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Grand Seine & Rhone

Set sail along Seine and Rhone rivers on a magical two-week journey through captivating France – exploring an array of local delights and popular hotspots.

Join AmaWaterways on a fifteen-day, action packed itinerary – designed to guide you through a selection of France’s most stunning ports and appealing attractions. Enjoy a choice of tours, hikes, tastings and guided visits along the way.

Split your time between the AmaLyra and the AmaCello – luxury river vessels designed to seamlessly navigate French waters. From aboard, guests enjoy access to a variety of expansive social spaces and modern amenities, as well as generously-sized living quarters wrapped in classy decor.

  • Cruise Line: AmaWaterways
  • Ship: AmaLyra / AmaCello
  • Duration: 14 Nights
  • Departure: Jul - Nov
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Grand Seine & Rhone Itinerary

Spend fifteen days following this expertly-designed itinerary through France, adventuring through various beaches, castles, farms, UNESCO-protected sites and local hotspots along the way.

Day 1

Arrive in Paris

Welcome to France. Upon arriving in Paris, embark the AmaLyra to begin your extravagant cruising adventure.

Day 2

Les Andelys

Your first day sailing begins with a choice of three adventures:
Chateau Gaillard Tour (morning)
Chateau Gaillard hike (from the Seine)
Les Andelys bike tour
After your chosen excursion, return to your ship for an afternoon of leisurely sailing.

Day 3

Le Havre

This morning, venture to Honfleur for an excursion around the seaside town. This afternoon, you’ll choose between two more adventures:
Le Havre ‘UNESCO City of Architects’ tour
Bike Tour of Le Havre

Day 4

Le Havre > Caudebec-en-Caux

Today is packed full of opportunities to explore and learn. Choose between the included excursions on offer at each port:
Le Havre
Normandy US Landing Beaches
Normandy British and Canadian Landing Beaches
Full-day Pays d’Auge *incompatible with other excursions
Caudebec-en-Caux
Seine Museum

Day 5

Rouen

Join one of several excursions on offer today:
Medieval Rouen Walking Tour
Rouen Bike Tour
Tastes of Normandy
Afterwards, continue exploring on a ‘Legends of Chateau de Bonnemare’ castle visit.

Day 6

Vernon

Day 7

Paris

Welcome back to Paris. You may wish to join the:
‘City of Light’ guided bike and panoramic tour
Alternatively, venture to Auvers-Sur-Oise for one of three adventures:
Artist’s walk of Auvers-sur-Oise
Chateau de Malmaison tour
Bike Tour

Day 8

Paris > Dijon (SHIP CHANGEOVER)

Paris
Bid farewell to your crew aboard the AmaLyra and transfer to Dijon.
Dijon
Board the AmaCello. After lunch, you’re free to spend the rest of the day at leisure. Spend the afternoon settling in aboard or opt to explore Dijon independently.

Day 9

Chalon-sur-Saône > Tournus

Chalon-Sur-Saone
Begin the day with one of two events:
Historic City Tour
Beaune Excursion
Tournus
Afterwards, join your guide on one of two further adventures:
Bike from Chalon-Sur-Saone to Tounrus
Scenic cruising to Tournus
Chalonnaise wine tasting

Day 10

Tournus > Macon

Tournus
Join your guide on one of today’s unique adventures:
Tournus City Tour & Abbey
Chateau Cormatin
Medieval Brancion
Macon
Scenic cruising from Tournus to Macon
Maconnais Wine Tasting
Tournous-Macon Bike Tour

Day 11

Macon > Villefranche-sur-Saone

Split your day between another two ports, choosing between a list of promising adventures:
Macon
‘The South Burgundy City’ Macon Tour
Cluny Abbey Visit
Royal Monastery of Brou Visit
Bike Tour
Villefranche-sur-Saone
Scenic Cruising
Beaujolais Wine Tasting

Day 12

Lyon > Vienne

Begin your day in Lyon, before continuing your adventures into Vienne:
Lyon
‘France’s Culinary Capital’ City Tour
Vieux Lyon Walk and Tasting Tour
Lyon Bike Tour
Vienne
Vienne Walking Tour
Mount Pipet Hike
ViaRhona Bike Tour

Day 13

Viviers

After a morning of scenic cruising, choose which of Vivier’s various attractions you’d like to explore alongside your guide:
Viviers Walking Tour
Grignan truffle farm visit
Viviers hike
Bike Tour
After a day full of exploration, join an evening ‘Ghost Walk’ of Viviers.

Day 14

Avignon > Arles

Spilt your final day between Avignon and Arles:
Avignon
Walking tour and Papal Palace
Tastes of Avignon
Arles
Arles Walking Tour
Van Gogh walking tour
Arles bike tour

Day 15

Depart Arles

Bid farewell to your ship and begin journeying home.

GRAND SEINE & RHONE CRUISE SHIPS

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GRAND SEINE & RHONE RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Immerse yourself in a variety of unique adventures:

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Paris

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Grand Seine & Rhone

Enjoy the delights of France along the Seine and Rhone

AmaWaterways
Departure: Jul to Nov
VISITING: Paris Les Andelys Le Havre Le Havre / Caudebec-en-Caux Rouen Vernon Paris > Dijon (SHIP CHANGEOVER) Chalon-sur-Saône > Tournus Tournus > Macon Macon > Villefranche-sur-Saone Lyon > Vienne Viviers Avignon > Arles Arles (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Free FlightsOverseas TransfersSip & Sail Cocktail Hour
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AmaWaterways
Departure: Mar - Oct
VISITING: Paris Les Andelys Le Havre Le Havre / Caudebec-en-Caux Rouen Vernon Paris / Bordeaux Libourne Blaye / Bourg Cussac Fort Médoc Cadillac Bordeaux
BENEFITS: Free FlightsOverseas TransfersSip & Sail Cocktail Hour
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AmaWaterways
Departure: Mar to Oct
VISITING: Paris Mantes-La-Jolie – La Roche-Guyon Vernon Rouen – Caudebec-En-Caux Caudabec-En-Caux – Le Havre Le Havre
BENEFITS: Free FlightsOverseas TransfersSip & Sail Cocktail Hour
FROM £ 3,259 pp

Grand Seine & Rhone Cruise Review

“Every moment on this itinerary was well-thought out and full of choices. You could fit a lot into your day, or a little – depending on what you wanted.”

Donna White, Glossop

FAQS about the Grand Seine & Rhone

How many versions of this cruise are available?

As of right now, there are two itineraries available for this Grand Seine & Rhone cruise. Each includes the same fifteen-day cruising itinerary, with additional Pre and Post-Cruise stays available.

How many countries are included in this cruise?

This itinerary passes through France.

Is there a reverse cruise available?

No, as of right now there is no reverse itinerary available.

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