English (US) Deutsch English (UK) Español Français Italiano
Filovent yacht charter agency
  Add to my shortlist
boat
icon-plane
Back

Exclusive 6-day cruise through the wonders of France on the Rhône River

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits?

A unique vacation
Who is the Cabin cruise for?
see+
Main characteristics
Type of boat: river boat
Number of cabins: 54
Maximum capacity: 105 travelers
Crew members: 25

Cabs

Double Cabin - Cat A - Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with high windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with French balconies and sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Category B - Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with high windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
Double Cabin - Cat B - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with French balconies and sliding windows. Cabins with "intermediate" location.
see more cabins
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Lyon
Boarding at 4pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Dinner followed by a lively... see+ evening. Night sailing to Avignon. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Lyon Avignon Arles
Morning cruise on the Rhône. Lecture on the side of the boat. Optional excursions: - Authentic:... see+ guided tour of Avignon and the City of the Popes. The city has preserved an exceptional heritage from its illustrious past as the capital of Christianity. From the Palais des Papes to the Saint-Bénézet deck and the ramparts, the papal city proudly displays its attractions at the gateway to Provence. The Palais des Papes, an imposing fortress and sumptuous palace, is a symbol of the power of Christianity in the Middle Ages. It was home to seven popes in the 14th century. As you visit the rooms of the largest Gothic palace in the world, the tour will retrace the lives of the popes and their political and religious power. You can admire the grand state rooms, chapels, and private apartments of the popes.
- Experience: walking tour of the Pont du Gard and visit to the museum. This prodigious three-level Roman aqueduct, the highest in the world, a true technical feat and architectural masterpiece, is the most visited ancient monument in France. A few meters from the Pont du Gard, in a vast multimedia space, the museum immerses visitors in the fascinating world of Roman antiquity.
Return to the side of the boat for dinner and continue sailing to Arles, which you will reach in the evening. After dinner, optional authentic excursion/experience: guided tour of Arles, a cultural hotspot enriched by the remains of the Roman Empire. Arles is home to a thousand wonders and has many monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A Roman city, the city of Van Gogh, and the capital of the Camargue, Arles is authentic and welcoming, successfully combining tradition and modernity, culture and nature, art de vivre, and a sense of celebration. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Avignon and the City of the Popes, Walking tour of the Pont du Gard and visit to the museum, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Arles Port-Saint-Louis Martigues Arles
The Camargue, cradle of Provençal culture and traditions, is a splendid, authentic region that... see+ harmoniously combines biological wealth, diversity of flora and fauna and splendid landscapes. Whether by the sea or in a typical village, every step is an adventure in this "land at the end of the world", where nature reigns supreme.
Optional morning excursions:
- Authentic: discover the Camargue. Visit a manade and see how the gardians, horse-riding herdsmen responsible for watching over and leading the herds, work on horseback. Based on medieval traditions, the gardian profession has been perpetuated to this day.
- Experience the Camargue by 4x4. Another way to be at the heart of nature. Let yourself be guided through this wild land, a unique adventure that awakens all the senses.
Afternoon sailing to Martigues.
Free time in Martigues. This typically Mediterranean town has inspired the greatest artists. Along its canals, quays and bridges, visitors can discover the charm and rich cultural heritage of this "Venice of Provence", where art and history coexist.
In the evening, sail to Arles. 
Optional services: Discover the Camargue by 4x4, The Camargue and a visit to a manade, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Arles Les Baux-de-Provence Arles Viviers
Morning optional excursions: authentic/experiential: discover Les Baux de Provence and the spirit... see+ of a village of incomparable charm, prized by artists. Nestled on a rocky outcrop, its splendid scenery invites you to enjoy an enchanted, timeless interlude.
Return on board and cruise to Viviers.
Afternoon cruise through the landscapes of the Provencal Rhône, passing Tarascon, whose castle overlooks the river, Avignon, a few lock crossings including Bollène, before arriving in Viviers at night. 
Optional services: Discovering Les Baux de Provence, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Viviers Tain-l'Hermitage
Morning sailing. We'll sail past Montélimar, famous for its world-famous nougats, and on to... see+ Rochemaure, where you'll catch a glimpse of an ancient volcano rising to over 500m in the Massif Central. This is the eastern edge of the Coiron basalt plateau.
In the afternoon, optional authentic excursion/experience: the Vercors and Clairette de Die tasting. From the wild high plateaus to the gentle green valleys, the Vercors massif is alive with the rhythm of a rich and contrasting nature. The Parc Naturel Régional is an exceptional space for discovery and adventure, between mountains and wonders, paths and torrents, cliffs and rocks. The Vercors was a hotbed of the French Resistance and has a strong historical symbolism. At the foot of the massif, the pretty commune of Die is famous for its "Clairette", a delicious sparkling white wine with fruity aromas.
Gala evening and cruise to Lyon. 
Optional services: Visit Vercors and taste Clairette de Die, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Viviers Lyon
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Mineral water available
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Routing
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Further information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
The guides speak French and English
Languages spoken on board: French
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Guided tour of Avignon and the City of the Popes
Meet your guides at the boat for a departure by foot to the centerof Avignon. With the Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness to its past as the capital of Christianity in the Middle Ages, the city offers a magnificent collection of... see+ monuments. In the passageway of the oratory, admire (from the outside) the chapel, a listed historical monument where many events take place during the famous Avignon Festival. Continue along Rue St Agricol. You will also see the diocesan church, the oldest in the city. Stop at Place de l'Horloge. Place de l'Horloge has always been the heart of Avignon. The space where the Roman forum once stood is now occupied by café terraces and restaurants set up in the shade of large plane trees. Opposite are the facades ofthe Town Hall and the theater built in the 19th century. Continue on to Place du Palais. This square is a vast esplanade measuring 240 meters by 48 meters. It is dominated on the east side by the imposing walls of the Palais des Papes, facing the Baroque sculptures of the Hôtel des Monnaies. A large golden virgin sits enthroned, as if watching over the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Doms, while at the end of the perspective, the Petit Palais displays its elegant Renaissance-style crenellated facade. Finally, visit the Palais des Papes, the most important monument of Avignon's heritage. It consists of two parts: the old palace built by Benedict XII (Pope from 1334 to 1342), and the new palace built by his successor Clement VI "the Magnificent" (Pope from 1342 to 1352), whose façade and Porte des Champeaux overlook the Place du Palais des Papes. The tour allows you to discover: the large ceremonial halls that hosted ceremonies and feasts, the chapels with painted decorations, the Pope's private apartments, and the terraces offering a wonderful panorama of the city of Avignon and the Rhône River. Return to the ship by foot. NOTES Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Photography is not permitted inside the Palais des Papes. There are approximately 500 steps to climb in the Palais des Papes. Bags must be left in the cloakroom. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $41 / pers.
Walking tour of the Pont du Gard and visit to the museum
Depart by coach for the Pont du Gard, beautifully integrated into a natural site that has retained its wild charm. The Pont du Gard fascinates every visitor with its elegance and majesty. Two millennia after its construction, this ancient building is still a... see+ true masterpiece, both for its technical prowess and its simple beauty. Set off to explore the aqueduct trail: a 3.5 km walk around the site, along the route of the aqueduct, with views from numerous lookout points. At the end of the walk, visit the museum, then return on the side of the boat. NOTES WEAR SUITABLE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $134 / pers.
Guided tour of Arles
Depart on foot for a guided tourof Arles. With two thousand years of history, Arles has preserved an exceptional architectural heritage that makes it a veritable open-air museum. This major tourist and cultural destination welcomes you with open arms. During... see+ this guided tour, you will seethe Roman Amphitheater (the Arena), the Ancient Theater, and Place St. Trophime with its cloister and church, which are part of the Way of Arles, one of the three routes leading to Santiago de Compostela. We will continue our tour with the Forum square and finally, the Roman Baths of Constantine. Free time. Return to the boat by foot. NOTES Please wear comfortable walking shoes. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $27 / pers.
Discover the Camargue by 4x4
Far from the tourist trails, discover Petite and Grande Camargue in a 4x4 accompanied by a local guide who will share their passion for this legendary land with you. You will cross the Camargue Regional Nature Park and discover ponds, marshes, wading birds,... see+ flamingos, egrets, herons... A different way to experience the heart of nature. NOTES WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $125 / pers.
The Camargue and a visit to a manade
Guided panoramic tour of the Camargue. Admire the rivers, marshes, and ponds of this landscape, the pink flamingos, bulls, and famous Camargue horses, as well as the numerous salt pans and rice fields, whose production is known to all. You will visit a ranch... see+ and discover the life of the ranch hands. Then you will watch a demonstration of working with horses in the heart of a bull ranch. This tour is followed by a welcome drink in the patio. Return to the coach to rejoin the boat.NOTESPlease wear good walking shoes.The order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only. 
Not included $91 / pers.
Discovering Les Baux de Provence
Meet your guide and set off to visit Les Baux de Provence, one of the most beautiful villages in France. It is located in the heart of the Alpilles on a rocky plateau. The village overlooks exceptional landscapes of Arles, the Camargue, and the Alpilles,... see+ offering breathtaking panoramic views. This immense and superb stone fortress is undoubtedly one of Provence's must-see attractions. Tourism began to develop after the Second World War with the arrival of Raymond Thuillier, who contributed to the international renown of Les Baux by opening the famous "Oustau de Baumanière," a grand gourmet restaurant frequented by celebrities and important political figures of the time. In 1966, André Malraux issued a decree placing the entire commune under the protection of the Ministry of Culture and the Environment. A period of rebirth and rehabilitation began for the small town, which had been forgotten since the revolution and which, in 1998, earned it a place among "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France" (The Most Beautiful Villages of France). Return to the side of the boat by coach. NOTES Wear good walking shoes: the streets of Les Baux de Provence are cobbled and steep. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $66 / pers.
Visit Vercors and taste Clairette de Die
Departure by coach from La Voulte to Die. A veritable natural limestone citadel, the Vercors Regional Nature Park covers 186,000 hectares between the Isère valley to the north and the Diois to the south. Water has carved deep gorges, majestic cirques,... see+ caves, and chasms into its cliffs, some of which are among the most famous in Europe. Wooded plateaus and valleys shaped by agriculture are home to remarkable flora and fauna. Stop at the Die Jaillance wine cellar. It's a love story between man and the vine. Wine tasting*. Continue by coach for a panoramic view at the Col de Rousset. It is located in the heart of the Vercors and rises to an altitude of over 1,400 meters. The viewpoint is at 1,245 meters and from this point of view, the landscape is exceptional: arid escarpments, a winding road below that accentuates the depth of the landscape. Continue to Vassieux-en-Vercors, La Chapelle-en-Vercors, and Pont-en-Royans. Discover the suspended houses of Pont-en-Royans. These houses, with their bold architecture, have a history as long as that of the hilltop village, which was built in the 15th century to promote the timber trade in the region. Pass through Romans-sur-Isère, well known for its shoe industry, for a return trip by coach to Tain l'Hermitage, where the boat awaits us. NOTES During the coach tour, the roads are winding. Please be aware of motion sickness. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only. *Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, please drink responsibly.  
Not included $82 / pers.

Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

  • Filovent partner since 2023
  • Last booking with this partner in December 2025
  • 285 bookings with this partner

Log in to receive your personalized cruise

Invalid email
Forgotten your password? Invalid password, it must be at least 8 characters long. Invalid e-mail address or password We are experiencing a technical problem, please try again later