Ultra-Luxury Spectacular South of France River Cruise

Day 1 – Lyon

Welcome to spectacular Lyon, France’s third largest city and one of its most culturally vibrant with a blend of fascinating history and a sophisticated dining and shopping scene. Upon arrival, transfer to Scenic Sapphire, where your friendly crew await to welcome you on board.

Day 2 – Chalon-sur-Saône

Perhaps wake up to a coffee delivered to your suite by your personal butler and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Crystal Dining as your Scenic Space-Ship cruises along the Saône River. You will be sailing towards Chalon-sur-Saône. An idyllic base for exploring the Burgundy wine region, Chalon-sur-Saône is a charming town with half-timbered houses and a magnificent Gothic cathedral just south of Beaune, often referred to as the epicentre for oenophiles.

Day 3 – Tournus

Your Scenic Space-Ship will depart Chalon-sur-Saône early this morning and sail to Tournus, a riverside town founded by the Romans, its dominating abbey a splendid example of Romanesque architecture.

Day 4 – Tournon

This morning your Space-Ship will arrive in Tournon, a hillside village with terraced vineyards, an enchanting castle dating back to the 10th century and quaint cobblestoned streets.

Day 5 – Avignon

This morning you’ll have time to relax on board as your Scenic Space-Ship cruises towards the city of Avignon in Provence. Known as the City of the Popes, Avignon is rich in history and astounding medieval architecture but has a youthful energy to it with a buzzing arts scene. The former 14th century papal capital is circled by city walls, home to the magnificent World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes (Pope’s Palace), one of the largest surviving Gothic palaces in Europe, and the remaining four arches of the famous Pont d’Avignon bridge, which was once the only way to cross the Rhône between Lyon and the Mediterranean Sea.

Day 6 – Avignon

Avignon is known as the gateway to Provence, a region blanketed in vineyards and lavender fields, rolling hills and historic villages. Today you will have the chance to explore more of this captivating part of southern France.

Day 7 – Arles

Wake up this morning in Arles, a city founded around 56BC by Julius Caesar that remains rich in Roman history and is thought to have the largest number of Roman ruins after The Eternal City itself. It was also home to Vincent Van Gogh in 1888, who drew inspiration from the landscape for a multitude of his paintings and drawings.

Day 8 – Viviers

This morning you will arrive in Viviers, often described as an open-air museum for its rich medieval heritage and architecture.

Day 9 – Cruising To Lyon

Enjoy watching a rolling tapestry of the Rhône River as you sail towards Lyon, the gastronomic heart of France, where you will arrive this evening. Soak up the uninterrupted vistas from your luxury suite, many of which have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge.

Day 10 – Lyon

Wake up this morning in Lyon. This fascinating city rivals Paris in the culinary stakes, was home to prestigious chef Paul Bocuse and the Lumiere brothers who invented the cinematograph, has a long history of silk production, and comprises ancient Roman ruins and fascinating subterranean passageways that date to the 4th century.

Day 11 – Lyon

Depart after a wonderful farewell breakfast. Lyon is the end of your cruise, but it will be the start of a lifetime of wonderful memories.

• 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 149 guests
• Join French cooking demonstrations in our exclusive on board cooking school, Scenic Culinaire
• Your choice of spacious Standard Suite, or a Balcony Suite with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
• Enjoy an exclusive acapella choir performance at the ornately decorated Trinity Chapel in Lyon
• Explore the rugged beauty of the Ardeche National Park and immerse yourself in the Caverne du Pont-D’Arc Museum
• Scenic Culinaire – for Exclusive on board cooking lessons
• Tailor your journey with a variety of Scenic Freechoice including Active, Your way excursions, Moments, Masters & Music activities and Interactive Encounters
• Personalise your trip with 29 included Scenic Freechoice activities
• Enjoy a choice of up to five on board dining experiences, from casual to fine dining
• 29 meals – 10 breakfasts (B), 9 lunches (L) and 10 dinners (D)
• Complimentary premium beverages all day, every day* – not just at meal times
• Butler service for every suite
• Complimentary full mini-bar restocked daily
• Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area
• The freedom of our e-bikes – electrically assisted bicycles
• Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
• Return airport transfers^
• All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore

• Price quoted per person sharing
• Subject to weather and operational conditions. Sightings cannot be guaranteed
• Flights on board Scenic two helicopters and submersible experiences are at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical
• approval and weather, ice and tidal conditions
• Spa treatments at additional cost
• All drinks on board, including those stocked in your mini bar, are included, except for a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, Champagnes and spirits.
• T&C’s Apply. Subject to availability