PRE & POST EXCURSIONS
WHAT'S INCLUDED
LYON & PROVENCE
8 day cruise with 7 guided tours
VIDEO: Lyon & Provence
3 NIGHTS - FROM $799 PER PERSON
VBe enchanted by the romance of France's capital. Stroll along the famed Champs-Elysees. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for a breathtaking view of the "City of Light," dine at a Parisian bistro or enjoy an evening at a cabaret. Three nights at the Le Merdien Etoile (or similar) and daily breakfasts are included along with the services of a dedicated Viking host.
1 Avignon We meet you at the Marseille airport
& take you to your ship*, free time
2 Arles Walking tour featuring Les Arenes amphitheater
a UNESCO Site; optional excursion to tour Arles
through the eyes of Van Gogh
3 Avignon Guided walk featuring Pont d'Avignon & guided
tour of Palace of the Popes, a UNESCO Site;
free time or optional Chateauneuf-du-Pape
winery tour
4 Viviers Guided walk through Old Town
Tournon Evening at leisure
5 Tournon Take a ride on the Train de l'Ardeche
Rhone River Scenic afternoon cruising
Vienne Walking tour featuring Temple of Augustus &
Livia
6 Lyon Tour of city, a UNESCO Site, with guided walk
through Vieux Lyon; free time
7 Macon Excursion to the Beaujolais wine region;
optional Cluny Abbey excursion
8 Lyon Transfer from port to the Amsterdam airport
3 NIGHTS - FROM $799 PER PERSON
Discover even more of southern France on the French Riveria. A city tour introduces you to the Mediterranean city of Nice; stroll through Old Town and its tree-lined boulevards During free time, relax on the famous beaches of the Cote d'Azur, or visit Cannes or legendary Monaco. Three nights at Le Meridien Nice (or similar), daily breakfasts, guided walking tour and all transfers are included along with the services of a dedicated Viking host.
DAY DESTINATION ACTIVITIES
On this 8 day itinerary you'll explore the history, culture, food and wines of some of France's most glorious regions, Provence and Beaujolais. discover the area's ancient Roman ruins, sample some fine wines and see why so many artists fell in love with the striking light and vibrant colors of southern France.
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