10-Day Southern France Tour Packages

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• 10 Day Southern France River Cruise Itinerary, incl. Lyon and Avignon

  A luxurious 10-day Rhône River cruise connects 7 French cities from Lyon to Chalon-sur-Saône. Wander through Lyon's UNESCO-listed old town, follow Van Gogh's footsteps in Arles, and tour the papal palace in Avignon. The route winds through Beaujolais wine country and medieval Viviers, featuring daily meals with live-cooking stations aboard A-ROSA STELLA.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Lyon and Chalon-sur-Saône

    Embarkation starts at 4 PM in Lyon. Get to the UNESCO-listed old town (Vieux Lyon) by 2 PM to explore the traboules (hidden passageways) and enjoy lunch at a traditional bouchon. Your ship leaves at 6 PM for a scenic evening cruise past Lyon's lit-up landmarks. On Day 2 you'll reach Chalon-sur-Saône to explore Burgundy's wine region. Stop by the morning market at Place Saint-Vincent for local cheese and charcuterie.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Mâcon and Lyon

    You'll arrive in Mâcon early morning with time to visit the Beaujolais vineyards. Back in Lyon the Presqu'île district offers great nightlife. A recent visitor shared: "Don't miss the evening light show at Place des Terreaux – bring a light jacket as it gets cool by the river after sunset."

    
  • Days 5-6

    Viviers and Arles

    Wear good walking shoes to explore medieval Viviers and its hilltop cathedral. Arles lets you walk in Van Gogh's footsteps and see the spots that inspired his paintings. Visit the Roman amphitheater before 10 AM to beat the crowds. Keep in mind summer afternoons often hit above 85°F (30°C).

    
  • Days 7-8

    Port St. Louis and Avignon

    Take a morning trip to the Camargue to see flamingos and white horses in their natural habitat. In Avignon head to the Papal Palace right when it opens at 9 AM to avoid lines. The best photos of the famous bridge are from the public garden at sunset. Remember Les Halles market doesn't open Mondays.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Tournon and Return to Lyon

    The medieval castle and riverside vineyards await in Tournon. The ship docks close by so you can easily walk to wine tastings. You'll return to Lyon around 6 AM on the final day. Book a late afternoon flight to make the most of your last morning.

    

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• Wonderful France

  An elegant 9-day route winds through 8 cities, from Paris' Champs-Élysées to Monaco's Royal Palace. The itinerary features Lyon's Old Town, Saint-Tropez cruising, Arles' Roman theater, and the ancient Pont du Gard aqueduct, with 2-night stays in Paris and Avignon.

  

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  • Paris France

    40 mi

  • Giverny France

    208 mi

  • Beaune France

    87 mi

  • Lyon France

    157 mi

  • Aix-En-Provence France

    99 mi

  • Monaco Monaco

    53 mi

  • French Riviera France

    41 mi
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  • Saint-Paul-de-Vence France

    38 mi

  • Saint-Tropez France

    103 mi

  • Avignon France

    13 mi

  • Pont du Gard France

    19 mi

  • Arles France

    20 mi

  • Avignon France

    358 mi

  • Paris France

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• Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages with 2 Nights in Paris

  

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  • Paris France

    310 mi

  • Bordeaux France

    26 mi

  • Pauillac France

    5 mi

  • Cussac-Fort-Médoc France

    20 mi

  • Bordeaux France

    14 mi

  • Margaux France

    5 mi

  • Blaye France

    7 mi
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  • Bourg France

    46 mi

  • Cognac France

    55 mi

  • St Emilion France

    4 mi

  • Libourne France

    17 mi

  • Bordeaux France

    31 mi

  • Arcachon France

    31 mi

  • Bordeaux France

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