Viva Colours of the Provence
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Rhône River, unveiling the hidden gems of southern France. Your adventure begins in Lyon, the elegant capital of gastronomy, where charming bistros, world-famous cuisine, and a vibrant cultural scene await. Wander through the historic old town, marvel at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and experience a unique blend of tradition and modernity.
What’s Included:
- Booking advice from your Travel Escapes travel advisor
- Return flights from Dublin with 20kg check-in bag per person
- All Airport taxes, charges, and transfers
- 7 nights onboard the 5* Viva Voyage based on two sharing
- Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served at the table) and snacks with free choice of table and flexible meal times.
- Complimentary drinks All day high quality hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages and a selection of alcoholic beverages
- High Tea: once per trip a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. A variety of teas are offered to match
- Daily freshly stocked minibar and reusable water bottle in the cabin
- A welcome champagne
- Selected beauty products from RITUALS in cabin
- Complimentary onboard WIFI
- Gratuities
VIVA VOYAGE
The VIVA VOYAGE with its 76 cabins invites 152 guests to enjoy and relax. The cabins on the Diamond and Ruby Decks all have French balconies and invite you to enjoy the passing scenery from your bed. On the Diamond Deck there are mostly twin cabins, which are 15 m² in size and four 19 m² Junior Suites. Most of the Ruby Deck also has 15 m² large twin cabins and two additional 19 m² large Junior Suites. The Emerald Deck has 15 m² large twin cabins and a 19 m² large Junior Suite, all of which have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat-screen TV, included mini-bar, beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower/shower tray and WC. An elevator connects the lobby with the restaurant, the Ruby Deck and the Diamond Deck. There are 6 steps down to the Emerald Deck.
Holiday Highlights
Viva Voyage
The VIVA VOYAGE with its 76 cabins invites 152 guests to enjoy and relax. The cabins on the Diamond and Ruby Decks all have French balconies and invite you to enjoy the passing scenery from your bed. On the Diamond Deck there are mostly twin cabins, which are 15 m² in size and four 19 m² Junior Suites. Most of the Ruby Deck also has 15 m² large twin cabins and two additional 19 m² large Junior Suites. The Emerald Deck has 15 m² large twin cabins and a 19 m² large Junior Suite, all of which have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat-screen TV, included mini-bar, beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower/shower tray and WC. An elevator connects the lobby with the restaurant, the Ruby Deck and the Diamond Deck. There are 6 steps down to the Emerald Deck.
You can find more info about the Viva Voyage, including Deck Plans, on our Ship Information page.
Highlights of the VIVA Voyage
- Cozy lounge
- Main restaurant “RIVERSIDE” with flexible dining hours and free seating
- French bistro “VINO VINO” on the Diamond Deck
- Pool and putting green on the sun deck
- Free rental bicycles
- Elevator between restaurant, Ruby and Diamond deck (12 steps to sun deck, 6 steps to Emerald deck)
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Booking Remarks
Optional insurance (conditions apply)A non-refundable, non-transferable booking deposit of 15% is required. Full payment if departure within 16 weeks.
Single supplement applies
Holidays & offers are subject to availability at the time of booking
These prices are guidelines only and are subject to change and availability. Pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.
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Itinerary
Lyon, France
On arrival you will be transferred to your ship for boarding.
Lyon, France
To this day, Lyon, the second largest city in France, has been overshadowed by the French capital Paris in terms of tourism. However, this is completely unjustified. If you travel to Lyon in France, you will experience a wonderful mix of a historic old town, excellent cuisine, numerous festivals and picturesque surroundings. Strolling through the alleyways of Lyon’s old town is a real pleasure. There is something new to discover around every corner in the medieval and Renaissance-style alleyways and streets. A special feature of Lyon are the so-called “traboules” – passageways and staircases that allow you to pass through buildings and courtyards from one street to another, and due to its extensive historical buildings, large parts of Lyon are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Viviers, France
Looking like a sleeping beauty, Viviers sits on the right bank of the Rhône-bank. The historic town center is preserved and forms a fabulous backdrop for a trip to times long past. Through winding alleys leads a walk from the subtown, where merchants and craftsmen lived in the Middle Ages, in The Upper Town, the former refuge of the well-heeled and spiritual. Here, the richly decorated facade of the Maison des Chevaliers always discover new detailscovers. From the smallest cathedral in France, the Cathédrale Saint-Vincent, it is not far to the Belvédère de Châteauvieux. The trip is rewarded with a fantastic view over the tiled roofs of the city and the Rhône Valley.
Arles, France
Roman relics, medieval evidence and romaniche architecture: Arles invites you to travel through the eras and stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the threshold to eternity. At the gates of the “little Rome” makes itself tothat the natural landscape Camargue with pink flamingos, white wild horses and wide sand dunes wide. Already van Gogh let himself be inspired by the color play of Provence and be seduced by the southern flair of the city. Art lovers can follow the traces of the master thanks to marked routes and stop at the famous “night café” at Place du Forum. Today the former seat of government of Emperor Barbarossa a place full of possibilities, where monumental buildings with motheir museums are in harmony.
Port St. Louis, France
Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, commonly known as Port-Saint-Louis or Port of Saint Louis is a port and commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France. The town serves as a second backup port for the Fos port section of the port of Marseille Fos, major port in France.
Avignon, France
Who doesn’t know the French folk song “Sur le Pontd’Avignon”, which has made the city on the left bank of the Rhône world-famous? However, Avignon gained its true significance in the 14th century when the Pope sought exile there due to warlike unrest. True to the motto “Where the Pope is, there is Rome”, a glorious period of prosperity began, accompanied by the construction of Gothic monasteries and churches. With its jagged parapets and enormous towers, the monumental papal palace resembles a fortress and serves as a unique backdrop for an annual theater festival. However, the picturesque lavender landscape of Provence attracts not only art lovers, but also gourmets.
Tournon, France
Tournon is a French commune in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region with about 10,000 inhabitants. The Rhône River is one of the longest rivers in the country, flowing through the town. Vernon Castle is partially listed and offers a museum. It was in the castle that François de France, heir to the French throne, died in the 16th century. Traces of the nobility can still be discovered in the old town, which invites visitors to stroll around. The Jardin d’Eden lives up to its name.
Lyon, France
Disembark this morning and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.