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12 Night Nice to Paris and Sensations of Lyon and Provence Cruise and Land Tour from Nice
Ship: Emerald Liberte
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed: Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025 from Nice, France
Ended: Monday, Sep 1, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025
departure of the Emerald Liberte. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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Located on the French Riviera in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, Nice is blessed with a sunny temperate climate. This famous destination has been attracting visitors from around the world for decades. Included is a three-night stay in Nice.
Day 2 - Thursday - Aug 21, 2025
Nice, France
Bus Travel
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Bus Travel
Nice, France
Nice, the capital of the Cote d'Azur, is beautifully curved round the Bay of Angels, desirable and as lively as you like. In the morning enjoy free time to explore on own, and in the afternoon we will take you to Monte Carlo for a guided tour, where you will learn about the jet set life in Monaco.
Day 3 - Friday - Aug 22, 2025
Nice, France
Today enjoy your day at leisure in Nice; your tour director is at your service to help you plan your day in this vibrant city.; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Cannes & Grasse (extra expense)
Day 4 - Saturday - Aug 23, 2025
Nice, France
Bus Travel
Cruise Begins
Arles, France
You will be met at the airport in Nice and transferred to the Emerald Liberte Luxury ship in Arles where you will be welcomed by your captain and crew. Tonight, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner onboard.
Day 5 - Sunday - Aug 24, 2025
Arles, France
Join your local guide for a walking tour showcasing the highlights of the city, in particular, the 2,000-year-old Roman Amphitheatre still in use today, which was originally built to hold 20,000 spectators in the style of the Colosseum in Rome.; EmeraldPLUS: Provencale dinner hosted by local Chef Fabien Morreale; DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Les Baux-de-Provence (extra expense)
Day 6 - Monday - Aug 25, 2025
Avignon, France
Avignon has a rich history from Celtic beginnings to being the residence of the popes and later central to the French Revolution. Although a fortified town, it is the Papal Palace which stands more secure on a hill in the centre of town; its walls are 17-18 feet thick. Your guided walk with a local guide takes you through this historic centre strolling the cobbled laneways and browsing the shops, overlooking the famous Pont d'Avignon.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided active hike in Avignon; EmeraldACTIVE: Yoga lesson onboard; DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Pont du Gard (extra expense)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Aug 26, 2025
Viviers, France
Arrive in Viviers, a town which still has a lot of flare. Viviers is also the home of one of France's oldest cathedrals. Join an included city tour exploring all the architectural heritage of this quaint town.; EmeraldPLUS: Cheese and olive tasting onboard; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Grignan (extra expense)
Day 8 - Wednesday - Aug 27, 2025
Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
Join your local guide for a walking tour of Tournon, which is dominated by the 16th-century castle and Roman ruins, and is nestled in the valley near the steep slopes of the Massif Central, France's 3rd-largest mountain range. The area has a long tradition in winemaking, including the renowned wine growing centre of Tain-l'Hermitage across the river.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided active walk through vineyards; EmeraldPLUS: Regional wine taste onboard; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided bike tour to Glun
Day 9 - Thursday - Aug 28, 2025
Lyon, France
Lyon is France's third-largest city, a former Roman capital positioned at the conference of the Rhone and Saone rivers, which is steeped in history. Today take part on the guided tour of Lyon, which starts with a drive to the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Lyon's hilltop church, with stunning views over the town. Then pass by the recently re-discovered Roman amphitheatre and walk through the cobbled streets of the gastronomic old town including the secret laneways. Alternatively, join a guided bike tour of Lyon.; EmeraldACTIVE: Guided Bike Tour; DiscoverMORE: Tour to Perouges (extra expense)
Day 10 - Friday - Aug 29, 2025
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Bus Travel
Beaune, France
Bus Travel
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Chalon-Sur-Saone is best known as the birthplace of photography and the centre of Burgundy's wine region. Travel by road to the quaint village of Beaune, where we visit the Hospices de Beaune, one of the finest examples of French fifteenth-century architecture. Marvel at the multicoloured roofs of this former hospital, now a museum, which has become one of the symbols of Burgundy.
Day 11 - Saturday - Aug 30, 2025
Lyon, France
Cruise Ends
Train Travel
Paris, France
After breakfast disembark your river cruise ship in Lyon and transfer by train to Paris, the city of light. This exuberant city is also known as the city of love, for its romantic atmosphere. Stroll through the boulevards, passing by the bridges to the Eiffel Tower as it lights up at night. Included is a two-night stay in Paris.
Day 12 - Sunday - Aug 31, 2025
Paris, France
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Paris on a guided tour that passes by landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the Arc de Triomphe. Continue exploring on a Seine River cruise that ends at the iconic Eiffel Tower.; DiscoverMORE: Retro Tour Ride of Paris (extra expense)
Day 13 - Monday - Sep 1, 2025
Paris, France
After breakfast transfer to airport for your onward or homebound flight.
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