8 Day - French River Cruise - NO Single Supplement!

Day 1 Sat, 04 Apr Arrival Nice - Arles Embarkation (D)
You will be met at Nice airport and transferred to Arles, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting for you to board your luxurious Emerald Waterways Star-Ship. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception on board.

Day 2 Sun, 05 Apr Arles (B,L,D)
Revel in the glory of the Roman Empire today during an insightful visit to Arles, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman and Romanesque monuments of Arles and Arles Amphitheatre, a 2,000-year-old structure where spectators would have once gathered by the masses to watch superb chariot races. Enjoy learning about the time that Vincent van Gogh spent in the city, taking inspiration from his surroundings and using them to create many of his most iconic pieces of art, including the “Starry Night Over the Rhône”, before exploring Arles at leisure.
You’re Invited: A Provençal dinner hosted by Chef Fabien Morreale
EmeraldEXCURSION: A guided tour of Arles with arena visit
Discover More: Tour to Les Baux-de-Provence (extra expense)

Day 3 Mon, 06 Apr Avignon (B,L,D)
Avignon has a long and storied history, as this fortified town was once the residence of Popes who fled from Rome, hoping to escape from the political pressures of the Roman Empire. Embark on a guided walking tour of Avignon to witness its illustrious past, including the ornate Gothic exterior of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes, built by the Popes over two decades. This afternoon is yours to explore at leisure, perhaps crossing the 12th-century Stone Bridge.
EmeraldACTIVE: A canoeing excursion in Avignon
EmeraldEXCURSION: A guided tour of Avignon
Discover More: A guided tour to Pont du Gard (extra expense)
Discover More: A classical concert in Avignon (extra expense)

Day 4 Tue, 07 Apr Viviers (B,L,D)
A snapshot of quintessential France awaits your arrival in Viviers, a town that perfectly encapsulates the medieval days of the region. Pastel coloured buildings that have been gently faded by the sun line narrow cobblestone streets, and the heart of the old town is yours to explore today during a guided walking tour.
EmeraldEXCURSION: A guided tour of Viviers
Discover More: A guided tour of Grignan (extra expense)

Day 5 Wed, 08 Apr Tournon (B,L,D)
As we sail down the gently twisting Rhône and into Tournon, a 16th-century castle sits overlooking the village and a pair of ancient watchtowers can be seen adorning the surrounding rural landscape. Today, embark on a guided tour of Tournon to learn about its illustrious history and the culture of the people who call it home. If you would like to explore more of the region’s natural beauty, then you may instead choose to embark on an EmeraldACTIVE hike through some of the local vineyards. Later, a guided bike tour to Glun will touch on the French countryside and the lives of the people who live there.
You’re Invited: A regional wine lecture on board
EmeraldACTIVE: A guided bike tour to Glun
EmeraldACTIVE: A guided hike through the vineyards
EmeraldEXCURSION: A guided tour of Tournon

Day 6 Thu, 09 Apr Lyon (B,L,D)
As one of the largest cities in France and a former Roman capital, a lot of the most important moments in French history have taken place in Lyon. But, it’s Lyonnaise cuisine that has really put this city on the map, delighting gastronomists from around the world. Join your local guide for a walking tour of Lyon, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. If you are feeling more active, then you may instead choose to embark on a guided bike tour around Lyon, touching on its most prominent architectural wonders and moments from history.
EmeraldACTIVE: A guided bike tour of Lyon
EmeraldEXCURSION: A guided tour of Lyon
Discover More: Visit to Pérouges (extra expense)

Day 7 Fri, 10 Apr Chalon-sur-Saône – Beaune (B,L,D)
The birthplace of photography and the centre of Burgundy’s wine region is yours to discover today as you travel by road to the quaint village of Beaune. Stop to visit the Hospices de Beaune, one of the best-preserved examples of 15th-century French architecture and home to one of the most popular wine auctions in the country.
You’re Invited: A cheese and olive tasting on board
EmeraldEXCURSION: Visit the Hospices de Beaune

Day 8 Sat, 11 Apr Lyon (B)
After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of French architecture and sun-kissed surrounds with you.

4th April 2020

SAVE $1000 per person when you book by 31 August! Combinable with Early Payment Discount, Welcome Home Vouchers, Information Session Vouchers and Loyalty Benefits.

Usually 5,895 Per Person, NOW From $4,895 Per Person - Based on Emerald Single Stateroom

You can take a further $150 off – when you pay in full 6-8 Months in advance!

For prices on alternative departure dates, please call our friendly travel team on 1300 414 198.

The Emerald Liberte offers two Emerald Single Staterooms featuring picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. With their deluxe single bed, they provide excellent value for money for single guests.

• Picture window
• Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
• Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Telephone
• Safe for your valuables
• Individual climate control
• Flat screen TV and infotainment system
• Mini-fridge

Arrival and Departure Transfers
Airport transfers are included on the day of the tour's commencement and the day the tour terminates at designated times. Clients who have purchased pre and/or post tour accommodation with ourselves and airfares, will be provided with airport transfers to/from their hotel in tour start or end city only. If your airline booking is not made through us, you must ensure your flight details are provided by calling our Travel Team or adding flights via the Trip Personaliser. No refund will be given for unused transfers. Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. Clients who miss their pre booked transfer will be responsible for making their own way to from the ship or hotel at own expense. Transfers must be booked and flights advised to us by final payment date.