Itinerary
- Day 1
Nice to Arles
You'll be picked up at Nice airport and driven to Arles where you board the Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening there's a welcome reception and dinner to meet other guests on the cruise.
- Day 2
Arles
Spend the day exploring Arles and its Roman history, including the Amphitheatre where chariot races once happened. You'll learn about Vincent van Gogh's connection to the city and see where he found his creative inspiration. After visiting a local olive farm, you have free time to walk around Arles on your own. Dinner tonight is a Provençal meal hosted by chef Fabien Morreale.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Arles with Olive farm visit
- Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale
Optional Activities
- In the footsteps of Van Gogh: painting workshop (extra expense)
- Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense)
- Provencal Cosmetics Workshop (extra expense)
- Provencal Soap Making Workshop (extra expense)
Landmarks Arles Amphitheatre 
- Day 3
Avignon
A guided walking tour takes you through Avignon to see its papal history and the Palais des Papes with its Gothic architecture. You can browse the local market, then explore the medieval fortified town during free time. Later you'll attend a classical concert, part of the EmeraldPLUS program.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Avignon with market visit
- Classical concert in Avignon
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion in Avignon
- Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense)
- Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting (extra expense)
Landmarks Palais des Papes 
- Day 4
Viviers
The ship arrives in Viviers, a medieval town where pastel buildings sit on narrow cobblestone streets. A guided walking tour shows you the old town and gives you a feel for the authentic French countryside.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Viviers
Optional Activities
- Visit to Chauvet Pont D'Arc (extra expense)
- Day 5
Tournon
As the ship sails down the Rhône toward Tournon, you'll see a 16th-century castle and old watchtowers from the water. You can choose between a guided tour of Tournon with wine tasting or take an active hike through the vineyards.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tournon with wine tasting
- Guided hike through the vineyards
- Day 6
Vienne
In Vienne, a guided walking tour shows you Roman and medieval monuments from the town's important past. Later back on the ship, there's a cheese and olive tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne
- Cheese and olive tasting on board
- Day 7
Lyon
You're in Lyon, one of France's largest cities and a former Roman capital. Choose between a guided walking tour that includes the Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviève or a guided bike tour if you prefer something more active. The city is also known for its Lyonnaise cuisine, so food is definitely worth experiencing here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tastes of Lyon
- Guided bike tour of Lyon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Pérouges (extra expense)
- Lyon by Night (extra expense)
Landmarks Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière 
- Day 8
Lyon to Airport
After breakfast you disembark the Star-Ship and transfer to the airport, ending your cruise down the Rhône with memories of French architecture and the river valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast
