European River Cruises 2022-23

Europe 12 For further details or to book call 0800 954 0912 or visit mercuryholidays.co.uk Day 1: UK to Lyon D Depart the UK on your flight. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your ship. Later, enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. Day 2: Lyon to Macon B/L/D Today’s tour begins at the 12th century Fourvière Basilica, which shapes the cityscape with its towering presence. Continue on to Lyon’s Old town and discover its unique “traboules”, a network of hidden passageways weaving through the city. Return to your ship and cruise to Macon. Day 3: Macon to Vienne B/L/D After breakfast, travel by coach to the grand Cluny Abbey. In the afternoon, sail down the Rhone towards Vienne, taking in the rolling scenery before an evening of entertainment and dinner on board. Day 4: Vienne to Arles B/L/D Enjoy a walking tour of Vienne and discover why the city is renowned for its art, history and culture. Founded over 2,000 years ago, Vienne boasts outstanding examples of Roman architecture. Your tour begins at the Antique Theatre. Continue into the heart of Vienne and visit the exceptionally preserved Temple of Augustus. Complete your tour at the Cathedral of St Maurice before returning to your boat for the journey to Arles. Day 5: Arles B/L/D Following breakfast, journey to the unique natural region of the Carmargue. Enjoy a guided tour past rivers, marshes, and lagoons as you look out for the flamingos, black bulls and the indigenous Camargue horses which inhabit this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Later, visit a manade (bull breeding farm) to learn about how a manadier works with the animals. End your day with a cocktail on the farm patio. Day 6: Arles to Viviers B/L/D Depart for Viviers in the morning, stopping at Avignon. Wander past the Diocesan Church towards the beating heart of Avignon, Place del’Horloge. Continue on to the town square at Place du Palace and the Notre Dame des Doms Cathedral before ending your tour at the UNESCO-listed Pope’s Palace. Return to your boat and cruise through the afternoon to Viviers. Day 7: Viviers to Lyon B/L/D After a morning of cruising, arrive at Tournon, situated in the heart of the Rhone Valley. Proceed on foot towards the Chateau Museum. Browse through its historic artefacts then walk through the characterful streets and alleys of Tournon’s historic centre. To finish the day, sample a selection of regional food products and wines before returning to your ship for tonight’s farewell gala dinner. Day 8: Lyon to the UK B After breakfast, disembark and transfer for your return flight, or continue on to your extension. Cruise highlights ✔ Embark on a city tour of Lyon, visiting the 12th century Fourvière Basilica ✔ Discover the exceptional sights of Vienne on a walking tour ✔ Enjoy a visit to a manade (bull breeding farm) in Arles ✔ Cruise along the charming Rhone and Saône Rivers Departures & from prices 5 H Main Deck Upper Deck 19 Apr 23 £1,699 £1,849 12 May 23 £1,999 £2,149 12 Jun 23 £2,099 £2,249 19 Jul 23 £1,899 £2,049 23 Aug 23 £1,799 £1,949 22 Sep 23 £2,049 £2,199 11 Oct 23 £2,049 £2,199 2024 RIVER CRUISES AT 2023 PRICES • Prices based on flights from London Heathrow with British Airways • Single supplements start from just £649 Ship information 5 H MS Camargue - Located across the Upper and Main Decks, all 54 cabins are outside-facing. On-board amenities include a lounge, bar, dining room and large sun deck. or 4 H MS Rhone Princess - Cruising along the Rhone since 2001, this grand 3-deck ship boast 69 cabins, a lounge-bar with a dance floor, restaurant and large sun deck. NEW Lyon, Provence and the Camargue Take in France’s rural delights, centuries-old monuments and rugged scenery as you cruise along the Rhone and Saône Rivers, journeying from Lyon to Provence. Explore Roman ruins, the wild plains of the Camargue and the winding hidden passageways of Lyon on this captivating eight-day voyage. < < Macon Arles Vienne Viviers Lyon Air Boat Lyon Extend your cruise Lyon city stay, 2 nights, B&B from £329 Camargue horses