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Rhône Route Rendez-Vous 2026

6 days
Start and end in Lyon
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 174
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lyon

    You'll arrive in Lyon and have until 18:00 to get the lay of the land in this UNESCO World Heritage city. Wander through the old town's narrow alleyways and rear courtyards, then walk along the popular quays before heading to the ship for your cruise departure.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Embarkation snack), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic passage through Lyon's old town

    Optional Activities

    • Explore UNESCO World Heritage old town independently
    • Visit illuminated sights around the city
    • Explore Beaujolais wine region
    Landmarks
    Old Town of Lyon
    Presqu'île District
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  2. Day 2

    Viviers

    The ship brings you to Viviers, a small medieval city in the Ardèche region. Spend your day checking out the well-preserved monuments and historic sights scattered throughout town. You'll get a real sense of how the French approach life in this Rhône region gem before the 19:00 departure.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore medieval Viviers independently
    • Visit well-preserved monuments from bygone ages
    • Discover historic sights throughout the city
    Landmarks
    Viviers
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  3. Day 3

    Avignon

    An early morning arrival gets you to Arles, where terracotta-tiled rooftops and Roman heritage define the Provençal landscape. Later you'll travel to Avignon and see the historic Palais des Papes. The imposing ancient quarter in this Mediterranean-warmed city is yours to explore before evening.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Arles old town and Roman sites
    • Visit UNESCO World Heritage monuments in Arles
    • Follow Vincent van Gogh's connection to Arles
    • Visit Palais des Papes in Avignon
    • Explore Avignon's ancient quarter
    Landmarks
    Arles
    Palais des Papes
    Avignon Old Town
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  4. Day 4

    Avignon

    You have a full day in Avignon at your own pace. The papal palace and ancient quarter are there for you to wander through and discover on your schedule. By noon you'll need to head back to the ship for the 12:00 departure.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Palais des Papes
    • Explore Avignon's ancient quarter
    • Discover the historic city independently
    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Avignon Old Town
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  5. Day 5

    Lyon

    The morning brings a brief stop in Vienne where you can see the Roman theatre and ancient temples from its important past. From there you'll continue upriver to Lyon for the afternoon, giving you another chance to explore this UNESCO World Heritage city before evening.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Roman theatre in Vienne
    • See Roman temple with impressive portico
    • Explore Vienne's ancient Roman buildings
    • Explore Lyon's old town
    • Visit illuminated sights around Lyon
    Landmarks
    Vienne
    Roman Theatre of Vienne
    Old Town of Lyon
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  6. Day 6

    Lyon

    This final full day in Lyon lets you take in the UNESCO World Heritage old town at a relaxed pace. Check out the over 200 illuminated sights after dark, and if you're interested in wine, the nearby Beaujolais wine region is within reach before your cruise ends.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore UNESCO World Heritage old town
    • Visit illuminated sights throughout the city
    • Discover Beaujolais wine region
    • Enjoy fine food and wine experiences
    Landmarks
    Old Town of Lyon
    Beaujolais
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Number of tours

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2 to 99 years old

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A-ROSA Ship

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    Capacity
    Built
    2005
    Guests
    174
    Crew
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    125.8m
    Width
    11.4m
    Suites
    86
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    Registry
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