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Luxury Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta

  • 8 April 2027
  • 3 Nights
  • From 1,819 Per Person
  • Riverside Ravel
Cruise the majestic Rhône Delta on an ultra-luxury journey and enjoy 4 exquisite days of sublime scenery in Southern France, beginning in Avignon.

From its glacial source in the Swiss Alps to its final rush into the sea, the Rhône River courses over 500 miles, finally dividing and creating Western Europe’s largest river delta. This ultra-luxury Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta will see you on board the luxurious ship Riverside Ravel. You will start your journey in Avignon, where you will see the monumental Palace of the Popes, one of the largest and most important medieval buildings in Europe.

Along the way, you will explore Arles, surrounded by some of Europe’s prettiest natural parks, and famous for its thermal baths dating back to the 4th century. Arles is also where Van Gogh was most inspired, and the Van Gogh Pedestrian Path shows the likely spots where the artist painted many of his masterpieces.

In Tarascon, visit the imposing 15th-century fortress, whose dungeons once held French Revolution prisoners, and an inviting Old Town with a fascinating Jewish quarter, Baroque Town Hall, and bustling market squares.

Talk to the JWT Cruises team to book your place on this fabulous Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta.

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Luxury Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta

Cruise the majestic Rhône Delta on an ultra-luxury journey and enjoy 4 exquisite days of sublime scenery in Southern France, beginning in Avignon.

From its glacial source in the Swiss Alps to its final rush into the sea, the Rhône River courses over 500 miles, finally dividing and creating Western Europe’s largest river delta. This ultra-luxury Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta will see you on board the luxurious ship Riverside Ravel. You will start your journey in Avignon, where you will see the monumental Palace of the Popes, one of the largest and most important medieval buildings in Europe.

Along the way, you will explore Arles, surrounded by some of Europe’s prettiest natural parks, and famous for its thermal baths dating back to the 4th century. Arles is also where Van Gogh was most inspired, and the Van Gogh Pedestrian Path shows the likely spots where the artist painted many of his masterpieces.

In Tarascon, visit the imposing 15th-century fortress, whose dungeons once held French Revolution prisoners, and an inviting Old Town with a fascinating Jewish quarter, Baroque Town Hall, and bustling market squares.

Talk to the JWT Cruises team to book your place on this fabulous Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta.

Itinerary

Scenes of Southern France river cruise with Rhône Delta Itinerary

Day 1, 3, 4 – Avignon

While other cities boast they emerged from great battles or great commerce, Avignon arose from…great laziness! The ancient walled city’s claim to fame, the awe-inspiring Pope’s Palace, one of Europe’s largest and most important medieval structures, all came into being when the Archbishop of Bordeaux didn’t want to travel to Rome for his papal consecration. Instead, he had himself crowned in Lyon and built a palace in Avignon. Other highlights include the pretty Old Town as well as St. Bénezet Bridge, inspiration of the famous song, Sur le pont d’Avignon.

Day 1, 2 – Arles

Surrounded by some of Europe’s prettiest natural parks, the Pearl of Provence is one history-packed little city. From a Roman Empire-era port hub, it evolved into a thriving city during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Highlights include the prominent, two-tiered Roman Amphitheater; the thermal baths dating back to the 4th century; and the Church of St. Trophime pilgrimage site. Arles is also where Van Gogh was most inspired—and the Van Gogh Pedestrian Path shows the likely spots where the artist painted many of his masterpieces.

Day 2 – Rhone Delta

We will enjoy delightful evening drinks on the Sun Deck (weather permitting) as your ship moves quietly through the spellbinding Rhône Delta.

Day 3 – Tarascon

Tarascon is certainly colorful, its very origin story tells of a mighty water dragon that terrorized river traffic in the 1st century. With a beginning like that, any visit is bound to be interesting! The city is home to an imposing 15th-century fortress, whose dungeons once held doomed French Revolution prisoners, and an inviting Old Town with a fascinating Jewish quarter, Baroque Town Hall, bustling market squares, and the half-Romanesque/half-Gothic St. Martha’s Collegiate Church, where tradition claims the Biblical figure Martha is buried.

OUR PREMIUM ALL-INCLUSIVE WITH EXCURSIONS PRICING INCLUDES:

  • All Suite accommodation with Butler Service and 24- hour room service
  • In Suite bar with a choice of alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Complimentary drinks throughout including fine wines, premium spirits and champagne
  • All Gratuities for our crew and tour guides ashore
  • All meals to include fine dining in a choice of dining venues, including The Bistro
  •  A wide choice of shore excursions in every port, including bike tours
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Fares are per person and include all taxes
  • Fares are based on cruise-only with transfers included and based on 2 sharing a suite on Premium All Inclusive with Excursions – other meal plan fare types are available on request
  • Subject to availability
  • T&C’s apply

 

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