Sensations of Lyon & Provence River Cruise

May 21, 2026 - June 04, 2026

Package Includes:

• Roundtrip Air from Orlando
• One-night hotel stay in Lyon, France
• Seven-night cruise through southern France aboard the Emerald Liberte
• Three-night hotel stay in Nice, France
• 24 Meals: 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided 
• Touring in Monaco and Monte Carlo
• First-class service by an English-speaking crew
• Shore excursions with English-speaking local guides
• Personal listening device for onboard excursions
• All meals included onboard with a variety of international cuisine
• Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft drinks accompany onboard lunches and dinners
• Onboard Activity Manager will support all excursions and host daily onboard wellness activities, games, classes and evening entertainment
• Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
• All gratuities included
• Complimentary WiFi onboard
• Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashore

Agenda:

DAY 1 Depart the USA: Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Lyon, France.
DAY 2 Lyon:  One-night hotel stay 

DAY 3 Lyon, France: Welcome to Lyon, on the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. On arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by a member of our friendly greetings team and transferred to the contemporary surrounds of your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship.

DAY 4 Chalon-sur-Saône – Beaune: Chalon-sur-Saône is known for its art and history. Today, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the area’s architectural heritage and peaceful surrounds as you travel to the quaint village of Beaune and visit the Hospices de Beaune. Originally a hospital for the poor, the Hospices de Beaune is now home to one of Burgundy’s most popular wine auctions.

DAY 5 Lyon: France’s third-largest city, Lyon is a former Roman capital, steeped in history and considered to be the gastronomic heartbeat of the country. Home to traditional Lyonnaise cuisine, you’ll enjoy an array of exemplary culinary delights. 

DAY 6 Tournon: The picturesque village of Tournon borders the gently meandering Rhône, dominated by a 16th century castle that overlooks the village and a number of iconic landmarks, including a set of ancient watchtowers.

DAY 7 Viviers: Arrive in Viviers, a town with much Middle Age flair and home to one of France’s oldest cathedrals. 

DAY 8 Avignon: Avignon has a rich history, from Celtic beginnings to being the residence of seven successive Popes between 1309 and 1377. The city also played a major part central to the French Revolution. 

DAY 9 Arles: The past is yours to uncover in Arles, a once-important Phoenician trading port that was captured by the Romans, who peppered the city with iconic monuments.

DAY 10 Arles – Nice: After breakfast, it’s time to disembark the ship for your transfer to Nice, where you will be taken to your centrally located hotel. Included is a three-night stay in the sun-kissed capital of the Côte d’Azur. 

DAY 11 Nice: Today, the stunning seaside surrounds of the French Riviera are yours to explore with your local guide, before spending the afternoon exploring at leisure. You will be taken to Monte Carlo for an insightful tour. 

DAY 12 Nice: Nice has long held a reputation for its glamour, where sun-kissed beaches and lavish surrounds create a unique atmosphere that is unlike any other. 

DAY 13 Nice / USA: After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and prepare to be transferred to the airport for your onward or homebound flight, taking memories of Roman amphitheaters and the lush surrounds of the French Riviera with you.

All itineraries are subject to change based on local conditions and water levels.

Per person for Deluxe Stateroom (WITH airfare): 

Category E  Emerald Stateroom (Riviera Deck front)         $6,349 based on double occupancy. (Note 1) Single Supplement ADD +$4,765

Category D Emerald Stateroom (Riviera Deck middle)       $6,595 based on double occupancy. (Note 1) Single Supplement ADD +$4,949

Category C Panorama Balcony Suite (Vista Deck front)     $7,135 based on double occupancy. (Note 1) Single Supplement ADD +$5,355

Category B Panorama Balcony Suite (Vista Deck front)     $7,499 based on double occupancy. (Note 1) Single Supplement ADD +$5,625

Category A Panorama Balcony Suite (Horizon Deck middle/back) $7,559 based on double occupancy. (Note 1) Single Supplement ADD +$5,669

Category S Grand Balcony Suite (Horizon Deck front) $9,005 based on double occupancy.

Single Supplement - not available 

The availability of any cabin category is not guaranteed until the cabin is reserved due to the limited number of cabins on the ship per category. 

Emerald Staterooms are 170 Sq. Ft. on the lower deck with a stationary window

Panorama Suites are 170 Sq. Ft. on decks 2 & 3 with french balcony wall-to-wall windows.

Grand Balcony Suites are 207 Sq. Ft on deck 2

The ship details can be viewed here:  https://www.mayflowercruisesandtours.com/cruise/sensations-of-lyon-and-provence-river-cruise/

Note 1:  Group air will not be assigned until approximately 04/01/2026.  

The MS Emerald Liberté has a capacity of 136 passengers and the minimum number of travelers for this trip is 12.  Cabins cannot be assigned until I have received your deposit.  Cabins will be assigned on a first come first serve basis which means the sooner you have a cabin assigned the better the location can be.  With the size of the ship do not wait until the last minute to try to get on the trip, the ship may be full!

WHEN A CABIN IS ASSIGNED THERE IS A NON-REFUNDABLE FEE OF $400 PER PERSON IF IT IS CANCELLED.  

SCSTC Detailed Trip Cancellation Policy

Trip Cancellation Insurance is recommended.  Cancellations must be in writing.

You may purchase Trip Insurance through Mayflower at additional cost of $569 BUT must be purchased with your initial deposit of $500

Please complete a SCSTC Trip Application to secure your spot on this trip.  Our trips have been selling out quickly, so we recommend you send in your application and initial trip deposit soon.  No space will be held without a deposit and a trip application. 

Please provide a copy of your passport photo page with completed trip application

Make all **checks payable to:  Space Coast Ski & Travel Club

Send Payments To:    

Space Coast Ski & Travel Club
P.O. BOX  372633
Satellite Beach, FL  32937

Other trip requirements:

• Each traveler will be required to have a valid passport that expires 6 months or more from the date of this trip (cannot expire earlier than December 5, 2026)

Trip Leader:  Pam Kaercher

plk916@gmail.com

* Cancellation Policy