French Fête in Saone and Rhône: From Lyon to Avignon Cruise on Riverside Ravel from Lyon (France)

Lyon (France)

The third largest city in France, Lyon is the capital of the Rhone-Alpes region. Along with its vibrant culture the city has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lyon is known for its historical and architectural landmarks such as The Roman ruins by the Fourviere Basilica, the Ancient Theatre of Fourvicre, the Odeon of Lyon alongside the Gallo-Roman Museum and the Amphitheatre of the Three Gaul to name just a few while it is also heralded as the French capital of gastronomy.

Chalon sur Saone

Chalon sur Saone is a cultural city related to the history of art and has famous museums such as Denon and Niepce, Arts of Space, National Conservatory of Music and Dance and the Parc des Expositions. A common cultural activity is the "Chalon dans la rue", where the artists meet anually to show their creativity and talent to the public.

Macon, France

Standing on the banks of the Saone river, Macon is a small city in the south of Burgundy, France. This small picturesque city offers vistitors a variety of cultural and historical attractions to enjoy such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Lamartine Museum and the churches of Saint Clement and Saint Pierre while The commercial center of Macon is teaming with shops, restaurants and cafes.

Vienne (Francia)

Viviers, France

City of France, found by two rivers, the Rhone and it's canal. Surprising it's cathedral, the smallest in France, located between the river and the mountain. Some important monuments to visit are: the Cathedral of Saint-Vincent, Old Town, 16th - 18th century buildings, and the Town Hall.

Tarascon (Francia)

Arles (France)

Arles is a city and commune in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, in the former province of Provence. The city has a long history and was of considerable importance in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there.

Arles (France)

Arles is a city and commune in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, in the former province of Provence. The city has a long history and was of considerable importance in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there.

Avignon (France)

Avignon is today a small provincial city on the banks of the Rhône. A city subdued by walls that concentrate and guard it. For its buildings and its monumental wealth, as well as for the importance of its Performing Arts Festival, Avignon is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Avignon (France)

Avignon is today a small provincial city on the banks of the Rhône. A city subdued by walls that concentrate and guard it. For its buildings and its monumental wealth, as well as for the importance of its Performing Arts Festival, Avignon is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.