8 days tour

Lyon & Provence Avignon To Lyon

Lyon & Provence Avignon To Lyon

This tour includes:

Transport

Viking Cruise Ship Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Meals

7 breakfasts 6 lunches 7 dinners

Guide

Guide included

Others

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) Visits to UNESCO Sites Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water Port taxes & fees

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation on board cruise ship

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Optional tour to Chรขteauneuf-du-Pape

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Itinerary of your trip Lyon & Provence Avignon To Lyon

  • Day 1 Day 1: Avignon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Avignon, France

      Fly to Marseille. Transfer from the airport to your ship, docked in Avignon.* After boarding, take free time to explore this quaint town on the scenic Rhรดne River, or join our โ€œwelcome walkโ€ to stretch your legs and get oriented. (D)


      * Ground transfers are included with Viking Air purchase.


  • Day 2 Day 2: Arles, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Arles, France

      Disembark after breakfast and take a walking tour of Arles with its diverse architectural highlights. Experience the cityโ€™s vibrant colors and striking quality of light that have inspired artists. Arles is also the site of some impressive Roman ruins, including Les Arรจnes, an arena that seats 20,000 and is still in use, as well as Romanesque monuments such as the Church of Saint-Trรดphime, completed in the 15th century. Your afternoon is free to explore Arles on your own. Dinner is served as you depart for Avignon this evening. (B, L, D)



  • Day 3 Day 3: Avignon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Avignon, France

      This morning, set out on a guided walk of Avignon, nicknamed the โ€œCity of Popesโ€ because it was home to seven popes from 1309 to 1377. Stroll through the historic center, stop at the picturesque Pont dโ€™Avignon and walk the Place de lโ€™Horloge. Continue to the renowned Palace of the Popes for a guided tour through this rambling maze of Gothic architecture that served as papal residence, fortress, church and palace. After the tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure exploring Avignon. You can join the optional tour to Chรขteauneuf-du-Pape, visiting the vineyards and tasting the famous wine. This evening, enjoy dinner on board your ship as we depart for Viviers. (B, L, D)



  • Day 4 Day 4: Viviers, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Viviers, France

      This morning join a walking tour of Viviersโ€™ Old Town with its medieval and Renaissance buildings. Once a 5th-century Roman settlement, today the cobblestone streets are dominated by the 12th-century St. Vincent Cathedral. This afternoon, we set sail to Tournon. (B, L, D)



  • Day 5 Day 5: Tournon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Tournon, France

      Board the Train de lโ€™Ardรจche this morning for a locomotive ride through the deep gorges of the Ardรจche plateau, cut by the Doux River. Return to your ship and enjoy lunch on board as we cruise past dramatic landscapes. Arrive in Vienne this afternoon, a beautiful town with an ancient Roman past. Visit the Temple of Augustus and Livia, the Roman amphitheater and the Gothic Cathedral of St. Maurice on a walking tour before dinner on board the ship. We remain docked in Vienne this evening. (B, L, D)



  • Day 6 Day 6: Lyon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Lyon, France

      After breakfast, disembark in Lyon for a tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin with a drive to the top of Fourviรจre Hill for amazing views of the city. Continue with a guided visit to the Basilica of Notre Dame and drive through town past the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral and the Palace of Justice. Then take a walking tour through the cobblestone streets of Vieux Lyon (Old Town), with free time to shop for souvenirs or sample some of the fine French cuisine for which Lyon is world-famous. Your ship remains docked overnight. (B, L, D)



  • Day 7 Day 7: Lyon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Lyon, France

      After breakfast, take a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Beaujolais, where viticultural tradition runs deep. See the legendary Moulin-ร -Vent, the windmill that gives its name to one of the most prestigious wines of the region, learn about the art of winemaking in a small museum and enjoy a tasting in one of Beaujolaisโ€™s famous cellars. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. As always, your Program Director can help you plan your free time. (B, L, D)



  • Day 8 Day 8: Lyon, France
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Lyon, France

      After breakfast, disembark and proceed to the Lyon airport for your return flight.* Or, extend your time in France with three exciting nights in Paris, one of the worldโ€™s most romantic cities. (B)


      * Ground transfers are included with Viking Air purchase.


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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