Rhone River
£499pp—French river cruise, w/drinks (exc flights)
Aurora Johnson
Deal Expert
Admire rolling scenery, discover historic towns, and enjoy onboard activities
Why We Love This Deal
This Member Days offer ends at 11:59pm on Monday, 10 August.
Take a serene trip through Provence on the Rhone River, with all meals and drinks covered. This sailing already represents exceptional value at £594 per person—we would normally expect something like this to sell for hundreds more. Travelzoo Club Members get an additional £95 off as part of Member Days and pay £499 per person.
Flights are not included, but we found direct return flights to Lyon from £58, so you could get flights and this cruise from £557 per person**.
What's included
- A 5-night river cruise aboard MS Mistral or MS Rhone Princess, in a Main deck 2 Beds Cat C Cabin
- All-inclusive board, covering all meals and drinks
- Welcome cocktail and gala evening
- On-board activities,
- All port fees
When
Depart on MS Mistral on 16 November, 2026, or on MS Rhone Princess on 20 November, 2026.
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Itinerary
- Day 1... be welcomed aboard the ship and enjoy a cocktail with the crew. Spend the night on board.
- Day 2... join a morning lecture on Provence's gastronomy and traditions, then take part in an aperitif tasting. Arrive in Avignon and enjoy free time. Re-join the ship for dinner as the ship cruises to Arles. Enjoy an evening of music and dancing.
- Day 3... explore Arles, where Vincent Van Gogh painted some of his most famous artworks, including The Yellow House, Cafe Terrace at Night, and Starry Night Over the Rhone. Continue to Martigues***, nicknamed the Venice of Provence. Take part in a workshop on Provencal lavender as you cruise. Enjoy free time in Martigues, then sail back towards Arles.
- Day 4... cruise to Viviers from Arles after a morning at leisure. Learn how to prepare tapenade and anchoïade during a culinary workshop. Pass Tarascon, famous for its castle, as well as Avignon and several locks. This evening, take part in a traditional bal musette party, with accordion music and dancing.
- Day 5... sail past Montélimar, known for its world-famous nougat—you'll sample some onboard during the journey. Arrive in Tain l'Hermitage, from which you can take an optional excursion to the Château de Simiane (supplements apply). Celebrate with an evening gala dinner on board.
- Day 6... arrive back in Lyon and continue your journey home.
About the ships
MS Mistral and MS Rhone Princess are both small ships that carry fewer than 160 passengers. Each ship operates with 25 members of staff.
Each day, choose your evening meal at breakfast time so you can sample something new with every meal. Enjoy unhurried buffet breakfasts and à la carte lunches. The wine list is tailored to the itinerary, so you can expect a selection of French wines.
Order drinks in the lounge bar, sip cocktails by the pool, and dine al fresco on the upper deck. Be entertained by live music, shows, quizzes, and games every evening, or join live screenings of films and documentaries in the lounge.
Every cabin across both ships has a large window offering panoramic views, plus ample storage space and an en suite bathroom.
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