LYON & PROVENCE
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Lyon to Avignon Images clockwise from top left:
Palace of the Popes, Avignon; Van Gogh Cafe, Arles; Lavender, local market; French cheeses; Astronomical clock, Lyon
Day 5 Tournon and Viviers. What more spectacular way to discover the astonishing beauty of the deep gorges of the Ardèche Plateau than aboard a vintage steam train? Your included excursion on the Train de l’Ardèche takes you through deep gorges, past steep cliffs where you can view nature at its most dramatic. Lunch can be enjoyed back on board your ship as you cruise alongside picture-perfect scenery toward Viviers, where you arrive after dinner. Enjoy an evening stroll through the Old Town, with its enchanting medieval and Renaissance buildings.
Day 6 Arles. This morning visit Arles, the town beloved by Vincent van Gogh. The artist produced some of his finest works here and on your included
walking tour, you can visit some of the places featured in his paintings, including the yellow cafe. Arles is also home to some fascinating Roman ruins. Your included walking tour takes you to the vast 20,000-seat Les Arènes that once hosted gladiatorial battles, and Romanesque monuments, such as the Church of Saint-Trôphime.
Day 7 Avignon. Enjoy an included walking tour of Avignon, the ‘City of Popes’, which was home to seven popes in the 14th century. Explore the historic centre, taking time to stop at the famous Pont d’Avignon and walk along the Place de l’Horloge. Visit the Gothic Palace of the Popes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy a tour of its maze of palatial rooms. Take time to
further explore this lovely city on your own, or join an optional tour to the world-famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape winery, to learn about and sample this renowned wine.
Day 8 Avignon. After breakfast, we take you to Marseille airport for your return flight to the UK.
This itinerary is also available in the reverse direction. Port sequence, places visited, tours and times may vary or be different to those shown above.
From time to time the Sun Deck may be closed to allow the ship to pass under low bridges.
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