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Europe’s Enchanting French Rivers in 2026

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $2000 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Onboard Beverages, Daily River Cruise Excursions, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $2000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | October 2026

Book By 30 November 2024

Set Sail on 9 October 2026

Product Code: MC-33433

Europe’s Enchanting French Rivers in 2026

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $2000 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Onboard Beverages, Daily River Cruise Excursions, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $2000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | October 2026

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Economy flights to Paris returning from Nice

BONUS 3 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Paris at your leisure
BONUS Scenic rail journey from Paris to Lyon to embark your river cruise

11 Day Lyon, Provençal Rhône & the Camargue River Cruise Onboard MS Lord Byron in an Emerald Deck Stateroom
Explore the scenic Rhône & Saône Rivers as you sail through southern France
Enjoy an overnight stay onboard in Lyon

Captain’s welcome dinner onboard
Exceptional regionally inspired dining onboard
Deluxe drinks package
Fascinating daily excursions with knowledgeable local guides
Complimentary onboard wifi
Onboard all port taxes & charges
Expert cruise director & concierge

Guided tours including Cluny Abbey, Beaune, Lyon, Avignon, Uzès, Arles, Orange and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Explore historic sites including the Camargue and the Ornithological Park of Pont de Gau, the Pont du Gard and the Ardèche Gorges
Wine tastings in Mâcon and Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and Olive Oil farm visit at Les Baux-de-Provence

BONUS Scenic rail journey from Lyon to Nice
BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore Nice; home to the French Riviera

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Paris, France

Welcome to Paris, the city of light and the global centre of art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture. Famed for its 19th–century architecture, Paris is home to some of the most formidable and renowned structures in the world, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Enjoy a 3-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Paris - Lyon, France

Enjoy a scenic rail journey from Paris to Lyon today through the French countryside. Embark your 11 day French river cruise sailing onboard Riviera Travel’s MS Lord Byron from Lyon today.

 
Macon, France

Welcome to Macon, located in the Burgundy region of east-central France. Home to art, history and unique architecture, highlights include former 17th-century convent Musée des Ursulines, centuries-old house La Maison de Bois and Église Saint-Pierre, a Romanesque church.

 
Chalon & Beaune, France

Welcome to Chalon. Brimming with culture, this city is your gateway to the Burgundy region, plus it’s home to Nicéphore Niépce, the inventor of photography! Nearby is medieval Beaune, Burgundy’s wine capital and one of the most picturesque walled towns in the region.  

 
Lyon, France

Welcome to Lyon, where the Rhone and Saone rivers meet. As you explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, be sure to take in the countless lively cafes, monuments and the prized Place des Terreaux.

 
Ardèche Gorges, France

Welcome to the Ardèche Gorges! Today, take a scenic drive through this gorgeous natural wonder. Sheer limestone cliffs plunge almost 1000 feet to the river’s blue waters which elegantly snake their way through stupendous rock formations, creating marvellous views at every turn.  

 
Avignon, Pont du Gard, & Uzes, France

Welcome to Avignon. Known as ‘The City of Popes’, this enchanting town is bursting with history, music and art. Make sure you visit the Pope’s Palace, the largest Gothic palace in the world. Later, sail by the incredible Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct, one of the most impressive Roman constructions. Finally, continue to Uzes, a charming city known for its local produce and bustling textile markets.  

 
Arles & Les Baux- de-Provence, France

Welcome to Arles. Vincent Van Gogh once lived in this picturesque town, producing some of his most famous works, including The Night Café and Sunflowers, here. Learn more about Arles’ storied history on a guided tour of the city’s well-preserved Roman ruins. Later, drive to the village of Les Baux-de-Provence, where you can delight in wandering its cobbled streets and visit an authentic olive oil farm.  

 
Port - Saint - Louis du Rhone, Camargue & Ornithological Park, France

Today, glide into Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, located between the river and the sea, and surrounded by the unique wilderness of the Camargue. With its remote Mediterranean beaches and grassy dunes, this area is known for its wildlife, including wild horses, black bulls and birdlife. Visit the Ornithological Park of Pont de Gau to learn more about the colonies of bird species who have made their home here.  

 
Orange & Chateauneuf - du Pape, France

Welcome to the Rhone Valley! Take a scenic drive through the vineyard-draped landscape, arriving in the Roman city of Orange. Here, you’ll visit two unmissable UNESCO monuments: the mighty Triumphal Arch and the world’s best preserved ancient Roman Theatre. Then, head to the Provencal village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a delectable wine tasting.  

 
Lyon, France

Lyon, where the Rhone and Saone rivers meet. As you explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, be sure to take in the countless lively cafes, monuments, and the prized Place des Terreaux. Enjoy an overnight onboard stay to explore this charming city. 

 
Nice, France

Disembark MS Lord Byron in Lyon and take a scenic rail journey to Nice today. With its hilltop lookouts, glamourous restaurants and beautiful beaches, this seaside resort is the French Riviera at its finest. If you can pry yourself away from the beach, be sure to explore the boutiques, markets and creperies of Old Town, or venture to Monaco to live large for an afternoon. Enjoy a 2-night hotels stay to explore this exclusive region of France.

 
Nice, France

Farewell Europe as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 9 October 2026

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Emerald Deck Cabin - Low Deckview stateroom

Upgrade to Ruby Deck Cabin - Mid Deck from $2699 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to French Balcony Diamond Deck Cabin - High Deck from $3499 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

Product Code: MC-33433

From $9,990 *pp
Valued at $10990
Book By 30 November 2024

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Europe’s Enchanting French Rivers in 2026


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Nights 15

Adults 2

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Departure Point Sydney

Preferred Departure Date 09-10-2026

Cabin Type Emerald Deck Cabin - Low Deck


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