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Riviera Cruise on the MS Thomas Hardy

Burgundy and Provence, France

September 5-12, 2026

Experience the ultimate Rhône River cruise on an 8-day journey from Lyon to Avignon. This luxury package includes guided tours of Arles, wine tastings in Beaune, and the stunning Ardèche Gorges.

Highlights:

Free all-inclusive drinks package

7 nights on board a five-star ship

11 included experiences

Full board dining

Complimentary on-board tea & coffee

Free Wi-Fi

Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Cruise Host

All port charges

All additional taxes

Additional Notes:

Not included:
Airfare, gratuities, optional sightseeing, pre and post hotel stay.

Bonuses:
$150 off if deposit received by December 5, 2025.
$500 off per person air credit, or hotel stay, if air is purchased through Riviera Travel.
Deposit is non refundable, however, name change are allowed until 30 days prior to departure.

Starting at

$3,299

per person.

Prices are per person in USD based on double occupancy in a lower deck cabin and don’t include airfare or transfers.

There is a non refundable deposit of $300USD per person to hold your space with final payment at 101 days prior to departure.

Trip Details

Day 1 – Arrival in Lyon 
Begin the adventure as you board our five-star ship in Lyon. 

Day 2 – Lyon 
Enjoy a guided tour of Lyon in the morning, before we start our cruise heading north on the Saône in the afternoon.  

Day 3 – Beaune 
Awake in Chalon, from where we drive through the pretty villages of the Burgundy to Beaune to see the Hôtel-Dieu on a guided tour.  

Day 4 – Vienne & Tain l’Hermitage 
Visit Vienne, then sail through a beautiful section of the Rhône Valley towards Tain l’Hermitage, where we enjoy a wine-tasting. 

Day 5 – Ardèche Gorges 
Cruise downstream before we tour the naturally beautiful Ardèche Gorges. 

Day 6 – Arles & Pont du Gard 
Take a guided tour of Arles, seeing its Roman remains or learning about Van Gogh before visiting the Pont du Gard aqueduct. 

Day 7 – Avignon 
Explore Avignon on a guided tour, including the stunning Pope’s Palace or opt for a petit train tour, before free time to explore. 

Day 8 – Return home 
It’s time to say goodbye to your crew and start the journey home. 

Note: Space is limited, cabin selection is on request.