Rhône River Roaming with Riverside

Departure: October 16, 2027 — Lyon, France
Return: October 23, 2027 — Avignon, France
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Ship: Riverside Ravel
Group space: Limited cabins reserved — availability is limited

Enjoy a thoughtfully paced itinerary that balances guided exploration with relaxed luxury. Visit iconic wine regions, historic towns, and unforgettable cultural sites while cruising in luxury.

• Lyon: Start in France’s world-renowned culinary city with heritage architecture and local markets.
• Tain L’Hermitage: Heart of Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage wines.
• Viviers: Ancient village with panoramic views.
• Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Legendary wine region with tasting experiences.
• Avignon: Medieval city with the Palais des Papes and historic bridges.
• Arles & Rhône Delta: Historic Provençal city and scenic river cruising through the delta.

Customize your days with optional excursions such as vineyard tours, regional markets, or active pursuits like kayaking and e-biking.

Riverside Luxury Cruises is a rising leader in luxury river travel, with service and experiences that distinguish it in the industry:

• Award-winning luxury cruise line with recognized excellence from travel industry authorities.
• All-suite accommodations with spacious, elegant design and panoramic views.
• Exceptional culinary program featuring locally inspired menus and wine pairings.
• High crew-to-guest ratio for attentive, personalized service- there is a butler and room attendant for every suite!
• Guest-driven itinerary options with flexible daily excursions.
• Five dining options onboard, with open dining times.

Riverside’s approach blends refined comfort, cultural immersion, and gastronomic discovery in a way that resonates with travelers who value quality and thoughtful design.

Our ships are entirely all-suite, offering guests spacious accommodations that feel more like boutique hotel rooms than traditional cruise cabins. Every suite includes thoughtful touches, elegant design, and the kind of quiet comfort that allows travelers to truly unwind.

Service at Riverside is not just attentive; it’s intuitive. Each guest is paired with a dedicated butler who ensures every detail is handled with care—from unpacking and in-suite dining to thoughtful evening preparations, like having your preferences anticipated before you even ask.

Dining aboard Riverside is central to the journey, with a culinary program inspired by the regions we sail through—highlighting seasonal ingredients and regional traditions—an approach recently recognized with our 2026 Wave Award nomination for Best River Cruise Line for Onboard Cuisine.

• Luxury accommodations aboard Riverside Ravel
• Daily gourmet meals inspired by regional cuisine
• Wine tastings and curated wine-focused experiences
• Flexible excursion choices through Riverside Choice
• Scenic cruising through the Rhône Delta
• Transfers on the day of embarkation and disembarkation for every guest
• €150 On Board Credit per suite, as a thank you for booking with me!

Riverside provides flexible packages for everyone!

Their most popular package is the Premium All-Inclusive Including Excursions. What does this include? (hint: pretty much everything)

• Meals of your choice in all restaurants and bars
• Dinner at the Atelier
• Dinner at the Bistro
• Cakes, Waffles & Ice Cream
• Premium beverage package including Premium Wine, Cocktails, Spirits and French Champagne
• Pre-selected Excursions for each port, meaning YOU pre-select YOUR excursions through your online account- they don't pre-select for you (available 90 days prior to sailing)
• Minibar
• Free WiFi
• Room Service*
• Port and Service Charge as well as VAT
• Pre-paid gratuities

*Room Service will be included 24hrs.

Suites start at $5640 per person for this package.

Cabins for this group departure are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Early reservations ensure the best selection of staterooms. Secure your spot now and join a small group of fellow wine lovers for an unforgettable journey through southern France.