Lyon to Nice Tours
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- Idyllic Rhône 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
- Spectacular South of France with French Riviera
- Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2024|2025|2026 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
- Sensations of Lyon & Provence with Nice 2026
- Idyllic Rhône 2027
- Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2026|2027 - 11 Days (including Macon)
- Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2026 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
- Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
- Sensations of Lyon and Provence & Nice 2026|2027 - 11 Days (including Vienne)
- Springtime Sensations of Lyon & Provence 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Lyon to Nice)
Begin in Lyon aboard Scenic Sapphire, exploring France's culinary capital and hidden traboules. Journey through Beaujolais wine country, medieval Perouges, and Avignon's Papal Palace before concluding in coastal Nice, with luxury accommodations throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Perouges, Macon, Beaujolais, Cluny, Vienne, Saint-Romain, Viviers, Avignon, GrignanSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,560
17% Off- NZ$6,260You save $1,300
Duration 14 days Destinations Lyon, Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Avignon, Arles, Viviers, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $13,240
23% Off- NZ$10,240You save $3,000
Starting in Lyon at the UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, this river route flows through Beaune, Tournon, and Viviers. The path leads to Avignon's Palais des Papes, winding through Roman-rich Arles before reaching coastal Nice.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Beaune, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From
23% Off- NZ$13,202
Duration 11 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $15,951
44% Off- NZ$9,002You save $6,949
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Vienne, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Tarascon, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,710
17% Off- NZ$6,410You save $1,300
Duration 11 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $17,986
48% Off- NZ$9,297You save $8,688
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $13,898
50% Off- NZ$6,949You save $6,949
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $15,638
58% Off- NZ$6,601You save $9,036
Duration 11 days Destinations Lyon, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $16,298
44% Off- NZ$9,176You save $7,123
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Nice Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $14,942
50% Off- NZ$7,471You save $7,471
What our customers ask about Lyon to Nice Tours
What would be an example itinerary between Lyon and Nice?
An 8-day journey starts in Lyon where travelers explore the city's food scene and historic traboules. The next stops are Beaune with its famous Hospices and Mâcon's wine country. Moving south the route includes Vienne with its well-preserved Roman sites and the medieval town of Viviers. The final days focus on Avignon where visitors see the Papal Palace and Arles with its Roman amphitheater before ending in Nice. A TourRadar traveler shared "Each day brought new discoveries from Lyon's gastronomic delights to Avignon's papal history and Arles' Roman heritage - it was perfectly orchestrated."
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Lyon to Nice tour?
River cruise tours on this route cost between 8590 USD and 11590 USD per person with daily rates from 1074 USD to 1449 USD. The price covers luxury boat accommodation most meals guided tours and transfers to and from airports. A TourRadar traveler noted "While premium-priced the all-inclusive nature and luxury experience aboard these vessels make it excellent value for experiencing the best of southern France."
What's the most common destinations visited between Lyon and Nice?
The standard route stops at Mâcon Vienne Viviers Avignon and Arles before reaching Nice. Travelers can attend private concerts at the UNESCO World Heritage Palais des Papes in Avignon and walk through the ancient amphitheater in Arles where Van Gogh found inspiration. A TourRadar traveler highlighted that "visiting the medieval village of Viviers and seeing the Roman ruins in Arles were absolute highlights of the journey through Provence."
What are the average tour lengths for tours from Lyon to Nice?
Most tours run 8-10 days with 7 nights spent sailing the Rhône and Saône rivers before the final stop in Nice. Travelers stay on premium boats like the Scenic Sapphire or Emerald Liberté while visiting key French destinations. A TourRadar traveler noted "The 8-day journey through southern France was perfectly paced allowing enough time to explore each destination thoroughly while enjoying the comforts of river cruising."
What is the average distance covered on a tour from Lyon to Nice?
The route spans 470 kilometers (292 miles) across France's southern regions following the Rhône and Saône rivers through wine country and historic cities. A TourRadar traveler shared "The changing landscapes from the lush Burgundy vineyards to the sun-drenched hills of Provence made every mile of the journey spectacular."