Lyon, Provence & the Rhineland - 2024 Itinerary - Avignon to Amsterdam

Vineyards, Gastronomy and Culture

Journey along the Rhône and the Rhine, through landscapes shaped by centuries of history, viticulture and art. Taste complex red wines and crisp whites grown on terraced vineyards rooted in the Roman Empire. Explore Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes and Cologne’s majestic cathedral, both UNESCO sites. Savor Lyon’s rich culinary traditions and the Rhineland’s hearty flavors and admire the landscapes that inspired van Gogh in the Netherlands and Provence.

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Avignon, France	Stroll the medieval city; see the Place de l’Horloge, Pont d’Avignon and Palace of the Popes.
2	Arles, France	Admire this cultural center’s diverse architecture, Roman ruins and Romanesque monuments.
3	Avignon, France	Enjoy a taste of Provence as you sample local wines and indulge in French delicacies.
4	Viviers, France	Explore this charming riverside village’s peaceful ambience amid its scenic mountain setting.
5	Tournon, France	Ride on a nostalgic railway, the Train de l’Ardèche, to take in the verdant Doux Valley.
6	Lyon, France	Walk through town; see the Basilica of Notre Dame and the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral.
7	Lyon, France	Explore the medieval province of Beaujolais, dotted with vineyards and small villages.
8	Burgundy, France	Explore Burgundy’s viticultural traditions and sample a taste of the region’s famous wines.
9	Breisach, Germany	Explore Germany’s fabled Black Forest region and admire verdant hills amid stunning scenery.
10	Strasbourg, France	Encounter this multicultural city and its famed Strasbourg Cathedral; sample Alsatian food.
11	Speyer, Germany	Discover quaint Speyer and visit its historic Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
12	Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine	Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock.
13	Cologne, Germany	Stroll through Cologne’s Old Town and see the city’s famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
14	Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede	Admire the scenery and sail along the network of Holland’s canals and waterways.
15	Amsterdam, The Netherlands	Take a journey along Amsterdam’s network of canals or browse one of the city’s museums.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

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Vineyards, Gastronomy and Culture

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