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THIS Is What a 7-Day Luxury Rhône River Cruise Really Looks Like (FULL EXPERIENCE)

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👁️ 40K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 2:05:53

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a seven day luxury river cruise aboard the Riverside Rell along the Rhone River in France. The experience begins in Lyon, where the creator highlights the intimate nature of small ship cruising compared to ocean liners, noting the seamless boarding process and high level of service. The journey includes various port stops such as Vienne, Tain l'Hermitage, Arles, and Avignon. Throughout the trip, the creator explores historical sites including Roman amphitheaters, medieval castles, and ancient cathedrals. A significant portion of the itinerary is dedicated to regional gastronomy, featuring multiple wine tastings in vineyards and visits to local bakeries to sample authentic French pastries. The creator also participates in nature excursions, such as hiking through the Gorges d'Ardeche. The video concludes with a final signature dining event at a winery and reflections on the port intensive nature of river cruising, which allows for visiting multiple cities in a single day.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Viking Cruise Lines
No strong opinion
All-time creator consensus for Viking Cruise Lines
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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🍸 Best for Adults OnlyOther · Fall · 7 nightsFrom LeyonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This is my first time on Riverside and I am very excited cuz this is a beautiful ship.

I love river cruising. This is my third river cruise. If I had to choose between ocean cruising and river cruising, it would be river cruising every single time.

This is hands down my favorite excursion that we've done so far on this cruise.

This has been such an incredible trip.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring European adapters for your electronics.
Do a wine tasting even if you're not a big wine drinker; it's informative.
Dress appropriately for hiking and variable weather.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Mobility issues on hikesThe hike is mostly flat and people with mobility issues can do it; it's fine.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is life like on a luxury river cruise?
QWhat are the stops along the Rhône River?
QWhat are the onboard food, cabins, and amenities like?
QIs a luxury river cruise worth it?

Topics Covered

Cabin Interior4½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconDining Buffet4 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Lyon3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Lyon Walking Tour
Tournon4 Happy Bacon
Top:
Vienne4 Happy Bacon
Top: Vienne Walking Tour
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