About the tour
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Ends
Lyon, France
Lyon, France
Highlights
Christmas Traditions in Provence and the Rhône Valley
Beautiful, historic Les Baux-de-Provence
Discover local holiday traditions and food
Tour the Papal Palace
The Cité du Chocolat and the Maison Chapoutier wine cellar in Tain l'Hermitage (1)
Itinerary
Step into the heart of French holiday traditions on "A Christmas in Provence (port-to-port cruise)," a 5-day festive cruise starting and ending in Lyon. Sail through the enchanting cities of Avignon and Arles, discovering the magic of Provence’s unique Christmas customs—from the charming santons figurines in Paradou to the legendary 13 desserts that crown holiday feasts. This tour’s standout feature is its immersive blend of culture, local legends, and inspiring scenery, all experienced from the comfort of your ship during the most magical season of the year.
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MS Van Gogh
Completely renovated in 2018, this ship has been redesigned and refitted according to the new standards of the company and offers larger, bright and comfortable spaces. In terms of decoration, the colour combination of gray blue and orange creates a lot of style and elegance. In a nod to the artist whose name it takes, the ship showcases some of his famous paintings, including those from the Sunflowers series. The patterns of the fabrics as well as the dressing of the bar follow the techniques developed by Van Gogh: impressionism and pointillism. The two main common areas are located on the upper deck. At the front, the lounge / bar and at the back, the restaurant where all meals will be served during the cruise. The 20 cabins on the upper deck have French balconies and the 34 cabins on the main deck have windows. On the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, passengers can enjoy comfortable sun loungers, as well as a large shaded area.
MS Rhone Princess
The MS Rhône Princess sails on the Rhône and the Saône rivers, from Burgundy to Provence. Discover a region rich in culture, full of natural beauty and mouth-watering delicacies. You will find yourself in the heart of landscapes that are among the most beautiful and unspoiled in France. The MS Rhône Princess is an intimate-sized standard ship, measuring 110 meters long and 11,40 meters wide. It can accommodate 138 passengers, in 69 cabins spread over two decks. Each of them, comfortable and spacious, offers amenities and provides guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. The warm orange tones of the decoration, as well as the golden woodwork and ceilings, create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Located on the upper deck, the restaurant offers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large bay windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. The lounge bar with a dance floor is located on the same deck, while on the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, guests can enjoy comfortable sun loungers, as well as a large shaded area.
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