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Viking Lyon & Provence River Cruise Review 2026

Imagine Going There Travel - Videos
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👁️ 9K views📅 10 months ago⏱️ 50:22
What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Other · Summer · 8 nightsFrom LyonVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I've actually done this one twice and I have enjoyed both times that I've been able to do it

This is a great trip if you are seasoned cruisers, if you have uh if you love food and wine

She still says this one was her favorite

I am sold myself

Creator's Tips & Advice

Extend your stay in Paris to see more of the city
Book the Carrières de Lumières optional excursion in Arles
Travel while you are mobile and active
Try the local bakeries and pastries

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Pace of the itinerary is too slowThis is a slower paced trip compared to other Viking itineraries, ideal for relaxing and enjoying scenery
Not enough castles and cathedralsThe Rhône River has different scenery than the Rhine or Danube, focusing on Roman history and French countryside

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the pace of the Lyon and Provence itinerary?
QWhat are the highlights of the Rhône River cruise?
QIs this itinerary suitable for first-time cruisers?
QWhat is the difference between stateroom categories?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconExcursions4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconKids Family4 Happy BaconBooking Process4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Arles4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Carrières de Lumières (quarry light show)
Avignon4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Pope's Palace tour
Lyon4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Walking tour with murals
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YouTube Video Description

Join Master Cruise Expert Carol Shaddix of Imagine Going There Travel and learn the day-by-day ports of call along the scenic Rhône River through the beautiful French countryside. Discover Roman Provence at Les Arènes d’Arles and the Pont du Gard. Explore the world’s largest Gothic palace at Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes. This 8-day journey is enhanced with extra shipboard credits and a expert support team to help you enjoy every aspect of this amazing itinerary. Book your complimentary cruise consultation today: https://calendly.com/carol-imaginegoingthere/team?month=2024-11https://calendly.com/carol-imaginegoingthere/team?month=2024-11 770-421-9627 Carol@ImagineGoingThere.com www.ImagineGoingThere.com