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The Symphony of Gardens ¿ Cruise in the Rhône Valley (port-to-port cruise)
Cruise
LYON - TAIN L'HERMITAGE - AVIGNON - ARLES (2) - LA VOULTE - LYON
Embark on a unique cruise along the Rhône, celebrating nature, the art of gardens, and the landscapes of the South. You will discover remarkable gardens, rare botanical collections, and unusual landscape creations, blending terroir, plant poetry, and biodiversity. This cruise will take you through the terraced slopes of the Rhône Valley, the hills of Ardèche, the plains of Camargue, and the sun-drenched shores of Provence. Each stop promises its own share of wonder: enchanting water gardens, artistic plant creations, serene Zen and meditation gardens, exceptional botanical collections certified by the CCVS, and biodiversity havens shaped by climate change. Let yourself be carried by the river and by the inspiration of the passionate gardeners who craft these extraordinary places.
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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- A cruise celebrating nature, the art of gardens, and the landscapes of the South
- INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
- MUST-SEES :
- The Remarkable Garden of Saint-André Abbey – blending Mediterranean beauty, history, and timeless charm
- Between Provence and Languedoc, the exceptional garden of Château Pérouse – a unique natural panorama
- La Palette des Couleurs – a sensory and poetic garden, a living canvas of rare plants and flowers
- The art and harmony of natural energies at the Jardin de la Terre Pimprenelle
- The grand Lyon Botanical Garden, rich in plant species, and the Rosa Mir Garden, an artistic gem
CroisiEurope 50th Anniversary Gala Evening: anniversary dinner followed by a dance party
All inclusive on board
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Route
Discover your itinerary day by day
LYON
Boarding. Presentation of the crew and welcome cocktail.
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D1
TAIN L'HERMITAGE
Arrival in Tain l'Hermitage during the night.
Visit to the Petrified Fountains Garden.
Lunch on board.
Free time in Tain l'Hermitage.
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D2
AVIGNON - ARLES (2)
Arrival in Avignon during the night.
In the morning, visit the garden of Saint André Abbey.
Return on board for lunch.
Sail to Avignon.
Dinner on board. Evening entertainment.
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D3
ARLES (2) - LA VOULTE
In the morning, visit the gardens of Château Pérouse.
Return on board for lunch.
Afternoon sailing to La Voulte.
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D4
LA VOULTE
In the morning, visit the La Palette des Couleurs garden in Chabeuil.
Back on board for lunch.
In the afternoon, visit the garden of Terre Pimprenelle.
Dinner followed by a lively evening on board.
Night navigation towards Lyon.
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D5
LYON
In the morning, visit the Botanical Garden of Lyon(1).
Back on board for lunch.
In the afternoon, visit the Rosa Mir garden in Croix-Rousse.
Back on board. Gala night.
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D6
LYON
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
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D7
Included:What you need to know before your departure
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- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Ships
Several ships available for this cruiseMandatory information
FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip
For navigation safety reasons, the company and the ship’s captain are the sole authorities in deciding any modifications to the cruise itinerary.
(1) The Lyon Botanical Garden accepts a maximum of 50/55 people for guided tours (no guided tours available on Sundays). As a result, this day will be organized in two parts: Group A will visit the botanical garden in the morning and the Rosa Mir Garden in the afternoon; Group B will visit the Rosa Mir Garden in the morning and the botanical garden in the afternoon. It is also possible to replace the visit to the Rosa Mir Garden with free time (unguided) in the botanical garden. Guided tours are conducted exclusively by the botanical garden’s own guides.
(2) Depending on lock passages, the stop in Arles may be replaced by Avignon. Subject to availability at the time of booking confirmation.
Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health – drink responsibly.