Sailing the Rhône Through France’s Wine Country | World’s Greatest Cruises with Lynn Elmhirst
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Cruising may be the most authentic way to travel. Not to mention its spectacular scenery, fascinating ships, maritime traditions, and local people and cultures.
The slow boat allows you to really taste and sample some of these very unique and charming places that are so different and so very French.
It's a route that takes us into the heart of three regions and the home to iconic French lifestyle delicacies, some of the greatest wines and wine stories in France.
You have the flexibility of just walking off the ship and being in the center of towns.
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The Rhône River has been France’s original highway for more than 2,000 years. In this episode of World’s Greatest Cruises, Lynn Elmhirst sails through the south of France aboard Emerald Cruises, tracing a route shaped by Roman legions, medieval cities, and some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. From Lyon’s silk heritage and hidden traboules to Burgundy’s legendary vineyards, from Avignon’s papal palace to Arles’ still‑standing Roman arena, this river cruise connects history, cuisine, and culture in a way only the river can. Along the way, we hike ancient vineyard slopes, cycle through riverside villages, taste Syrah at its source, explore the famed Hospices de Beaune, and experience Provençal cuisine prepared by a local chef on board. This is the south of France as it was meant to be experienced — slowly, intimately, and from the river. Chapters: 0:52 Emerald Liberté – French-Inspired River Ship 4:22 Exploring Lyon – Roman Ruins & Hidden Traboules 8:02 Burgundy Wine Region & Hospices de Beaune 12:02 Life Onboard – Suites, Pool & Ship Design 13:50 Hermitage Vineyards Hike & Rhône Valley Wines 15:06 Northern Rhône Wine Tasting – Syrah & Viognier 17:59 French Cheese & Wine Pairing Experience 18:46 E‑Biking Through a Medieval Riverside Village 20:05 Avignon & A Provençal Chef’s Dinner Onboard 22:15 Arles Roman Arena & 2,000 Years of History 24:15 Farewell in Provence – Culture, Wine & Tradition 🎧 Watch more episodes from the World’s Greatest Cruises Season 2 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5Amuq2xLIPVsvlkvXaLplNOPY52AfMkU Thanks for watching! About World's Greatest Cruises World’s Greatest Cruises explores the wonder of discovering the world by water. More than any other way to travel, cruising is as much about the journey as the destination. The series reveals the ships, the people, the cultures, and the traditions that make travel by sea, river, and expedition voyage so compelling. About Lynn Elmhirst Lynn Elmhirst is an award‑winning travel journalist and television producer with a lifelong passion for cruising. Drawn to the authenticity of arriving by water and the rich maritime traditions of life at sea, Lynn shares the stories behind the ships and the destinations. Through behind‑the‑scenes access, cultural encounters, and expert insight, she brings viewers closer to the magic of exploring the world by water. 🛳️ Subscribe to the World’s Greatest Cruises and continue the journey through extraordinary destinations, rich cultures, and life-changing cruise experiences. World’s Greatest Cruises Resources Website: https://www.worldsgreatestcruises.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldsGreatestCruises https://www.facebook.com/lynn.elmhirst/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldsgreatestcruises/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worlds-greatest-cruises https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-elmhirst-8738272/ #rhone #rivercruise #southoffrance #cruisetravel