BASIC - Rendez-Vous on the Rhone (LUNA)
Basic info
Duration of tour
6 days / 5 nights
Company
A-Rosa
Price from
30 114 Kč
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The perfect setting for a date: a city full of winding streets and Renaissance facades, watched over by a magnificent basilica. The Saône and the Rhône meet in Lyon before setting off on a shared journey - to the Mediterranean. You have the opportunity to join them. The sun sets into the river while you sip Côte du Rhône. Medieval Vivers awaits you, as does Ardéche, which adds a special element to the atmosphere: magical caves dug into the limestone reaching a depth of 300 m. Above ground, the halls of the monumental Papal Palace await you in beautiful Avignon, while in Arles you can choose from sunny spots in romantic corners. But no fairy tale is complete without white horses, and here they are - in the wild Camargue!
All cruises are international, meaning that all materials such as menus, radio announcements, etc. are in English. Likewise, excursions are available with English-speaking guides and the staff on board speak English (mostly German).
Avignon - you've probably heard of the famous bridge from the song - this bridge really exists, or at least part of it: wars and floods reduced the original 22 arches of the bridge to 4. In 1660, after another flood, the bridge was abandoned. Apart from the bridge, you will probably be most pleased with Avignon's palaces, wine and culture. The Papal Palace is monumentally impressive, especially in the evening when it is illuminated.
Provence - literally, savoir-vivre means "knowing how to live". And the people of Provence know a lot about the good life. Surrounded by gnarled olive trees, lavender fields with purple hues and vineyards that produce the best red wines, it is a place to relax and enjoy life. Regional specialties include white nougat from Montélimar, candied fruit from Apt and the famous truffles from the Vaucluse mountains.
Arles - Night Café, Café Terrace at Night and the Trinquetaille Bridge in Arles – these are just three of the many works by Vincent van Gogh that capture Arles at its most beautiful. However, Van Gogh was not the only famous name to admire the city. It was already a thriving metropolis during the Roman Empire, and in the 4th century, Emperor Constantine the Great chose Arles as his residence. Today, Arles is a unique blend of modern urban development and historical monuments. The inhabitants seem to be enjoying life to the fullest, between the past and the present. This relaxed and pleasant atmosphere is one of the hallmarks of a cruise on the Saône and Rhône.
Carriage
Parking in Lyon
You can park your car at the Parkhaus Park Berthelot. Reservations are required and a special form must be filled out - we will be happy to fill it out for you free of charge or you can fill it out here: https://en.lrc.fr/parking Embarkation starts at 3:00 PM. Please park above the pier and unload your luggage. Please note that local authorities do not allow vehicles to park directly in front of the ship, so please park above the berth, bring your luggage on board and check in at reception. Then proceed to the car park:
LPA Berthelot
99 rue de Marseille
F-69007 Lyon
France
The maximum dimensions of the car are 5.10 m x 1.90 m.
Park your car on parking decks 7 or 8. You are then kindly asked to walk back to the ship, which will take approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
On the morning of your disembarkation, an A-ROSA employee will take you to the car park where you will collect your car.
Parking prices:
- 5 - 7 nights 120 EUR
- 9 nights 145 EUR
- 14 nights 170 EUR
However, the most convenient way to get to Lyon from the Czech Republic is by plane. We will be happy to send you a quote for flight prices on request, please contact us.
Eco-label - Please note that from January 2017, all cars entering the low-emission zone in Lyon must have a "Crit'Air" low-emission zone sticker. This sticker is available for €5.60, plus postage, and can be purchased here: www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/cs/demande For more information, please visit the following websites: https://uk.france.fr/cs/holiday-prep/driving-france-0 .
We recommend ordering the stamp no later than 10 days before the cruise - the stamp will arrive at the specified address by mail!
Itinerary
| Day | Place | Arrival | Departure | |
| 1 | Lyon | - | 18:00 | |
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What a city! Everyone should see Lyon if they have the opportunity. With its old town – a UNESCO Word Heritage Site – its narrow alleyways, rear courtyards, popular quays and large squares on the Presqu’île, as well as the more than 200 sights that are illuminated after dark, this city takes visitors on an extraordinary journey through different eras and cultures. And right on its doorstep, to the north-west, is Beaujolais. | |||
| 1 | Panoramic passage through Lyon's old town | 18:01 | - | |
| The Ijsselmeer is an inland lake that was created by diking the Wadden Sea and the Zuiderzee bay. This is where you’ll find the lovely little town of Hoorn – make sure you explore it during your cruise along the northern Rhine. | ||||
| 2 | Viviers | 10:00 | 19:00 | |
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This small medieval city in the Ardèche region is absolutely unmissable. It boasts numerous sights and is dotted with well-preserved monuments from bygone ages. Here in the Rhône region, the typical French attitude to life is also very apparent. Watch France’s history come alive in Viviers, and enjoy the diverse range of attractions that the city has to offer. | |||
| 3 | Arles | 03:30 | 14:00 | |
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Arles in southern France is the Provençal city par excellence. This sun-drenched city of terracotta-tiled rooftops occupies a broad bend in the River Rhône. Many of its monuments have named UNESCO World Heritage Sites. What’s more, Arles was once a great Roman port. As if all that weren’t reason enough to visit, the city was also home to Vincent van Gogh for a while. Did you know that? | |||
| 3 | Avignon | 18:00 | - | |
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Avignon is one of the most popular ports of call on A-ROSA’s Rhône cruises. It is an imposing, historic city in southern France that was home to several of the Catholic popes at one time. Make sure to visit the unique and unmissable Palais des Papes on an excursion to Avignon’s ancient quarter. The city and the surrounding region have a warm climate thanks to the Mediterranean – which means a pleasant stay for you! | |||
| 4 | Avignon | - | 12:00 | |
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Avignon is one of the most popular ports of call on A-ROSA’s Rhône cruises. It is an imposing, historic city in southern France that was home to several of the Catholic popes at one time. Make sure to visit the unique and unmissable Palais des Papes on an excursion to Avignon’s ancient quarter. The city and the surrounding region have a warm climate thanks to the Mediterranean – which means a pleasant stay for you! | |||
| 5 | Vienne | 09:00 | 09:30 | |
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The multifaceted Vienne was once an important Roman city and, thanks to its location on the Rhône, the gateway to the heart of France. A number of ancient buildings from this period can still be seen today. For example, there is a Roman theatre, which is still used for events such as the summer jazz festival. There is also a very well preserved Roman temple in Vienne, surrounded by an impressive portico. | |||
| 5 | Lyon | 13:00 | - | |
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What a city! Everyone should see Lyon if they have the opportunity. With its old town – a UNESCO Word Heritage Site – its narrow alleyways, rear courtyards, popular quays and large squares on the Presqu’île, as well as the more than 200 sights that are illuminated after dark, this city takes visitors on an extraordinary journey through different eras and cultures. And right on its doorstep, to the north-west, is Beaujolais. | |||
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What a city! Everyone should see Lyon if they have the opportunity. With its old town – a UNESCO Word Heritage Site – its narrow alleyways, rear courtyards, popular quays and large squares on the Presqu’île, as well as the more than 200 sights that are illuminated after dark, this city takes visitors on an extraordinary journey through different eras and cultures. And right on its doorstep, to the north-west, is Beaujolais. | |||
Dates and prices
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18.10.2026 - 23.10.2026 BASIC
| 27 600 Kč | 2lůžková vnější kajuta 14,5 C m2 (obsazení 2 os.) | Detail kajuty Demand |
| 30 114 Kč | 2lůžková vnější kajuta 14,5 D m2 (obsazení 2 os.) | Detail kajuty Demand |
Price includes
BASIC Fullboard:
Full board: varied breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet with live cooking and afternoon tea, kids club on family cruises and on the A-ROSA SENA all year round, entertainment programme (valid for cruises of 7 nights or more), use of water stations (Danube, France and A-ROSA SENA), free A-ROSA App with a range of cruise information, free use of on-board facilities such as sauna and fitness (sauna not available on A-ROSA ALEA and CLEA), port fees, cabin number will be assigned on board
Price does not include
transportation to the embarkation point, other optional excursions, extra services on board (e.g. massages), travel insurance, personal expenses
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Ship
Services aboard
BASIC - FULL BOARD
A-ROSA BASIC full board is the perfect alternative for more spontaneous A-ROSA guests who are flexible in their choice of dates and itineraries.
This tariff offers the following:
Full board plus: Rich breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet, snack on boarding, coffee and tea hour (A‑ROSA ALVA, A‑ROSA ALEA and A‑ROSA CLEA: main courses are served at the table)
Varied daily entertainment on board
Free use of on-board facilities such as sauna and fitness center (sauna not available on A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA)
Free choice of date, ship, route and cabin category
Port charges
A-ROSA BASIC full board is only available on selected cruises with limited availability. Your cabin number will be given to you on board.
Apartments, special offers on A-ROSA cruises, A-ROSA packages and other benefits such as early booking discounts or children traveling free are not available for the BASIC tariff.
This tariff does not offer 100% discounts for children under 15, discounts for early bookings, the option of a single cabin or the option of choosing a category and cabin number.