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Grand Cruise of France

Join guests from around the world on an fifteen-day immersive experience across France – traversing the magnificent Seine, Rhône and Saone.

Get stuck into our meticulously-crafted itinerary – designed to bring guests through a selection of coveted attractions and UNESCO-awarded sites  – incorporating a variety of scenic landscapes, live performances and opportunities to explore independently.

Conducting you on this journey, are Riviera Travel’s finest: the MS Lord Byron and MS Jane Austen. Enjoy the wealth of comforts available from both these 5-star vessels as you make yourself at home in luxury for the duration of your getaway.

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  • Cruise Line: Riviera Travel
  • Ship: MS Lord Byron + 1 more
  • Duration: 15 Nights
  • Departure: Apr - Dec
AVG PER PERSON*
£3,349
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Grand Cruise of France Cruise Prices

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Apr 01, 2026
£3,349
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Apr 01, 2026
£3,349
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May 09, 2026
£4,049
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May 09, 2026
£4,049
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May 23, 2026
£4,299
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May 23, 2026
£4,299
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Jun 16, 2026
£4,649
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Jun 16, 2026
£4,649
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Jun 30, 2026
£4,199
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Jun 30, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026
£3,899
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Aug 21, 2026
£4,349
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Aug 21, 2026
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Sep 04, 2026
£4,549
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Sep 04, 2026
£4,549
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Sep 18, 2026
£4,399
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Sep 18, 2026
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Sep 18, 2026
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Sep 18, 2026
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Oct 02, 2026
£3,749
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Oct 02, 2026
£4,299
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Dec 14, 2026
£3,899
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Dec 14, 2026
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Apr 15, 2026
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Grand Cruise of France Cruise Itinerary

Spend fourteen nights adventuring on an action-packed itinerary designed to provide guests with an unforgettable experience in France. Enjoy guided tours, classic wine tastings, scenic sailings, live performances and a wealth of delicious meals along the way.

    Day 1

    Arrive in Avignon (EMBARK)

    Upon arriving in Avignon, board your ship to begin adventuring.

    Day 2

    Avignon

    Explore Avignon on an informative guided tour. Later, return to your ship for a live piano performance.

    Day 3

    Arles & Pont Du Gard

    Today begins with a guided tour of Arles. After lunch, we’ll continue on to the unforgettable Pont du Gard aqueduct.

    Day 4

    Ardeche Gorges / Tain l’Hermitage

    This morning, disembark for a guided tour of the Ardeche Gorges. After a relaxing afternoon on board before we arrive in Tain l’Hermitage for a picturesque visit. Back on board, your evening will conclude with a live ballroom dancing performance.

    Day 5

    Vienne

    Spend the morning at leisure as we sail through picturesque Rhone Valley. Later, we’ll arrive in Vienne.

    Day 6

    Chalon / Beaune

    Today presents the opportunity to embark on a spectacular tour of Beaune, with included wine tasting.

    Day 7

    Lyon

    Enjoy a spectacular guided tour of Lyon in the morning, leaving some free time to explore afterwards. This evening, enjoy a spectacular chef’s dinner.

    Day 8

    Lyon to Paris (DISEMBARK)

    Leave your ship behind and travel to Paris. Upon arrival, transfer to the MS Jane Austen for your cruise on the Seine.

    Day 9

    Les Andelys

    The day begins with a morning at leisure as we sail towards Les Andelys. Upon arrival, visit the spectacular Chateau Gaillard.

    Day 10

    Rouen

    Wake up for a guided tour of Rouen. After, enjoy an afternoon at leisure as we sail towards Caudebec-en-Caux for a visit. Your day concludes with a French guitarist’s performance on board.

    Day 11

    Bayeux / Arromanches or Taste of Normandy

    Today presents guests with two options: Tour of Bayeux and Normandy D-Day Beaches or the Taste of Normandy tour with visits to cider and cheese farms.

    Day 12

    Honfleur

    Start the day with a tour of Honfleur, before enjoying an afternoon at leisure towards Vernon.

    Day 13

    Giverny / Vernon

    Spend the morning in Giverny on a visit to Claude Moent’s house and garden. After lunch on board, we’ll continue on to Vernon for a delightful visit.

    Day 14

    Paris

    Your final day presents two options, join a panoramic guided tour of Paris or a guided walking tour of Ile de la Cite and Marais Quarter. Afterwards. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Paris and finish the day with an onboard accordionist performance on board.

    Day 15

    Return Home

    Disembark and begin journeying home.

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    Grand Cruise of France Cruise Deals

    Explore along the Seine, Rhone and Saone

    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Dec
    VISITING: Avignon (EMBARK) Avignon Arles & Ponts du Gard Ardeche Gorges / Tain l’Hermitage Vienne Chalon / Beaune Lyon Lyon to Paris (DISEMBARK) Les Andelys Rouen Bayeux / Arromanches or Taste of Normandy Honfleur Giverny / Vernon Paris Return Home
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,349
    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Oct
    VISITING: Avignon Arles / Pont Du Gard Ardèche Gorges / Tournon Vienne Beaune / Burgundy Lyon Return Home
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,559
    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Oct
    VISITING: Lyon Beaune Vienne / Tournon Ardèche Gorges Arles / Pont Du Gard Avignon Return Home
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,899
    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Aug
    VISITING: Avignon Arles & Ponts du Gard Ardèche Gorges & Chauvet Caves Vienne Beaune Lyon
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,899
    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Oct
    VISITING: Lyon Macon Chalon , Beaune & Burgundy Ardèche Gorges Avignon , Pont du Gard & Uzès Arles & Les Baux-de-Provence Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, Camargue & Ornithological Park Orange & Châteauneuf-du-Pape
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,949
    Riviera Travel
    Departure: Apr to Oct
    VISITING: Lyon Macon Chalon , Beaune & Burgundy Ardèche Gorges Avignon , Pont du Gard & Uzès Arles & Les Baux-de-Provence Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, Camargue & Ornithological Park Orange & Châteauneuf-du-Pape Return Home
    AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,949
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    Grand Cruise of France Cruise Review

    “This was an adventure from start to finish, and my wife and I had the time of our lives.”

    Madison Lychee, Peterborough

    Grand Cruise of France FAQ

    What's the maximum capacity of passengers aboard my ship?

    The magnificent MS Lord Byron and the MS Jane Austen both provide transportation for up to 140 passengers

    Will there be free time built into the itinerary?

    Yes, your Grand Cruise of France itinerary includes many opportunities to explore independently.

    What is included in the price of this cruise?

    Among other things, guests will enjoy daily breakfasts, coach travel as well as all excursions included in the price of their cruise.

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