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River Cruise

Romantic Rhône

2026

River Cruise

Romantic Rhone

Romantic Rhône

Embark on a cruise along the Rhône River in France aboard the MS Van Gogh. Visit quaint French towns and cities along the way including Lyon, Arles and Avignon.

Lyon return
7 Days River Cruise

Itinerary

To view the itinerary's day-by-day details, simply click on your preferred day from the interactive list. Discover daily activities, special experiences and insider local tips that make your journey a memorable one.

Lyon to Lyon

7 days / 6 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Lyon

Day 2

Lyon, Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or

Insider Experiences

Day 3

Tain L’Hermitage, Avignon

Enhance Your Journey

Day 4

Avignon, Arles

Day 5

Arles

Enhance Your Journey

Day 6

Viviers

Enhance Your Journey

Day 7

Disembark Ship, Depart Lyon

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Cruise Stay (no. of nights)
Coach/Vehicle

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Six nights on the MS Van Gogh
17 meals – 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners
Explore six towns, villages and cities
Services of Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
Beer, wine and soft drink with lunch and dinner on board, plus tea, coffee and water
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Savour fine French cuisine during dinner at Paul Bocuse’s L’Abbaye de Collonges
Tour Avignon, including a visit to the remarkable Palace of the Popes

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Pan Fried Foie Gras on plate with garnish

French Gastronomic Experience at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges

Delight in an authentic French meal at Paul Bocuse’s Abbaye de Collonges. Discover the innovative and unique approach to cuisine that Paul Bocuse was renowned for, earning himself three Michelin stars. Taste exceptional dishes reflecting the gourmet chef’s love for fresh, high-quality ingredients, all meticulously prepared by world-class chefs. Accompanied by a spectacular setting, this experience is sure to tantalise your tastebuds.

View of Viviers from the towns high point. Viviers is a commune in the department of Ardèche in southern France. It is a small walled city situated on the bank of the Rhône River.

Explore Viviers

Explore Viviers, a town dating to the 12th century, featuring buildings with ornate carvings.

Avignon excursion

Be dazzled by Avignon on an excursion that includes a visit to the Palace of the Popes, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.

What's On Board

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Salon-Bar du paquebot de croisière le Van Gogh en mars 2018.

Cruise Aboard the MS Van Gogh

Traverse the romantic landscapes of the Rhône River in comfort aboard the MS Van Gogh. Relish time in stylish public areas include the Sun Deck equipped with sun loungers, and the spacious main lounge and bar. Indulge in regional dishes at the superb onboard restaurant.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.

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The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

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Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.

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Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...

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Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

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Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights not included unless specified

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