RHÔNE & SAÔNE RIVERS
Palais des Papes, Avignon, France
Lyon to Arles Departing: April - October 2022 Day 1 UK – Lyon Return economy flights from one of up to 16 UK regional airports are included in the price of your holiday. Please call us to check if we can offer your local airport. If you’d prefer not to fly, return travel via Eurostar is available. On the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, Lyon can be found set across twin hills. Here, you will be met and transferred from the airport to the lush surrounds of the Emerald Liberté Star-Ship.
Lyon, France
Day 3 Lyon
Day 5 Viviers
France’s third-largest city, Lyon is a former Roman capital, steeped in history and considered to be the gastronomic heartbeat of the country and the home of traditional Lyonnaise cuisine.
Arrive in Viviers, a town with much Middle Age flair and home to one of France’s oldest cathedrals. Your included walking tour of Viviers will showcase some of its numerous listed monuments, along with their ornate windows and lavish façades.
Today, enjoy a guided tour of Lyon, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, part of the inscribed historic site of Lyon. Wander through the city and soak in its vividly illustrated history, as buildings from all time periods can be seen adorning narrow cobblestone streets. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour of Lyon. A silk presentation on board
Meals: Dinner
A guided bike tour
Day 2 Chalon-sur-Saône – Beaune Chalon-sur-Saône is known for its art and history. Today, you will have the opportunity to witness the areas architectural heritage and peaceful surrounds as you travel to the quaint village of Beaune and visit the Hospices de Beaune, originally a hospital for the poor, and now home to one of Burgundy’s most popular wine auctions.
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A guided tour of Lyon
A fishing class on the Rhône Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6 Avignon Your included walking tour of Avignon will take you past the ornate beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes, as well as Pont d’Avignon, an ancient stone bridge crossing the Rhône. This afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. This evening, return to your Star-Ship for a delightful Provençal dining experience, expertly prepared by Top Chef finalist, Fabien Morreale.
Excursion to Pérouges Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Day 4 Tournon The picturesque village of Tournon borders the gently meandering Rhône, dominated by a 16th-century castle that overlooks the village and a number of iconic landmarks, including a set of ancient watchtowers. Your guided tour of the village will showcase its intangible cultural heritage, granting every opportunity for you to immerse yourself in your surroundings. Alternatively, embark on an
EmeraldACTIVE hike through some of the local vineyards. Visit the former almshouse in Beaune, founded by Nicolas Rolin in 1443. Once a hospital for the poor, notice the shimmering colours of the exquisite roof.
A guided tour of Viviers
Finalist of the French culinary programme, Top Chef, Fabien Morreale will be joining us on board for a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience, celebrating authentic Provençal cuisine.
Later, a guided bike tour to Glun will showcase rural life in the French countryside.
A canoeing excursion in Avignon A guided tour of Avignon
A regional wine tasting on board
Guided tour of the Pont du Gard
A guided bike tour to Glun
A cheese and olive tasting on board
Classical concert
A guided hike through the vineyards
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
A guided tour of Tournon
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
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