Top sightseeing destinations along the rhone river

TO P S I G H T S E E I N G D E S T I N AT I O N S A L O N G THE RHONE RIVER

FRANCE’S RHONE RIVER REGION Stretching from Switzerland to Southeastern France, the Rhone

River valley is one of Europe’s many jewels. The region features beautiful, historic countryside known for excellent food and

wine. With vibrant traditions and plenty of sightseeing opportunities, consider a relaxing river cruise down the Rhone, such

as the “Provence & Spain” river cruise from AmaWaterways.

BEAUJOLAIS REGION - W

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TRADITION

Praised internationally for its namesake wine, the Beaujolais region has also been coined Pays d’Or, or “land of the golden stones,” due to the ochre limestone that is present in the area. Join AmaWaterways for a tour of the best Beaujolais sights, including a visit to the hilltop village of Oingt for wine tasting. Known for its light red wines, the varietals of the Beaujolais region are made from handpicked Gamay grapes and have a flavor you won’t soon forget.

LYON - P LACE

A historic square located in the center of the city of Lyon, Place des Terreaux is lined with cafes and shops and bordered by other landmarks like the Opera House (Opera de Lyon) and the Fine Arts Museum (MusĂŠe des Beaux Arts de Lyon). Another tourist favorite is Fontaine Bartholdi, a 19th century fountain in the square that is beautifully lit up at night. Home to such prominent architecture, Place des Terreaux is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, meaning it has been honored for its importance to mankind.

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TERREAUX

LYON - A C

ULINARY

MASTERPIECE

Sample the edible delights to be found in Lyon. The city is known as the capital of French gastronomy. Thanks to close relations with the Romans throughout the Middle Ages, traditional Lyonnaise dishes combine fresh, indigenous regional produce with the culinary techniques of masterful Italian chefs. Of course, no gourmet meal is complete without a great glass of wine, and Lyon offers it all. You won’t find a bad meal in this town, with specialties like Lyonnaise potatoes or coq au vin.

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IVIERS

- RENAISSANCE V

A small medieval city, Viviers is situated up against the Rhone riverbank. Walking through Viviers you’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time.

Be sure to see the Cathedral of Saint-Vincent dating to the 12th century, as well as the ornamental House of the Chevaliers building with architecture from the 1500s.

This sleepy village also has an arched bridge that sprawls across the Rhone, which will look stunning in the background of your vacation snapshots.

ILLAGE

A V I G N O N – R E L I G I O U S H E R I TA G E After cruising down the Rhone to the banks of Avignon, your guided walking tour will visit the Papal Palace where seven popes once resided in the 1300s. Beyond its rich religious history, the Papal Palace also is known as one of the largest and most recognizable Gothic buildings in Europe. While docked in Avignon, AmaWaterways also offers the option to visit nearby Pont du Gard, an aqueduct that is a stunning example of ancient Roman engineering.

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PROVENCE - BEYOND RIVIERA

Catch a motorbus from your AmaWaterways cruise to the village of Les Baux. Perched high in the Alpilles Mountains near the French Riviera, the town’s terrain is a stunning contrast of rocky cliffs and verdant forests. Upon entering Les Baux, you’ll be welcomed by traditional cobblestone streets, laid-back cafes, and souvenir outlets, but the actual geography of its namesake village from afar is the most breathtaking site. The ruined stone city sits perched on a craggy hill and camouflages perfectly with the surrounding rock landscape.

CAMARGUE MARSHLAND: R

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R I V E R D E LTA

While traveling along, you’ll experience the vast Camargue Marshland where the Rhone River meets the Mediterranean Sea. Officially established as a nature reserve in 1970, the Camargue is home to many exotic animals like wild horses and flamingoes. Known as the “French Texas,” warm and flat Camargue is great when hiked, on horseback, or simply viewed from the relaxing balcony of your AmaWaterways river cruise.

C O N TA C T U S

AmaWaterways is an all-inclusive river cruise line offering vacations on the waterways of Europe, Africa, and Asia. The company was founded in 2002 and is one of river cruising’s pioneers, having introduced the modern-day river cruise concept to the market.

For more information about river cruises in the Rhone Valley and beyond, call 1-800-626-0126 or visit http://www.amawaterways.com/.