Win a Luxury 5-Star AmaWaterways River Cruise
Win an AmaWaterways Cruise
Win a Luxury 5-Star AmaWaterways River Cruise
Win an AmaWaterways Cruise
Embark on an exhilarating journey through the mesmerising Rhône and Saône rivers and delve into the fascinating history of France aboard your luxury cruise.
Visit Avignon and be awestruck by the magnificent Popes’ Palace. Unearth UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Arles and stop at the captivating Tarascon castle. See the breathtaking Ardèche Gorges and soak up the provincial charm of Tournon. Immerse yourself in the wine culture of Burgundy’s charming villages, or get lost in the mediaeval allure of Beaune.
Embrace this once-in-a-lifetime cruise through one of the most romantic countries in the world and experience adventure in its purest form on your Burgundy, the River Rhône and Provence River Cruise.
Cruise Line: Riviera Travel 
Ship: MS Lord Byron + 1 more 
Duration: 7 Nights 
Departure: Sep - Oct & Apr - Oct Embark on an exhilarating 8-day adventure across France and explore Avignon’s history, discover UNESCO sites, and journey through the Ardèche Gorges. Revel in vineyard views and explore Vienne. Taste delectable cuisine onboard and off-board your ship and partake in guided tours of the paragons of French architecture while your river cruise weaves you through an intricate tapestry of culture, beauty and history.
Transfer by coach to the ship in Avignon where the English-speaking crew will help you to your cabin. Settle into the ship and explore the decks as you please.
Enjoy breakfast with a stunning view of Avignon’s red-roofed skyline before embarking on a guided tour of Avignon. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore your surroundings.
Explore Arles on a guided tour. After lunch, visit the Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct. Cruise along the Rhône and pass the 15th-century Tarascon castle during dinner.
Explore Ardèche Gorges. Return to the ship in Le Pouzin. Relax on board in the afternoon before arriving in Tournon. Enjoy dinner aboard the ship.
Go on a guided tour of Vienne complete with free time for exploration. Enjoy a ballroom dancing performance with a chance to learn French madison line dance steps.
Enjoy a tour of Chalon, the gateway to Burgundy. Visit mediaeval Beaune. Embark on a tour and wine tasting at a traditional winemaker’s cellar.
Go on a guided tour of Lyon. Enjoy a free afternoon of further exploration or relaxation on the ship before having the Captain’s Dinner. After, enjoy a local pianist playing French songs.
After breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport or to the train station for your return journey.
Transfer by coach to the ship in Lyon where the English-speaking crew will help you to your cabin. Settle into the ship and explore the decks as you please.
Go on a guided tour of Lyon. Enjoy a free afternoon of further exploration or relaxation on the ship before having the Captain’s Dinner. After, enjoy a local pianist playing French songs.
Enjoy a tour of Chalon, the gateway to Burgundy. Visit mediaeval Beaune. Embark on a tour and wine tasting at a traditional winemaker’s cellar.
Go on a guided tour of Vienne complete with free time for exploration. Enjoy a ballroom dancing performance with a chance to learn French madison line dance steps.
Explore Ardèche Gorges. Return to the ship in Le Pouzin. Relax on board in the afternoon before arriving in Tournon. Enjoy dinner aboard the ship.
Explore Arles on a guided tour. After lunch, visit the Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct. Cruise along the Rhône and pass the 15th-century Tarascon castle during dinner.
Enjoy breakfast with a stunning view of Avignon’s red-roofed skyline before embarking on a guided tour of Avignon. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore your surroundings.
After breakfast, disembark the ship before transferring to the airport for your return flight or to Avignon for your high-speed rail journey home.
Luxuriate in the classic feel of a grand ocean-going liner aboard the MS Lord Byron, a ship that blends traditional style and elegance with advanced technology and 21st-century comfort. Dine, relax, exercise, or just watch the world go by.
140 Passengers 
Boutique Gift Shop 
Small Splash Pool 
Combining the style of the golden era of cruising with ground-breaking 21st-century innovations, the MS William Shakespeare is the river ship other cruise lines envy. Dine, exercise, relax, or socialise, always in style and always with a river view.
Whirlpool 
Brasserie and Bar 
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MS Lord Byron & MS William Shakespeare
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On this cruise, a wide variety of tours and explorations are available, alongside a wealth of free time wherein you can explore your surroundings further if you wish.
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