris Age Range Ages 8+ Ship Avalon Poetry II River RhoneSaone Operator Avalon Waterways From
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